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Council Chamber,
4 ` Little Rock, Arkansas, /
January 21, 1957 - 8:00 /P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following
(Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed -
Zings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by the Rev. J. C. English.
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
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motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans. li
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,411, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
(LITTLE ROCK, REVISING FARE STRUCTURES FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time on December 17, 1956, placed on the calendar
pending an audit of the books of the Citizens Coach Company by a Certified Public
Accountant to be designated by the City and on January 7, 1957 was referred to the
Council as a Committee of the Whole for a meeting to be held on January 14, 1957.
Alderman Loy moved, seconded by Alderman Evans, that the ordinance be amended on second'
reading as follows: "The above fare to become effective on February 1, 1957 and will
be subject to review six months from that date to determine whether this fare structure
will be permanent, and if not changed after review, the above fare structure will be
iconsidered a permanent increase ", and also to provide an emergency clause, which motion
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was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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then read the second time as amended; and upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
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Alderman Evans, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being ten
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller
Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes -
none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,411 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none;
Absent - none.
Alderman Corley was excused.
There was then presented a petition from Irene Arnold for reclassification of
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property located at 2200 Arch Street, described as the Southwest corner of West 22nd
land Arch Street, being Lots 11, 12, Block 5, Wright's Addition to the City of Little
(Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "D" Apartment Dis-
trict property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Disapproves"; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said peti-
tion was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission, stating that the
labove described property had been incorporated in a proposal by them to rezone property
lgenerally described as the intersection of 22nd and Arch Streets and that after due
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study they recommended disapproval of the rezoning of this property at a meeting on
January 17, 1957• It was stated that notice had been published that public hearing
would be held at this time and place and notifying all interested persons to appear and
they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon
motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, the report of the Planning Com-
mission was adopted and said petition was denied.
There was then presented a petition from Alan G. Cazort and Thomas G. Johnston,
M.D.'s, for reclassification of property on the Southwest corner of 5th and Cedar
Streets, described as Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 2, Reyburn and Wright's Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "D"
Apartment District property, which petition carried the following report: "The City
Planning Commission Approves ", signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said
petition was a protest petition signed by a number of property owners in the area
objecting to the proposed rezoning of the above property. It was stated that notice
had been published that public hearing would be held at this time and place and advis-
ing all interested persons to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons
so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition was granted.
(See Ordinance No. 10,412).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,412, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS ONE (1), TWO (2), AND THREE (3), BLOCK TWO
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(2), REYBURN AND WRIGHT'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Paul H. Gibson for reclassification
of property on the Southwest corner of West 12th and High Streets, described as the
north half of Lot 11, all'of Lot 12, Block 2, Centennial Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercial Dis-
trict property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said peti-
tion was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that the above
described property was incorporated in a proposal by that body to rezone property gen-
erally described as the south side of 12th Street between High and Bishop Streets and
after due study recommended disapproval of the proposed rezoning at a meeting held on
January 17, 1957. It was stated that notice had been published that public hearing
would be held at this time and place and advising all interested persons to appear and
they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. There
being no protests presented at this time, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Winder, the report of the Planning Commission was rejected and said petition
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was granted. (See Ordinance No, 10,1}13).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,413, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS ONE (1), TWO (2), AND TWELVE (12)AND THE NORTH
ONE -HALF OF LOT ELEVEN (11), BLOCK TWO (2), CENTENNIAL ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine-in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 8;
Noes - Parris - total 1; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Claude G. Harrison for reclassifica-
tion of property at 2501, 2503, 2515, 2519, and 2423 Vance Street, described as Lots 1,
2, 3, and 4, of Block 40, and Lot 6 of Block 38, and that part of 25th Street, as
vacated, between Lot 1 of Block 40 and Lot 6 of Block 38, Bragg's Second Addition to
the City of Little Rock; situate at the Northeast corner of the intersection of Roose-
velt and Vance Streets, from the present "B" Residence and "F" Commercial District to
that of "I" Light Industrial District property, which petition carried the following
report: "The City Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman
Filed with said petition was a communication from the Planning Commission stating that
the above described property had been incorporated in a proposal by that body, to rezone
property generally described as property bounded by East Twenty- fourth, Vance, East
Twenty -fifth Streets and Horace Mann School property and after due study they recom-
mended approval of the proposed rezoning of the area at a meeting on January 17, 1957•
Also filed was a communication from Mr. Virgil Blossom, Superintendent of Schools,
stating that the Board of Education had no objections to the proposed rezoning of the
above described property adjacent to the Horace Mann High School in accordance with
plans and specifications filed with the Little Rock School District by petitioners. It
was stated that notice had been published that public hearing would be held at this tim
and place and advising all interested persons to appear and they would be heard. Where-
upon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconde
by Alderman Hood, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition
was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10, 414).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,414, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING THE WEST ONE -HALF (1/2) OF BLOCKS THIRTY -EIGHT (38)
AND FORTY (40) AND THE EAST ONE -HALF OF BLOCK FORTY -ONE (41), BRAGG'S SECOND ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the,second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented a petition from Charles W. Henson for reclassifica
of property at the Northwest corner of North Jackson and West Markham Streets, being
5000 -5002 West Markham Street, described as Lots 5 and 6, Block 8, Pfeifer Addition to
the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District property to
that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the following report:
"The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chair-
man. It was stated that notice had been published that public hearing would be held
at this time and place and advising all interested persons to appear and they would be
heard. Whereupon,'all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman
Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, said petition was re- referred to the Little Rock
Planning Commission.
There was then presented a petition from Dr. Paul L. Mahoney for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Northwest corner of West Markham and Pierce Streets, being 5800
West Markham Street, described as Lot 14, Block 2, Orlando Heights Subdivision to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "D"
Apartment District property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little
Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with
said petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that
the above described property was incorporated in a proposal by that body to rezone an
area generally described as the north side of Markham Street between Pierce and Hayes
Streets and after due study the Planning Commission recommended approval of the reclas-
sification of said property at a meeting on January 17, 1957• It was stated that notic
had been published that public hearing would be held at this time and place and advisin
all interested persons to appear to be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were
heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the report
of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance
No. 10,415).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,415, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS FOURTEEN (14) THROUGH TWENTY -THREE (23)
INCLUSIVE, BLOCK TWO (2), ORLANDO HEIGHTS SUBDIVISION IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
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There was then presented a petition from Mrs. T. M. Mallory for reclassifica-
tion of property at 1914 Scott Street, described as Lot 10 and the North 23 feet of
� Lot 9, Block 423, Duval's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the pres-
ent "C" Two - Family District to that of "D" Apartment District property, which petition
IIcarried' the following report: "The City Planning Commission Approves "; signed by
'James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been published that public
(hearing would be held at this time and place and advising all interested persons to
s so desiring were heard therein.
)appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all person g I,
Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the report of the Planning
)Commission was adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,416).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,416, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOT TEN (10) AND THE NORTH TWENTY -THREE (23) FEET
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NINE (9), BLOCK FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY -THREE (423), DUVAL'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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(!Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
jsuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
(ivote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.)
There was then presented a petition from Virgil W. Shelton for reclassification)
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of property at 1501 -1503 West 21st Street, described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 11, Fleming
land Bradford's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two-
Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the
following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James
H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been published that public hearing
would be held at this time and place and advising all interested persons to appear and
they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon
11motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Parris, the report of the Planning Com-
mission was adopted and said petition was denied.
There was then presented a petition from Walthour -Flake Company for reclassi-
fication of property at 819 Bishop Street, described as the North 50 feet of Lot 7,
North 50 feet of Lot 8 except the East 28.1 feet of the South 10.6 feet, the North 39.1
feet of the West 40 feet of Lot 9, Block 412, Compton's Subdivision of Lincoln and
Zimmerman Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family
(((District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the follow-
ing report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H.Larrison,
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Chairman. Filed with said petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning
Commission stating that the above described property was incorporated by that body in a
proposal to rezone an area generally described as the Northeast and Southeast corners of
IiIiiiMaryland Avenue and Bishop Street, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of
"F" Commercial District and that after due study they recommended approval of the pro-
posed reclassification at their meeting on January 17, 1957• It was stated that notice
had been published that public hearing would be held at this time and place and advisinj
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all interested persons to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so
desiring were'heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder,
the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition was granted. (See
Ordinance No. 10,417).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,417, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS SEVEN (7), EIGHT (8), AND NINE (9), BLOCK FOUR
HUNDRED TWELVE (412), COMPTON'S SUBDIVISION OF LINCOLN AND ZIMMERMAN ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND LOTS ONE (1), TWO (2), AND THREE (3), BLOCK ONE (1),
FITZGERALD'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420
AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
IAye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
(follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Morris Smith and Norris Sparks for a
waiver of yard space on property located at 819 Bishop Street, to permit the conversion
of a house on the property into an office building, stating that said property was now
owned by Mr. L. E. Steward and they were contemplating purchase of the property. Said
petition carried the approval of the Public Works Committee and upon motion of Alderman
Hood, seconded by Alderman Miller, was granted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes -
none; Absent - Corley - total 1. I
There was then.presented a petition from Allen E. Poteete, requesting extension
of a temporary permit to operate a woodwork shop at the rear of his residence located at,l
1111 Scott Street, Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, said permit
was granted to January 1, 1958.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons in Pine Manor
Addition, representing themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of
real property affected,-asking the City to create an improvement district for the pur-
pose of curbing, guttering, paving and providing storm drainage for the following
streets in the City of Little Rock, to -wit:
Pine Manor Drive and the short street at the east end of the
Addition connecting Pine Manor Drive and Ranch Valley Road;
which petition was accompanied by a certificate of the Arkansas Abstract and Guaranty
Company stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in
assessed value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that
notice had been published on January 5, 1957 and January 12, 1957 notifying all inter- '
ested persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing. Whereupon „ all
persons so desiring were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, sec-
onded by Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,418).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,418, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 612 OF LITTLE ROCK, [11111 it
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read'the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was again presented the petition from Mount Pleasant Baptist Church,
let al., asking the City to vacate and abandon 100 feet of the alleyway running from the
south end of Lot 11 through Lot 12, Block 282, Original City of Little Rock, being the
North 100 feet of said alley in the block bounded by Ringo, Cross, 14th and 15th Street
on which public hearing was held on January 7, 1957 and referred to the Public Works
Committee. Said petition was returned with the following report: "Pub Works Comm.
Recommends that Entire Block Be Closed ", signed by F. W. Parris, Wm. C. Hood, Jr. and
E. B. Miller. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the report of
the Public Works Committee was adopted and said petition was received and filed, said
recommendation requiring a new petition to be presented.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A DEED OF DEDICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY BY THE CHICAGO
ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, FOR A PUBLIC ROAD
HAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, and upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Hood, was referred to the Public Works Committee and the Aldermen
of the Second Ward. (Deed filed herewith).
' There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,419, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE NAME OF MICHIGAN STREET, WHICH EXTENDS NORTHWARDLY
FROM THE NORTH LINE OF BALTIMORE STREET, LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CHICAGO
STREET, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
!which ordinance was read the first time. Filed with said ordinance was a copy of a
(communication from Mr. Knox Banner, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the
City of Little Rock, addressed to Mr. Thomas Burleigh of the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission asking cooperation in the proposed change, said street being located in the
(Granite Heights Subdivision to the City and a project of the Housing Authority. By
unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, sec -
onded by Alderman Hood, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time
Land by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, the rules were again suspende
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis
Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Corley - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
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was declared passed. (Communication received and filed).
There was then presented a proposed Resolution designating the Riverfront Drive
as "Jean Baptiste Bernard De La Harpe Boulevard" to commemorate and honor the name of
the French Explorer who landed at this site and was responsible for the naming of the
City "Little Rock ". Alderman Griffey then introduced Mr. and Mrs. D. D. Terry and Mr.
Sam Dickinson who sponsored the proposed Resolution and spoke on the matter and urged
adoption of same. Said proposed Resolution was read in full and, upon motion of
Alderman Loy, seconded by.Alderman Hood, was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2129, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE NEED FOR LOW -RENT HOUSING IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Housing Authority Application); which resolution was read in full and, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2130, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE HOUSING '
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley -
total 1.
There was then presented a certificate of appointment of Alvin E. Bell as a
Commissioner of the Little Rock Housing Authority for a term beginning January 21, 1957
and to expire October 8, 1960, said appointment to fill the unexpired term of R. Reddin
Stevenson, resigned, said certificate having been signed by the Commissioners as pro-
vided in Act 77 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 1943 to provide filling of
vacancies on Municipal Housing Authority Boards. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded
by Alderman Evans, said appointment was approved and confirmed by the following roll
call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1.
There was then presented the Mayor's appointment of Mr. Leo J. Byrne as a
member of the Little Rock Auditorium Commission for a term of five years effective
January 1, 1957 to succeed himself, which appointment was approved and confirmed by the
following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid
and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1.
This being the time for the election by the City Council of a member of the
City Board of Public Affairs, the term of H. A. Emerson expiring, Alderman Loy nomina
the said H. A. Emerson to succeed himself for the period of such time as the present
Mayor - Council form of government was replaced by the City Manager- Director form of
government, said term normally being for a term of two years. There being no further
nominations, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, H. A. Emerson was
re- elected as a member of the Board of Public Affairs of the City for such time by the
following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and
Parris - total 8; Noes - Reid - total 1; Absent - Corley - total 1.
There was then presented a copy of communication from Mr. Joseph Kaufman
addressed to Mr. Wilson Clapham, Manager of the Sewer Department of Little Rock, pro-
testing the excessive increase of sewer charges as a result of the rate increase
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
Ithe Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
January 21� 1957 - Cont'd.
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by the passage of Ordinance No. 10,309 by the City Council on October 8,
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11956, and stating that the increase was much more than had been indicated by the Sewer
Department before passage of the ordinance. Alderman Hood then stated that he had
received numerous complaints on the amount of increase in sewer charges and moved that
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IMr. Clapham appear before the City Council at the next regular meeting to discuss the
matter, which motion was seconded by Alderman Loy, and adopted by unanimous viva voce
vote of the Council.
jThere was then presented the Audit Report of the Citizen's Coach Company as
requested by the Council as a result of their request for an increase in fares in the
City of Little Rock, together with the communication from E. L. Gaunt and Company,
(Certified Public Accountants, which had been referred to the Council as a Committee of
the Whole on January 7, 1957. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood,
said report and communication were received and filed. (See Ordinance No. 10,411).
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Airport for the year ending December 31, 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman
Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the City Collector for the year
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1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, was
received and filed.
There was then presented the Public Official Bond of Floyd B. Peek, Purchasing
lAgent, which bond was approved subject to the approval of the City Attorney, upon motion
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans.
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i There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,420, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 23 OF ORDINANCE NO. 7552, ESTABLISHING BUDGET
PROCEDURE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ESTABLISHING A SYSTEM OF PRE -AUDIT BUDGET
(CONTROL, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 10,004, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
)which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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(Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
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!Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
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Ithe Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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lAyes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
`(Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,421, entitled:
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�i AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF WARRANTS TO SECURE FUNDS TO MEET
PAYROLLS OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE MONTHS OF JANUARY
((;THROUGH MAY, 1957, INCLUSIVE; DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO MAKE NECESSARY ARRANGEMENTS
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THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK IN LITTLE ROCK FOR HANDLING OF THESE WARRANTS; PROVIDING
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(;FOR THE REPAYMENT OF SAID WARRANTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
Ithe Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,422, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO REPEAL SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9125 TO PROVIDE FOR
INSPECTION FEES TO DEFRAY THE COST OF MEAT INSPECTIONS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
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REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; PROVIDING A
(PENALTY FOR VIOLATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,422 was read and,
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roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Corley - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,423, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SALARY RANGE FOR CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE MEAT
INSPECTION DIVISION OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
`Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
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(Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
j(No emergency section provided).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,424, entitled:,
i AN ORDINANCE TO TRANSFER THE POSITION OF LABORATORY TECHNICIAN TO THE MILK
AND DAIRY DIVISION OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT; TO PROVIDE HOW THE TECHNICIAN SHALL BE
AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 9441 IN ITS ENTIRETY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�IPAID;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
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the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the ,Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
Alderman Griffey, Chairman of the Finance Committee then stated that ordinance
presented to the Finance Committee for salary increases for the Secretaries in various
departments, Police and Fire Departments, Health Department and the Plumbing Inspector
had been referred for further study by the Finance Committee.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,425, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED AND SIXTY DOLLARS TO PAY
THE PREMIUM ON THE CITY TREASUEREIS BOND TO J. C. HARDER AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
'I suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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lof the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
�m the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,426, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR THE PURPOSE
OF PURCHASING POUND SUPPLIES FOR THE YEAR 1957;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
liwere suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
(members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Parr
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,427, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL SUM OF ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY -EIGHT
DOLLARS AND THIRTY -THREE CENTS ($188.33) TO SUPPLEMENT THE ONE THOUSAND Two HUNDRED
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DOLLARS (1,200.00) PREVIOUSLY APPROPRIATED IN ORDINANCE NO. 10,407 FOR THE PURPOSE
OF PURCHASING ONE PASSENGER CAR FOR THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT, AND SAID $188.33 TO BE
TAKEN OUT OF THE GENERAL FUND, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Reid, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time,
and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result
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being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,428, entitled:
AN,ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS'FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE AUTOMOBILE WITH TRADE -IN, FOR USE BY THE
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules '
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,429, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $4031.12 TO PAY FOR ELECTRIC PLANT AND
BASE RADIO PURCHASED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,324, FOR USE
IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman ,
Parris, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,430, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $2327.50 TO PAY FOR HOSES PURCHASED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,289, FOR USE IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
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total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
' I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,431, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $380.00 TO PAY FOR HOSES PURCHASED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,323, FOR USE IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
imembers of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Parris, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,432, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $1,000.00 FROM THE GENERAL FUND AND
1$669.23 FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND TO PAY FOR 30 BUNKER SUITS AND 30
HELMETS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,403, FOR USE IN THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
;imembers of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
f` Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,433, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR USE OF THE
LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $1,000.00, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris
'the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,434. entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE TWENTY (20) NEW RADIO TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER ,
SETS FOR USE OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, TO TRADE IN FIFTEEN RADIO TRANSMITTER AND
RECEIVER SETS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,435, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
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ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE TWENTY (20) NEW AUTOMOBILES FOR USE OF THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT, TO TRADE IN SIXTEEN (16) AUTOMOBILES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,436, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE A ONE -HALF TON PICK -UP TRUCK NOT TO EXCEED
$1,100.00 PLUS TRADE -IN, FOR THE CITY POUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon,said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,437, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE THREE (3) JACK HAMMERS AT A PRICE NOT TO EXCEED
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ONE THOUSAND, FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1,400.00) TOGETHER WITH TWO (2) TRADE -INS, FOR
USE OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,438, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
(ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE THOUSAND (1,000) POUNDS OF BROOM WIRE, AT
A COST NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS, ($350.00) FOR USE OF THE STREET
(DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corleey - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,439, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
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' ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE TON OF CALABAR BASS FIBER NOT TO EXCEED
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
imembers of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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1 kembers of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,440, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) BULLDOZER FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT,
A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWELVE THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($12,500.00) TOGETHER
H TRADE -IN, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Parris, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,441, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO PURCHA
ONE SPRAYER- DUSTER UNIT FOR THE MALARIA CONTROL DIVISION, AND APPROPRIATE A SUM NOT TO
EXCEED $1,000.00 OUT OF THE GENERAL FUND, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the '
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from the Board of Public Affairs
containing an Excerpt from minutes of a meeting of the Board held on January 18, 1957,
at which time they adopted a recommendation to ask approval of the Finance Committee
and the City Council that they be authorized to take bids and contract for recapping '
and repairing all sizes of tires, including passenger tires, which communication carried
the following report: "Approved by Finance Committee with exception of Police & Fire
Dept's., not to use recaps "; signed by James A. Griffey, Franklin E. Loy, Ray Winder
and Harold H. Reid.. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, and
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Council, the report of the Finance
Committee was adopted.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase various items for various departments, and to sell to the highest
bidder scrap iron and junk tires from the Material Yard and Garage, which items, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, were approved.
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy; seconded by Alderman Hollis, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, February 11, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: �,��• / APPROVED
City Clerk. Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 11, 1957
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following
Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman Fred W. Parris.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,442, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A DEED OF DEDICATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY BY THE
CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, FOR A
PUBLIC ROAD AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on January 21
1957 and referred to the Public Works Committee and Aldermen of the Second Ward. Said
ordinance carried the approval of the Public Works Committee and upon motion of Alderma
Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council
present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Council -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE WAIVING THE SEVENTH PARAGRAPH PERTAINING TO SPECIAL ENGINEERING
SUPERVISION OF SECTION 204 OF ORDINANCE No. 7888 SO AS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A
WAREHOUSE AND OFFICE AT 1300 - 1324 EAST 26TH STREET, LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the propose
ordinance were communications from the Legislative Committee of the Arkansas Society of
Professional Engineers, the Little Rock Engineers Club and Mr. Werner C. Knoop, Chairma
of the Committee of Building Code Appeals, protesting said waiver. Mr. B. S. Clark,
Attorney then introduced a large group of Engineers and Architects in attendance and
stated that the proposed waiver would violate State Legislative regulations protecting
the general public on such construction. Mr. Harold Engstrom, Engineer, speaking for
Mr. Knoop, also stated that it would violate rules pertaining to those set out by the
Board of Building Code of Appeals to conform with State regulations. Alderman Loy
speaking in favor of the proposed ordinance then moved, seconded by Alderman Hood, that
the rules be suspended and the proposed ordinance be placed on second reading. As a
substitute to this motion, Alderman Hollis moved, seconded by Alderman Miller, that sai
waiver be denied and the proposed ordinance be tabled. Roll call was then had on the
substitute motion, with the following result: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Winder,
Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes - Loy, Hood and Parris - total 3; Absent -
none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared tabled.
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February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,443, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ARKANSAS FOUNDRY COMPANY TO ERECT AND MAINTAIN
A STEEL BRIDGE RUNNING IN AN EASTERLY AND WESTERLY DIRECTION OVER AND ACROSS THOMAS
STREET, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,443 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none;
Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10ja� 4, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE TYPE OF CONSTRUCTION OF FISH DRESSING PLANTS; THE
METHODS OF SLAUGHTERING THERE -IN, DISPOSAL OF THE OFFAL, THE HEALTH OF THE PERSONNEL,
AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION THEREOF, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
ers of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
ers of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 21 of Ordinance No. 10,444 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total - 10; Noes - none;
bsent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2131, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE RIVERFRONT DRIVE, EXTENDING GENERALLY FROM CROSS
, EAST TO CUMBERLAND STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AS "La HARPE
OULEVARD ";
ich resolution was read in full, having been substituted for a proposed Resolution
esented on January 21, 1957 and placed on the calendar, the purpose of said resolution
ing to commemorate and honor the name of Jean Baptiste Bernard de La Harps, the French
olorer who landed at approximately this site in 1722 and was directly responsible for
the naming of the City "Little Rock ". Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by
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11, 1957 - Cont'd.
Alderman Hood, said resolution was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller,
approved.
There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
Director in regard to the proposed annexation of approximately 35.1 square miles to the
City of Little Rock, which was approved by the voters in the November 1956 general
election, (Ordinance No. 10,292), and denied by the County Judge of Pulaski County on
February 5, 1957, said communication stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission
on February 11, 1957 had voted to recommend that the City Council undertake an appeal
(Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
�ithis
There was then presented a petition from Lloyd A. Robertson for curb cuts of
jsion's
169 feet at the Southwest corner of "R" and Pierce Streets for Esso Standard Oil Compa
(which petition, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, was
approved.
There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
Director in regard to the proposed annexation of approximately 35.1 square miles to the
City of Little Rock, which was approved by the voters in the November 1956 general
election, (Ordinance No. 10,292), and denied by the County Judge of Pulaski County on
February 5, 1957, said communication stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission
on February 11, 1957 had voted to recommend that the City Council undertake an appeal
the Whole at a meeting held prior to the official Council meeting of this date, had
voted unanimously to recommend that the City proceed with an appeal of the decision of
the Pulaski County Judge to the Circuit Court. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded
by Alderman Griffey, said recommendation was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of
the Council and communications received and filed. Mr. Winston Chandler speaking for
residents in the area opposing the annexation was introduced and urged the Council to
accept the decision and not appeal.
There was again presented the copy of a communication from Mr. Joseph Kaufman
addressed to Mr. Wilson Clapham, Manager of the Sewer Department, protesting the ex-
cessive increase in sewer charges as a result of the rate increase authorized by the
passage of Ordinance No. 10,309 on October 8, 1956, which matter was presented on
January 21, 1957 and a request made by the Council that Mr. Clapham appear at this time
to discuss the new rates which have resulted in numerous complaints to the Council.
Filed with this communication was an acceptance by Mr. Clapham to appear at this time.
Mr. Clapham was then introduced and presented a communication from E. L. Gaunt & Compan
Certified Public Accountants, with a comparison of sewer charges made for the month of
December, 1956 under the old rate and the month of January, 1957 under the new rate,
showing that the new sewer rates had approximately trebled, this figure being comparabl
to estimated figures in statements made by members of the Sewer Commission at the time
of passage of the ordinance. Mr. Clapham then explained that they were making every
effort to consider all complaints and familiarize the customers with the new rates, and
to make an adjustment if errors had been made. Mr. Paul Zander, Engineer, was then
introduced and protested the hiring of out -of -State Engineering Companies for Municipal
projects of this type. Upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
above communications were received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from the Parks and Recreation Com-
mission stating that at a meeting of the Commission on February 4, 1957, a resolution
was passed to request the City Council to restore the Playground program in the City's
Budget for 1957, citing the need for such program in connection with the summer play-
of the decision of the County Judge and to employ an associate special counsel to work
with the attorneys of the City in proposing the appeal in the Circuit Court. Filed at
�ithis
time was also a communication from the League of Women Voters of Little Rock, a
number of whom were in attendance, urging the Council to approve the Planning Conmiis-
jsion's
recommendation. Alderman Griffey then stated that the Council as a Committee of
the Whole at a meeting held prior to the official Council meeting of this date, had
voted unanimously to recommend that the City proceed with an appeal of the decision of
the Pulaski County Judge to the Circuit Court. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded
by Alderman Griffey, said recommendation was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of
the Council and communications received and filed. Mr. Winston Chandler speaking for
residents in the area opposing the annexation was introduced and urged the Council to
accept the decision and not appeal.
There was again presented the copy of a communication from Mr. Joseph Kaufman
addressed to Mr. Wilson Clapham, Manager of the Sewer Department, protesting the ex-
cessive increase in sewer charges as a result of the rate increase authorized by the
passage of Ordinance No. 10,309 on October 8, 1956, which matter was presented on
January 21, 1957 and a request made by the Council that Mr. Clapham appear at this time
to discuss the new rates which have resulted in numerous complaints to the Council.
Filed with this communication was an acceptance by Mr. Clapham to appear at this time.
Mr. Clapham was then introduced and presented a communication from E. L. Gaunt & Compan
Certified Public Accountants, with a comparison of sewer charges made for the month of
December, 1956 under the old rate and the month of January, 1957 under the new rate,
showing that the new sewer rates had approximately trebled, this figure being comparabl
to estimated figures in statements made by members of the Sewer Commission at the time
of passage of the ordinance. Mr. Clapham then explained that they were making every
effort to consider all complaints and familiarize the customers with the new rates, and
to make an adjustment if errors had been made. Mr. Paul Zander, Engineer, was then
introduced and protested the hiring of out -of -State Engineering Companies for Municipal
projects of this type. Upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
above communications were received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from the Parks and Recreation Com-
mission stating that at a meeting of the Commission on February 4, 1957, a resolution
was passed to request the City Council to restore the Playground program in the City's
Budget for 1957, citing the need for such program in connection with the summer play-
February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
grounds and youth centers and the necessity for immediate arrangements with the School
Board for use of buildings and grounds, also to hire qualified personnel in advance.
Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hollis, said communication was re-
ferred to the Finance Committee.
Alderman Loy then presented a Revised 1957 Operating Financial Analysis and
Budget and moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that same be approved and received and
filed, which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,445, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND, FOUR HUNDRED AND SEVEN
DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS ($1,407.50) TO PAY E. L. GAUNT & COMPANY FOR SERVICES RENDERED
IN CONNECTION WITH AUDIT OF CITIZENS COACH COMPANY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten'in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,446, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000) OUT OF
THE GENERAL FUND, TO PAY TO THE GUARDIAN OF JO ANN HENRY, AND HER ATTORNEY MAX HOWELL,
IN COMPROMISE OF A JUDGMENT AGAINST WILLIAM M. DRAFFEN, A DRIVER FOR THE SANITATION
DEPARTMENT, AT THE TIME OF THE ACCIDENT FOR WHICH JUDGMENT WAS RECOVERED, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules ,
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,447, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND;
$5,153.06 FROM THE PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the*
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules ,
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, —
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February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,448, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING A SUM NOT TO EXCEED $1,220.00 TO PAY FOR ONE
AUTOMOBILE WITH TRADE -IN FOR USE BY THE ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, PURCHASED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,428, PASSED JANUARY 21, 1957, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
iwere suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
limembers of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Reid, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
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Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,449, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $757.35 TO PAY GENERAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY
COMPANY FOR FIFTY STREET LIGHT FIXTURES, FOR USE BY THE ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, PURCHASED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10402, PASSED JANUARY 7, 1957,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
Ilvote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,450, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWENTY -SEVEN THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED AND
IXTY -SEVEN DOLLARS, AND EIGHTY CENTS ($27,667.80) TO PAY FOR AUTOMOBILES TO BE PUR-
HASED FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AS SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE
�INO. 10,435, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
jsuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
Ilwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
February 11, 19 7 - Cont'd.
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. '
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,451, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF EIGHT THOUSAND, THREE HUNDRED AND
SEVENTY DOLLARS ($8,370) TO PAY FOR RADIOS TO BE PURCHASED FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND AS SET FORTH IN ORDINANCE NO. 10,434, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance'Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,452, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVEN HUNDRED AND THIRTY -ONE DOLLARS
AND EIGHTY -NINE CENTS ($731.89) TO PAY MEDICAL EXPENSES OF OFFICER JOHN L. BALDWIN, WHO
WAS INJURED ON DULY WHILE WORKING FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,453, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF EIGHTY -THREE DOLLARS AND SEVENTY -FIVE
CENTS ($83.75) TO PAY FOR REPAIR PARTS OF MACHINE NUMBER FOUR (4) IN THE POLICE DEPART-
MENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members I'
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of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No ,
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
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the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,455, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $1,428.40 TO PAY WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC
SUPPLY COMPANY FOR TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND EQUIPMENT, FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, PURCHASED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10325, PASSED OCTOBER 8,
1956 AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
IIThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,456, entitled:
I AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF NINETEEN HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1900.00)
FOR PAPER TOWELS, TISSUES, AND PAPER CUPS FOR THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS IN THE LITTLE
ROCK CITY HALL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council-elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
February 11, 1957 - Con,t1d.
IIThere
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was then presented Ordinance No. 10,E+5!}, entitled:
it
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED, FORTY -THREE DOLLARS AND
Ilwere
THIRTY -FIVE CENTS TO PAY FOR REPAIR PARTS OF MACHINE NUMBER SIX (6) IN THE POLICE
i
DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
+
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
I
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
i
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
i
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,455, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $1,428.40 TO PAY WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC
SUPPLY COMPANY FOR TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND EQUIPMENT, FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, PURCHASED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10325, PASSED OCTOBER 8,
1956 AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
IIThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,456, entitled:
I AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF NINETEEN HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1900.00)
FOR PAPER TOWELS, TISSUES, AND PAPER CUPS FOR THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS IN THE LITTLE
ROCK CITY HALL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
5
Council-elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
lof the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
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the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
Ilwere
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,457, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO .
i
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE FIFTY THOUSAND (50,000) FINE -O -METER TICKET
FOR USE OF THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT, AT A SUM NOT TO EXCEED EIGHT
IIENVELOPES
}HUNDRED DOLLARS ($800.00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
5
February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were '
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,458, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND SELL ONE THOUSAND (1,000) FEET OF OUT DATED AND USED
FIRE HOSE FOR THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,459, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS,
AND AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE PRINTING OF THE 1956 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT OF THE CITY
I
CLERK AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED SEVEN HUNDRED DOLLARS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
'
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,460, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
PURCHASE ONE TRACTOR WITH MOWING MACHINE ATTACHMENT FOR USE IN THE WEED CUTTING
DIVISION, AND APPROPRIATE THE SUM OF 02,000.00 OUT OF THE GENERAL FUND, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the '
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
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February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,461, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE A CAR FOR THE USE OF THE MEAT INSPECTION
DIVISION OF THE CITY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO
EXCEED TWELVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($1200.00) PLUS THE COST OF A TRADE -IN OF A 1953 CHEVR
BUSINESS MENS' COUPE, MOTOR NO. LLA611279, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
!of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
jwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Troy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
(total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase by advertising for bids, and make payment for various items for
various departments, each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments,
upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, were approved.
The following bills and payrolls for the month of January, 1957 having been
approved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs, were
!then allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
' Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
PAYROLLS:
8,945.o9
227.76
60,662.10
10,145.86
253.07
73,459.20
BILLS:
j Acme Glass & Mirror Cc
19
98
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
3
11
Allsopp & Chapple
(2)
4
90
Alman Company, Sol
(2)
19
50
American Cyanamid Co
44
50
American LaFrance Corp.
2,290
75
Baptist Hospital
(2)
17
60
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
30
00
iArkansas
Arkansas Chemical & Supply
(4)
155
14
Arkansas Democrat Co
(4)
52
23
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Arkansas Equipment Co
19
38
Arkansas Foundry Cc
48
04
Arkansas Fuel Oil Co
(2)
98
27
Arkansas Fuel Oil Co
29
09
Arkansas Globe Chemical Cc
(2)
19
22
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
1,256
26
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
292.43
Arkansas Municipal League
3,000
00
Arkansas Power & Light Cc
(2)
3,311
64
Arkansas Power & Light Co
98
69
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
(12)
160
36
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
2
00
Armour & Company
111
89
Auto -Chlor System, Inc
1
82
Automotive Supply Co
6
47
Bale Chevrolet Cc
(6)
1,530
80
'
Bale Chevrolet Co
23
61
Banner Mattress Co
31
80
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
2
30
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
531
01
Binswanger & Company of Tenn.
94
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
13
77
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
6
12
Bobbs - Merrill Co., The
29
84 ,
Boiler Inspection Dept.
13
50
Brandon Company
2
83
Brooks, Joseph
13
45
Bush - Caldwell Co
96
Calder, Thomas M.
20
00
Camera Center, The
(3)
22
46
Capital Cycle Company
9
79
Capital Steel Company
11
49
February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
Capital Welding Supply Co
2
90
Capital Welding Supply Co
4
11
Carlton Wholesale Radio
14
35
Cash Wholesale Cc (2)
31
60
Chicago,Rock Is. & Pac. R.R.
181
51
Choctaw, Inc
32
08
Coffield & Moore Mfg. Co
8
64
Coger Warehouse, W. B.
240
85
Continental Baking Co
50
32
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(2)
287
69
Cook Auto Machine Co., J.B.
93
52
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
11
63
Crane Company (3)
62
79
Crow - Burlingame Co (4)
89
94
Crow - Burlingame Co
115
72
Dailey's United Supply Co
49
50
Darragh Company
46
51
Democrat Printing & Litho-(3)
25
71
Desoto Hardware Cc (2)
22
71
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
144
80
Duncan Parking Meter Corp.
6,709
43
D -X Sunray Oil Co
343
50
Electric Motor Service Co
7
00
Entenmann & Son, Carl
43
75
Enterprise Lumber Co
26
16
Enterprise Lumber Co
52
30
Esso Standard Oil Co
23
55
Euclid- Arkansas, Inc
2
51
Fagan Electric Co (5)
219
17
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print
7
28
Fidelity Company, The
7
50
Fink, C. 0.
1
50
Fisher Art Service
8
50
Fisher Scientific Co
11
40
555, Inc. (3)
27
47
555, Inc.
to
63
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (5)
153
83
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc
130
51
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper (2)
58
53
Gazette Publishing Co (4)
220
20
Goff Wholesale Grocery (2)
92
15
Goldman & Company
20
40
Golf Tee Company
13
62
Goodrich Company, B. F. (2)
182
50
Goodrich Company, B. F.
15
21
Gray & Calhoun, Drs.
10
00
Green Oil Company (2)
422
51
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
92
Guthridge Metal Products,Gene
47
43
Guthridge Material Co., Jeff
67
42
Hackman Paint & Supply Co
8
13
Harder Company, J. C.
360
00
Hartenstein Elevator Co
22
50
Hatley, Wm. J.
19
6o
Hollis & Company (2)
7
84
Hollis & Company
312
44
Hollis & Company
7
96
Illing Bus Lines, Horace A.
463
56
Independent Linen Service Co(3)
41
25
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
49
54
International Assc'n Fire Chiefs
7
00
International Harvester Co(2)
3,666
12
International Harvester Co
13
43
Jared, Mrs. J.
7
20
Johnson Radiator Shop
49
50
Jungkind Company
11
73
Katterjohn Concrete Products
49
50
Kern - Limerick, Inc
20
40
Katcher Metal Products Co
47
25
Krebs Bros. Supply Co
3
06
Kress Company Store #369
50
Leimer & Son, Gus C.
1
00
Linzel & Son, A. E.
1
53
Lion Oil Company
11
41
Lion Oil Company
782
30
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,604
27
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
36
93
Little Rock Repair Shop
8
80
Little Rock Road Mach. Co
28
05
Little Rock Paper Co (2)
28
17
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
3
50
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
11
68
Little Rock Welding Co
11
50
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty
100
50
Lyons Machinery Co
23
87
Lyons Machinery Co
31
91
May Supply Company
11
09
Metropolitan Area Planning Com.
9,000
00
Meyer - Blanke Company
8
29
Meyer's Bakery
29
60
Mohawk Tire Company
3
53
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co (2)
125
59
National Builders Supply
83
64
Nelson Company, N. 0. (2)
8
30
New York Life Ins. Co
640
33
Noble, Floyd
1,106
42
Nolting Radiator Co
1
00
Parkin Printing & Stat. Co (2)
39
73
Paragon Printing Co
6
53
Pattee Printing Co., Fred
21
81
Pitney - Bowes, Inc
25
22
Postmaster, Little Rock, Ark.
37
00
Postmaster, Little Rock,Ark.
40
00
Price's Refrigeration Service
29
�}0
Ramsey Top Shop
10
8
76
Rand's, Inc
11
fO
Rebsamen Motor Co (2)
6
Rhodes, Joe
10
00
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
294
4
Riggs Tractor Company, J.A.
48
78
Roach Paper Company
27
58
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
2
50
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
31
47
St. Vincent Infirmary
72
35
Sargent & Company, E.H.
53
14
Sears Roebuck & Company
15
30
Southern Bearing Service
7
59
Southern Radio Supply,Inc
39
27
Southland Building Products(3)
182
74
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,444
28
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
17
34
Standard Stationery Cupply (10)
18
64
Standard Stationery Supply
2
89
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
State Printing & Publ.Co
49
98
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc (2)
10
68
Stover, Wm. T. Company
16
54
Superior Spring Cc
10
78
Swift & Company
36
72
Texas Company, The (3)
3,634
34
Thomas, Henry
3
20
Three States Supply Co
11
28
Townsend, Dale (2)
76
00
Treadway Electric Co
3
18
University Hospital
3,000
00
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co (5)
241
32
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Cc
29
13
Warren, Hansel A.
59
62
Watkins, Charles J., M.D.
35
00
Welders Supply Company
3
06
Western Union Telegraph Co(2)
23
00
Westinghouse Electric Supply(2)
1,618
12
Woolworth Company, F.W.
8
06
Wright Service Cc
17
45
Young & Son, R.A.
1,651
38
Young & Son, R.A.
17
43
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
Mural & Son
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
2,962 02 Garver, Mark G.
5,588 65
Arkansas Foundry Co
8
88
Big Rock Stone & Mat.Co
31
22
Collie, Inc
3,908
88
Crane Company
43
32
Darragh Company
64
10
Goff & Vail Plumbing & Heat.
1,040
00
May Supply Company
1}
36
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
33
66
Nelson Company, N. 0.
1tS
64
HIGHWAY BOND FUND:
First National Bank in L.R. 69,097 50
FIRE DEPARTMENT BOND FUND:
Union National Bank 43,211 63
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February 11, 1957 - Cont'd.
LIBRARY BOND FUND:
Union National Bank
GARBAGE PLANT BOND FUND:
Worthen Bank & Trust Cc
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT BOND FUND:
Worthen Bank & Trust Co
121,052 25
425 63
2,620 00
SINKING FUND:
First National Bank
FAIR PARK BOND FUND:
First National Bank
1,500 00
3,721 00
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, February 18, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APP(�D
Mayor.
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 18, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with City Clerk W. C. Ware presiding in the absence of Mayor Woodrow W. Mann, and the
following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris -
total 8; Absent - Corley and Griffey - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
Upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Hood, Alderman Lee H.
Evans was elected to serve as Presiding Officer in the absence of Mayor Mann by the
following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Reid and Parris - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - Corley and Griffey - total 2; Present and Not Voting -
Evans - total 1. Whereupon, Alderman Evans was declared elected Presiding Officer in
the absence of Mayor Mann.
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman E. B. Miller.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 (FIRE DEPARTMENT) OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006, AS
AMENDED, CREATING FIFTEEN (15) ADDITIONAL POSITIONS OF HOSEMAN IN THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE
DEPARTMENT, ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES:
which proposed ordinance was read by title only, and upon motion of Alderman Parris,
seconded by Alderman Miller, was referred to the Safety Committee.
There was then presented a Report of the remaining Commissioner for Street
Improvement District No. 607, together with the resignations of Julius C. Bemberg and
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February 18, 1957 - Cont1d.
Harold H. Reid as commissioners of said Street Improvement District, recommending and III
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requesting the appointment of John L. Lipsmeyer as a successor to Mr. Bemberg and Earl
V. Kelone as a successor to Mr. Reid on said Board of Commissioners to fill said vac -
ancies, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, was
approved and said resignations accepted. (See Resolution No. 2132).
There was then presented. Resolution No. 2132, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONERS IN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 607;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
Alderman Hood, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
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Hood, Winder, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Corley and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Evans presiding).
There was then presented a Report of the remaining Commissioner for Curb and
Gutter Improvement District No. 608, together with the resignations of Julius C. Bemberg
and Harold H. Reid as commissioners of said Improvement District, recommending and re-
questing the appointment of John L. Lipsmeyer as a successor to Mr. Bemberg and Earl V.
Kelone as a successor to Mr. Reid on said Board of Commissioners to fill said vacancies,i
which report, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, was approved '
I
and said resignations accepted. (See Resolution No. 2133)•
There was then presented Resolution No. 2133, entitled: I,
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONERS IN CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 608;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Hood, Winder, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Corley and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Evans presiding).
There was then presented a communication from the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission, signed by James R. Stephens, Senior Planner, stating that the Planning
Commission at a meeting held on February 11, 1957 had approved plans and specifications
covering Contract #1 of the new sewer extension program of the Little Rock Sanitary
Sewer Commission, which Contract includes a trunk line through Boyle Park, and recom-
mended that the City Council provide the necessary easement through the Park. Upon I ''
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motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Parris, said communication was referred to
the Finance Committee.
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor on the appointment of
Mr. Lloyd R. Pearce to the Board of Adjustment as the Planning Commission member, to
fill the unexpired term of Mr. T. V. Allen, said term to expire May 1, 1957• Upon
motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Loy, said appointment was approved by
the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Reid and Parris -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Corley and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Evans pre-
siding).
There was then presented the renewal of the official Bond of the Citizens
Coach Company in the amount of $50,000.00, effective February 28, 1957, which Bond,
upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Parris, was approved subject to the '
approval of the City Attorney. (,
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Robinson Memorial Audi-
torium for the period ending December 31, 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman
Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, was received and filed.
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February 18, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase, and authorize payment for, various items for various departments
each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments, upon motion of
Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, were approved.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, March 4, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
PRO ?'ED
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 4, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following
Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Absent - Evans - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman James A. Griffey.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley.
There was then presented a petition from a number of property owners repre-
senting themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the real property
affected, asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of doing
the necessary grading, draining, curbing, guttering and paving the following streets,
to -wit:
North Jackson Street in the City of Little Rock,
from the point where it intersects with Club Road
to a point where it intersects with Stonewall Road;
Stonewall Road in the City of Little Rock, from a
point where it intersects with Van Buren Street,
thence East approximately two blocks to the point
where the existing said street terminates;
which petition was accompanied by a certificate of the Beach Abstract and Guaranty
Company stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in
assessed value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated
that notice had been published on February 16, 1957 and February 24, 1957 notifying all
interested persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Parris,
March 4, 1957 - Cont'd.
seconded by Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,462).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,462, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 613 OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows:
Ayes
- Miller,
Hollis,
Loy,
Corley,
Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9;
Noes
- none;
Absent -
Evans
- total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
There was again presented the petition from Charles W. Henson for reclassifi-
cation of property at the Northwest corner of North Jackson and West Markham Streets,
being 5000 -5002 West Markham, and described as Lots 5 and 6, Block 8, Pfeifer Addition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, on which public hearing was held on January 21,
1957 and was re- referred to the Planning Commission. Said petition was returned with
the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James
H. Larrison, Chairman. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition was granted. (See
Ordinance No. 10,463).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,463, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS FIVE (5) AND SIX (6), BLOCK EIGHT (8), PFEIFER
ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from J. Tappan Horner, Jr., at al.,
representing themselves to be the owners of all properties abutting upon that portion
of a street proposed to be closed, asking the City to close, vacate, and abandon that
portion of North Filmore Street described as follows:
That part of North Filmore Street between Michigan Avenue
and Scenic Drive, intersecting Blocks 7 and 8 of Park View
Addition to the City of Little Rock. Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
and 12 of Block 7, and Lots A, 4, 5, and 6 of Block 8 of
Park View Addition abut on the above - described portion of
North Filmore Street.
Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, said petition was referred
March 4, 1957 - Cont'd.
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to the Public Works Committee and Monday, March 25, 1957.at 8:00 o'clock p.m. in the
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Chamber was set as the time and place for public hearing thereon. (See
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Resolution No. 2134).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2131, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON
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PETITION TO VACATE AND ABANDON THAT PART OF NORTH FILMORE STREET BETWEEN MICHIGAN
(AVENUE
AND SCENIC DRIVE, INTERSECTING BLOCKS 7 AND 8 OF PARK VIEW ADDITION TO THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by
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Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Evans - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2135. entitled:
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING A COMMISSIONER IN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.
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607;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
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Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
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Evans - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2136, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING A COMMISSIONER IN CURB & GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 608;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Evans - total 1.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE PASSAGE BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE
OF ARKANSAS A BILL FOR AN ACT TO BE ENTITLED: "AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR A MORE EQUITABLE
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DISTRIBUTION OF THE COST OF OPERATION OF COUNTY EQUALIZATION BOARDS IN ALL COUNTIES OF
THIS STATE HAVING A POPULATION IN EXCESS OF 120,000; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
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which proposed resolution was accompanied by a copy of the proposed Bill, and was read
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in full. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the proposed
resolution was referred to the Finance Committee by the following roll call: Ayes -
Miller, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Hollis -
total 1; Absent - Evans - total 1.
i There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING THE PASSAGE BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF
ARKANSAS A BILL FOR AN ACT TO BE ENTITLED: "AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR A MORE EQUITABLE
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;DISTRIBUTION OF THE COST OF OPERATION OF THE TAX UNIT OF THE OFFICE OF COUNTY CLERK IN
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ALL COUNTIES OF THIS STATE HAVING A POPULATION IN EXCESS OF 120,000; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
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which proposed resolution was accompanied by a copy of the proposed Bill, and was read
in full. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, by Alderman Griffey,
seconded the proposed
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resolution was referred to the Finance Committee by viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2137, entitled:
A RESOLUTION URGING SUPPORT OF THE ARKANSAS TRAVELERS, LITTLE ROCK'S SOUTHERN
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March 4, 1957 - Cont'd.
ASSOCIATION BASEBALL TEAM, BY THE CITIZENRY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BY PURCHASING
ADMISSION TICKETS IN THE ADVANCE TICKET SALE;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by
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Alderman Hood, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Evans - total 1. Alderman Griffey then moved, seconded by Alderman Hood, that a copy
of the Resolution be forwarded to Mr. Ray Winder and Mr. John Baird of the Southern
Baseball Association of Little Rock; also to the Sports Editors of both newspapers,
The Arkansas Gazette and Arkansas Democrat, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva
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voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a petition from Frances C. Barron and Marian P.
Gerding for a temporary permit for one year to operate a business involving the sale
of clothing at 218 North Chester Street; also to erect a sign, approximately 3 feet by
5 feet in the front yard at that address, which petition, upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Winder, was granted.
There was then presented a petition from Gulf Oil Corporation for curb cuts
of 202 feet at the northwest corner of 14th and Chester Streets, which petition, upon
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motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, was granted.
There was then presented a petition from Gulf Oil Corporation for curb cuts
of 179 feet at the Northwest corner of Wright Avenue and Marshall Streets, which peti-
tion, upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Hollis, was granted.
There was again presented a communication from the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission recommending that the City Council provide the necessary easement through Boyle
Park for the new sewer extension program of the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer Department,
the contract for said program calling for a trunk line through the Park, which communi-
cation was referred to the Finance Committee by the Council on February 18, 1957 and
returned with the following report: "Approved by Finance Committee ". Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, said report was adopted and recommendation
approved by viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a communication from Mrs. Alva Edwards, Dermott,
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Arkansas, together with a Postal Money Order in the amount of $2.05 as a donation to
the "La Harpe Monument Fund" in regard to the naming of the Riverfront Drive "La Harps
Boulevard" and a movement by the City Beautiful Commission to beautify the Drive in
connection with their annual Clean -Up, Paint -Up, Fix -Up campaign. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Corley, said communication with Money Order was
forwarded to Mr. W. K. Amo of the Parks and Recreation Department to be held with any
further donations to this Fund, and a request made that the newspapers carry an article
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Ito this effect.
There was then presented a communication from the Arkansas Children's Hospital,
expressing thanks to the Council members for use of the City Hospital Building by that
Agency from July 51 1956 through February 26, 1957, which communication, upon motion of
Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Municipal
Water Works for the calendar year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
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seconded by Alderman Parris, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Museum of Fine Arts for the
year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris,
March 4, 1957 - Cont'd.
was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Fraternal Cemetery for the
year ending December 31, 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,464, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 (FIRE DEPARTMENT) OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006,
AS AMENDED, CREATING FIFTEEN (15) ADDITIONAL POSITIONS OF HOSEMAN IN THE LITTLE ROCK
FIRE DEPARTMENT, ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been read by title only on February 18,
1957 and referred to the Finance Committee. Returned with the following report:
"Approved by Finance Committee - Effective Employment April 1, 1957 "; Alderman Loy
then explained that the Finance Committee had approved same with the intention of re-
questing Mr. Raymond Rebsamen, the dealer who was awarded the contract for the purchase
of 20 new Police cars, to delay billing the City for the cars until later in the year
when the City would possibly be in better position financially to make payment for same
in order that the 15 additional firemen could be hired at this time to lower the City's
IIFire Rating Classification from Class Four to Class Three. Upon motion of Alderman
Hollis, seconded by Alderman Reid, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council -
elect, the report of the Finance Committee was approved and the rules were suspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,465, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY ORDINANCE NO. 10,266 PERTAINING TO THE
iPOSSESSION; SUPERVISION: HIRING OF NECESSARY HELP TEMPORARILY FOR MAINTENANCE; AND
!LEASING OF THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL UPON ITS RETURN TO THE CITY BY THE UNIVERSITY OF
ARKANSAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman'Miller, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time;
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No.10,466, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND;
$3,728.43 FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND; $132.27 FROM THE GARBAGE PLANT
CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND $4,256.26 FROM THE PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND; AND FOR.OTHER PURPOSES;
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March 1957 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
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were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman
Miller, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
Nand the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,467, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED, SEVENTY -THREE DOLLARS AND
TWENTY -FOUR CENTS ($573.24) TO PAY THE ARKANSAS EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. FOR MACHINERY
PURCHASED FROM IT FOR USE OF THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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IiCouncil-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows; Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
(Parris - total 9: Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,468, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVEN HUNDRED, SEVENTY -SEVEN DOLLARS
AND SIXTY -FIVE CENTS ($777.65) FOR FORTY THOUSAND (40,000) WINDSHIELD STICKERS FOR USE
OF THE CITY COLLECTOR'S OFFICE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
(Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
Dassed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,469, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED AND TWENTY -SIX DOLLARS AND
(SEVENTY CENTS ($626.70) TO SETTLE THE CLAIM OF R. L. ROSS FOR DAMAGES TO HIS CAR, HIS
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PERSON, AND MEDICAL EXPENSES INCURRED BY HIM, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
l'lwere
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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Ilmembers
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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Ilmembers
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
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jReid, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being'as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
lwas
declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,470, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FOUR HUNDRED, EIGHTY -FIVE DOLLARS AND
IIFORTY
CENTS ($485.40) OUT OF THE STREET FUND TO PAY FOR MEDICAL BILLS OF ASA STEWART
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FOR TREATMENT OF INJURIES WHICH HE RECEIVED WHILE ON DUTY IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT
IjDURING
THE 1956 RESURFACING PROGRAM, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
((which
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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'Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
Ilwere
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
Ilmembers
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
Illmembers
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Loy,l
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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Aye and No vote taken upon the
y p question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows:
i A es Miller , Hollis , Loy, Corle y, Hood , Winder , Griffe y, Reid and Parris -
'total 9; Noes - none; Absent -Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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ldeclared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,471, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING A SUM OF MONEY NOT TO EXCEED SIX HUNDRED, SEVENTY -
IIFIVE
DOLLARS FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE TRAFFIC LIGHT WITH TIMING FIXTURES TO BE PLACED
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THE INTERSECTION OF WRIGHT AVENUE AND HIGH STREETS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
j!which
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Il[Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
,Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
Ilwere
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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Ilmembers
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
Ilmembers
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Reid,
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rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Age and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
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total 9: Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,472, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO PURCHASE(
FOUR HUNDRED (4-00) GALLONS OF WHITE PAINT, AND TWO HUNDRED (200) GALLONS OF YELLOW PAINT
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USE OF THE TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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lCouncil present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
IiCouncil-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Reid, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,473, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY -EIGHT DOLLARS
($378.00) TO PURCHASE A STAINLESS STEEL TANK FOR USE OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ORDINANCE NO. 10,330, DIRECTING THE PURCHASE THEREOF, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey;
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,474, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE TWO HUNDRED (200) CHANNEL IRON POSTS AT A PRICE
NOT TO EXCEED SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS ($600.00) FOR USE OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
mmembers of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
Imembers of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Hood, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
(and
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Evans - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase and make payment for, various items for various departments, each
liamounting
to less than 0300.00, which purchases and payments, upon motion of Alderman
Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, were approved.
The following bills and payrolls for the month of February, 1957 having been
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approved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs, were
then allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
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Evans - total 1.
11 1111 PAYROLLS:
10,151.23
253.07
73,629.85
10,144.58
135.74
73,807.57
BILLS:
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc (2)
22
Acme Glass & Mirror Co 36 17
American- LaFrance Corp.
372
Alman Company, Sol (3) 42 00
Arkansas Democrat Co
8
Arkansas Chemical & Supply Co(2) 120 54
Arkansas Foundry Cc
56
Arkansas Foundry Co 27 21
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp
74
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp (3) 326 01
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
1,460
Arkansas Globe Chemical Cc 122 76
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
7,741
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co 35 53
Arkansas State Golf Assc'n.
20
Arkansas Power &,Light Co 85 63
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
1
Arkansas State Revenue Dept (2) 55 78
Automotive Safety Service
7
Armour & Company 91 38
Bale Chevrolet Co (5)
239
Automotive Supply Cc 16 92
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
5
Bale Chevrolet Co 21 25
Big -4 Auto Parts Cc
3
Besser Hardware Co 7 72
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
3,399
Big Rock Stone & Material Co (3) 20 70
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
13
i Binswanger & Co. of Tennessee 16 32
Boiler Inspection Division (2)
3
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Service 20 11
Brandon Company
35
Bracy, Jack B.- Bralei Homes 50 00
Buck Mfg. Co., Norman
68
Brooks, Joseph -Ass't City Atty 11 00
'
10
Cairns, James M. 1 11
Capital Typewriter Co
3
Capital Cycle Company (2) 92 80
Capitol Glass Company (2)
18
Capital Welding Supply Cc 18 44
Carlton Wholesale Radio (2)
40
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co (3) 195 48
Central Surgical Cc
61
Cash Wholesale Company, Inc (2) 21 60
Choctaw, Inc
952
Chicago, Rock Is.& Pac.R.R.Co 464 40
Clark Distributing Cc
17
Choctaw, Inc (5) 222 67
Coger Warehouse, W. B.
497
Clark Equipment Co 281 84
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B. (4)
110
I Colonial Baking Co 44 98
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc (2)
45
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B. 95 32
Crow - Burlingame Cc (6)
173
Crane Company 53 17
Darragh Company
45
Crow - Burlingame Co 2 45
Davis Cycle Co
7
i Darragh Company 45 00
Dayton Tire Sales (4)
63
Davis Tire & Recap.Co.,Porky 75
Democrat Printing & Litho. (5)
190
j Delta Tool & Supply Co 49 43
DeSoto Hardware Co
DeSoto Hardware Co 83 72
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
141
DeSoto Hardware Co 7 65
Duncan Parking Meter Corp
6,309
Dixie Equipment Co 385 56
Eberbach & Son Co
29
D -X Sunray Oil Co (3) 5,074 67
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
42
Elco Agency 9 45
Enterprise Harness Co
20
Entenmann & Son, Carl (2) 67 90
Enterprise Lumber Cc
1,340
Enterprise Lumber Co 19 23
Esso Standard Oil Cc
4
Esso Standard Oil Co 13 11
Farrell & Scheer Blue Print(2)
162
i Fagan Electric Co (3) 97 25
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
142
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl 5 50
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
91
Fischer Cement & Roofing Cc 10 15
555, Inc
�I
555, Inc (2) 14 92
Fones Bros: Hardware Cc
233
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (3) 38 16
Gamewell Company, The
24
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co 22 83
Gaunt & Company, E. L.
1,407
Gattis, Rex 123 47
General Electric Supply Cc
757
Gazette Publishing Co (4) 203 96
Golf Tee Company
33
Goldman & Company 10 20
Graybar Electric Co
80
Goodrich & Company, B. F. (2) 238 66
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
12
Green Oil Company 6 33
Hackett Seed Store
5
Guthridge Metal Products,Gene 239 91
High Point, Inc
23
Hatley, Wm. J. 20 99
Hollis & Company
218
Hollis & Company (2) 42 63
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
37
Independent Linen Service (4) 52 68
International Harvester Co
12
International Harvester Cc (3) 3,731 49
Jones Lumber Company, R.L.
965
Jones Truck Lines (2) 10 61
KatterJohn Concrete Products
548
Kant -Slam Door Check Cc 9 95
Lee Rubber Products
13
Keyes, Ralph 10 00
Lion Oil Company
6
Leimer & Son, Gus C. 1 12
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,524
Little Rock Blue Print Co 9 28
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
27
Little Rock Mun. Water Works 400 00
Little Rock Paper Co (2)
11
Little Rock Packing Co 55 17
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
1
Little Rock Road Machinery Cc 73 36
Little Rock Welding Cc
49
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply 14 50
Lyons Machinery Co
ii
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty 94 50
Machin,Percy H.,City Clk -NLR
18
McKesson & Robbins 2 14
May Supply Co
2
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners 5 11
Meyer - Blanke Co
48
May Supply Cc 202 38
Mohawk Tire Co
15
Meyer's Bakery 8 40
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
24
Mohawk Tire Co 148 32
National Cash Register Cc
45
National Builders Supply 21 13
Nelson Company, N.O. (2)
99
National Recreation Assoc'n. 8 11
New York Life Ins. Cc
630
Nelson Company, N.O. 2 45
Nolting Radiator Co
2
Noble, Floyd 911 26
Oakland Cemetery Commission
37
North Little Rock Fix -It Shop 1 50
Paragon Printing Co (3)
75
O'Neal Motors, Dutch 17 16
Phillips, Finos
27
Parkin Printing & Stat. Co (5) 133 35
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark
200
Pittsburgh -Erie Saw Corp 3 60
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc (2)
22
14
American- LaFrance Corp.
372
40
Arkansas Democrat Co
8
43
Arkansas Foundry Cc
56
77
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp
74
55
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
1,460
02
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
7,741
84
Arkansas State Golf Assc'n.
20
00
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
1
00
Automotive Safety Service
7
75
Bale Chevrolet Co (5)
239
94
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
5
61
Big -4 Auto Parts Cc
3
00
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
3,399
43
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
13
50
Boiler Inspection Division (2)
3
00
Brandon Company
35
69
Buck Mfg. Co., Norman
68
33
Calder, Tom M.
10
00
Capital Typewriter Co
3
50
Capitol Glass Company (2)
18
91
Carlton Wholesale Radio (2)
40
24
Central Surgical Cc
61
13
Choctaw, Inc
952
39
Clark Distributing Cc
17
75
Coger Warehouse, W. B.
497
83
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B. (4)
110
11
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc (2)
45
81
Crow - Burlingame Cc (6)
173
64
Darragh Company
45
60
Davis Cycle Co
7
02
Dayton Tire Sales (4)
63
32
Democrat Printing & Litho. (5)
190
30
DeSoto Hardware Co
99
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
141
00
Duncan Parking Meter Corp
6,309
36
Eberbach & Son Co
29
52
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
42
50
Enterprise Harness Co
20
24
Enterprise Lumber Cc
1,340
76
Esso Standard Oil Cc
4
02
Farrell & Scheer Blue Print(2)
162
98
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
142
17
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
91
80
555, Inc
21
56
Fones Bros: Hardware Cc
233
53
Gamewell Company, The
24
49
Gaunt & Company, E. L.
1,407
50
General Electric Supply Cc
757
35
Golf Tee Company
33
69
Graybar Electric Co
80
47
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
12
75
Hackett Seed Store
5
15
High Point, Inc
23
36
Hollis & Company
218
80
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
37
20
International Harvester Co
12
80
Jones Lumber Company, R.L.
965
83
KatterJohn Concrete Products
548
96
Lee Rubber Products
13
27
Lion Oil Company
6
07
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,524
52
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
27
09
Little Rock Paper Co (2)
11
01
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
1
50
Little Rock Welding Cc
49
50
Lyons Machinery Co
12
79
Machin,Percy H.,City Clk -NLR
18
75
May Supply Co
2
91
Meyer - Blanke Co
48
00
Mohawk Tire Co
15
22
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
24
00
National Cash Register Cc
45
80
Nelson Company, N.O. (2)
99
27
New York Life Ins. Cc
630
53
Nolting Radiator Co
2
50
Oakland Cemetery Commission
37
00
Paragon Printing Co (3)
75
74
Phillips, Finos
27
00
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark
200
00
March 4, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Postmaster - Little Rock, Ark.
Postmaster - Little Rock, Ark.
Railway Express Agency
Rand's, Inc
Reynolds Stamp Co
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
Roc -Arc Water Co
Royal Typewriter Co
St. Vincent Infirmary
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs.
Southern Equipment Co
Southland Building Products Co
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
Spradlin, Carolyn
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
State Chemical Co
Superior Spring Co
Thompson - Hayward Chemical Co
Townsend, Dale
University Hospital
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
Ware, W.C., City Clerk
Watkins, Charles M.
Weldon, Williams & Lick, Inc
Western Union
Wiseman, E. E.
PARKING METER FUND:
City of Little Rock -Road Fund
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G.
(2)
(2)
(2)
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Gamewell Company, The
GARBAGE PLANT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Lewis - Diesel Engine Company
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
Enterprise Lumber Co
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co
Price - Fewell Electric Co
400
00
Postmaster - Little Rock, Ark.
30
00
30
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co
12
12
2
56
Ramsey Top Shop (3)
40
06
23
95
Rebsamen Motor Co (3)
16
47
8
84
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
345
54
7
97
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
9,700
00
6
94
Ross, R.L., & Wesley Wood,Atty
626
70
22
09
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
29
00
33
30
Sargent & Company, E.H.
24
50
90
00
Southern Brush Co
18
87
74
02
Southern Radio Supply (3)
86
04
27
36
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,464
13
17
34
Sparks, W. L.
239
67
15
00
Standard Stationery Supply (2)
33
96
50
00
Star Wrecking Co
30
00
3
98
Stover Company, Wm.T.
17
83
4
50
Thomas, Charles C.,Publisher
12
75
66
85
Three States Supply Co
23
02
19
85
Treadway Electric Co
36
30
3,000
00
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co (5)
121
00
37
76
Ward, Helen R.
30
00
7
00
Warren, Hansel A.
31
12
169
00
Welders Supply Co
5
47
16
66
Weldon,Williams & Lick,Inc
777
65
5
00
Westinghouse Electric Supply
64
06
499
96
Woodruff, Franklin
10
00
12,000 00
500 00
3,059 20 Wiseman, E. E. 669 23
132 27
29
06
Collie, Inc
2,327
96
89
04
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
90
64
9
21
Goff & Vail Plumbing & Heat.
992
10
645
00
Southland Building Products
73
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, March 25, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 25, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
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The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following
Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
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j, The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman James A. Griffey.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
i�motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley.
There was then presented a petition from C. C. Collie, Jr., Agent, for re-
classification of property at 1500 Lincoln Avenue, described as Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block
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11;360 and part of Block 361, Original City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D"
Apartment District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried
' I'',the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves ", signed by James
1'% H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said petition was a communication from the Little
Rock Planning Commission stating that the Planning Commission had approved the rezoning
of certain parcels of land described in the petition from "D" Apartment to "F" Commer-
cial District subject to the offering of a covenant concerning the use of the property
and establishing certain setbacks, and that a covenant had been received which applied
only to Lot 2 and the East thirty -five feet of Lot 3 of the area and that a proposed
ordinance had been drawn to include only this reduced area. It was stated that notice
had been published notifying all interested persons to appear at this time and place
for public hearing. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motio
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the report of the Little Rock Planning
Commission was adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,475).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,475, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOT TWO (2) AND THE EAST THIRTY -FIVE FEET OF LOT
9 THREE (3), BLOCK THREE HUNDRED SIXTY (360), ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
.AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
i!Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
(Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
i,of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
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vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ili Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
I There was then presented a petition from 0. D. Marshall for reclassification
of property at the Northeast corner of Arch Street and Roosevelt Road, described as
Lots 7 and 8, Block 2, E. W. Gibbs Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from
ilvhe present "C" Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which
Mpetition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves ",
March 25, 1957 - Cont'd.
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been published
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advising all persons interested in the matter to appear on this date and at this time
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for public hearing. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion
of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Hood, the report of the Planning Commission wasl
adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,476).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,476, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS SEVEN (7) AND EIGHT (8), BLOCK TWO (2),
E. W. GIBBS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420
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AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
lAyes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Kay Matthews and Claude Carpenter,
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�Jr., for reclassification of property at 1519 West 7th Street, described as the East 40
feet of Lot 5, Block 413, Compton's Subdivision of Lincoln's Addition to the City of
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(iLittle
Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "F" Commercial
District property, which petition carried the following.neport: "The Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission Approves", signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said
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ipetition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that the
above described property was incorporated in a proposal by the Planning Commission to
rezone property generally described as Lots 5 and 6, Block 413, Compton's Subdivision
of Lincoln's Addition.to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and recommended approval of
the proposed reclassification of the entire property. It was stated that notice had
been published notifying all interested persons to appear at this time and place for
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public hearing, and all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman
Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted
and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,477).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,477, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS FIVE (5) AND SIX (6), BLOCK FOUR HUNDRED
THIRTEEN (413), COMPTON'S SUBDIVISION OF LINCOLN'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
lCouncil-elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
'
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
1957 - Cont'd.
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented the petition from J. Tappan Hornor, Jr., et al.,
asking the City to vacate, close and abandon a portion of North Filmore Street describe
as follows:
That part of North Filmore Street between Michigan Avenue
and Scenic Drive, intersecting Blocks 7 and 8 of Park View
Addition to the City of Little Rock;
on which public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2134 for this date and time and
referred to the Public Works Committee on March 4, 1957. Said petition was returned
with the following recommendation: "Approved Pub.Works, Drainage & Utility Easements
required ". It was stated that notice had been published on March 9, 1957 and March 16,
1957 advising all interested persons to appear at this time and place for public hear-
ing, and all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Parris,
k seconded by Alderman Reid, the report of the Public Works Committee was adopted and
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III said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,478).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,478, entitled:
III AN ORDINANCE RELEASING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING ALL RIGHTS OF THE CITY AND
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THE PUBLIC GENERALLY IN THAT PART OF NORTH FILLMORE STREET BETWEEN MICHIGAN AVENUE AND
'SCENIC DRIVE, INTERSECTING BLOCKS 7 AND 8 OF PARK VIEW ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules wer
There was then presented Resolution No. 2138, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON
AND CLOSE TWO ALLEYS RUNNING EAST AND WEST FROM ELM STREET TO MAGNOLIA AVENUE IN BLOCK
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented a petition from Paul Goodwin and Frieda Goodwin, his
wife, and Charley H. Sutton and Clemonteen Sutton, his wife, representing themselves to
be the owners of all property abutting upon two platted alleys 12 feet wide in Block
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62, Braddock's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and running East and West
from Elm Street to Magnolia Avenue a distance of 132 feet, said property being bounded
on the West by Elm Street, on the South by 20th Street, on the East by Magnolia Avenue
Nand
on the North by 19th Street, asking the City to vacate, abandon and close said
alleys. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, Monday, April 8,
11957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for
I�public
hearing thereon. (See Resolution No. 2138).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2138, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON
AND CLOSE TWO ALLEYS RUNNING EAST AND WEST FROM ELM STREET TO MAGNOLIA AVENUE IN BLOCK
Alderman Evans, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Miller - total 1.
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62, BRADDOCK'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Evans, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Miller - total 1.
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March 25, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,479, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10462, SAME BEING "AN
ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 613 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
,
ARKANSAS;"
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 613, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Evans, was approved. (See Resolution No. 2139).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2139, entitled:
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 613;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman
Winder, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller -
total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2140, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION THE POSITION
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK REGARDING THE COMPLETION OF THE JEAN BAPTISTE DE LA HARPE
BOULEVARD, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent
Miller - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2141, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE
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METROPOLITAN AREA OF PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS:
which resolution was read in full. Attached to said resolution was a copy of the
Preliminary Development Plan as approved by the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission,
land upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the resolution was adopted
by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,'Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2142, entitled:
A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING TO THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR ITS USE
THEREOF, CERTAIN FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT NOW LOCATED IN THE LITTLE ROCK CITY HOSPITAL
FORMERLY OPERATED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS AND TURNED BACK TO THE CITY TOGETHER
(WITH ITS EQUIPMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman
Hollis, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller -
total 1.
March 25, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,480, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REAPPOINTING S. P. DIXON AS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSIONER OF THE
LITTLE ROCK CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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,which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended.and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor on the re- appointment
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iof B. Finley Vinson on the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission, said term to expire
(February 28, 1960, which appointment, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman
' IGriffey, was approved and confirmed by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans. Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes- none; Absent -
Miller - total 1.
There was then presented a petition from Leon H. French, for a waiver of yard
space for the purpose of enclosing an existing side porch and extending porch to the
rear of dwelling at 2901 West 6th Street, which petition carried the approval of the
Public Works Committee and upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, was
granted.
There was then presented a petition from a number of residents in the area of
32nd and Anna Streets, requesting a street light at that intersection, which petition,
upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, was referred to the City
Electrician.
There was then presented a petition from Little Rock Furniture Manufacturing
' Company for a curb out of 48 feet at 1498 East Second Street for access to truck lot,
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which petition, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, was granted.
There was then presented a petition from R. F. Nuckolls for a curb cut of 8
feet at 12th and Oak Street for Esso Standard Oil Company, which petition, upon motion
of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, was granted.
There was then presented a communication from Mrs. R. F. McCarty, whose resi-
dence is on Highway No. 10, in regard to her Post Office address being designated as
Roland, Arkansas instead of Little Rock, asking that some consideration be given to
changing the Route number in order that the mail delivery would be through the Post
(Office in Little Rock. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
11 Isaid communication was received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from the Little Rock Council Parent-
Teacher Associations, signed by Mrs. Henry V. Rath, President and Mrs. Howard Shephard
Chairman Juvenile Protection, together with a Resolution from the Pulaski County Com-
munity Council, signed by Henry E. Spitzberg, Chairman, in regard to the deletion of an
appropriation in the amount of $8,000.00 in the budget for the City of Little Rock for
the year 1957 for the summer Parks and Playground Recreation Program, which included
the City Youth Centers and Supervised Summer Playground Program, requesting that the
March 25, 1957 - Cont'd.
City Council reconsider the matter and approve the appropriation. Upon motion of
Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Hood,
the communication was referred to the Finance
Committee.
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was then presented a copy
of a communication from Alderman Franklin E.
Loy addressed
to Mr. Raymond Rebsamen in
regard to the request by the City Council that
I IIIIII1due to the financial condition of the City at this time that Mr. Rebsamen delay billing
the City for the 20 new cars purchased for the Police Department until a later date in
order that the City could employ 15 additional Firemen on April 1, 1957, thus changing
the insurance classification for the City of Little Rock from Class Four to Class Three
and saving the citizens of Little Rock a large sum of money on fire insurance premiums
each year. (See Council Minutes on passage of Ordinance No. 10,464 on March 4, 1957)•
Attached to said communication was an acceptance by Mr. Rebsamen of the terms as pre-
sented, with the provision that the bill be paid no later than December 31, 1957• Upon
motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said communications were
received and filed.
There was then presented a copy of a communication from G. L. Nalley, Chief of
the Little Rock Fire Department, addressed to Mr. George D. Suter of the Arkansas
Inspection and Rating Bureau, advising that the City of Little Rock had employed the
15 additional firemen effective April 1, 1957, and that the men would be assigned to
the various Fire Companies as requested by the National Board of Fire Underwriters.
Upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said communication was
received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Audit for the City of Little Rock for the
year 1956, which report, upon motion of. Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans,
was received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from Mr. Glenn G. Zimmerman, Executive
Director of the Arkansas Municipal League, expressing his appreciation on behalf of all
the cities of Arkansas for the cooperation of the members of the City Council's Legis-
lative Committee during the recent session of the Arkansas Legislature, said members
consisting of Aldermen Fred Parris, Ray Winder, Wm. C. Hood and Franlin Loy. Upon ,
motion of Alderman Hollis/ seconded by Alderman Griffey, said communication was received
and filed.
Alderman Evans then expressed his appreciation to members of the City Council,
Board of Public Affairs and Department Heads for their expression of sympathy on the
death of Mrs. Evans.
Alderman Loy then made a verbal request that the City Poundmaster be authorizell
to move into a house located on the old City Hospital property, from the house he is now
occupying on City owned property at the Pound. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded
by Alderman Griffey, said matter was referred to the Health Committee.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,481, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED CHANGING THE
NUMBER OF LIEUTENANTS AND SERGEANTS IN SECTION 14, POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the 11 11
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members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,482, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY -FIVE DOLLARS
AND FIFTY CENTS TO PAY SPECIAL DUTY NURSES FOR OFFICER CHARLES N..,GOODWIN, A MOTORCYCLE
PATROLMAN, WHO WAS INJURED WHILE ON DUTY FOR THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
' members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
ICI members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed. -
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,483, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS, (300.00) FROM
THE CITY GENERAL FUND FOR USE OF A CLEAN -UP CAMPAIGN, AUTHORIZING THAT SAID SUM OF
MONEY BE TURNED OVER TO THE TREASURER OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE FOR THE CAMPAIGN, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES:
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
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vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
I�Ayes
- Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,484, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) TO BE PAID
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TO THE 1957 NATIONAL CITIZENS PLANNING CONFERENCE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,485, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR BLOCK EIGHT (8) OF WATKINS ADDITION, PRESENT LOCATION OF
CITY•POUND, AND TO SUBMIT ANY BIDS OBTAINED THEREON TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS FOR ITS APPROVAL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
I Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council.present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rulesi
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent -,Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,486, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE ONE (1) ONE -HALF TON PICK -UP TRUCK FOR THE
REBSAMEN PARK GOLF COURSE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
(was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,487, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND
RECREATION, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
(Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,488, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE VARIOUS REPAIR PARTS OF A WAYNE STREET SWEEPER
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FOR USE OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AT A COST NOT
TO EXCEED FOUR HUNDRED, SEVENTY -FIVE DOLLARS ($475.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than.two- thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
' There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,489, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
,ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE A PNEUMATIC ROLLER FOR USE OF THE STREET
DEPARTMENT OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS
($2000.00) PLUS A TRADE -IN OF A FERGUSON PORTABLE ROLLER, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
' being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,490, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE ONE TON AND A HALF TRUCK CHASSIS WITH CAB FOR
USE IN RE- BUILDING ONE FIRE ENGINE IN THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT, AT A COST NOT
TO EXCEED THIRTY FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3500.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
i�Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
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were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
land the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
iParris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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March. 25, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,491, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE TWELVE (12) INNER- SPRING MATTRESSES AT A PRICE
NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS (350.00) FOR USE OF THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE
DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous..vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,492, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE TEN THOUSAND (10,000) SHEETS OF LETTER SIZE
THERMO -FAX PAPER AND TWO THOUSAND (2,000)SHEETS OF LEGAL SIZE THERMO -FAX PAPER, AT A
COST NOT TO EXCEED SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS ($600.00), FOR USE OF THE TRAFFIC DIVISION OF
THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman-.Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,493, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Quarterly Supplies); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous
vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
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Alderman Evans, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordi-
nance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented a request from Chief M. H. Potts of the Little Rock
Police Department for authorization to pay Sergeant D. M. Cox overtime pay to assist
the technician in that department in the installation of new radio equipment to expedite
ioperation
of the new Police cars, said request carrying the approval of the Finance
Committee. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said request was
(approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
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Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from Joseph Brooks, Assistant City
(Attorney,
addressed to the Finance Committee and recommending that a settlement be made
by the City in the amount of $110.00 as damages in a suit resulting from an automobile
accident in which the plaintiff's car was struck by a pick -up truck owned by the City
and being driven by Sammie Hampton, an employee of the Repair Department, stating that
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amount was approximately half the amount sued for by the plaintiff. Said communi-
cation carried the approval of members of the Finance Committee with the recommendation
�Ilthat
Sammie Hampton pay the City Collector $50.00, and upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Evans, the recommendation of the Finance Committee was adopted and
said payment approved.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase by advertising for bids and make payment for, various items for
(various departments, each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments
were approved, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, April 8, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
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City Clerk. Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
April 8, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
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The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk and
the following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Absent - Corley - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman Fred W. Parris.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
jmotion
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
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There was again presented the petition from Paul Goodwin and Frieda Goodwin,
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wife, owners of Lots 8, 9 and 10, Block 62, Braddock's Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, and Charley H. Sutton and Clemonteen Sutton, his wife, owners of
Lot 7, Block 62, Braddock's Addition, asking the City to vacate and close two platted
12 in Block, East West from Elm Street to Magnolia
alleys feet wide said and running and
Avenue a distance of 132 feet, said property being bounded on the West by Elm Street,
on the South by 20th Street, on the East by Magnolia Avenue and on the North by 19th
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Street, on which petition public hearing had been set for this date and place by
IResolution
No. 2138 on March 25, 1957. It was stated that notice had been published on
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March 30, 1957 and April 6, 1957, advising all interested persons to appear at this
time and place for public hearing on the matter. Whereupon, all persons so desiring
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were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said
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petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,494).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,494, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO CLOSE TWO 12'FOOT ALLEYS IN BLOCK 62, BRADDOCK'S ADDITION TO
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ABUTTING IMMEDIATELY ON LOTS 9 AND 10, AND 7 AND 8;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
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were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,)
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
IlParris
- total 9: Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from V. A. Coco and Mrs. V. A. (Yola) Coco,
representing themselves to be the owners of all lands abutting upon a 12 foot alley
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runs north and south between Lot 27, Block 23, Riverside Park Addition, and Lot
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12, Block 22 of Stillman and Buchanan Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
which alley begins at Lincoln Avenue and extends north to the north boundary line of
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the above described lots, asking the City to close and vacate said alley. Upon motion
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of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, Monday, April 29, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock
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April 8, 1957 - Cont'd.
p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public hearing thereon.
I(See Resolution No. 2143).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2143, entitled:
II,' A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND ABANDON
A PORTION OF AN ALLEY WHICH RUNS NORTH AND SOUTH BETWEEN LOT 27, BLOCK 23, RIVERSIDE
PARK ADDITION, AND LOT 12, BLOCK 22, STILLMAN AND BUCHANAN ADDITION, BEGINNING AT
LINCOLN AVENUE AND EXTENDING NORTH TO THE NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF THE DESCRIBED LOTS,
ALL IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Winder, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Corley - total 1.
There was then presented a petition from Roger P. Gould, et al., representing
;!themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon that portion of "J" Street
.0
ibetween North Fillmore Street and North Taylor Street, and running parallel to "K"
I�Street on the North and "I" Street on the South, said property being bounded on the
' !,!North by Block 5 and on the South by Block 12, Hollenberg Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon said street. Upon
motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, Monday, April 29, 1957 at 8:00
o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public hearing
thereon. (See Resolution No. 2144).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2144, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON
A PETITION TO VACATE AND ABANDON THAT PART OF J STREET BETWEEN NORTH FILLMORE STREET
((IAND
NORTH TAYLOR STREET BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY BLOCK 5 AND ON THE SOUTH BY BLOCK 12
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�IOF
THE HOLLENBERG ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
ijwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
I,IIAlderman
Evans, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
I�Hood,
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Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
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Corley —total 1.
There was then presented a petition from Theo D. Abeles, Jr., for a permit to
erect a metal canopy to the east and west side of the building located on the southwest
corner of 12th and Park Streets, said building to be used as a drive -in Washateria.
Said petition carried the approval of the Public Works Committee and upon motion of
Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, was granted.
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There was then presented a petition from a number of residents in the City
the Mayor to bring before the City Council at the earliest possible date a
!!proposed
!!requesting
ordinance to eliminate the free -game counters on pinball machines as a measure
to curtail the tendency to gamble on pinball machines. Upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Parris, said petition was received and filed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,495, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS GRANTING TO MIDWEST VIDEO,
�IINC.,
AND ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A PERMIT TO LOCATE, CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN, AND
I�OPERATE
A SYSTEM OF EXHIBITION OF MOTION PICTURES IN THE HOME BY ELECTRONIC MEANS IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AUTHORIZING THE USE, RIGHT, PRIVILEGE, POWER AND
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TO CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN, OPERATE AND REMOVE, IN, OVER AND ACROSS THE STREETS,
IAVENUES,
PARKWAYS AND PUBLIC PLACES THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT FOR THE OPERATION OF THE
April 8, 1957 - Cont'd.
SAID SYSTEM IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION THEREOF
AND PERMIT FEES FOR SAID OPERATION;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with said ,ordinance was
a communication from James H. McClellan, Attorney, making application for a francise
or permit for Midwest Video, Inc., and naming the President as Mr. C. E. Palmer of
Texarkana, Arkansas, and Mr. G. R. Morrell as Manager, with local offices at 323 Pyramid,
Life Building. By unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of
Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present,
being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,
Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 8; Noes - Parris - total 1;
Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed and said
communication received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,496, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS GRANTING TO ROWLEY UNITED
THEATRES, INC., AND ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A PERMIT TO LOCATE, CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN
AND OPERATE A SYSTEM OF EXHIBITION OF MOTION PICTURES IN THE HOME BY ELECTRONIC MEANS
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AUTHORIZING THE USE, RIGHT, PRIVILEGE, POWER AND
AUTHORITY TO CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN, OPERATE AND REMOVE, IN, OVER AND ACROSS THE STREETS,
AVENUES, PARKWAYS AND PUBLIC PLACES THE NECESSARY EQUIPMENT FOR THE OPERATION OF THE
SAID SYSTEM IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR THE REGULATION THEREOF
AND PERMIT FEES FOR SAID OPERATION;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the ,
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 8;
Noes - Parris - total 1; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,497, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE RECEIVING AND SALE OF OTHER- SOURCE RAW -TO -PLANT
MILK; OTHER - SOURCE GRADE "A" PASTEURIZED MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS; DEFINING OTHER - SOURCE
RAW -TO -PLANT MILK, OTHER - SOURCE GRADE "A" PASTEURIZED MILK AND MILK PRODUCTS ETC.;
REQUIRING WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION TO RECEIVE OR SELL OTHER- SOURCE MILK; PROVIDING
INSPECTION FEES FOR OTHER- SOURCE MILK; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION, DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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April 81 1957 - Conttd.
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
Corley - total 1.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Police Depart-
ment for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Winder, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Fire Department
for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman
(Hood, was received and filed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,481
CHANGING THE NUMBER OF SERGEANTS IN SECTION 14 IN THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT,
FROM TWENTY -THREE (23) SERGEANTS TO THIRTY -TWO (32) SERGEANTS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, and upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Parris, was referred to the Safety Committee.
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,498, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF 2,700.00 TO PAY FRED ROGERS AND COMPANY
FOR AUDITING THE BOOKS AND RECORDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1956; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
by unanimous vote of
the
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
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�Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
than two - thirds of
the
The emergency section, being Section 7 of Ordinance No. 10,497 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
,411
Loy,
iHood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
Corley - total 1.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Police Depart-
ment for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Winder, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Fire Department
for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman
(Hood, was received and filed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,481
CHANGING THE NUMBER OF SERGEANTS IN SECTION 14 IN THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT,
FROM TWENTY -THREE (23) SERGEANTS TO THIRTY -TWO (32) SERGEANTS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, and upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Parris, was referred to the Safety Committee.
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,498, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF 2,700.00 TO PAY FRED ROGERS AND COMPANY
FOR AUDITING THE BOOKS AND RECORDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1956; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
which ordinance was read the first time; and
by unanimous vote of
the
members of the
;o,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,499, entitled:
I
Council present, being nine in number and more
than two - thirds of
the
members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman
Loy,
the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second
time; and by unanimous
vote of the members
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number
and more than two - thirds
of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
(Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,499, entitled:
I
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; $28.50
1
iFROM THE PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
lwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
jCouncil present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
(Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
I
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
April 8, 1957 - Cont'd.
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. -Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.I
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,500, entitled:
,
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED, EIGHTY -SEVEN DOLLARS AND
TWENTY -EIGHT CENTS TO PAY FOR FORTY THOUSAND AUTO LICENSE RECEIPTS FOR THE CITY
COLLECTOR'S OFFICE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PURCHASED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRO-
VISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,399, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,501, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE REPAIR PARTS TO X- 120, ":TL20 - LORAINE DRAG LINE,FOR
USE OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED FOUR
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($400.00); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
I
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1., Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,502, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) DUMP TRUCK FOR USE IN THE STREET
DEPARTMENT, WITH TRADE -IN OF ONE (1) 1948 CHEVROLET DUMP TRUCK X -154, AT A COST NOT
TO EXCEED SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($7,000); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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April 8A 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,503, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
(ADVERTISE,
TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) AUTOMOBILE WITH A TRADE -IN OF X -24,
A 1949 FORD, FOR USE OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWELVE HUNDRED
DOLLARS (1200.00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Ijwhich
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
j
(Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
�ICouncil-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
isuspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
(were
i
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes
i
- Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,504, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
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ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR THE REPAIR OF ONE D -6 CATERPILLAR TRACTOR, AND APPROPRIATING
THE SUM OF TWELVE HUNDRED ($1,200.00) DOLLARS OUT OF THE GENERAL FUND, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
�t'Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
I
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
iwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
(!Noes
- none; Absent - Corley - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Alderman Griffey then presented a communication addressed to the Finance
i
(Committee from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director of the Little Rock Planning Com-
�I
(mission, in which he stated that the Planning Commission was proceeding with'the
lipreparation
of planning data and exhibits in regard to the appeal by the City of the
i, decision of the County Judge on the rejection on February 5, 1957 of the proposed
!annexation of approximately 35.1 square miles to the City of Little Rock, and were
�Ilooking
forward to cooperating with the City's legal representatives in developing and
presenting the City's case. (See Council Minutes February 11, 1957). Alderman Griffey,
lChairman of the Finance Committee stated that the Chamber of Commerce had offered the
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jassistance of their legal staff on the case, and moved, seconded by Alderman Reid, that
ithe City accept this offer and that the City Attorney work with the Chamber of Commerce
(staff in the preparation of the suit to be presented in Circuit Court, which motion was
'adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council.
Alderman Winder was excused.
City Attorney 0. D. Longstreth, Jr., then brought to the attention of the
members of the Council that the present contract with the University of Arkansas on the
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care of indigent sick persons who are admitted to the University Hospital would expire
�
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April 8, 1957 - Cont'd.
on July 1, 1957• He stated that due to the passage of Act 568 of 1957, effective July
1, 1957, the City would be required to pay their pro -rata share of medical services,
including hospitalization, clinic and emergency services at the new Medical Center and
that medical service cost in any month in excess of quotas would be charged to the City,
thus probably costing the City an excessive increase in money over the present $3,000.00
monthly payment for that service. He further stated that a number of persons were
(taking advantage of the facilities who had relatives financially able to pay for their
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care and that some arrangement should be worked out whereby a screening of applicants
would be made to determine if they were eligible for aid before a new contract was
entered into by the City. Alderman Loy then moved, seconded by Alderman Evans, that
Griffey, Chairman the Finance Committee, Dr. Mason
;Alderman of and G. Lawson, City
Health Officer, meet with the proper State officials in regard to the matter and that
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they make a report back to the City Council at the next regular meeting, which motion
was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council.
Alderman Loy then moved, seconded by Alderman Hood, that the Finance Committee
be authorized to make a study of the possibility of a Lease of the City Hospital
prop-erty
to the University of Arkansas for use by their new Graduate Institute of Technology,
'
and to report the results back to the City Council at the next regular meeting, which
motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the Council.
Mayor Mann then stated that he had been advised by City Attorney 0. D.
I
ILongstreth, Jr., that the Arkansas National Guard was interested in the use of the
City Hospital property and grounds for an Armory if an agreement could be worked out,
or they would build an Armory if the City had any other land available. He then
lappointed a Committee of Aldermen E. B. Miller, Harold H. Reid and Fred W. Parris to
investigate the matter and make a report to the Council on same.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,505, entitled:
I
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 CHANGING THE NAME OF
PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATOR TO DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATION, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY
i
THEREFORE, AT RANGE 54 WHICH Is $355.00 TO $375.00 PER MONTH, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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i
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
I
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
;were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
(vote taken the Shall the Ordinance Pass, the being
upon question, result as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Hood and Evans - total 5; Noes - Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 3; Absent - Corley and Winder - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented a memorandum addressed to Mr. Coy Adams, Civil Service
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Director, as follows: "No vacancies occurring in City positions paid from the General
Fund shall be filled without approval of the Finance Committee "; and signed: "Floyd B.
Peek, For the Finance Committee ". Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Parris, said memorandum was received and filed.
There was then presented a claim for damages from Marvin L. Gwin in the amount
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of $23.05 for replacement of a windshield in his car resulting from a rock being thrown
—
y an air hammer being operated by the Little Rock Street Department and striking his
April 8, 1957 - Cont'd.
windshield, which carried the following
recommendation: "Disapproved by Finance
Committee 4- 8 -57 ". Upon motion of
Alderman
Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the
recommendation of the Finance Committee
was
adopted and said claim denied.
III
There was then presented
a communication
from the City Attorney's office
in
regard to damage to a City car driven
by an
employee of the Health Department by a
Black & White Cab, stating that the
Black &
White Cab Company requested that
they be
permitted to repair the City car in their shop, which communication carried
the follow-
ing recommendation: "Approved by Finance Committee, 4- 8 -57 ". Upon motion of
Alderman
i
Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris,
the
recommendation of the Finance Committee
was
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adopted.
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There was then presented
a Notice
from the Board of Public Affairs
of its
I�
intention to purchase and make payment
for,
various items for various departments,
each)
amounting to less than $300.00, which
purchases
and payments, upon motion of
Alderman
Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, were approved.
Mr. W. K.Amo, Director of
the
Parks
and Recreation Department then
extended
an invitation to all elected officials,
department
heads and the members of
the Board
I`
of Public Affairs to the official
opening of
the Rebsamen Park Golf Clubhouse
on
Thursday afternoon, March 11, 1957
at 5:30
p.m.
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The following bills and payrolls
for
the month of March, 1957 having been
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approved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs,
were
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then allowed and ordered paid by the following
vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,
Loy, Hood,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total
8;
Noes - none; Absent - Corley and
Winder
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total 2.
PAYROLLS:
10,101.87
186.61
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74,566.98
161.04
10,015.01
f
250.51
73,827.51
BILLS:
Addressograph - Multigraph Corp.
1
65
Adkins - Phelps Seed Cc (2)
67
98
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co (2)
13
95
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc
41
62
Allsopp & Chapple
4
64
Alman Company, Sol
14
00
Ambort & Sons, Leo
35
00
American Cyanamid Co
353
00
American- LaFrance Corp.
97
73
Archer Drug Cc
26
37
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Arkansas Baptist Hospital (3)
26
55
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
425
40
Arkansas Chemical & Supply Co
45
29
Arkansas Democrat Cc
28
38
Arkansas Electric Cc
44
12
Arkansas Equipment Cc (2)
663
01
Arkansas Foundry Co
20
02
Arkansas Foundry Co
367
14
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (3)
331
46
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
118
73
Arkansas Globe Chemical Co (2)
41
71
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
1,279
21
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Cc
250
39
Arkansas Paper Cc
10
81
Arkansas Power & Light Cc (2)3,212
89
Arkansas Power & Light Co
79
88
Arkansas State Revenue Dept (2)
36
36
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
61
38
Arkansas Women's State Golf Assn
10
00
Arkansas Stationery & Furn.Co
9
34
Armour & Company
87
36
Assn Official Agri.Chemists
7
50
Automotive Supply Cc
9
26
Bale Chevrolet Co (2)
44
04
Bale Chevrolet Co
26
12
Ballard, Burton
15
00
Banner Rug & Mattress Co
30
25
Berg & Son Machine Shop
5
00
i
�
II
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
64
56
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
4,120
85
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Seru(2)
34
50
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
18
50
Brooks, Joseph, Asst.City Atty
33
65
Burnside & Company, Art
21
91
Callaghan & Company
30
00
Camera Center, The
2
96
Capital Cycle Cc (2)
59
54
Capitol Glass Co
32
67
Capital Welding Supply Cc
6
03
Capital Welding Supply Co
25
74
Caple Tractor Co., Gus (2)
15
86
Carlton Wholesale Radio,Iric
7
82
Carol Printing Corp
24
18
Cash Wholesale Cc
16
32
Central Surgical Co
61
00
Chicago,Rock Is.& Pacific R.R.
907
92
Choctaw, Inc
15
69
Choctaw, Inc
1,525
91
II
Clark Equipment Cc
36
Coger Warehouse, W.B.
251
01
Colonial Baking Cc
41
75
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(4)
187
73
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
99
40
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
8
73
Crane Company (4)
64
80
Crow - Burlingame Co (2)
14
37
- Burlingame Cc
62
59
Daily Legislative Digest (2)
225
00
IICrow
Dailey's United Supply Cc (2)
52
63
Darragh Company
45
60
Dayton Tire Sales (3)
78
99
Democrat Printing & Litho.(6)
137
66
Aril 8,i957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
%Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
2
94
Difco Laboratories
20
37
Desoto Hardware Co (3) 66
49
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
86
00
Dixie Equipment Co
63
Duncan Parking Meter Corp
6,675
26
D -X Sunray Oil Co (3)4,013
46
D -X Sunray Oil Co
234
34
Electric Motor Service Cc
13
74
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard(2)
153
61
Enterprise Lumber Cc
48
29
Enterprise Lumber Co
28
96
Esso Standard Oil Cc
35
04
Esso Standard Oil Co
4
06
Euclid - Arkansas, Inc
1,338
10
Fagan Electric Cc (2)
375
06
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print (2)
53
45
Finch Janitor Supply,Carl (6)
221
54
Finch Janitor Supply,Carl
168
92
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
16
01
555, Inc
50
11
555, Inc
13
14
555, Inc
7
LF1E
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (5)
170
89
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
42
45
Fowler, Dr. J. M.
25
00
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co(4)
70
09
Franklin Paint &. Wallpaper Co
56
88
Gay, E. V.
30
05
Gazette Publishing Cc (2)
21
62
General American Life Ins.Co (2)1,389
49
Goodrich Company, B. F. (2)
241
57
Gordon, A. L.
22
07
Guthridge Metal Products,Gene
26
37
Hackett Seed Store (2)
12
21
Hackman Paint & Supply Co
34
32
Hammer, Mrs. Bill
15
00
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam(3)
33
84
Hart, Ann
82
50
Hartenstein Elevator Co
45
00
Hatley, Wm. J.
21
07
Healey & Roth, Inc
10
00
Hickerson, R. T., Inc
55
08
Hickey, Dr. Joseph P.
45
00
Hollis & Company
3
99
Hollis & Company
102
09
Hollis Insurance Agency
89
75
Home Ice Company
33
99
Entenmann & Son, Carl
43
75
Independent Linen Service (4)
44
29
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
31
64
International Harvester Co
21
12
International Harvester Co
5
62
Jordan Printing & Stat. Co
699
72
Jungkind Company (2)
13
19
Kaufman Lumber Co
108
15
Kem -Tox Corpation, The
298
19
Keyes -Davis Company, The
311
58
Kilbury, M.J.,Jr., M.D.
5
00
Krebs Bros. Supply Co
7
66
Lederle Laboratories
89
00
Lion Oil Company
8
51
Lion Oil Company
894
06
Little Rock Blue Print Co
1
63
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,539
15
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
23
40
Little Rock Paper Cc (13)
736
43
Little Rock Paper Co
11
06
Little Rock Road Machinery Co
377
90
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
23
18
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
20
29
Little Rock Welding Co
49
50
Longstreth, Jr.,O.D.,City Atty
94
50
McRae, J.E.
25
00
Machin,Percy.H.,City Clk -NLR
11
25
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
6
05
Meyer - Blanke Cc
36
08
Meyer Bros. Drug Co. of Ark.
41
64
Meyer's Bakery
8
40
Miller Meters, Inc
9
41
Mohawk Tire Co (4)
66
37
Mohawk Tire Co
6
30
Monroe Calculating Machine Cc
20
00
Montgomery Ward & Co
7
17
National Builders Supply
82
98
National Safety Council
25
00
Neely, Gladys L.
15
00
Nelson Company, N.O. (5)
130
85
Nelson Company, N.O.
2
37
Newbill,Johnson & Ward,Drs.
50
00
New York Life Ins. Co
620
15
Noble, Floyd
733
88
Paragon Printing Cc
45
32
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co
10
30
Parkin Printing & Stat. Co
387
28
Pattee Printing Co., Fred (2)
86
83
Peevy, Lorhea
25
00
Penney Company, J.C.
18
64
Pitney- Bowes, Inc
27
61
Polk & Company, R. W.
20
00
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark.
30
00
Railway Express Agency
2
06
Ramsey Top Shop
10
50
Ramsey Top Shop
35
98
Rand's, Inc (2)
12
84
Rebsamen & East, Inc
250
00
Rebsamen Motors (5)
2,314
84
Rhinehart,Norton & Regnier,Drs.
17
50
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
167
97
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
17
72
poc -Arc Water Co
15
69'
Rogers & Company, Fred
2,700
00
'Brian, W. Ross
7
00
Royal Typewriter Co (4)
690
34
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
17
88
Russell, Mrs. Martha
7
50
Safeway Store #118
79
89
St.Vincent Infirmary
70
00
Schmand, Mrs. Ethel,Treas.
300
00
Security Insurance Cc
24
61
Sediment Testing Supply Co
55
46
Sherwin - Williams Co
1
71
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs.
14
00
Smith, James L., M.D.
15
00
Southern Equipment Co
41
41
Southern Machine & Iron Works
6
98
Southern Radio Supply
44
50
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co (2)
3,263
74
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Sparks Agency, D. A.
6
33
Standard Equipment & Supply
1,998
00
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
State Chemical Co
19
18
Stebbins & Roberts,Inc (2)
71
58
Steiert & Son, A.
327
50
Stover & Company, Wm. T. (3)
118
01
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo. S. (2)
73
71
Swafford Recap.Co., Geo.S.
127
71
Taylor Instrument Co
28
45
Texas Company, The
6
68
Tennessee Valley Elec.Supply
11
38
Thompson - Hayward Chemical Co
66
85
Townsend, Dale
34
00
Treadway Electric Co (4)
174
99
University Hospital
3,000
00
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co (4)
115
89
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
65
86
Wallace, Mrs. Hazel
168
00
Warren, Hansel A.
27
46
Welders Supply Co
7
22
Western Union Telegraph Co(2)
8
16
Wiseman, E.E.
527
85
Wright, Lorene
7
50
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G. 500 00
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Southland Building Products 28 50
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, April 29, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: 'V O
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
April 29, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock.met in regular session with Mayor
Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following Aldermen present:
Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10;
Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman Fred W. Parris.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans.
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There was then presented a Resolution adopted on April 29, 1957 by the Board
of Commissioners of the Little Rock Municipal Water Works, entitled: "A RESOLUTION
(AWARDING $9,585,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS (SERIES 1956) OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL "; which resolution, upon motion
of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, was approved and received and filed.
(See Resolution No. 2145).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2145, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING $9,585,000 WATER REVENUE BONDS (SERIES 1956) OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND DIRECTING THE AUTHENTICATION AND DELIVERY OF SAID
BONDS:
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderma
Griffey, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2146, entitled:
A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR REDEMPTION ALL OF THE OUTSTANDING WATERWORKS IMPROVE-
REVENUE BONDS OF 1952 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FIXING THE FORM OF THE
NOTICE OF REDEMPTION AND PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION AND FILING OF SUCH NOTICE;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alde
Hollis, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then returned to the Council Ordinance No. 10,505, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 CHANGING THE NAME OF PUBLIC HEALTH
TOR TO DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC HEALTH EDUCATION, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY THEREFORE, AT
NGE 54 WHICH IS $355.00 TO $375.00 PER MONTH. AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; which ordinance
s passed on April 8, 1957 by the City Council and vetoed by the Mayor on April 11,
1957; together with the veto message of the Mayor as follows:
"April 11, 1957
To the Members of the City Council
City Hall
Little Rock, Arkansas
Subject: Veto of Ordinance No.10,505
Gentlemen:
Ordinance No. 10,505 is being vetoed as a matter of principal
without any consideration as to individuals involved. For a
considerable period of time it has been a matter of common knowledge
that the salary level of municipal employees is rather low compared
to similar positions, not only in industry in Little Rock but as
compared to the salary levels of municipalities of cities of approx-
imate size throughout the United States.
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
Likewise for a considerable period of time, it has been the request
of the Administration that proper consideration be given and adequate
studies be made which would result in proper legislation on behalf
of the Council which would make it possible to raise the salary level
to a more reasonable basis in comparison with that in industry locally
and municipalities of equal size throughout the country.
Furthermore in view of the above facts, it would be to the best
interest to the public to discontinue the granting of individual
raises to employees without the possibility of greatly disturbing the
efficiency and morale of the entire personnel throughout the City.
I. therefore, in the best interest of the public veto Ordinance No.
10,505.
Very truly yours,
Woodrow W. Mann
Mayor"
Filed in connection with the ordinance was a communication from the Pulaski County
Dental Society requesting the City Council to grant the increase in salary to Mrs.
Catherine Hidy, Public Health Educator, in recognition of her program in the field of
public health education in the City of Little Rock: Dr. Maurice Friedman of the Dental
Society and representatives of other groups being in attendance also spoke in her behalf.
Alderman Griffey, Chairman of the City Council Finance Committee then stated that the
City at this time was not financially in position to grant salary raises that had been
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requested from various City employees and that until such time that the Revenues would
warrant salary increases it was the recommendation of the Finance Committee that this
increase be denied at this time with the pledge that it would be considered in the
budget for 1958. Alderman Hood moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that the Mayor's
veto be over - ridden. Roll call was then had on this motion with the following result:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood and Evans - total 6; Noes - Winder, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 4: Absent - none. Whereupon, said motion failing to receive
the necessary two - thirds vote of the Council - elect, the veto was declared sustained.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,506, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING THE EAST SIDE OF VANCE STREET SOUTH OF 24TH STREET
BEING LOTS ONE (1) THROUGH FIVE (5), BLOCK THIRTY -EIGHT (38), BRAGG'S SECOND ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK. ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES:
which ordinance was read the first time. Said ordinance carried the approval of the
Little Rock Planning Commission and it was stated that notice had been published noti-
fying all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and place on the
proposed rezoning. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion
of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, and by unanimous vote of the members of
the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, sec -
Alderman
onded by /Hood, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,507, entitled:
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April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY ALONG THE U. S. HIGHWAY #67 -70 AND HAYES
STREET BEING ALL THAT PROPERTY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY THE NORTH LINE OF BLOCK ONE (1),
REQUA'S SUBURBAN PARK ADDITION; ON THE EAST AND SOUTH BY PRESENT CITY LIMITS; ON THE
WEST BY THE EAST LINE OF MEADOWCLIFF AND THE PRESENT CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK. ARKANSAS, EXCEPT THAT LAND ADJACENT TO AND WEST OF U. S. HIGHWAY #67 -70 LOCATED
BETWEEN THE NORTH LINE OF THE SE4 NE4 SE4 SECTION 24, T -1 -N, R -13 -W AND STATE HIGHWAY
#5; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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ordinance was read the first time. Said ordinance carried the approval of the
Little Rock Planning Commission and it was stated that notice had been published noti-
fying all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and place on the
proposed rezoning. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion
of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, and by unanimous vote of the members of
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the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than
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two- thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded
by Alderman Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
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(last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
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the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
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IGriffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
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There was again presented the petition from V. A. Coco and Mrs. V. A. (Yola)
Coco, representing themselves to be the owners of all lands abutting upon a 12 foot
alley which runs north and south between Lot 27, Block 23, Riverside Park Addition, and
Lot 12, Block 22 of Stillman and Buchanan Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
said alley beginning at Lincoln Avenue and extending north to the north boundary line
,of the above described lots, asking the City to close and vacate said alley, on which
11petition public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2143 for this date and time. It
l,lwas
stated that notice had been published on April 13, 1957 and April 20, 1957, advising
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interested persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing on the matter
Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Parris, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,508).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,508, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CLOSING THAT PORTION OF AN ALLEY RUNNING NORTH AND SOUTH BETWEEN
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LOT 27, BLOCK 23, RIVERSIDE PARK ADDITION AND LOT 12, BLOCK 22, OF STILLMAN AND BUCHANANI
(ADDITION, BEGINNING AT LINCOLN AVENUE AND EXTENDING NORTH TO NORTH BOUNDARY LINE OF
SAID LOTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
�imembers
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
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(members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass the result It being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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(passed.
id.
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(April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was again presented the petition from Roger P. Gould, at al., represent-
sing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon that portion of "J "Street
between North Fillmore Street and North Taylor Street, and running parallel to "K"
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Street on the North and "I" Street on the South, said property being bounded by Block 5
on the North and on the South by Block 12, Hollenberg Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon that portion of said
street, on which petition public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2144 for this
date and place. It was stated that notice had been published on April 13, 1957 and
April 20, 1957 advising all persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing
on the matter. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of
Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, said petition was granted.. (See Ordinance
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No. 10,509).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,509, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CLOSING A PORTION OF J STREET;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
(Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller , Hollis , Loy, Corley, Hood , Winder , Evans , Griffe Y, Reid and
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(Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare -
passed.
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There was then presented a petition from the First National Bank for an amend-
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ment to Ordinance No. 7888 (Building Code) to permit the remodeling and construction of
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an addition to a frame building now being used as a duplex unit on property located at
212 -214 State Street, being Lot 9 and the South 19 feet of Lot 10, Block 141, Original
(City of Little Rock, Arkansas, said property being located in Fire Zone 2, in order to
lease the premises to General Life Insurance Company of Arkansas for commercial use.
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Attached to said petition was a survey and plot plan of the property and blue print of
the proposed new addition. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy,
said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,510).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,510, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARAGRAPH 8, TYPE V, PARAGRAPH A OF SECTION 1603 OF
ORDINANCE NO. 7888 AS SAME AFFECTS COMMERCIAL USE OF A FRAME BUILDING LOCATED AT 212-
214 STATE STREET; AUTHORIZING OCCUPANCY OF SAID FRAME BUILDING IN FIRE ZONE 2 FOR
COMMERCIAL USE WITH THE ADDITION OF A ONE -STORY ROOM CONSTRUCTED OF CONCRETE BLOCK
EXTERIOR WALLS, SHEET ROCK INTERIOR WALLS AND OF CONCRETE SLAB FLOOR; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
I�Council-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
!of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
(the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
IIAyes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
�ltotal 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
IIThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,511, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO WAIVER ORDINANCE NO. 3939 ALLOWING FILMORE, PIERCE AND GRANT
STREETS BETWEEN KAVANAUGH AND "R" STREETS TO BE WIDENED A DISTANCE OF FIVE AND ONE -HALF
FEET (52) ON EACH SIDE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
ltotal
10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented a petition from Scimitar Temple for a waiver of yard
space regulations to permit the construction of an addition of a two story, metal clad
(!building
16 feet by 40 feet to be used for storage space. Upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Hood; said petition was granted.
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There was then presented a petition from Harvey Walthall, Sr., for a waiver of
side yard space regulations to permit the construction of a carport to his residence at
103 West 21st Street said carport to be eight feet wide and 4 , P g approximately eighteen
Iilfeet
long and attached to his residence. Upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by
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Alderman Griffey, said petition was granted.
There was then presented a petition from Mrs. A. M. Gordon for a waiver of
!!zoning
regulations to permit the construction of an addition approximately 10 feet by
12 feet, to be extended from the dining room on a duplex on her property located at
X1311
South Martin Street. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
�lsaid
petition was granted and the City Engineer instructed to issue permit for same.
There was then presented a petition from The Diocese of Arkansas for permissio
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to install two church signs, one on the west side of Broadway at 16th Street and one at
iilthe
Service entrance to the Cathedral offices on their property on West 16th Street,
Il;which
i
petition, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Miller, was grants(
There was then presented a petition from Croft Rental Company for a curb cut o
I
'30
feet at 2721 Arch Street. Attached to said petition was a communication from the
(,Arkansas
State Highway Department directed to Mr. Roy Nelson,and Captain L. V. Wither-
spoon of the Traffic Division of Little Rock, relative to requirements to be complied
i
with in connecting a driveway to the pavement of U. S. Highway No. 167 at 2725 Arch
lStreet.
Said petition carried the approval of the City Engineer, Captain Witherspoon
Island
members of the Safety Committee and Public Works Committee as approved by the State
I
(Highway
Department, and upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Evans, was
granted as approved.
There was then presented a petition from Mercury Motors for a curb cut of 17
(feet
at 308 Sherman Street, which petition, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
IIAlderman
Loy, was granted.
i
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a petition from R. F. Nuckolls for a curb cut of 8
feet at Esso Standard Oil Service Station at 12th and Oak Streets, which petition, upon
motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, was granted.
'
There was then presented a copy of a Proclamation issued by Mayor Woodrow W.
Mann and dated the 11th day of April, 1957, calling a Special election to be held on the
5th day of November, 1957, same being the date of the General election, for the purpose
of electing the seven directors constituting the initial membership of the Board of
Directors for governing the City of Little Rock under the terms and provisions of Act
j99 of 1921 of the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas, and the amendments thereto.
(City Manager Government). Upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, said Proclamation was received and filed.
In connection with the appeal to the Supreme Court of the suit brought by the
Good Government Committee against the City of Little Rock to determine the legality of
the City Manager Act 99 of 1921, and Amendments thereto, Alderman Loy then stated that
due to the death on this date of Mr. 0. D. Longstreth, Sr., Father of City Attorney
0. D. Longstreth, Jr., he would not present at this time a Resolution to request the
City Attorney to proceed immediately with the filing of the appeal, but moved, seconded
,
by Alderman Hollis, that it be processed at the earliest possible date with the assur-
ance that the City Council would appropriate the necessary costs for filing same. Filed
at this time in connection with the matter was a communication from Joseph Brooks,
Assistant City Attorney, stating among other things that it would require approximately
ninety days in which to prepare properly the material to file the briefs with the
Supreme Court. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Corley, said com-
munication was received and filed.
Alderman Evans then moved, seconded by Alderman Griffey, that Roy Beard, City
(Collector be appointed to forward flowers to the Longstreth Family on behalf of all the
(City Officials.
There was then presented a communication from the Oakland Cemetery Commission-
ers requesting the re- appointment of Mr. Walter N. Brandon, Jr., and Mr. Ray Winder to
the Oakland Cemetery Board for a term of three years, said terms to expire April, 1960.
Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said appointments were
'
approved and confirmed by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none; Present
j and Not Voting - Winder - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from Adjutant General Sherman T.
Clinger of the State of Arkansas relative to the proposed sites requested by the
National Guard on which to construct two Armories in the City of Little Rock. Attached
II
to said communication were preliminary floor plans of the two proposed Armories. Mr.
Thomas R. Burleigh, Director of the Little Rock Planning Commission, speaking for the
Committee appointed by the Mayor on April 8, 1957 to make a survey on suitable sites to
be offered for this purpose, then reported that of several sites surveyed the ones most
acceptable by the Guard were the combination of either War Memorial Park and property
owned by St. Vincent Infirmary or State Hospital property. He also stated that proper -
ty in Rebsamen Park was also considered. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
Alderman Hood, said communication was referred to the Committee, composed of Aldermen
-'
Parris, Reid and Miller.
j There were then presented communications from the French Ambassador to the
Iii
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
United States, and Mr. Sam Dickinson of the Arkansas Democrat, expressing appreciation
for copies of Resolution No. 2131 which designated the Riverfront Drive as "La Harps
Boulevard ", and also copies of the Annual Financial Report of the City of Little Rock
for 1956. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, said communicatio
were received and filed.
There was then presented a copy of a communication addressed to Mr. Herbert
Eldridge, Director of the Arkansas State Highway Department, from Earl C. Sowder. in
regard to the proposed Expressway route on the East side of the City, in which he ex-
pressed objections to Alderman Loy's opposition to the route crossing a portion of
MacArthur Park. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, said commun-
ication was received and filed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
Auditorium for the period ending March 31, 1957, which report, upon motion of Alderman
Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer
iSystem for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by
Alderman Evans, was received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,512, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND
$293.68 FROM THE PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND AND TEN DOLLARS AND FORTY
CENTS ($1010.40) TO PAY FOR SALES TAX AND LICENSE FEES FOR THE TWENTY (20) POLICE CARS
PURCHASED FOR THE USE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK'S POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,514, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF NINE HUNDRED, NINETY DOLLARS AND SIXTY-
itotal 10; Noes -
none;
Absent -
none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
II
There was
then
presented
Ordinance No. 10,513,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND AND TEN DOLLARS AND FORTY
CENTS ($1010.40) TO PAY FOR SALES TAX AND LICENSE FEES FOR THE TWENTY (20) POLICE CARS
PURCHASED FOR THE USE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK'S POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,514, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF NINE HUNDRED, NINETY DOLLARS AND SIXTY-
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
SIX CENTS ($990.66) TO BE PAID TO LEONARD ELLIS WRECKER SERVICE FOR THE TOWING AND
STORAGE OF VEHICLES PROVIDED FOR IN A CONTRACT WITH THAT FIRM, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect. upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,515, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED AND TEN DOLLARS (110.00) TO
PAY D. W. MCKINLEY AND SAINT PAUL FIRE AND MARINE COMPANY FOR ANY AND ALL DAMAGES IN-
CURRED AS A RESULT OF THE COLLISION OF SAMMIE HAMPTON WITH D. W. MCKINLEY, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote =taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis. Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,516, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE FOURTEEN (14) SIRENS FOR USE OF THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED ONE THOUSAND, NINETY
DOLLARS (1090.00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, L'oy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Alderman Hood then requested of Alderman Griffey, that a proposed ordinance to
purchase a Heater - Planer for use by the Street Department of the City of Little Rock,
which carried the approval -of the Public Works Committee and had been discussed by that
Committee with the Finance Committee prior to the City Council meeting, be presented at
this time. Alderman Griffey, Chairman of the Finance Committee, then stated that it
was the recommendation of the Finance Committee that: "The Finance Committee and Publi
r0
by Alderman Loy, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading.
As a substitute to this motion, Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Winder, moved
that the Report of the Finance Committee as previously stated be adopted and the pro-
posed ordinance re- referred to the Finance Committee, which motion was adopted by
;majority viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
�. II AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO EMPLOY
IiA REAL ESTATE APPRAISER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PURPOSE OF
APPRAISING THE LITTLE ROCK CITY HOSPITAL BUILDING WHICH WAS LEASED TO THE UNIVERSITY
OF ARKANSAS MEDICAL SCHOOL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read by title only; and upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Evans, was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,517, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND LET A CONTRACT TO RAZE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST HALF
(2) OF LOTS 23 & 24, BLOCK 3, HARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL ADDITION, WHICH ADDRESS IS 2603
EAST SEVENTH STREET, LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
'which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
i
iCouncil present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
I
iCouncil- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
i
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
�Ivote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
(total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,518, entitled:
�i AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
i
(ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ROOFING MATERIALS NECESSARY TO REPAIR THE ROOF
AT NO. 2 FIRE STATION, CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS
(500.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
(April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
i i
I
Works Committee obtain estimates from five competent contractors on the cost of opera -
tion of a Heater - Planer and the approximate cost of letting contracts for the proposed
re- surfacing of certain streets in the City to determine if it would be more practical
for the City to purchase the Heater - Planer or to let contracts for the work."
'Il
There was then presented the proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE ONE (1) HEATER PLANER FOR USE IN THE STREET
�
I
(DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY ONE THOUSAND,
i
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS (21,500.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I,liwhich proposed ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Hood then moved, seconded
by Alderman Loy, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading.
As a substitute to this motion, Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Winder, moved
that the Report of the Finance Committee as previously stated be adopted and the pro-
posed ordinance re- referred to the Finance Committee, which motion was adopted by
;majority viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
�. II AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO EMPLOY
IiA REAL ESTATE APPRAISER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PURPOSE OF
APPRAISING THE LITTLE ROCK CITY HOSPITAL BUILDING WHICH WAS LEASED TO THE UNIVERSITY
OF ARKANSAS MEDICAL SCHOOL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read by title only; and upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Evans, was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,517, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND LET A CONTRACT TO RAZE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST HALF
(2) OF LOTS 23 & 24, BLOCK 3, HARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL ADDITION, WHICH ADDRESS IS 2603
EAST SEVENTH STREET, LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
'which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
i
iCouncil present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
I
iCouncil- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
i
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
�Ivote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
(total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,518, entitled:
�i AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
i
(ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ROOFING MATERIALS NECESSARY TO REPAIR THE ROOF
AT NO. 2 FIRE STATION, CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS
(500.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
a
J
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes'- none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,519, entitled:'
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE 3,000 BALES OF HAY FOR THE ZOO, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase various items for the Police and Health Departments, and make pay-
ment to Sanford Map Company for corrections to a map for the Planning Commission, which
purchases and payment, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Evans, were
approved.
There was then presented a Report from the Budget Committee on Estimated
Revenues and Expenditures for 1957, with recommendations to the City Council and Financ
Committee for cutting the Budget as much as possible to prevent a deficit in operating
funds of the City for the balance of the year. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded
by Alderman Reid, the Report was re- referred to the Finance Committee for a meeting to
be called with the Council as a Committee of the Whole immediately after payment of all
April bills and payrolls.
The following bills and payrolls for the month of April having been approved
by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs were then
allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none.
PAYROLLS:
161.04
10,213. 1 !i
252.$1
74,523.97
161.04
10,400.41
254.34
76,065.05
BILLS:
Adkins - Phelps Seed Company
21
38
Aloe Scientific Division
105
41
American
LaFrance Corporation
364
53
Arkansas
Chemical & Supply Cc
175
51
Arkansas
Foundry Co
48
81
Arkansas
Fuel Oil Corporation
(2)
101
66
Arkansas
Globe Chemical Cc
(3)
10
34
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Cc
222
09
Arkansas
Power & Light Cc
113
17
Arkansas
State Revenue Dept
(2)
42
93
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc
American Fence Company
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
Arkansas Democrat Co (4)
Arkansas Foundry Co
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
Arkansas Power & Light Co
Arkansas State Revenue (5)
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
27 64
55 00
41 35
123 68
1,103 55
3,308 92
1,116 90
1 50
Garver, Mark G. 500 00
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc 9 92 Binswanger & Cc 14 90
1
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
fl'I
Armour & Gompariy
164
57
Armour & Company
52
50
Bale Chevrolet Cc
(5)
1,035
76
Bale Chevrolet Company
23
85
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
46
35
Besser Hardware Cc
5
94
'
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
56
47
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
4,673
85
Binswanger & Company of Tenn.
1
00
Black Diamond Paint & Varnish
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.(3)
16
26
Works
594
86
Brooks, Joseph, Asst CityAtty
36
05
Capital Steel Co
136
17
Capital Welding Supply Cc
15
88
Capitol Glass Co
12
14
Caple Tractor Co., Gus
15
04
Carlton -Bates Co
42
12
Carruthers, F. Walter, M.D.
100
00
Cash Wholesale Co (2)
40
16
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pac. R.R.
193
50
Choctaw, Inc.
934
30
Ii
Clark Equipment Cc
13
14
Coger Warehouse, W.B.
251
01
Colonial Baking Cc
49
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(7)
165
05
Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
1886
12
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc (2)
24
66
!�Cook
I
Crane Company
(3)
70
84
Crane Company
11
35
Crow- Burlingame Co
(4)
85
66
Crow - Burlingame Cc
101
52
Darragh Company
46
97
Dayton Tire Sales (4)
166
96
Dayton Tire Sales
37
95
Democrat Printing & Litho.(6)
410
02
Desoto Hardware Cc
(4)
48
19
DeSoto Hardware Co
4
12
Difco Laboratories
37
05
Dillaha Fruit Cc (2)
113
54
Dixie Marble & Tile Cc
13
00
Duncan Parking Meter Corp
3,636
21
D -X Sunray Oil Co
(3)
4,513
66
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
279
02
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
990
66
Entenmann & Son, Carl (2)
67
90
Enterprise Lumber Cc
5
05
Enterprise Lumber Cc
64
96
Esso Standard Oil Co
7
70
Fagan Air Conditioning Co
13
50
Fagan Electric Co
(3)
19
44
Fidelity Co., The (2)
57
50
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl
2
22
Fire Appliance & Safety Cc
3
50
Ili
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
(2)
5
87
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
12
36
Fischer Scientific Co
35
03
555, Inc. (2)
70
04
555, Inc.
25
92
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (5)
136
69
'
Fones Bros.Hardware Co
25
18
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper(4)
127
51
Gazette Publishing Co
(3)
143
19
General Electric Appliances
170
98
Greater Mountain Chemical Co
65
02
Hackman Paint & Supply Cc (2)
71
78
Hale, Mrs. Nedgie
60
00
Hand, John
15
25
Hartenstein Elevator Cc
22
50
Hatley, Wm. J.
14
36
J. Harry, Dr.
77
00
Henry,Ira B. & Max Howell -
IIIHayes,
Hickey, Joseph, Dr.
20
00
Guardian Jo Ann Henry
2,000
00
Hollis & Company
165
1
Hollis & Company
10
56
Independent Linen Service Cc
(5)
50
56
Industrial Towel & Uniform
j
International Harvester Co
(2)
7,426
18
Supply
31
47
i
International Harvester Co
110
52
Jordan Printing & Stat.Co
23
11
Keith Printing & Publ.Co
22
66
Kern - Limerick, Inc
25
64
I1
Keystone View Cc
14
43
Leimer & Son, Gus C. (3)
7
36
Lion Oil Co
7
42
Little Rock Adv.& Posting Cc
12
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
3,600
12
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Municipal Water Works
24
09
Little Rock Road Mach.Co
391
03
j
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
22
93
Little Rock Welding Co
17
75
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty
94
50
Lyons Machinery Cc
4
92
lMajestic
Laundry & Cleaners
9
30
May Supply Co
7
72
i
May Supply Co
26
83
Meyer Bros.Drug Co
2
38
Meyer Bros.Drug Cc
6
05
Meyer's Bakery
25
20
Mill & Mine Supply Cc
18
47
Mohawk Tire Cc (4)
99
14
I'
Mohawk Tire Co
247
23
Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc
19
30
Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc
63
61
Moses Melody Shop
20
19
iI
Motorola Com.& Electronics
63
64
Muswick Beverage Co
2
00
Nat'l Fire Protection Assoc'n
12
50
Nelson, N.O. Cc (2)
99
92
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New York Life Ins.Co
Nichols Equipment Cc
620
4
15
53
Nichols Equipment Co
Noble, Floyd
4
819
64
14
O'Neal Motors, Dutch
8
24
Paragon Printing Co
100
94
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co
(3)
235
66
Pattee Printing Co,Fred
20
86
Phillips Store for Men
198
00
Postmaster, Little Rock,Ark.
400
00
Price's Refrigeration Service
21
00
Public Personnel Assoc'n
200
00
Pulaski Implement Co
3
92
Quapaw Printing Cc
35
70
lj
Radio Clinic
10
00
Railway Express Agency
12
04
Rainwater, Truel
150
00
Ramsey Top Shop
31
70
lil
Rand's, Inc
(4)
48
74
Read,Stevenson & Dick
50
00
Rebsamen Motor Co
(2)
83
18
Reynolds Stamp Co
1
03
ii
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
326
58
Riegler & Riegler, Drs.
30
50
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
68
17
Roach Paper Cc (2)
18
24
Royal Typewriter Co
(2)
19
85
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
17
88
Safeway Store #118
35
54
St. Vincent Infirmary (2)
45
20
III
Shoemaker, Barney
25
50
Southern Radio Supply
92
2
Southland Building Products
7
05
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1, 53
28
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Sparks Agency, D.A. (3)
600
88
Standard Stationery Supply
(7)
287
14
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
ii
State Chemical Co
19
52
Stebbins & Roberts,Inc
8
13
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc.
35
85
Steinkamp's Furniture Co
230
52
I�
Stover Company, Wm.T.
18
00
Swafford Recap.Co,Geo.S.
68
60
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo.S.
82
62
Technical Products Cc
39
71
Thompson- Hayward Chemical Cc
25
13
Townsend, Dale
16
00
Treadway Electric Cc
(4)
72
52
University Hospital
3,000
00
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Cc
(5)
157
55
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
106
87
Watson, Adametz & Porter, Drs.
110
00
Welders Supply Cc
11
59
Welders Supply Co
5
67
Western Union Telegraph (2)
6
89
Wilson Insurance Agency, A.J.
10
00
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G. 500 00
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc 9 92 Binswanger & Cc 14 90
April 29, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Crane Company
9
16
Desoto Hardware Cc
15
32
Fabric Center, The
3
51
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
4
64
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
46
00
Park Hill Furniture Cc
162
23
Roach Paper Cc
7
14
Sears, Roebuck & Co
20
86
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, May 13, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
Mayor.
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
May 13, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas net in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following
Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being. so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder.
There was then presented a petition from Pauline D. Strickland, for a t
permit to use a portion of her residence at 1701 Broadway for stenographic services for
a term of one year, said permit requiring a waiver of zoning regulations. Upon motion
of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Evans, said petition was granted by viva voce
vote of the members of the Council.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons representing
themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the property affected,
asking the City to create a.sewer improvement district embracing the following property,
to -wit:
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All of Wingate, an addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
All the Northwest Quarter (NWa) Northwest Quarter (NW4) Section
One (1), Township One North (T 1 N), Range Thirteen West (R 13 W);
The South three hundred fifty feet (S 350') of the Southeast
Quarter (SE4) Southeast Quarter (SE4) Section Thirty -Five (35),
Township Two North (T 2 N), Range Thirteen West (R 13 W);
The North two hundred thirty feet (N 230') of the Southwest
Quarter (SW4) Northwest Quarter (NW4) Section One (1), Township
One North (T 1 N), Range Thirteen West (R 13 W);
All of McIntosh Addition No. 2 to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas;
May 13, 1957 - Cont'd. I!,
All of Sunset Heights -Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas except Lots One 1 Two 2 Three Four
it , P ( ), ( ), (3), (4),
Twenty -one (21), Twenty -two (22), Twenty -three (23) and Twenty-
four (24) of Block One (1), and Lots One (1), Two (2), Three
(3), Four (4), Twenty -one (21), Twenty -two (22), Twenty -three
' (23) and Twenty -four (24) of Block Four (4), all in said Sunset
Heights Addition;
All the Southeast Quarter (SE-10 Southwest Quarter (SWa) Southwest
Quarter (SW4) of Section Thirty -six (36), Township Two North
(T 2 N), Range Thirteen west (R 13 W);
for the purpose of constructing within the District, a sanitary sewer collection system
to connect with the basic sanitary sewer system of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
in the manner and of the materials that the Commissioners for the District to be here-
after appointed shall deem for the best interests of the District. Said petition was
accompanied by a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company stating that the
signers thereof did represent a majority of over two thirds in assessed value of the
owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that said petition was
filed on April 22, 1957 and that notice had been published on April 24, 1957 and May 1,
1957 notifying all interested persons to appear at this time and place for public hear-
ing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard in the premises and no
objections were filed therein. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman
,Parris, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,520).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,520, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 128 OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
;which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
;Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
Ilvote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
(Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Jack R. Tucker, et al., representing
themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon or adjacent to that portion
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of "I" Street lying between Blocks 12 and 13, Pleasant Hill Addition to the City of
(Little Rock, Arkansas, and that portion of "J" Street lying between Blocks 5 and 12,
;Pleasant Hill Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to vacate
and abandon that portion of "I" and "J" Streets lying east of the east right of way line
of McKinley Street and west of the west right of way line of Cleveland Street. Upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, Monday, May 27, 1957 at 8:00
�lO'clock
p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public hearing
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thereon. (See Resolution No. 2147).
iThere
was then presented Resolution No. 2147, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND
((ABANDON
II(13),
THAT PORTION OF "I" STREET WHICH LIES BETWEEN BLOCKS TWELVE (12) AND THIRTEEN
PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND THAT PORTION OF
jl "J" STREET WHICH LIES BETWEEN BLOCKS FIVE (5) AND TWELVE (12), PLEASANT HILL ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICE THEREOF
HAND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
May 13, 1957 - Cont'd.
(which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent
Miller - total 1.
There was then returned to the Council Ordinance No. 10,509, entitled: "AN
(ORDINANCE CLOSING A PORTION OF J STREET "; passed by the City Council on April 29, 1957
land vetoed by the Mayor on May 2, 1957, together with the veto message of the Mayor.
(Re: Petition of Roger P. Gould, et al.) Attached to said veto message was a communi-
cation from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director, in regard to petitions for closing
streets and alleys being submitted to the Planning Commission for recommendation before
being presented to the City Council, and recommending same. Upon motion of Alderman
Reid, seconded by Alderman Hollis, said veto was over - ridden by the following roll call:
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Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
(Noes
- none; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There was then returned to the Council Ordinance No. 10,517, entitled: "AN
(ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS
FOR, AND LET A CONTRACT TO RAZE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST HALF (2) OF LOTS 23 & 24,
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BLOCK 3, HARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL ADDITION, WHICH ADDRESS IS 2603 EAST SEVENTH STREET,
LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; passed by the City Council on April 29, 1957 and
(vetoed
by the Mayor on May 2, 1957, together with the veto message of the Mayor. Upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, said veto was sustained by the
following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid
and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. (See Ordinance No.
10,521).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,521, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND LET A CONTRACT TO RAZE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE EAST HALF
II(2)
OF LOTS 23 & 24, BLOCK 3, HARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL ADDITION, WHICH ADDRESS IS 2603
EAST SEVENTH STREET, LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
(suspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
I
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
iwere
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
(Noes
- none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,522, entitled:
I
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 9060 BY SUBSTITUTING THE NAME OF ROWLEY
UNITED THEATRES, INC., AS LESSEE IN LIEU OF THE NAME OF RAZORBACK DRIVE -IN COMPANY
THE PRESENT LESSEE NAMED IN SAID ORDINANCE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules were
(suspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
19 - Conttd.
II!lof the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
Ilithe Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
' were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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Ayes - Hollis Lo y, Corle y, Hood , Winder Evans Griffe y, Reid and Parris - total 9;
lNoes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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(Lease Filed Herewith).
In connection with the formation of Sewer Improvement District No. 128 by the
passage of Ordinance No. 10,520, there was then filed the Report of the Commissioners
I
of said District, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
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was approved. (See Resolution No. 2148).
IIIThere was then presented Resolution No. 2148, entitled:
II II RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 128;
Ilwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Hollis, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller -
total 1.
There was then presented a petition from Herman Carty, Contractor, for a curb
cut of ten feet at 205 State Street, which petition, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
Ilseconded by Alderman Evans, was granted.
There was then presented a petition from John T. Douglas and Roger C. Mears,
I,Jr.', for a curb set -back of approximately 110 feet, 7 inches in width, at 1800 -1806
I
�IWright Avenue, for parking purposes for D & F Drug Store and Wright Avenue Laundry and
Cleaners, which petition carried the approval of the Safety Committee, subject to the
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(approval of the Arkansas State Highway Department. Upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Winder, said petition was granted as approved by the Safety Com-
mittee.
There was then presented a petition from F. E. Finch, for a curb cut of 35 feet
at 519 West Ninth Street, which petition, upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by
Alderman Hood, was granted.
There was then presented a petition from C. M. Jackson for a curb cut of 26
feet at 1511 Wright Avenue, which petition carried the approval of the Safety Committee,
subject to the approval of the Arkansas State Highway Department. Upon motion of
Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, said petition was granted as approved by the
Safety Committee.
There was then presented a petition from Kerr McGee Oil Industries, Inc., for
curb cuts of 135 feet at Markham and Pearl Streets, which petition, upon motion of
lderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, was granted.
There was then presented a petition from Majestic Laundry and Cleaners, for a
set -back of 100 feet at 1000 West Markham Street, for parking purposes out of line
traffic. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, said petition was
' !I There was again presented the communication from Adjutant General Sherman T.
(Clinger relative to the proposed sites requested by the National Guard on which to con-
s truct two Armories in the City of Little Rock, which communication had been referred on
I
i;,April 29, 1957 to the Committee appointed by the Mayor on April 8, 1957 to investigate
11 and report on the selection of the proposed sites. Filed with said communication was a
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May 13, 1957 - Cont'd.
report by this Committee as follows:
"May 6, 1957
Mayor Woodrow Mann
and
Members of the City Council
Gentlemen:
The committee which was appointed to investigate and report
on the selection of armory sites for the use of the Arkansas
National Guard has considered all of the possible city owned
properties and held numerous conferences with the people concerned.
It is our conclusion that none of the prospective sites are
mutually acceptable except for the possibility of a site in
conjunction with the St. Vincent's Infirmary, which is still being
negotiated.
It is, therefore, the recommendation of this committee that
no further action be taken on this matter at this time.
Sincerely,
Fred W. Parris Harold Reid E. B. Miller T. R. Burleigh
s/ F.W.Parris Harold Reid Thomas R. Burleigh"
Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Winder, the Report of the Committee
was adopted and said communications received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from W. K. Amo, Superintendent of the
Parks and Recreation Department in regard to proposed acquisition of Lots 4, 5 and 6,
of Block 27, Cunningham Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, stating that the
lots are now vacant and that there is now on file with the Little Rock Planning Commis-
sion a petition to have the property rezoned from "B" Residence to "F" Commercial
District property. He further stated that if the property was rezoned and business
buildings placed on them, they could be harmful to the appearance of the entrance of
War Memorial Park at 12th and Jonesboro Streets and recommended that the City take step
to negotiate the purchase of the above said lots. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, sec-
onded by Alderman Griffey, said matter was referred to the Planning Commission with the
recommendation that the property not be rezoned to "F" Commercial District and that the
City consider the purchase of same. Alderman Hollis then moved, seconded by Alderman
Loy, that the Planning Commission refund the Zoning Fee to the petitioners requesting
the rezoning, and that a copy of this portion of the minutes be forwarded to the Little
Rock Planning Commission, which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a copy of a communication from the Mayor addressed to
Judge Arch Campbell of Pulaski County, as follows:
"May 13, 1957
Dear Judge Campbell:
In accordance with the law, a called meeting at 5:00 P.M.,
Saturday, May 11, 1957 was held in the City Hall at Little
Rock, Arkansas at which time a majority of all council members
of the cities and incorporated towns in Pulaski County were
present.
The following men were unanimously selected to serve on the
County Board of Equalization:
Mr. Karl L. Strickland, Sr.
Mr. George Lamar
Mr. Marshall E. Cole
These names are being certified to you to represent these
bodies of government on this important Board.
Very truly yours,
Woodrow W. Mann, Mayor"
Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, said appointments were
approved and the communication received and filed by the following roll call: Ayes -
Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Corley -
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- Cont'd.
total l; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Municipal Water
itWorks for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Ili Alderman Griffey, was received and filed.
IIII There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,523, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING THE POSITION OF EXECUTIVE SECRETARY IN THE OFFICE OF
THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 8100, AS
AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
ill the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy; seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
II were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
I
�! vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,5211,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE SALARY OF ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE SECRETARY IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.
8534 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
II
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
C declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,525, entitled:
II
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 9 (ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT AND STREET DEPARTMENT)
OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED, TRANSFERRING TWO ENGINEERING AIDES TO THE STREET
DEPARTMENT, ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Illwhich
ordinance was read the first time as follows: "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 9
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(ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT AND STREET DEPARTMENT) OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED,
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TRANSFERRING ONE ENGINEERING AIDE TO THE STREET DEPARTMENT, ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; and carried the approval of the Public Works Committee and the
llfollowing recommendation of the Finance Committee: "Recommend transferring both
Engineering Aides to Street Dept." Alderman Loy then moved, that the recommendation of
the Finance Committee be read and the proposed ordinance be amended on second reading
to adopt the committee report and "transfer two Engineering Aides to the Street Depart-
ment", which motion was seconded by Alderman Hollis. As a substitute to this motion,
IIAlderman
Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, moved that the rules be suspended and the
lllordinance
be placed on second reading without being amended, which motion failed to
May 13, 1957 - Cont'd.
receive the necessary two- thirds vote of the members of the Council - elect, by the
following roll call: Ayes _ Hood, Evans and Parris - total 3; Noes - Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Winder, Griffey and Reid - total 6; Absent - Miller - total 1. Roll call was
then had on the original motion to amend on second reading and transfer two Engineering.
Aides to the Street Department, with the following result: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Winder, Griffey and Reid - total 6; Noes - Hood, Evans and Parris - total 3; Absent -
Miller - total 1. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, and by
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majority viva voce vote of the members of the Council - elect, the rules were declared
suspended by the Mayor, with an opinion by Joseph C. Kemp, Assistant City Attorney that
this procedure was in order, and the ordinance was read the second time as amended.
Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans,l
IGriffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Hood - total 1; Absent - Miller - total 1.
lWhereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,526, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) AUTOMOBILE FOR USE IN THE ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT, WITH TRADE -IN OF X -111, 1949 FORD, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED ONE THOUSAND
TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($1250.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
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Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE ONE (1) HEATER PLANER FOR USE IN THE STREET
'DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY ONE THOUSAND,
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($21,500.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which proposed ordinance was read the first time on April 29, 1957 and re- referred to
the Finance Committee. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans,
and by viva voce vote of the members of the Council, said proposed ordinance was tabled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,527, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
EMPLOY A REAL ESTATE APPRAISER ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PURPOSE
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OF APPRAISING THE LITTLE ROCK CITY HOSPITAL BUILDING WHICH WAS LEASED TO THE UNIVERSITY
OF ARKANSAS MEDICAL SCHOOL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been read by title only on April 29,
11957 and placed on the calendar. By unanimous vote of the members of the Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council -
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ielect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were sus -
Ipended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of
' the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
i
the Council - elect,. upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
,vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE
OUT INSURANCE ON A SCHEDULED LIST OF PROPERTY HEREINAFTER ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE,
H SCHEDULE ALSO SETS FORTH THE VALUES TO BE PLACED ON SAID BUILDINGS, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Hollis moved that the pro-
11 posed ordinance be tabled, which motion failed to receive a second. Alderman Griffey
then moved, seconded by Alderman Reid, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance be
' iplaced on second reading, which motion failed to receive the necessary two - thirds vote
of the members of the Council -elect by the following roll call: Ayes - Loy, Corley,
(Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 6; Noes - Hollis, Hood and Evans - total 3;
Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,528, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE FOUR (4) CRIMINAL DOCKETS, MAINTAINING A ONE YEAR
SUPPLY, FIVE (5) JUDGMENT DOCKETS, AND TWO (2) JUDGE'S DOCKETS, AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED
IGHT HUNDRED DOLLARS ($800.00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
'which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
,were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
' (members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
iAye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
(follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
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Iltotal 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A STREET PROGRAM FOR 1957 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPAIRING
RESURFACING STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ch resolution was read by title only and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
Corley, was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for a meeting
be held at 4:00 o'clock p.m. on Monday, May 20, 1957 and the Board of Public Affairs
lto be advised on the number of streets agreed upon to be resurfaced in order that prep-
' 4larations may be made for taking bids on this work by June 1, 1957•
is There was then presented a claim for damages in the amount of $175.23 from
ames P. Robinson, Jr., resulting from an accident involving his car which was struck by
Police car at 10th and Center Streets, which carried the approval of the Safety and
e Committees. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, the
May 13, 1957 - Cont'd .
report of the Safety and Finance Committees was adopted and said claim approved.
There was then presented an amended Revised Budget by the Budget Committee,
which Budget, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, was approved
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as amended, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Council.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase and make payment for various items for various departments, each
amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments, upon motion of Alderman
Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, were approved.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, May 27, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST- APPROVED:
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City Clerk. Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
May 27. 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W. C. Ware and the following
,
Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 8; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman Fred W. Parris.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
There was then presented a petition from John F. Adams for reclassification of
property located at 12th and Monroe, 12th and Van Buren East, and 12th Van Buren West,
described as Lots 4, 5 and 6, Block 27, Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 26, and Lots 4, 5, 6, 7
and 8, Block 25, Cunningham Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which
petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves'
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said petition was a protest petition
signee by a large number of residents in the vicinity, objecting to the proposed re-
zoning. It was stated that notice had been published that public hearing would be held
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at this time and place and advising all interested persons to appear and they would be
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M�_27, 1957 - Cont'd.
heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman
Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said petition was re- referred to the Planning
Commission.
fl There was then presented a petition from W. 0, and Mary Ann Agee, for reclassi
fication of property located at 3618 Roosevelt Road, described as PT SW SE 8 1N 12 W,
Il.�and further described as follows:
Begin 123' East and 30' North of Southeast corner of SE4
of said Section 8; thence North 1321; thence Easterly 101
feet to a point 160 feet North of South line of said Section
8; thence South 130 feet; thence West parallel with South line
of said Section 8 to point of beginning;
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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�I which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
!II Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Phillip G. Back for reclassification
of property at the Northeast corner of Markham and Pierce Streets, described as the
North One -half of Lot 13, all of Lots 14, 15 and 16, Block 2, Strong and Waters Additio
11 to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that
of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the following report: "The
Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman.
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from the present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property,
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I which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said petition was a
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communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission, stating that the above describe
property had been incorporated by the Planning Commission in a proposal to rezone prop-
erty generally described as the South 191 feet of the East 101 feet of the West 221 fee
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of the Southeast one - fourth of Section 8, Township 1 North, Range 12 West in the City o
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Little Rock, Arkansas, from "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District
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property, and had been approved at a meeting of the Planning Commission on May 16, 1957
jIt
was stated that notice had been published stating that public hearing would be held
at this time and place and advising all interested persons to appear and they would be
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illheard.
Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. There being no protests
1presented, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the report of
lithe
Planning Commission was adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance
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No. 10,529).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,529, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING THE SOUTH ONE HUNDRED NINETY -ONE (191) FEET OF THE
EAST ONE HUNDRED ONE (101) FEET OF THE WEST TWO HUNDRED TWENTY -ONE (221) FEET OF THE
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SOUTHEAST ONE - FOURTH OF SECTION EIGHT (8), TOWNSHIP ONE (1) NORTH. RANGE TWELVE (12)
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WEST IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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�I which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
!II Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Phillip G. Back for reclassification
of property at the Northeast corner of Markham and Pierce Streets, described as the
North One -half of Lot 13, all of Lots 14, 15 and 16, Block 2, Strong and Waters Additio
11 to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that
of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the following report: "The
Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman.
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It was stated that notice had been published advising all persons interested to appear
at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring
were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris,
the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition was denied.
There was then presented a petition from Stephen Breyel for reclassification
of property at the Southwest corner of "K" Street and Kavanaugh Boulevard, described as
Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4, Block 50, Pulaski Heights Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, from the present "A" One- Family District to that of "C" Two - Family District
property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
mission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had
been published advising all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and
place and that anyone desiring to be heard to appear. Whereupon, all persons so desir-
ing were heard therein. There being no protests presented at this time, upon motion of
Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Hood, the.report of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10630).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,530, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS ONE (1), TWO (2), THREE (3), AND FOUR (4), '
BLOCK FIFTY (50), PULASKI HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none; Absent,- Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed. '
There was then presented a petition from John Collins and H. G. Galloway, by
H. R. Coffman, Agent, for reclassification of property at 1502 North Martin and 1510
North Valmar Streets, described as Lot 5, Block 1, and Lot 3, Block 2, West Rock Addition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District to that
of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the following report: "The
Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed
with said petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating
that the above described property was incorporated in a proposal by the Planning Com-
mission to rezone property generally described as Lot 3, Block 2, and Lots 1, 2, 3, 4,
5 and 10, Block 1, West Rock Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from "B"
Residence to that of "F" Commercial District property and had been recommended for
approval to rezone the entire property at a meeting on May 16, 1957. It was stated that
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notice had been published notifying all persons interested to appear at this time and
place for public hearing, and all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion ,
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the report of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,531).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,531, entitled:
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M8Y 27, 19 - Cont'd.
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOT THREE (3), BLOCK TWO (2) AND LOTS ONE (1),
TWO (2), THREE (3), FOUR (4), FIVE (5), AND TEN (10), BLOCK ONE (1), WEST ROCK ADDITION
—
'TO
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THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
)which
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
j
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules were
lisuspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
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8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Crow - Burlingame Company for reclassi-
fication of property at 4911 Asher Avenue, described as part of Section 18, Township 1
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North, Range 12 West in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the - present "F" Commer-
cial and "B" Residence Districts to that of "I" Light Industrial District property,
iwhich petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves"; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said petition was a
communication from the Planning Commission stating that the above described property
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was incorporated in a proposal by the Planning Commission to rezone property generally
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described as all that property bounded on the North by Asher Avenue, on the East by
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Remmel Addition, on the South by the City limits, on the West by the Intercity Addition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence and "F" Commercial
Districts to that of "I" Light Industrial District property, and had been recommended
for approval at their meeting on May 16, 1957• It was stated that notice had been
published notifying all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and place)
and that anyone interested in the matter would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so
desiring were heard therein. There being no protests presented, upon motion of Alderman
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted
and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,532).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,532, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING ALL THAT PROPERTY BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY ASHER
(AVENUE, ON THE EAST BY REMMEL ADDITION, ON THE SOUTH BY THE CITY LIMITS, ON THE WEST
IBY THE INTERCITY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE
�NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(!which
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(!Council
present, being eight in number and more than two-thirds-of the members of the
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Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
�Imembers
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
Ilbeing
as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
Li-
total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
4.
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was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from J. W. Cudd for reclassification of
property at 2124 Cumberland Street, being the Northwest corner of East Twenty- second
and Cumberland Streets, described as Lot 7, Block 418, Duval's Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - Family
District property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that
notice had been published that public hearing would be held at this time and place and
notifying all persons interested to appear and they would be heard thereon. Whereupon,
all persons so desiring were heard therein. There being no protests presented, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the report of the Planning Commis-
sion was adopted and said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,533).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,533, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOT SEVEN (7), BLOCK FOUR HUNDRED EIGHTEEN (418),
DUVAL'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS
AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
,
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none: Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented a petition from C. B. Fendley, for reclassification
of property on the Northwest corner of Broadway and West 25th Street, described as Lot
9 and the South One -half of Lot 10, Block 2 of E. W. Gibbs Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercia
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District property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that
notice had been published notifying all persons that public hearing would be had at this
time and place and anyone interested in the matter would be heard. Whereupon, all per-
sons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by
Alderman Hollis, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition
was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,534)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,534, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOT NINE (9) AND THE SOUTH ONE -HALF (112) OF LOT
TEN (10), BLOCK TWO (2), E. W. GIBBS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
,
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
May 27,1957 - Conttd.
i�rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
' jlfollows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
it There was then presented a petition from H. M. Franklin for reclassification
of property at the Southwest corner of Martin and "L" Streets, described as the South
IIOne-half of Lots 1, 2 and 3; North One -half of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, all in Block 1,
IHillcrest Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B"
i
Residence District to that of "J" Light Industrial District property, which petition
carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signe
by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been published that pub-
s
II lic hearing would be held at this time and place and notifying all persons interested
in the'matter to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring
(I
Ilwere heard therein. .Upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Hood, said
I, petition was re- referred to the Little Rock Planning Commission.
III There was then presented a petition from Lee R. Milam for reclassification of
I11property at the Southwest corner of Fulton and West 33rd Streets, described as Lots 11
and 12, Block 7, Woodlawn Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
present "C" Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which
petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapprove
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been published
notifying all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and place and any-
one interested in the matter would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were
heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Miller, the report
of the Little Rock Planning Commission was rejected and said petition was granted.
(See Ordinance No. 10,535).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,535, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS ELEVEN (11) AND TWELVE (12), BLOCK SEVEN (7),
IIWOODLAWN
ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420
AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
jwhich
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ordinance was read the first time: and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
iCouncil-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Miller, the rules
Ilwere
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
the
llmembers
of Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman
(Evans,
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total
I7; Noes - Parris - total 1; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said
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ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Horace L. Miller for reclassification
'
of property at the Southwest corner of Summit and Garland Streets, described as Lots 14,
i5 and 16, Block 2, Union Depot Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which peti-
I
tion carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves ";
iisigned
by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been published
May 27, 1957 - Cont'd.
notifying all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and place and for
anyone interested in the matter to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Winder, said petition was re- referred to the Little Rock Planning Commission.
There was then presented a petition from F. W. Sims for reclassification of
property at the Southwest corner•of 24th and Main Streets, described as the West 15
feet of Lot 1, all of Lot 2, and the West 69 feet of Lots 3 and 4, Anita Park Addition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that
of "D" Apartment District property, which petition carried the following report: "The
Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman.
Filed with said petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission
stating that the above described property was incorporated in a proposal by the Plannin
Commission to rezone property generally described as Lots 6, 7, 8 and 9, Block 429,
Lots 1 through 5, inclusive, Block 420, Duval's Addition; Lots 13 through 24, inclusive
subdivision of Lot 13, Rapley's Estate; Lot 3, Heistand's Subdivision; Lots 1 through
13, inclusive, Anita Park Addition; and Lot 1, Block 6, Subdivision of Lot 18, Rapley's
Estate, all in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from "C" Two - Family District to that
of "D" Apartment District, and had been recommended for approval at their meeting on
May 16, 1957 for rezoning to include the entire area. It was stated that notice had
been published notifying all persons interested in the matter to appear for public
hearing at this time and place, and all persons so desiring were heard therein. There
being no protests presented, upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman
Hollis, the report of the Little Rock Planning Commission was adopted and said petition
was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,536).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,536, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS SIX (6), SEVEN (7), EIGHT (8), AND NINE (9),
BLOCK FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY -NINE (429), LOTS ONE (1) THROUGH FIVE (5), INCLUSIVE, BLOCK
FOUR HUNDRED TWENTY (420), DUVAL'S ADDITION; LOTS THIRTEEN (13) THROUGH TWENTY -FOUR
(24) INCLUSIVE, SUBDIVISION OF LOT THIRTEEN (13), RAPLEY'S ESTATE; LOT THREE (3),
HEISTAND'S SUBDIVISION; LOTS ONE (1) THROUGH THIRTEEN (13), INCLUSIVE, ANITA PARK
ADDITION; LOT ONE (1) BLOCK SIX (6), SUBDIVISION OF LOT EIGHTEEN (18) RAPLEY'S ESTATE,
ALL IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Miller, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No-,vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Dr. John McCullough Smith for re-
classification of a triangular block of land at the intersection of Kavanaugh Boulevard
and Woodlawn Avenue, described as Block 9, Pulaski Heights Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "D" Apartment
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lhistrict property, which petition carried the following.report: "The Little Rock ill
(Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with
said petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that ill
i the above described property was incorporated in a proposal by the Planning Commission
to rezone property generally described as all of Block 9, Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 10,
Land Lot 15, Block 3, Pulaski Heights Addition to the City of Little Rock,Arkansas, from
"B" Residence District.to that of "D" Apartment District, and had been recommended for l'
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disapproval at their meeting on May 16, 1957• It was stated that notice had been pub-
lished that public hearing would be held at this time and place and for all persons it
interested in the matter to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so
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desiring were heard therein. There being no protests presented at this time, upon
I�motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the report of the Planning Com-
mission was rejected and said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,537).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,537, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING BLOCK NINE (9), PULASKI HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER
' IiIIPURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hollis
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7;
Noes - Parris - total 1; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Southern Investment Company and Mr.
and Mrs. A. H. Price, for reclassification of property between Clarkson and Crosby
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Streets from East 9th Street to the flood wall, described as Lots 6 through 19,
;inclusive, Block 34, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
the present "B" Residence District to that of "I" Light Industrial District property,
which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Dis-
approves"; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. It was stated that notice had been
published notifying all persons that public hearing would be held at this time and plat
and that anyone interested in the matter would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so
desiring were heard therein. Filed at this time was a plat of the area by residents in
the vicinity who were in attendance and favored the proposed rezoning. Upon motion of
Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Evans, said petition was re- referred to the Littl
Rock Planning Commission.
There was then returned to the Council the petition of Pauline D. Strickland
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for a temporary permit to use a portion of her residence at 1701 Broadway for steno-
ii graphic services for a term of one year, said permit requiring a waiver of zoning
regulations, which petition was granted by the City Council on May 13, 1957 and vetoed
by the Mayor on May 16, 1957, together with the veto message of the Mayor. Filed also
with the veto message was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director,
stating that granting of this petition by the City Council was a violation of Sections
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5 and 23 of Zoning Ordinance No. 5420, and Ordinance No. 9455 which requires a fee for
all petitions for amendments to the.zoning district map. Upon motion of Alderman
Hollis, seconded by Alderman Miller, said veto was over - ridden by the following roll '
call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,538, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF FEES ON ALL SUBDIVISION PLATS FILED
WITH THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION; REPEALING ORDINANCE #9124; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as '
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,538, was read and
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
There was again presented the petition from Jack R. Tucker, et al.,. asking the
City to vacate and abandon that portion of "I" and "J" Streets, described as follows:
All that portion of "I" Street lying between Blocks
Twelve (12) and Thirteen (13), Pleasant Hill Addition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and all that
portion of "J" Street lying between Blocks Five (5) and
Twelve (12), Pleasant Hill Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; said portion of "I" and "J° Streets lying
east of the east right of way line of McKinley Street and
west of the west right of way line of Cleveland Street in '
the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
on which petition public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2147 on May 13, 1957
for this date and place. It was stated that notice had been published on May 18, 1957
and May 25, 1957 advising all persons interested to appear at this time and place for
public hearing, and all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderma
Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No.10,539
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,539, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING THAT PORTION OF "I" STREET WHICH LIES
BETWEEN BLOCKS TWELVE (12) AND THIRTEEN (13), PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND THAT PORTION OF "J" STREET WHICH LIES BETWEEN BLOCKS FIVE
(5) AND TWELVE (12), PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
May 27, 1957 - Cont'd.
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
III declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,540, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS AND
ALLEYS LOCATED IN GRANITE PARK ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND RATTERREEfS ROCK
ISLAND SHOPS ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK; ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Little Rock Housing Authority - Project No. UR ARK 1 -2 - Granite Mountain);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
,Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
' !and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION PROVIDING THAT ALL PETITIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CLOSING
OF STREETS AND ALLEYS BE REFERRED TO THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION FOR ITS STUDY
AND REPORT PRIOR TO THE CONSIDERATION OF SUCH PETITIONS BY'THE CITY COUNCIL;
which proposed resolution was read in full. Filed with the proposed resolution was a
communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director, stating that at a regular
meeting of the Little Rock Planning Commission on May 16, 1957, a motion had been
adopted requesting the City Council to revise its procedure on the closing of streets
and alleys by having such petitions referred to the Planning Commission for study and
recommendation before action is taken by the City Council,in the interest of the master
street plan, physical development of the City and traffic flow patterns. Upon motion
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, said proposed resolution was tabled by
unanimous viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2149, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO PUBLISH A NOTICE OF SALE
OF 01,295,000.00 GENERAL OBLIGATION LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Resolution No. 2149 was read and, a
roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
�i There was then presented Resolution No. 2150, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A STREET PROGRAM FOR 1957 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPAIRING
AND RESURFACING STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8: Noes - none: Absent - Loy and
,
Corley - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2151, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, was adopted. by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Resolution No. 2151 was read and, a
roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey,Reid and Parris - ,total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE "HOUSING CODE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
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ROCK, ARKANSAS" FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE LITTLE ROCK CITY CLERK ON MAY 21, 1957, BY
THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING CODE COMMITTEE; WHICH CODE PRESCRIBES RULES, REGULATIONS,
MINIMUM STANDARDS, PROVISIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SAFE AND HEALTHFUL OCCUPANCY OF
DWELLINGS; AUTHORIZES THE INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS; AUTHORIZES THE CONDEMNATION OF
DWELLINGS UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION; FIXES PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS; AUTHORIZES
APPEALS THEREFROM; AND PROVIDES FOR RELATED MATTERS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read by title only. Filed with the proposed ordinance were
copies of the proposed "Housing Code" as filed in the office of the City Clerk on May
21, 1957 and it was stated that Notice was published to that effect in the Arkansas
Democrat on May 21, 1957 and the Arkansas Gazette on May 22, 1957• Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, June 24, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m. in the
Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public hearing on the proposed
ordinance. Alderman Hood then moved, seconded by Alderman Evans, that the Housing Code
Committee file additional copies of the proposed "Housing Code" in the office of the
City Clerk for each Alderman and the public generally, which motion was adopted by viva
voce vote of the Council. Mrs. A. R. Sparks, Chairman of the Housing Code Committee
being in attendance, then stated that additional copies would be prepared and filed in
the office of the City Clerk.
There was then presented the following report from the Committee appointed by
the City Council on April 8, 1957 to meet with the proper State and County officials
regarding Little Rock's compliance with State Act No. 568 of the 1957 General Assembly
pertaining to the care of indigent patients by the University Medical Center beginning
July 1, 1957:
"City of Little Rock
May 24, 1957
TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND
MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
Gentlemen:
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On April 8, 1957 the City Council in regular session requested that
Dr. Mason G. Lawson and I meet with the proper State Officials re-
garding Little Rock's responsibility in complying with State Act
No. 568 of the 1957 . General Assembly pertaining to the care of
indigent patients by the University Medical Center and make a report
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of our findings back to the Council.
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May 27, 1957 - Cont'd.
Since that time we have met with University Medical Center Officials,
State Welfare Department Officials, Mayor Perry of North Little Rock,
and County Judge Arch Campbell. As a result of these meetings, we
have prepared a Joint Resolution with Mayor Perry and Judge Campbell
establishing a Medical Control Office.
It is our recommendation that the Mayor and City Council adopt this
Joint Resolution. We further recommend that the Mayor retain this
Joint Resolution after its adoption by the Council until such time
that the City Council of North Little Rock adopts their Joint Reso-
lution so that both may be presented to Judge Campbell the same date.
5/27/57
Approved by
Finance Com.
James A. Griffey
Ray Winder
Harold H. Reid
James A. Griffey
Chairman of Finance
Dr. Mason G. Lawson
City Health Officer "
Filed with the report was the Joint Resolution as approved by this Committee, Mayor
Perry and Judge Campbell, to establish a Medical Control Office for Pulaski County, and
to be signed by the Mayors and City Clerks of Little Rock and North Little Rock, and
County Judge and County Clerk of Pulaski County, Arkansas. Upon motion of Alderman
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said Joint Resolution was adopted by unanimous
viva voce vote of the Council, and report received and filed. (See Miscellaneous Folder
No. 436).
In connection with the above report and Joint Resolution, there was then pre-
sented the following Recommendation to the City Council by this Committee:
"City of Little Rock
May 27, 1957
TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND
MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
R E C O M M E N D A T I O N
We hereby agree and request that Mr. John Jernigan, Deputy Prosecuting
Attorney for Pulaski County; Mr. Joe Kemp, Assistant City Attorney for
the City of Little Rock; and Mr. Reed W. Thompson, City Attorney for
the City of North Little Rock, proceed immediately to go through the
proper legal channels to test the legality and constitutionality of
Act No. 568 of the 1957 General Assembly of the.State of Arkansas.
It is further recommended and requested that the attorneys request the
Arkansas State Supreme Court to take this Act under advisement immedi-
ately in order that a decision of the legality and constitutionality
of Act No. 568 may be determined before the Court takes its summer
recess.
The Mayor is hereby requested to forward a copy of this Joint Resolution
to Messrs. Jernigan, Kemp, and Thompson.
James A. Griffey,
Chairman of Finance
Committee, Little Rock'
Dr. Mason G. Lawson,
City Health Officer
Little Rock, Arkansas"
Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said recommendation was
approved and received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Public Library
for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Parris, was received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Public
Library for the year ending December 31, 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, was received and filed.
There was then presented a Report from the Budget- Finance Committee as a result
of the meetings held with the department heads and City officials to revise the Budget
and reduce expenditures for the remainder of 1957 to avoid a deficit in operating funds
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of the City of Little Rock. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
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Evans, said report was received and filed. (See Revised Budget as approved May 13,
1957)•
There was then presented an application of Stuart R. Thomas, an employee of
the Street Department, for disability salary of x$107.50 per two weeks for a period of
29 months and 7 days beginning as of March 23, 1957 and terminating on August 30, 1959,
junder the terms of Ordinance No. 6775, which application carried the approval of the
Finance Committee. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said
application was approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
There was then presented a communication from Duncan Parking Corporation
extending an invitation to the "Maintenance Technician of the City to a Service Forum
for Parking Meter Maintenance Technicians to be held in Jackson, Mississippi, on June
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26 and 27, 1957. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, said commun-
ication was referred to the Finance, Safety and Public Works Committees.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,541, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING ORDINANCES NO. 8460 AND NO. 8497, AND FOR OTHER
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PURPOSES;
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(Re: Severance Pay); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds
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of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by
Alderman Evans, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being eight in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey,
seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordi-
nance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,542, entitled:
,
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,526 APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL SUM
OF SIXTY -ONE DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS ($61.50) FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN AUTOMOBILE FOR
USE IN THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT, WITH TRADE -IN OF X -111, 1949 FORD; AND FOR OTHER
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PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
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8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,543, entitled:"
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May 27, 1957 - Cont'd.
�I AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FOUR HUNDRED NINETY THREE DOLLARS AND
SIXTY SEVEN CENTS ($493.67) TO PAY THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
IIiFOR FISCAL FEE DUE ON FIVE STREET PAYROLL WARRANTS WHICH WERE HELD BY THE BANK FROM
JANUARY 18, 1957 TO MAY 22, 1957, AS AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,421 PASSED JANUARY
21, 1957;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
jwere suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
it members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
- total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
' was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,544, entitled:
III AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING NINE HUNDRED AND TWENTY NINE DOLLARS AND SIXTEEN
CENTS ($929.16) TO PAY THE MEDICAL EXPENSES OF JOHN L. BALDWIN, JAMES H. CHAMBERS,
JAMES 0. VINT, AND W. M. FINTON. POLICE OFFICERS FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, WHO WERE
INJURED IN ACCIDENTS WHILE ON DUTY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
!III members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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1 Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
!! follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,545, entitled:
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III TEN CENTS ( $952I10)C APPROPRIATING
TOPAYMEDICALEXPENSES N
FOR OFF OFFICER M. GOODWIN, JR. DOLLARS A�
WHO WAS
INJURED IN THE LINE OF DUTY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
11 Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
IIC Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
I` were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
III members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
IIIAye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
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it 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
'I declared passed.
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May 27, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,546, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED AND FORTY -FIVE DOLLARS
TO PAY DRS. FOWLER AND FOWLER FOR DENTAL BILL OF MR. FERRELL ADCOCK INJURED IN THE
LINE OF DUTY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by.unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE
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OUT INSURANCE ON A SCHEDULED LIST OF PROPERTY HEREINAFTER ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE,
WHICH SCHEDULE ALSO SETS FORTH THE VALUES TO BE PLACED ON SAID BUILDINGS, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 13,
19570and failing to receive the necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Council -
elect to suspend the rules and place on second reading, was placed on the calendar.
Alderman Griffey then moved, seconded by Alderman Reid, that the rules be suspended and
the ordinance placed on third and last reading. Roll call was then had on this motion,
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with the following result: Ayes - Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 4; Noes -
Miller, Hollis, Hood and Evans - total 4; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Said
motion failing to receive the necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Council-
elect to suspend the rules, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,547, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO ENTER INTO A LEASE
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PURCHASE CONTRACT FOR FURNITURE IN THE MAYOR'S OFFICES IN THE CITY HALL; PROVIDE FOR
THE PAYMENT THEREOF ON A RENTAL BASIS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present. being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
II- total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,548, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE
BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT RADIO EQUIPMENT
DURING THE PERIOD JUNE 15 THROUGH 30, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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iiCouncil present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
'Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
ICI suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes -
none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passe
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,549, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR THE RESURFACING OF 175 BLOCKS OF STREETS, MORE OR LESS,
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
iiCouncil present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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' Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
Iiwere suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
- total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and Corley - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,549 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller,-Hollis, Hood,
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Corley - total 2.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase and make payment for, various items for various departments, each
amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments, upon motion of Alderman
Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, were approved.
li The following bills and payrolls for the month of May, 1957 having been
japproved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs were
then allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy and
Corley - total 2.
PAYROLLS:
�l 10,637.97
254.34
76,115.49
161.04
11,240.70
254.34
li 76,256.70
12,118.46
254.34
III 75,979.65
BILLS:
Acme Glass & Mirror Co
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
Aloe Scientific
American Excelsior Corporation
5 24 Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co (3)
50 80 Alman Company, Sol
42 00 Ambort & Sons, Leo J.
100 59 American- LaFrance Corp.
9 24
14 00
1 00
81
93
May 27, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Anderson, H.G., Jeweler
3
30
Archer Drug Company (3)
40
63
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
16
00
Arkansas Chemical & Supply
47
27
Arkansas Democrat (4)
126
90
Arkansas Equipment Cc
40
33
Arkansas Foundry Co (2)
47
93
Arkansas Foundry Co
348
24
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (3)
263
29
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
302
06
Arkansas Gazette (2)
281
88
Arkansas Globe Chemical Co
5
31
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Cc
716
76
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
214
40
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
3,291
31
Arkansas Power & Light Co
46
92
Arkansas Sound & Television. Sup.
49
58
Arkansas State Revenue Dept.(2)
55
47
Armour & Company
149
37
Asher Feed Store
45
06
Automotive Supply Cc
30
50
Bagley, Mrs. E. 0.
56
00
Bailey- Roberts Motors, Inc
1
55
Bale Chevrolet Co (6)
90
84
Bale Chevrolet Co
38
43
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
11
59
Bass, Walter
12
00
Berry Asphalt Co
1,195
83
Besser Hardware Co
1
94
Big Rock Stone & Material Co(2)
47
11
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
3,072
93
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv43)
21
42
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
7
50
Booker Co., J. Lester
55
26
Boren Company
1
03
Burns Company, Troy
18
19
Bush - Calwell Company (2)
10
35
Camera Center, The (3)
23
27
Capital Cycle Company (2)
37
07
Capital Welding Supply Co (2)
29
42
Capital Welding Supply Co
48
39
Capitol Glass Company
12
47
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co
49
96
Caple Tractor Co, Gus
9
48
Carlton -Bates Company
2
31
Cash Wholesale Co (2)
39
78
Cash Wholesale Cc
6
24
Central Surgical Co
27
75
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pac.R.R.
399
90
Choctaw, Inc
338
30
Clark Equipment Co
152
14
Glower, John D.
18
00
Coffield & Moore Mfg. Co
13
35
Coger Warehouse, W.B.
251
01
Colonial Baking Cc
47
02
Cook Auto Machine Co, J.B. (5)
255
64
Cook Auto Machine Co. J.B.
251
72
Cook Paint & Varnish Co (2)
40
20
Cosgrove & Henry, Drs.
7
00
Crane Company (3)
91
84
Crane Company
285
54
Griner, Annie L.
84
00
Criss & Shaver, Inc
7
27
Criss & Shaver, Inc
1,518
28
Crow - Burlingame Co (5)
44
97
Crow - Burlingame Co
89
68
Dailey's United Supply Co (3)
588
75
Darragh Company
46
97
Darragh Company
41
16
Davis Cycle Company
54
51
Democrat Printing & Litho.Go(4)
82
63
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
21
63
Desoto Hardware Co (7)
141
85
Desoto Hardware Company
6
O8
DeSoto Hardware Co
1
44
Dickens, Evelyn B.
27
00
Dillaha.Fruit Cc (2)
166
85
Duncan Parking Meter Corp.
675
00
Dixie Equipment Co
83
D -X Sunray Oil Co (4)
382
81
D -X Sunray Oil Co
163
56
D -X Sunray Oil Co
14
58
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leona.rd
11
25
Entenmann & Son, Carl
43
75
Enterprise Harness Co
18
00
Enterprise Lumber Co
87
Enterprise Lumber Co
47
60
Esso Standard Oil Co
23
38
Esso Standard Oil Co
4
47
Euclid- Arkansas, Inc
80
63
Everette's Glass Shop
8
05
Fagan Electric Co., Inc (4)
278
88
Farrell & Scheer Blue Print(3)
77
99
Farrior's, Inc
2
95
Finch Janitor Supply,Carl
80
24
Fire Appliance & Safety Cc
24
00
First National Bank in L.R.
493
67
Fischer Building Materials
23
20
Inc. (6)
114
00
555, Inc.
56
83
555' Inc.
2
41
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (4)
197
12
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
82
8
Fowler & Fowler, Drs.
345
00
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper (4)
135
54
Freeman Company, Jay
21
34
Goff Wholesale Cc
44
50
Goldman & Company, Inc
12
88
Goldman & Company, Inc
20
60
Goodrich Company, B. F.
16
30
Goodyear Service Stores
206-93
Gordon, A. L.
1
54
Graybar Electric Co (2)
41
51
Green Seed Company, L.A. (2)
11
00
Gulley, Tom, Sheriff
5
50
Hackman Paint & Supply
6
45
Hand, John
3
75
Harrison, Edna S.
1
50
Harrison Sales & Serv.,Sam
9
27
Hartenstein Elevator Co
22
50
Hollis & Company (3)
58
91
Hollis & Company
172
69
Hollis & Company
11
57
Home Ice Company
12
36
Home Ice Company
101
97
Hunt Company, The
400
00
Independent Linen Service (5)
51
58
Industrial Towel & Unif.Supply
38
03
International Harvester Co -
3,681
82
International Harvester Co
42
64
Jayfro Athletic Supply Co
11
41
Jenkins, Frank
12
00
K- Quality Bag Co
41
20
Kern - Limerick, Inc
7
21
Krebs Bros. Supply Co
1
81
Lange, R. A.
1
50
Leimer & Son, Gus C. (2)
1
44
Lion Oil Company
12
04
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,597
13
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
22
21
Little Rock Paper Co
111
05
Little Rock Paper Co
12
36
Little Rock Road Mach. Co
384
68
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
7
00
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
22
2
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty
94
50
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
17
1
Maus, George H., Inc
224
40
May Supply Co (2)
51
56
Mayhan, W. A.
125
00
Meyer - Blanke Co
2
17
Meyer's Bakery
16
80
Mercury Motors, Inc
2
64
Mine Safety Appliance Co
6
00
Mohawk Tire Company (3)
65
84
Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc (4)
122
65
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
16
69
Motorola, Inc
38
68
Motorola Communications & Elec.
8,370
00
Mullins Engineering Co
7
73
National Builders Supply
59
74
National Cash Register Co
4
10
National Citizens P1an.Conf.
100
00
Nelson Company, N.O. (5)
203
67
Nelson Company, N.O.
5
18
New York Life Insurance Co
609
82
Noble, Floyd
73
54
O'Neal Motors, Dutch
6
96
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co
7
83
Pitney- Bowes, Inc
8
95
Postmaster, Little Rock,Ark.(2)
90
00
Plunkett- Jarrell Grocer Co
21
86
Public Utilities Reports,Inc
15
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co
2
80
Pulaski Implement Co
16
86
Railway Express.Agency
2
01
Railey, Edna Mrs.
84
00
Ramsey Top Shop (2)
16
23
Ramsey Top Shop.
4
64
Rands, Inc (2)
39
18
Rebsamen & East, Inc'
40
00
Rebsamen Motor Co (4)
3,551
78
Rebsamen Motor Cc
11
79
Remington Rand, Inc
6
18
Reynolds Stamp Cc (3)
9
79
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Ma272195 - Cont'd.
�IBILLS:
- Cont'd.
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Richards Harley- Davidson Cc
325
95
Riggs Tractor Co.,J.A.
6
69
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Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
22
83
Robinson, James P.,Jr
175
23
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Roc -Arc Water Company (2)
18
26
Royal Typewriter Cc (2)
31
83
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Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
8
25
Sanborn Map Company
153
50
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Sargent & Co., E. H.
216
25
Secretary of State of Ark.(2)
10
00
Sherwin - Williams Company
65
Simmons Trim Shop
16
00
6
Smith Company, William Armstrong
2,050.70
Southern Bearing Service
36
76
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Southern Equipment Co
4
98
Southern Ice Co
12
36
Southern Radio Supply (2)
75
62
Southland Building Products
18
89
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
1,466
51
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
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Sparks Agency, D.A. (2)
53
19
Standard Automatic Distr.Co
27
50
Standard Equipment & Sup.Co
55
18
Standard Stationery Supply(2)
67
22
Stannard, Virginia Mrs.
50
00
State Prtg. & Publ.Co
39
1
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
29
41
Stover Company, Wm. T.
48
92
Superior Spring Co
9
03
Surgery Clinic
4
00
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo.S. (4)
156
13
Swafford Recap.Co., Geo.S.
81
10
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Taylor, Ted
50
00
Texas Company. The (3)
2,837
46
Texas Company, The
2,743
98
Thompson - Hayward Chem.Co (2)
137
90
Three States Supply Co
23
04
Todd.Company, The
5
61
Townsend, Dale (2)
35
50
Treadway Electric Co (2)
51
72
Treadway Electric Cc
28
Turner Company, G.L.
23
31
United States Pencil Co
36
69.
University Hospital
3,000
00
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Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co (6)
252
40
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
72
4
Wade, M. H.
40
80
Welders Supply Cc
22
OW
Welders Supply Co
14
02
Weldon, Williams & Lick,Inc
27
81
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Wellman, Helen
84
00
Western Union Tel. Co
5
00
Westinghouse Electric Supply
21
93
Williams & Wilkins Co
16
00
Wiseman, E.E.
4
10
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CONSTRUCTION FUND:
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Mark G. Garver
500
00
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PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Enterprise Lumber Co
8
40
Treadway Electric Co
2
85
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presented or to come before the meeting, upon
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by Alderman
Parris, Council adjourned to
meet again
on Monday, June 10, 1957 at 8:00
o'clock
p.m.
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Mayor.
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10, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
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The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
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with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and City Clerk W.C. Ware and the following
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Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 8; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2.
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being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Evans.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons representing
themselves to be the owners of real property lying in the following described part of
the City of Little Rock, County of Pulaski and State of Arkansas, to -wit:
Lots 4 to 9, inclusive, of Block 15;
Lots 1 to 9, inclusive, of Block 16;
All of Blocks 17, 18 and 24;
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Lots 1 to 6, inclusive, and Lots 10, 11 and 12, Block 23;
All in Success Addition to the City of Little Rock;
West 150 feet of the North 640 feet of NWT SW-1 SET of
Section 36, Township 2 North, Range 13 West;
NW4 SE-41 of Section 36, Township 2 North, Range 13 West,
EXCEPT that part described as: Begin at Northwest corner of
NW4 SET; thence South 291 feet, thence East at right angles
to- the -west line of NWT SE4 60 feet; thence left along a curve
having a radius of 180.87 feet a distance of 138.9 feet;
thence right along a curve having a radius of 120.8 feet, 98.1
feet; thence East parallel to and 195 feet South of the North
line of NW-41 SET 684.4 feet; thence right along a curve having
a radius of 280 feet, 208.2 feet; thence left along a curve
having a radius of 310.4 feet, 212.3 feet to the intersection
of the East line of NW! SE!; thence North 346.8 feet to the
Northeast corner of NW4 SE4; thence West 1336.4 feet to the
point of beginning, containing 6.99 acres;
said above described property lying between Hughes and Mellon Streets, and "F" and "H"
(Streets,
asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of laying
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mains to supply the inhabitants of said territory with water, and in order to
procure said water to construct water mains to a source outside the boundaries of the
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jdistrict,
and the commissioners to be appointed may enter into a contract or contracts
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a water supply, or may purchase water to be redistributed to the consumers on the
mains built by the district; such water mains to be constructed in such a manner
(water
and with such materials and to be located in such places as the commissioners may deem
ifor
the best interests of the property holders. Filed with said petition was a certi -.
Il;ficate
from the Little Rock Abstract Company stating that the signers thereof repre-
sented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed value of the owners of real property
Iliwithin
said territory. It was stated that notice had been published on May 24, 1957
and May 31, 1957 notifying all interested persons to appear at this time and place for
public hearing on the matter. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard in the
(premises.
There being no protests presented, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,550).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,550, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78 OF LITTLE ROCK,
;ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
lCouncil
present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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June 10, 1957 - Cont'd.
Council-elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
�Id suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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1l1' of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis Loy, Corley, Winder Evans Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8• Noes -
none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
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There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
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themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of real property affected,
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asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of paving, in such a
manner and with such materials as the Commissioners to be elected shall deem to be for
the best interest of said district, the following parts of the following streets in the
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of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
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"H" STREET (also known as "E" Street) from the West line of
Hayes Street to the East line of Mississippi Street (Avenue);
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MELLON STREET from the North line of "H" Street to the South
line of "K" Street.
I Said petition was accompanied by a certificate of the Little Rock Abstract Company
i'stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published on May 25, 1957 and June 1, 1957 notifying all interested persons
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to appear at this time and place for public hearing. Whereupon, all persons so desirin
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were heard therein. There being no protests presented,-upon motion of Alderman Loy,
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,551, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614 OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS;
jwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
(;Council-
elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
itsuspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
(!;vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the real property affecte
asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of grading, draining,
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curbing, and guttering, in such a manner and with such materials as the Commissioners t
be elected for said improvement district shall deem to be for the best interest of said
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"Htt STREET (also known as "E" Street) from the West line of
Hayes Street to the East line of Mississippi Street (Avenue);
MELLON STREET from the North line of "H" Street to the South
line of "K° Street.
Said petition was accompanied by a certificate of the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published,on May 25, 1957 and June 1, 1957 notifying all interested persons to
appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so
Idesiring
were heard therein. There being no protests presented at this time, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See
No. 10,552).
(Ordinance
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,552, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 615 OF
(LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
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Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
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the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
,total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
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declared passed.
There was then.presented a petition from Homer H. Woodall for a waiver of rear
yard space and permission to construct a 2 -car garage on the rear of his property
located at 1400 McGowan Street, described as Lot 1, Block 21, Masonic Addition, said
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garage to occupy approximately 917 square feet. Said petition carried the approval of
the Public Works Committee and upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley,
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was granted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2.
Alderman Loy then moved, seconded by Alderman Corley; that the Council rescind
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its action taken on May 27, 1957 on a petition from Southern Investment Company and
Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Price, for reclassification of property between Clarkson and Crosby
Streets from East 9th Street to the flood wall, described as Lots 6 through 19,
inclusive,. Block 34, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,,
from the present "B" Residence District to that of "I ".Light Industrial District prop-
erty, which petition carried the Disapproval of the Little Rock Planning Commission and
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on which public hearing was held at that time and re- referred by the Council to the
Planning Commission; and that said petition be returned to the Council at its next
regular meeting. Said motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the Council.
In connection with the creation of Street Improvement District No. 614 by the
passage of Ordinance No. 10,551, there was then presented the Report of Commissioners
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of said District, which report, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid,.
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approved. (See Resolution No. 2152).
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RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
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Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
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Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and
Hood total 2.
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by the passage of Ordinance No. 10,552, there was then presented the Report of the
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Commissioners of said District, which report, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
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Corley, was approved. (See Resolution No. 2153).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2153, entitled:
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RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.615;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
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Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and
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There was then presented a Notice from the United States Government of th
es overnmen e re-
newal of its Lease on the Naval Reserve Armory property located at the South entrance
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to War Memorial Park for a period of one year beginning July 1, 1957 and ending June 301�i
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1958. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, said renewal was
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approved.
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There was then presented a communication from the Council of Saint -Maio, France,
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expressing appreciation to the Little Rock City Council for the Resolution designating
a portion of the Riverfront Drive "La Harpe Boulevard" in memory of the French Explorerl
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Bernard de la Harpe; and for the copy of said Resolution which was mailed to them.
(Resolution No. 2131). Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman'Corley, said
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communication was received and filed.
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There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Robinson Memorial
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Auditorium for the year ending December 31, 1956, which report, upon motion of.Aldermanl�
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Loy, seconded by Alderman Parris was received and filed.
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2, SUB- SECTION H, OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,045, SAME
BEING AN ORDINANCE GRANTING THE CITIZENS COACH COMPANY THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO OPERATE
A STREET BUS SYSTEM OVER CERTAIN ROUTES AND STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: West Seventh Street - St. Vincent's Bus Line); which proposed ordinance was readll
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by title only, and upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Loy, was re-
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ferred to the Utilities Committee.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,553, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being eight in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules werd
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the
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Irules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8;',�
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Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,554, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TEN HUNDRED AND EIGHT DOLLARS ($1008.00)
FOR NURSING CARE OF R. B. LANKFORD FOR FOUR WEEKS PERIOD FROM THE CITY GENERAL FUND,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and 'last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, . Evans, Griffey; =Reid and- Parris- — total
8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,555, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED AND NINETY -TWO DOLLARS
($692.00) FROM THE CITY GENERAL FUND FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAYING FRANK M. FULK FOR HIS
APPRAISAL OF THE CITY HOSPITAL PROPERTY ON THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF 11TH AND MCALMONT
STREET, AND OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey,Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,556, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE
OUT INSURANCE ON A SCHEDULED LIST OF PROPERTY HEREINAFTER ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE,
WHICH SCHEDULE ALSO SETS FORTH THE VALUES TO BE PLACED ON SAID BUILDINGS, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
May 13, 1957 and failing to receive the necessary two - thirds vote of the Council -elect
to suspend the rules and place'-on second reading, was placed on the calendar, and was
read the second time on May 27, 1957 and failing to receive the necessary two - thirds
vote of the Council -elect to suspend the rules, was again placed on the calendar. The '
Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 6;
Noes - Corley and Evans - total 2; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,557, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO SELL TWO 1935 INTER-
' (NATIONAL TRUCK CHASSIS, SURPLUS STEEL WINDOW FRAMES AND SCRAP METAL, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(((Sanitation Department); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous
11111vote of the members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two-
thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion.of Alderman Loy, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being eight in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris,
seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordi-
nance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,558, entitled:
it AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
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ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE A THREE (3) TO FIVE (5) TON PORTABLE ROLLER
FOR USE OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AT A COST NOT
TO EXCEED FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($5000.00) PLUS A TRADE -IN OF A GALION 1923, EIGHT (8)
TO TEN (10) TON TANDEM ROLLER, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
I'lwere suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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imembers of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
`Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
,follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,559, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) CONCRETE SAW FOR A SUM OF MONEY NOT TO
EXCEED FIVE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($550.00) FOR THE USE OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis,Loy, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes -
none; Absent - Miller and Hood - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
June 10, 1957 - Cont'd.
There, was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase and make payment for, various items for various departments,
each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments, upon motion of
Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, were approved.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, June 24, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
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City Clerk.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
June 24, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and
the following Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
It was then announced that this was the time and place for the opening of
sealed bids on the sale of bonds to be issued and sold by the City of Little Rock under
Amendment No. 13 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas, authorized at the
General Election held in the City of Little Rock on November 6, 1956, in the following
amount and for the following purpose, to -wit:
$1,295,000 Library Improvement Bonds for the purpose of
constructing and equipping an addition to the Little Rock
Public Library and making certain changes, alterations and
modifications in the existing structure.
There having been no bids received or presented at this time, Alderman Griffey, seconde
by Alderman Reid, moved that the Bond Attorney.meet with the Finance Committee and the
Mayor at 3:30 o'clock p.m. on Tuesday, June 25, 1957 in the Council Chamber, to discuss
and determine the proper steps to be taken in order to obtain the desired bids on the
proposed Library Bond Issue, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the Council.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE "HOUSING CODE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS" FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE LITTLE ROCK CITY CLERK ON MAY 21, 1957, BY
THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING CODE COMMITTEE, WHICH CODE PRESCRIBES RULES, REGULATIONS,
MINIMUM STANDARDS, PROVISIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SAFE AND HEALTHFUL OCCUPANCY OF
DWELLINGS,;' AUTHORIZES THE INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS; AUTHORIZES THE CONDEMNATION OF
DWELLINGS UNFIT FOR HUMAN HABITATION; FIXES PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS; AUTHORIZES APPEA
THEREFROM; AND PROVIDES FOR RELATED MATTERS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had previously been read by title only on May 27, 1957 and
public hearing set for June 24, 1957 at 8:00 otclock p.m. in the Council Chamber. It
was °then'stated that notice had been published on Jun3 10, 1957 in the Arkansas Gazette
and Arkansas Democrat advising all persons interested and desiring to be heard to
appear at this date and time. Filed in connection with the proposed ordinance and hear
ing was a communication from the Housing Code Committee as follows, to -wit:
"HOUSING CODE COMMITTEE
City of Little Rock, Arkansas
June 21, 1957
Honorable Mayor and City Council
City Hall
Little Rock, Arkansas
Gentlemen:
I have been directed, as Secretary of the Housing Code
Committee, to inform you of the action taken by the Committee
at a meeting held on Friday afternoon June 21, 1957•
At that time, a motion was approved requesting a postponement
of the public hearings scheduled to be held on Monday evening
June 24, 1957 on the proposed housing code.
The committee desires to have additional time to discuss the
provisions of this proposal with representatives of the Little
Rock Real Estate Board, the Little Rock Home Builders Association
and the Arkansas Property Owners Foundation and, for this reason,
the committee would like to have the hearing postponed for a
reasonable period of time.
If this meets with your approval, the committee will proceed in
Its discussions with representatives of these groups. Upon the
conclusion of these discussions, the committee will report the
progress that has been made together with regard to the future
consideration of this proposed code by the City Council.
Yours truly,
Donald F. Bozarth
Secretary"
Upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said request for post-
ponement of the hearing to a later date was granted and said communication received and
filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,560, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION OF MARKHAM MANOR TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Reid, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, said ordinance
was approved, subject to the checking by the City Engineer of property description, and
the rules suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of th
s of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
Ithe rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
ye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
1Ifollows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
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total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,560 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
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Hood, Winder, Evans, Gri£fey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
- total 1.
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There was again presented the petition from H. M. Franklin for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Southwest corner of Martin and "L" Streets, described as the
South One -half of Lots 1, 2 and 3; North One -half of Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, all in
Block 1, Hillcrest Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present
"B" Residence District to that of "J" Light Industrial District property, on which pub-
lie hearing was held on May 27, 1957 and re- referred to the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission. Said petition was again returned with the following report: "The Little Rock
Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Upon motion
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman R6id, said petition was again re- referred to the
Planning Commission.
There was again presented the petition from Horace L. Miller for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Southwest corner of Summit and Garland Streets, described as
Lots 14, 15 and 16, Block 2, Union Depot Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
from the present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property, on
which public hearing was held on May 27, 1957 and re- referred to the Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission. Said petition was again returned to the Council with the following
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report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves"; signed by James H. Larrison,
Chairman. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the report of the
Planning Commission was adopted and said petition denied.
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There was again presented the petition from Southern Investment Company and
Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Price, for reclassification of property between Clarkson and Crosby
Streets from East 9th Street to the flood wall, described as Lots 6 through 19, in-
clusive, Block 34, Industrial. Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from
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the present "B" Residence District to that of "I" Light Industrial District property,
on which public hearing was held on May 27, 1957 and re- referred to the Little Rock
,Planning Commission; and on June 10, 1957, the Council action was rescinded with a re-
quest that the petition be returned to the Council at the next regular meeting. Said
petition was returned to the Council with the following report: "The Little Rock Plan-
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ning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Upon motion of
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Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the report of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,561).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,561, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING LOTS SIX (6) THROUGH NINETEEN (19), INCLUSIVE,
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BLOCK THIRTY -FOUR, INDUSTRIAL PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
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the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
11 vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
1Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
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I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,562, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF
IiLITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO UPON CERTAIN CONDITIONS EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT CONVEYING TO
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS CERTAIN LANDS AND PROPERTIES FOR
THE PURPOSE OF OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY; AUTHOR-
ING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO UPON II
CERTAIN CONDITIONS EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT RELEASING THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSIONIIIj
FROM ANY AND ALL DAMAGES BY REASON OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HIGHWAY OR EXPRESSWAY IN
THE EAST PORTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
li moved that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, with
Section 1 in part being amended as follows: "said conveyance being upon the condition
that the Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas shall, within a period of
ninety (90) days begin the operation and maintenance upon said premises of The Graduate
Institute of Technology as authorized by Act 203 of 1957 and continue the operation and
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ises cease to be used for The Graduate Institute of Technology then said property and
premises is to revert back to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas within ninety(90) days"
Said motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being
nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, and the
ordinance read the second time as amended; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
91 Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
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vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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III and Evans - total 2; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
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passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,562 was read and,
Ii a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Hood,
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III IN There was then returned to the Council Ordinance No. 10,556, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE OUT INSURANCE
ON A SCHEDULED LIST OF PROPERTY HEREINAFTER ATTACHED TO THIS ORDINANCE, WHICH SCHEDULE
ALSO SETS FORTH THE VALUES TO BE PLACED ON SAID BUILDINGS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
passed by the Council on June 10, 1957 and vetoed by the Mayor on June 13, 1957;
together with the veto message of the Mayor as follows:
"June 17, 1957
Members of the City Council
City Hall
Little Rock, Arkansas Re: Veto of Ordinance 10,556
C Gentlemen:
I' As you know this particular ordinance was approved by the Council
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recommended value of each building. There was a question in my
mind as to whether or not this schedule and such values would be
binding on the Board of Public Affairs in placing such insurance.
I requested an opinion on this matter from the Assistant City '
Attorney, Joseph C. Kemp, and his reply is attached hereto, whereby
he states that the schedule would bind the Board of Public Affairs.
both as to buildings and values.
In view of a substantial discrepancy in one particular instance,
nemely, the City Hospital and Nurses Home, it is my opinion that it
would not be sound business to enter into a contract for insurance.
We have on file with the Board of Public Affairs signed appraisals on
the entire City Hospital property, both buildings and land. Such
appraisals were made by competent professional appraisers. The
difference between these appraisals and that included in the recom-
mended insurance schedule amounts to in excess of $350,000 and this
does not take into consideration the fact that the insurance schedule
includes values for buildings only and the appraisal includes not
only buildings but also land. It therefore is apparent that there
is an unusually large difference in these values and before entering
into a contract for insurance for specified city property it would
seem that we should properly evaluate such property and purchase
insurance accordingly.
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For the reasons outlined above I have no choice but to veto
Ordinance No. 10,556.
Very truly yours,
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Woodrow W. Mann
WOODROW W. MANN, Mayor"
Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, said veto was sustained by the
following roll call: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. (See Ordinance No. 10,563).,
There was then presented a Memorandum from the Finance Committee to the
Board of Public Affairs as follows: "In as much as the Little Rock City Council is
deeding the University Hospital to the University of Arkansas, please do not consider
taking insurance on this building ". Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alder-
man Griffey, the committee report was adopted and said memorandum received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,563, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE OUT FIRE AND
EXTENDED COVERAGE INSURANCE ON CITY OWNED BUILDINGS LISTED BELOW, AND FOR OTHER PURP
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine In number and more than two - thirds of the members of the '
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,l
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 6; Noes- -
Corley, Hood and Evans - total 3; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,564, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.613
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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Illmembers of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
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Ilthe.rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
it There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,565, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE WIDTH OF PAVEMENT OF STONEWALL ROAD FROM THE EAST LINE
OF NORTH VAN BUREN STREET TO THE WEST LINE OF NORTH JACKSON STREET AND THE WIDTH OF
PAVEMENT OF NORTH JACKSON STREET FROM THE NORTH LINE OF CLUB ROAD TO THE SOUTH LINE OF
STONEWALL ROAD, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 3939; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Street Improvement District No. 613); which ordinance was read the first time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
jtime; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman
"Mood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
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Illlthe third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
II Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Report of Commissioners of Water Improvement
District No. 78 of Little Rock, Arkansas, which report, upon motion of Alderman Reid,
seconded by Alderman Parris, was approved. (See Resolution No. 2154).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2154, entitled:
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Hood, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
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Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent -
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Miller - total 1.
There was then presented a petition from Jack Griebel for permission to move
his News Stand from the Northeast corner of Fourth and Main Streets to the Southwest
corner of said'streets, said stand to occupy the same footage as is now being used,
50 feet long and 36 inches wide, with payment for two parking meter spaces to be made
to the City. Said petition carried the approval of the members of the Safety and
Finance Committees, and upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Hollis,
was granted.
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There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account, together
with the number of Consumers by Classification and Statement of Cash Receipts and Dis-
bursements for the month of April, 1957 from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works,
in compliance with Section 709 of the Trust Indenture dated August 1, 1956. Upon moti
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of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said Statement was received and filed.
There was then presented the Rate Schedule of the Arkansas Power and Light
Company as approved by the Arkansas Public Service Commission, said rates effective as
of May 16, 1957, which Schedule, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman
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IParris, was received and filed.
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There was then presented the Fire and Liability Insurance Policy in favor of
Leonard Ellis Wrecker Service on cars towed and stored impounded by order of the Little
Rock Police Department covering the period June 17, 1957 to June 17, 1958. Upon motion
of.Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, said Policy was approved, subject to the
approval of the City Attorney.
There was then presented the 1957 Street Resurfacing Program as filed by the
City Engineer, together with the Contract between Ben M. Hogan and Company and the
Board of Public Affairs, with Surety and Performance Bonds of said Company attached,
which Program and Contract, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid,
were received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from John L. Taylor, City Engineer,
requesting that the Civil Service Director be allowed to fill the vacancy of Temporary
Building Inspector for a period of two weeks while the Building Inspector is on vaca-
tion. Said communication carried the approval of the Public Works andFinance Committee
and upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the request was granted
and communication received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,566, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE A TEMPORARY POSITION OF STREET PROJECT ASPHALT
IN THE STREET SECTION OF THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ESTAB-
LISHING THE SALARY THEREOF, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine In number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris.- total 9; Noes_- none; Absent Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,567, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY -TWO DOLLARS ($142.00) TO PAY
THE ROOM AND BOARD AND TRAVEL EXPENSES FOR CHIEF SMITH AND LT. GLASSCOCK TO THE POLICE
TRAINING SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,568, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED EIGHTY -TWO DOLLARS AND
TWENTY -EIGHT CENTS ($682.28) TO PAY ARCHER DRUG COMPANY FOR RABIES VACCINE USED BY THE
' IIPOUND, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
l,Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,569, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING SUFFICIENT MONEY TO PAY THE AUTOMOBILE TRAVEL
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(EXPENSE FOR THE MILK AND DAIRY INSPECTOR OF THE MILK AND DAIRY DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
(HEALTH DEPARTMENT AT THE RATE OF $0.06 PER MILE, NOT TO EXCEED SIXTY DOLLARS ($60.00)
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PER MONTH FOR ANY CALENDAR MONTH, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
iCouncil-elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
(were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
imembers of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
lthe rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey and Parris - total 7;
Noes - Evans and Reid - total 2; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,570, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE TWO (2) CARS FOR THE USE OF THE MILK AND DAIRY
DIVISION OF THE CITY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AT A COST NOT TO
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TWO THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($2,350.00) PLUS THE COST OF A
(TRADE -IN OF A 1955 FORD BUSINESS COUPE, MOTOR NO. A5DG188264 AND A 1953 CHEVROLET TWO
DOOR SEDAN, MOTOR NO. LAA6303701 AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of.the
limembers
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
I�Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
land the Aye and No vote taken upon the Shall the Ordinance
question, Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,571, entitled: .
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS, AND PURCHASE A ONE YEAR SUPPLY OF DISTRIBUTION SHEETS FOR A SUM
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OF MONEY NOT TO EXCEED FIVE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($550.00) FOR USE IN THE CITY .
CLERK'S OFFICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members.of .the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the
rules were again.suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,572, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE TON OF CALABAR BASS FIBER NOT TO EXCEED
FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unan imous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read-the third and -last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the.question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,573, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHOR:ZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS, AND FOR.
OTHER PURPOSES; _
(Re: Quarterly Supplies); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous
vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded
by- :Alderman Hood, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number and_more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect,.upon motion of Alderman Corley,
seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were again suspended and the.ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordi-
nance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none;. Absent -Miller - ._total 1._
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.- - -
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase 55 gallons of disinfectant for City Hall; and make payment for
June 24, 1957 - Cont'd.
the following items: Aloe Scientific, $55.08 for 3 cases of glass tubing for the Milk
�I and Dairy Department, and Reasor -Hill, $250.00 for Larvicide Aero Spray for Malaria
' II Control; each item amounting to less than $300.00, which purchase and payments, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, were approved.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, Council adjourned to meet again on
Monday, July 81 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk. Mayor.
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
July 8, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and
the following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Absent - Loy - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
There was then presented a petition from Southern Investment Company, Mr. and
Mrs. A. H. Price, and Texas Eastern Transmission Corporation, representing themselves
to be the owners of all real property abutting upon a platted alley proposed to be
closed in Block 34, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, said
property more particularly described as follows:
Lots 1, 25 3, 43 5) 6, 7, 83 91 10, 11, 12, 131 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24, being all of the lots in
Block 34;
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t asking the City to vacate and close said alley. Upon motion of Alderman Corley,
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seconded by Alderman Hood, Monday, July 29, 1957 at 8:00 otclock p.m. in the Council
Chamber, was set as the time and place for public hearing on said matter. (See
iiResolution No. 2155).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2155, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO CLOSE AND VACATE
THE PLATTED ALLEY IN BLOCK 34, INDUSTRIAL PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
(]ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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j which resolution was read in full and,upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Corley, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; .Absent
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Loy - total 1.
There was then presented a petition from a number of residents claiming to be
the owners of property abutting upon all portions of streets proposed to be closed,
Tasking the City to vacate and abandon the following portions of the following streets
as dedicated in the plat of Pleasant Hill Addition, Ranch Valley Addition and Pinewood
Hills Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
That portion of McKinley Street and an unnamed street which
runs South from part of the South lines of Lot 29, Pine Manor
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Lot 4 of
Ranch Valley Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
between Lots 19 and 20, Pinewood Hills Addition to the City
of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Hollants Subdivision of Block 4,
Pleasant Hill Addition to Little Rock, Arkansas;
That portion of the street platted as Roosevelt Street
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line of Lot 4, Ranch Valley Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, extended South 20 feet, between Block 3,
Pleasant Hill Addition to Little Rock, Arkansas, Hollanls
Subdivision of Block 4, Pleasant Hill Addition to Little Rock,
Arkansas, and Lots 4 through 9, Ranch Valley Addition to the
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City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
That portion of the street platted as Garret Street (sometimes
called Cleveland. Street) which runs from the South line of Lot 7,
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Ranch Valley Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
South between Block 3 of Pleasant Hill Addition to Little Rock,
Arkansas, and Hollan +s Subdivision of Block 4 of said Pleasant
Hill Addition.
Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, Monday, July 29, 1957 at 8:00
otclock p.m.'in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public hearing
thereon. (See Resolution No. 2156).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2156, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING UPON A PETITION TO CLOSE AND VACATE
(THAT PORTION OF McKINLEY STREET AND AN UNNAMED STREET WHICH RUNS SOUTH FROM PART OF
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[THE SOUTH LINES OF LOT 29, PINE MANOR ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
AND LOT 4 OF RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, BETWEEN LOTS
19 AND 20, PINEWOOD HILLS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND HOLLANtS
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SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 4, PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; THAT PORTION
OF THE STREET PLATTED AS ROOSEVELT STREET (SOMETIMES CALLED "L" STREET) WHICH RUNS EAST
FROM THE WEST LINE OF LOT 4, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
[EXTENDED SOUTH 20 FEET, BETWEEN BLOCK 3, PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
HOLLANIS SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 4, PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND
LOTS 4 THROUGH 9, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND THAT
PORTION OF THE STREET PLATTED AS GARRET STREET (SOMETIMES CALLED CLEVELAND STREET)
(WHICH RUNS FROM THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 7, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
(ROCK, ARKANSAS, SOUTH BETWEEN BLOCK 3 OF PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS.,
(AND HOLLANIS SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 4 OF SAID PLEASANT HILL ADDITION;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Reid,'was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy -
jltotal
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There was then presented a protest petition from a number of residents in the
Fourth Ward, requesting that the City Council refuse any proposed rezoning of property
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`located at 4409 West Eleventh Street in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, in order
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,574, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS THE EAST HALF OF BLOCK 3, HAMILTON & BRACKIS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
liCouncil present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect,.upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
�IIwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
Ijvote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
IlAyes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
ljNoes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,574 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corl
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy -
total 1.
II� There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,575, entitled:
{j AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE 14AYOR AND THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF
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LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO, UPON CERTAIN CONDITIONS, EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT CONVEYING TO
II!THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS CERTAIN LANDS AND PROPERTIES FOR
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TITHE PURPOSE OF OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY;
1 IIAUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO,
IIUPON CERTAIN CONDITIONS, EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT RELEASING THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY
l!ICOMMISSION FROM ANY AND ALL DAMAGES BY REASON OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HIGHWAY OR
EXPRESSWAY IN THE EAST PORTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER
(PURPOSES;
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a storage room located on the rear of said.property be converted to a garage
apartment or other use for human habitation, stating that the City Engineer had halted
temporarily construction alterations and refused to issue a permit for same; and that
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petition be referred to any and all proper committees, boards, or individuals
charged with the duty of enforcing the building code, rezoning, and /or issuing of per -
�1,mits
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so that their objections may be made known to them. Upon motion of Alderman Evans
Iseconded by Alderman Griffey, the City Engineer was instructed to not issue a permit
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for the conversion and that if one had been issued prior to this date, that same be
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revoked, which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a petition from John H. Funk for a curb set -back of
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feet at 423 West Fourth Street, being parts of Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block 142, Original
'City. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, said petition was
granted.
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There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
kirector, together with a resolution as adopted by the Little Rock Planning Commission
lion
June 20, 1957 in regard to the adoption by the City Council of a proposed "Housing
Code" for the City of Little Rock as proposed by the Housing Code Committee, endorsing
and recommending the adoption of an appropriate Housing Code. Upon motion of Alderman
Ii
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, said communication and resolution were received
I
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and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,574, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS THE EAST HALF OF BLOCK 3, HAMILTON & BRACKIS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
liCouncil present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect,.upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
�IIwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
Ijvote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
IlAyes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
ljNoes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,574 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corl
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy -
total 1.
II� There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,575, entitled:
{j AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE 14AYOR AND THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF
I
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO, UPON CERTAIN CONDITIONS, EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT CONVEYING TO
II!THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS CERTAIN LANDS AND PROPERTIES FOR
L I
TITHE PURPOSE OF OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY;
1 IIAUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO,
IIUPON CERTAIN CONDITIONS, EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT RELEASING THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY
l!ICOMMISSION FROM ANY AND ALL DAMAGES BY REASON OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HIGHWAY OR
EXPRESSWAY IN THE EAST PORTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER
(PURPOSES;
July 8, 1957 - Cont +d.
which ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid,
moved that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading. Roll
call was then had on this motion with the following result: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,
Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Hood - total 1;
Absent - Loy - total 1. The motion to suspend the rules having carried the necessary
.two - thirds vote of the members of the Council- elect, the ordinance was then read the
second time. Alderman Griffey again moved, seconded by Alderman Reid, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading. Roll call was then
taken on this motion, with the following result: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Winder
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Hood - total 1; Absent - Loy -
total 1. Having received the necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Council -
elect to again suspend the rules, the ordinance was then read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes.- Miller, Hollis, Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 8; Noes - Hood'- total 1; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, -said
ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No; 10,575 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes — Miller, Hollis,
Corley, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -- total 8; Noes - Hood - total 1;
Absent - Loy - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,576, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS TO
SOLICIT AND RECEIVE FUNDS AND TO INVEST AND EXPEND THE SAME FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye-and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: -Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, -said ordinance was declared
passed.
There .was then - presented the following communication from the Finance Commi
in- connection with the proposed sale of Library Improvement Bonds held on June 24, 1957
at which time there were no bids received and a motion was adopted that the Bond Attor-
ney meet with the Finance Committee and the Mayor on Tuesday,June 25, 1957 at 3:30 P.M.
to determine the proper steps to be taken in order to obtain the desired bids, and it
was decided at that meeting that bids would be accepted from local investment brokers
to act as fiscal agent for the City in the sale of the bonds:
"FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
IN REGARD TO BIDS FOR FISCAL AGENTIS FEE FOR HANDLING
LIBRARY BOND ISSUE:
Three bids were submitted by local investment houses. The
low bid was submitted by T. J. Raney & Sons and Stephens, Inc.,
for a fiscal agent fee of $156,241.75. This would place an
approximate 3.971 on the Bond Issue.
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July 8, 1957 - Cont' d.
The Finance Committee discussed the bids with Mr. Wallace
Townsend, Attorney for the Library Board, and the Library
Board members and it was agreed that the low fiscal agent
fee appears to be exhorbitant and we therefore recommend
that all bids be rejected by the Council and further, that
the Council instruct the Library Board to request its
attorney to draw another ordinance favorable to the present
Bond market to be approved by the City Council and referred
to a vote of the people on the November ballot.
s/ James A. Griffey
Ray Winder
Harold H. Reid
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE APPROVED
BY VOICE VOTE.
7/8/57 "
Filed with the communication were the bids of T. J. Raney & Sons and Stephens, Inc.;
Dabbs Sullivan Company and Southern Securities Corporations and Hill, Crawford &
Lanford, Inc, and Womeldorff and Lindsey. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Evans, the recommendation of the Finance Committee to reject all bids and a
new ordinance presented for approval by the Council and referred to a vote by the peopl
in the November General Election was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council
and said communication and bids were received and filed.
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account, together
with the number of Consumers by Classification and Statement of Cash Receipts and Dis-
bursements Prdm the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for May, 1957, in compliance with
Section 709 of the Trust Indenture dated August 1, 1956. Upon motion of Alderman
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, said report was received and filed._
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Mt. Holly Cemetery Associa-
tion for the year 1956, together with the report by Worthen Bank and Trust Company for
Mt. Holly Cemetery Trust Fund for Perpetual Care for 1956, which report, upon motion of
Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, was received and filed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT THE MEMBERS OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SHALL NOT BE
REQUIRED TO BE ON REGULAR DUTY OVER AN AVERAGE OF FIFTY -SIX (56) HOURS PER WEEK COM-
PUTED ANNUALLY OVER THE CITYIS FISCAL YEAR OR ANY UNEXPIRED PORTION THEREOF, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first_ time. Alderman Griffey then introduced representa-
tives of the Fire-Department who requested the Council to give favorable consideration
to the proposed ordinance and act on it accordingly at this meeting. Alderman Miller
then moved, seconded by Alderman Corley, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance
placed on second reading. As a substitute to this motion, Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Hollis, moved that the proposed ordinance be referred to the Finance and Safet
Committees, respectively. Roll call was then had on the substitute motion with the
following result: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Miller -
total 1. Whereupon, the proposed ordinance was referred to the Finance Committee and
Safety Committee.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,577, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $615.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
d
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July- ?957 - Cont' d.
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Grif£ey, Reid and Parris
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,578, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING VARIOUS SUMS OF MONEY FOR PAYMENTS OF MATURING
PRINCIPAL; CALLED PRINCIPAL, SEMI- ANNUAL INTEREST, AND PAYING AGENTIS CHARGES. DUE
AUGUST 1, 1957 AND SEPTEMBER 11 1957 ON VARIOUS CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BOND ISSUES; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
Ilpassed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,579, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TEN HUNDRED AND EIGHT DOLLARS ($1008.00)
TO PAY FOR SPECIAL NURSING SERVICE OF OFFICER R. B. LANKFORD, WHO WAS INJURED IN THE
LINE OF DUTY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
(,members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time', and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
- There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,580, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $129,600.00 FROM THE AUTO AND ROAD FUND
(FOR RESURFACING APPROXIMATELY 160 BLOCKS IN THE 1957 RESURFACING PROGRAM; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the '
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
- thirds of-the
,members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two
fli
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July 8, 1957 - Conti d.
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Hood, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, �I
`and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood,_Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid 'I
and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,581, entitled:
I
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 101503 AND APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL
y SUM OF TWO HUNDRED EIGHT DOLLARS AND THIRTY -SIX CENTS ($208.36) FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN
AUTOMOBILE FOR THE USE IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT, WITH TRADE -IN OF X- 24, 1949 FORD; AND
IFOR OTHER PURPOSES;
±Ilwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote o£ the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
!;JCouncil- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules wer
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE THE NECESSARY NUMBER OF DIRECTIONAL SIGNALS FOR
VARIOUS TRUCKS AND PIECES OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY STATE
LAW FOR A SUM NOT TO EXCEED EIGHT HUNDRED DOLLARS ($800,00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
�!ICouncil-elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
Ilsuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
�the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
Iwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
I
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
I
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,583, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) GREENSMOWER FOR THE GOLF COURSE FOR A
UM OF MONEY NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($350.00), AND FOR OTHER
OSES;
Ilwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
7)Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
' `'Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
'were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid,
k�lllll �!
Il�
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
I
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
ICI
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were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and
No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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iAyes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris — total 9;
jLes
IllI
- none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,582, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE THE NECESSARY NUMBER OF DIRECTIONAL SIGNALS FOR
VARIOUS TRUCKS AND PIECES OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY STATE
LAW FOR A SUM NOT TO EXCEED EIGHT HUNDRED DOLLARS ($800,00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
�!ICouncil-elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
Ilsuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
�the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
Iwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
I
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
I
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Loy - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
i
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,583, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) GREENSMOWER FOR THE GOLF COURSE FOR A
UM OF MONEY NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($350.00), AND FOR OTHER
OSES;
Ilwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
7)Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
' `'Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
'were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid,
k�lllll �!
July 8, 1957 - Cont' d.
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Loy — total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public-Affairs of its
intention to purchase by advertising for bids, the following items: 2 Sound trumpets
with drivers - Conway Swim Pool, approximately $110.00, and 30 gallons liquid detergent
deodorant cleaner - Zoo, approximately $75.00; and to make payment to L & P Communica-
tion Service for $181.68 for the Police Department, which purchases and payment, were
approved, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Evans.
The following bills and payrolls for the month of June, 1957 having been
approved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs were
then allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and - Parris - total 9;
total 1. -
PAYROLLS:
11,871.24
254.34
77,441.34
11,885.38
254.34
77,322.75
BILLS:
Adkins - Phelps Seed Cc
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc
Allsopp & Chapple
Alman Company, Sol
American Body & Trailer Cc
Amo, W. K. (2)
Archer Drug Co (2)
Arkansas Chemical Supply Cc
Arkansas Democrat Co
Arkansas Equipment Co.,Inc -
Arkansas Foundry Cc
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
Arkansas Gazette
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
Arkansas Sheet Metal &Roofing
Arkansas State Revenue Dept-(2)
Asher Feed Store
Automotive Supply Co
Bale Chevrolet Co
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
-Buice Drug Store
Camera Center, The
Capital Welding Supply Co (2)
Capitol Chemical & Supply (2)
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co(2)
Carruthers & Logue, Drs.
Central Surgical Cc
Choctaw, Inc
Coger Warehouse, W. B.
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B. (7)
Crane Company
Criss & Shaver, Inc.
Critz Chevrolet Co
Crow - Burlingame Co
Dailey's United Supply Co
Davis, Jessie Jr.
Delta Tool & Supply Co -
DeSoto Hardware Co (8)
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
Euclid of Arkansas
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print(2)
Fire Appliance -& Safety Cc (2)
555, Inc. (2)
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper (3)
4
Noes - none; Absent - Loy -
39
87
Airkem Sales & Service
35
92
99
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc
21
82
3
87
Alman Company, Sol
5
50
18
20
Aloe Scientific Div.
164
85
15
52
American Sponge & Chamois Co
48
60
50
00
Applied Research Inst.
7
20
1,586
23
Arkansas Baptist Hospital(2)
628
60
40
39
Arkansas Democrat Cc
3
90
18
60
Arkansas Electric Cc
1
30
17
20
Arkansas Foundry Cc (2)
32
63
27
53
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (2)
136
00
260
20
Arkansas Gazette
11-52
42
60
Arkansas Globe Chemical Co(2)
43
31
209
96
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
218
48
31659
37
Arkansas Power & Light Co
86
88
53
18
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
46
85
104
92
Armour & Company
111
13
83
27
Automotive Supply Co -
1
46
18
33
Bale Chevrolet Cc (4)
1,403
28
39
46
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
11
59
4
64
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
42
87
426
75
Bivins, Ima Miss
15
00
1
29
Booker, J.Lester Company
63
80
54
31
Bush - Caldwell Co
2 -58
14
81
Capital Cycle Co
5
56
24
36
Capital Welding Supply Co
38
23
244
56
Capitol Glass Co
22
81
71
59
Caple Tractor Co., Gus
10
00
240
00
Cash Wholesale Cc (3)
30
s Pac.R.R.
463
504 83
83
Clark Equipment Co
1,481
60
253
59
Communications Service,L.P.
181
68
151
42
Cook Auto Machine CO.,J.B.
247
79
17
41
Griner, Annie L. Mrs. (2)
336
oo
11
18
Criss & Shaver, Inc.
757
23
3
26
Crow - Burlingame Cc (5)'
110
81
167
13
Dailey's United Supply Co(2)
248
84
12
36
Darragh Company
46
97
11
52
Davis Trailer & Equip.Co
11
00
10
86
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
26
114
22
Difco Laboratories
20
37
139
86
D -X Sunray oil Cc (2)
70
98
247
51
Esso Standard Oil Cc
4
23
27
48
Fagan Electric Co (4)
129
72
56
90
Finch Janitor Supply,Carl(3)
52
53
704
79
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
2
76
98
19
555, Inc.
16
36
44
32
Pones Bros. Hardware Co
18
79
121
91
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper
7
85
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July 8, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Fulk & Company
692
00
Gamewell Company, The
25
93
Garms, Grady, Contractor
138
00
Gazette Publishing Company
360
30
General American Life Ins.Co(2)
1,704
03
General Electric Supply Cc
8o6
13
General Playground Equipment
1
50
Glasscock, R. E.
71
00
Goldman & Company, Inc.
12
88
Golf Tee Company
33
69
Goodyear Service Stores
194
04
Gray & Calhoun, Drs.
40
00
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
9
27
Hackman Paint & Supply Co(2)
26
94
Hand, John
4
50
Hand, John
13
25
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam(2)
8
97
Hartenstein Elevator Co
22
50
Hogan Company, Ben M.
25,115
85
Hollis & Company
16
43
Hollis & Company
137
36
Hollis & Company
22
41
Home Ice Company
33
99
Home Ice Company
67
98
Independent Linen Service (7)
111
61
International Harvester Co(3)
3,774
26
International Harvester Co
3
53
Jordan Printing & Stat.Co
218
49
Kern - Limerick, Inc (2)
1,179
01
K- Quality Bag Co
37
08
Leimer & Son, Gus C. (2)
2
53
Lion Oil Company
908
04
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Cc
2
40
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
3,942
96
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
21
45
Little Rock Road Machinery Cc
201
30
Little Rock Tent & Awning Cc
8
50
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
17
03
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty
94
50
McDaniel Agency, The
5
00
Machin,Percy H.,CityClk -NLR
3
75
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
8
05
May Supply Company
5
96
May Supply Company
4
89
Meyer's Bakery (2)
73
41
Meyer Bros. Drug Cc
1
96
Mine Safety Appliance Co
5
40
Mohawk Tire Cc (3)
82
11
Mohawk Tire Company
149
80
Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc
48
55
Nelson Company, N. 0. (2)
92
41
Newbill, Johnson & Ware; Drs.
100
00
New York Life Ins. Cc
546
62
Noble, Floyd
851
62
Nolting Radiator Co
7
50
Olin Mathieson Chemical Cc
40
10
O'Neal Motor Co., Dutch
6
50
Oylube
14
78
Paragon Printing Co
8
64
Parkin Printing & Stat. Cc
49
69
Pattee Printing Co.,Fred
49
96
P.C.Hardware & Machinery Co
18
88
Pitney- Bowes, Inc
24
60
Pittsburgh -Erie Saw Corp.
4
00
Postmaster, Little Rock;Ark
2
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co (2)
6
19
Pulaski Implement Cc
8
09
Railey, Edna Mrs.
336
00
Railway Express Agency
2
65
Ramsey's Top Shop
18
13
Rand's,Inc. (2)
36
53
Rands, Inc.
5
20
Rebsamen & East, Inc
40
00
Rebsamen Motor Cc (2)
121
35
Reed Machine Co., Arthur W.
3
00
Remington Rand
5
30
Rhinehart, Barton A.,M.D.
25
00
Richards Harley- Davidson Cc
159
14
Riegler & Riegler, Drs.
434
00
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
7
50
Riggs Tractor Co.,J.A.
3
04
Roach Paper Co (2)
25
72
Royal Typewriter Cc (2)
89
52
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
8
52
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
74
37
Rushing, William A.
50
00
Safeway Store #118
39
24
Sears, Roebuck & Cc
4
10
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs. (2)
250
00
Smith, Gene
71
00
Southern Equipment Cc
36
28
Southern Radio Supply (2)
39
92
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,526
78
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Spraggins, Maurice
50
00
Square Deal Pawn Shop .
5
00
Standard Equipment & Sup.Co
1
35
Standard Stat. Supply Co
13
27
Stannard, Virginia Mrs.
50
00
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc.
27
37
Superior Spring Co (2)
28
54
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo.S.
19
84
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo.S.
87
02
Texas Co., The (2)
1,444
34
Texas Co., The
2,030
34
Thompson - Hayward Chemical Co (2)
137
90
Townsend, Dale (2)
34
00
Treadway Electric Cc (2)
39
96
Turner Co., G.L.
13
72
Uniform Building Code Assocn.
15
30
United States Pencil Co
29
57
Van Pelt Bros.
19
50
Venable Lumber Cc
9
66
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co (3)
71
21�
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Cc
46
43
Wallace & Tiernan, Inc
5
84
Warren, H. A.
33
07
Watkins, Charles J. Dr.
250
00
Welders Supply Cc (2)
11
70
Welders Supply Co
5
03
Wellman, Helen Miss (2)
336
00
Western Union Tel. Co
5
00
Winchester Auto Stores Cc
13
61
Wooley Electric Supply
3
50
Wright Service Co., Inc
101
86
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G.
500 00 Leveck & Son, J.H.
115 00
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
ion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, July 29, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
Mayor.
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
July 29, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk presiding in the absence of Mayor Woodrow
W. Mann,-and the following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
Alderman Griffey moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that Alderman Evans be
elected Acting Mayor during the absence from the City of Mayor Woodrow W. Mann, which
motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley,
Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none;
Present and Not Voting - Evans - total 1.
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Alderman Arthur Corley.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
There was again presented the petition from Southern Investment Company, Mr.
land Mrs. A. H. Price and Texas Eastern Transmission Corporation, asking the City to
vacate and close a platted alley in Block 34, Industrial Park Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, said alley being abutted by the following property, to -wit:
Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13,
14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24,
being all of the lots in Block 34;
Ion which petition public hearing was set for this date and place by Resolution No. 2155
Ion July 8, 1957. It was stated that notice had been published on July 12, 1957 and
July 19, 1957, advising all persons interested to appear and they would be heard.
Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. There being no protests pre -
sented, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, said petition was
(granted. .(See Ordinance No. 10,584).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 102584, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND CLOSING THE PLATTED ALLEY IN BLOCK 341 INDUSTRIAL
PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was again presented a petition from a number of persons owning property
in Pleasant Hill Addition, Ranch Valley Addition and Pinewood Hills Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to vacate and abandon certain portions
July 29. 1957 - Conttd.
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of the following streets, to -wit:
�i That portion of McKinley Street and unnamed street which
runs South from part of the South lines of Lot 29, Pine
1' Manor Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas and
Lot 4, Ranch Valley Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, between Lots 19, 20, Pinewood Hills Addition to
the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Hollants Subdivision
of Block 4 of Pleasant Hill Addition to Little Rock, Arkansas;
That portion of the street platted as Roosevelt Street
(sometimes called "L" Street) which runs East from the West
line of Lot 4, Ranch Valley Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, extended South 20 feet, between Block 3,
Pleasant Hill Addition to Little Rock, Arkansas, Hollants
Subdivision of Block 4, Pleasant Hill Addition to Little
Rock, Arkansas, and Lots 4 through 9, Ranch Valley Addition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
That portion of the street platted as Garret Street (sometimes
called Cleveland Street) which runs from the South line of
Lot 7, Ranch Valley Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, South between Block 3 of Pleasant Hill Addition to
Little Rock, Arkansas, and Hollants Subdivision of Block 4
of said Pleasant Hill Addition; -
SOUTH LINES OF LOT 29, PINE MANOR ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND
LOT 4, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, BETWEEN LOTS 19, 20,
PINEWOOD HILLS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND HOLLAW S SUBDIVISION
OF BLOCK 4 OF PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; (2) THAT PORTION OF THE
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on which petition public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2156 on July 8, 1957,
for this time and place. Filed with said petition was a Consent to vacate and abandon
said portions of the above named streets, signed by Mr. and Mrs. Paul M. Summers, being
IIHOLLANtS
the only owners of property abutting upon the portions of said streets proposed to be
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closed who did not sign the petition. It was stated that notice had been published on
it
July 12, 1957 and July 19, 1957, advising all interested persons to appear and they
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would be heard on the matter. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein.
There being no protests at this time, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderma
said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,585).
ljParris,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,585, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING THE FOLLOWING PORTIONS OF STREETS: (1)
THAT PORTION OF McKINLEY STREET AND AN UNNAMED STREET WHICH RUNS SOUTH FROM PART OF THE
SOUTH LINES OF LOT 29, PINE MANOR ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND
LOT 4, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, BETWEEN LOTS 19, 20,
PINEWOOD HILLS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND HOLLAW S SUBDIVISION
OF BLOCK 4 OF PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; (2) THAT PORTION OF THE
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STREET PLATTED AS ROOSEVELT STREET (SOMETIMES CALLED "L" STREET) WHICH RUNS EAST FROM
THE WEST LINE OF LOT 4, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
EXTENDED SOUTH 20 FEET, BETWEEN BLOCK 3, PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKAN
IIHOLLANtS
SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 4, PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND
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LOTS 4 THROUGH 9, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND (3)
THAT PORTION OF THE STREET PLATTED AS GARRET STREET (SOMETIMES CALLED CLEVELAND STREET)
WHICH RUNS FROM THE SOUTH LINE OF LOT 7, RANCH VALLEY ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, SOUTH BETWEEN BLOCK 3 OF PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AND HOLLANtS SUBDIVISION OF BLOCK 4 OF SAID PLEASANT HILL ADDITION; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(!Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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(Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
I� suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
' l of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rule
ilwere again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
k vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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July 29, 1957 - Cont 'd.
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons representing
themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the property affected,
asking the City to create a sewer improvement district embracing the following property
Ito -wit:
Beginning at the corner common to Sections 25, 26, 35
and 36, in Township 2 North, Range 13 West; thence run
Ii South along the center line of Mississippi Avenue,
(being also the line between NE4 Section 35 AND NWT'
li. Section 36, Township 2 North, Range 13 West) to a
point due West of the Northwest corner of Lot 13,
Block 4, RIFFEL & RHOTON "S FOREST PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION
i to the City of Little Rock; thence run East to the Northwest
corner of said Lot 13, Block 4, RIFFEL & RHOTON "S FOREST
PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
II thence continue East along the North line of Lots 13, 12, 11,
10, 9, Block 4, RIFFEL & RHOTON "S FOREST PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION
to the City of Little Rock to the Northeast corner of said Lot
9, Block 4; thence run South along East line of said Lot 9,
Block 4 to the Southeast corner of said Lot 9, Block 4; thence
run West along the South line of Lots 9, 10, 11 to the Southwest
ICI corner of said Lot 11, Block 4, and the Northeast corner of
Lot 15, Block 4, RIFFEL & RHOTON "S FOREST PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION;
thence run South to the Southeast corner of Lot 15, Block 8,
RIFFEL & RHOTON "S FOREST PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION; thence run West
Ili along the South -line of Lots 15 and 14, Block 8, RIFFEL & RHOTON "S
I FOREST PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION to the Southwest corner of Lot 14,-
+. Block 8, RIFFEL & RHOTON "S FOREST PARK HIGHLAND ADDITION to Little
Rock; thence continue West to the Centerline of Mississippi Ave.;
thence run South along Center line of Mississippi Ave. to a point
due East of the Southeast corner of Shamrock Addition to the City
of Little Rock, Arkansas; thence run West along the South line
ii of Shamrock Addition to the Southwest corner of Shamrock Addition;
pl; thence run North along West line of Shamrock Addition to the
Northwest corner of Shamrock Addition; thence run West to Southwest
corner of E2 SW-41 NE-41 NE4 Section 35, Township 2 North, Range 13
ji West; thence run North along West line of E2 SW'4 NET' NE4 to the
it Northwest corner thereof; thence run East along -the North line of
S2 NE4 NE4 to a point 165" West of SE corner of NET' NET' NE4 Section
III35i thence run North parallel to and 165" West of East line of NE4
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NE NE2 Section 35 to the North line of NEa NE4 NE-1t; thence run
East 165 feet to the point of beginning;
for the purpose of constructing within the district a sanitary sewer collection system
to connect with the basic sanitary sewer system of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
in the manner and of the materials that the commissioners for the district to be here-
after appointed shall deem for the best interest of the district. Attached to said
petition was a certificate from the Beach Abstract & Guaranty Company stating that the
signers thereof represented a majority of two - thirds in assessed value of the owners
of real property within said territory. It was stated that said petition was filed on
July 1, 1957 and that notice had been published on July 12, 1957 and July 19, 1957,
notifying all interested persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing
thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard in the premises and no objec-
tions were filed therein. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood,
IIsaid petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,586).
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lil There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,586, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris
1
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THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none
ordinance was declared passed.
(Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,588, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,589, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRI,
NO. 615 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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July 29, 1957 - Cont' d.
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows Ayes Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
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There was than presented Ordinance No. 10,587, entitled:
I i
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
Iiil
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THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none
ordinance was declared passed.
(Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,588, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,589, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRI,
NO. 615 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
�N /��iF'ifl��lel /�K /l R�,'/��14 V RyA[ l�l�l�l �' A/ �[ Olafi�RY /�<a� /�G(ci6tN�G�JnfY3iC ^C
July 29, 1957 - Conti d.
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
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ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,590, entitled:
,
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK OF CERTAIN
LANDS LOCATED IN EAST PALISADES, AN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - _.Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,590 was read and,
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a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent.- none.11
(Alderman Evans presiding).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,591, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
AT THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 1957, THE QUESTION OF ISSUING PUBLIC
LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
ii.
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
I
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from the Citizens Coach Company filed
IIon July 19, 1957 in regard to an increase in Bus Fares, together with a proposed form li!
of ordinance for same, and Financial Statement as of May 31, 1957. Filed with this
communication was an amended request dated July 26, 1957, as follows:
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TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS:
Since the exhibits attached to the letter of Citizens Coach
Company of July 19, 1957, do not contain information with refer-
ence to the requested zone fare, it is requested that you treat
as deleted from that letter that portion with reference to zone
fares, and substitute the form of ordinance attached hereto for
the form of ordinance attached to the said letter. '
Very truly yours,
CITIZENS COACH COMPANY
By David S. Durbin
Vice President ".
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July 29, 1957 - Contfd.
11I There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,411
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��OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, REVISING SECTION 12 OF SAID
(ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 AND SECTION 1 OF SAID ORDINANCE NO. 10,411, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
IIAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
!('which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Hollis moved, seconded by
II�Alderman Winder, that the proposed ordinance be referred to the Utilities Committee.
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As a substitute to this motion, Alderman Loy moved, seconded by Alderman Griffey, that
the proposed ordinance be referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for a
Ijlmeeting to be held at 7:00 o�clock p.m. on Monday, August 12, 1957, which motion was
4j adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council.
There was then presented a petition from B. B. Hunter for a curb out of 30 fee
Rupon at 2014 West Second Street to permit ingress and egress to a Parking Lot, which petitio
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, was granted.
11 There was then presented a petition from J. B. Shillcutt for a curb cut of 100
There was then presented a protest petition from a number of residents in the
ea, against the unsanitary conditions from houses located at 1805, 1807, 1811 and 1813
ster Street. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, and by
viva voce vote of the members of the Council, said petition was referred to
the Health Department with power to act.
Ilj There was then presented the Annual Report of the Housing Authority of the City
of Little Rock for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded
by Alderman Griffey, was received and filed.
SThere was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account, Cash
;Receipts and Disbursements, together with number of Customers by Classification from the
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at 1001 Markham Street with a maximum of 6 feet curb set -back, which petition,
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upon motion of Alderman Miller, seconded by Alderman Griffey, was granted.
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There was then presented a petition from Southern Cotton Oil Company for a curb
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cut of 38 feet at,the Southeast of intersection of East Ninth Street on Bond Street,
l`lwhich
petition, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, was granted.
jjThere
was then presented a petition from Hunter Memorial Methodist Church for
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permit to erect a sanctuary on the Northeast corner of Eleventh and McAlmont Streets
according to original plans, stating that due to the change in the proposed route of the
new Expressway to go east of the old University Hospital, this would not interfere with
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right -of -way to be acquired by the Arkansas State Highway Department. Upon motion of
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Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Loy, said petition was granted, together with a
pj.
!Waiver
of Yard Space requirements.
There was then presented a petition from Welch Street Baptist Church for per-
mission to erect three church directional signs, one to be at the Southwest corner of
Roosevelt Road and Welch Street, one on the West side of Barber Street in the 2400 Block
and one on the East side of College Street near the South end of the 2600 Block. Upon
Iilmotion
of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Corley, said petition was granted.
Alderman Griffey then presented a verbal petition on behalf of Mrs. W. W. Brown
llfor
an extension of a period of six months on a permit previously granted by the Council
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to permit the parking of a trailer at King Tut Motel at 4601 Asher Avenue on April 9,
`11956.
Upon motion of Alderman Griffey; seconded by Alderman Loy, said petition was
�lgranted.
There was then presented a protest petition from a number of residents in the
ea, against the unsanitary conditions from houses located at 1805, 1807, 1811 and 1813
ster Street. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, and by
viva voce vote of the members of the Council, said petition was referred to
the Health Department with power to act.
Ilj There was then presented the Annual Report of the Housing Authority of the City
of Little Rock for the year 1956, which report, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded
by Alderman Griffey, was received and filed.
SThere was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account, Cash
;Receipts and Disbursements, together with number of Customers by Classification from the
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July 29, 1957 - Gont +d.
709 of Trust Indenture of August 1, 1956. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Winder, said report was received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from Earl C. Sowder in regard to
disposition and use of the old University Hospital property, which communication, on
motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, was referred to the Finance Committe
There was then presented an application from Mrs. Nettie L. Robinson, Directorl
Fine Arts Museum, for disability salary of $100.00 per two weeks for a period of 21
months beginning October 1, 1957 and terminating June 1, 1959, under the terms of
Ordinance No. 6775, which application carried the approval of the Finance Committee.
Upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said application was
approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans
presiding).
There was then presented an application from Edgar E. Stoops, Lineman in the
Electric Department, for disability salary of $130.00 per two weeks for a period of
14 months and 5 days beginning August 7, 1957 and terminating October 11, 1958, under
the terms of Ordinance No. 6775, which application carried the approval of the Finance
Committee, and upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Winder, was approved
by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,592, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9127 PROVIDING FOR THE
PLUMBING INSPECTOR TO BE CERTIFIED AS A MASTER PLUMBER BY THE ARKANSAS STATE BOARD OF
PLUMBING DIVISION UNDER ACT 200 OF 1951 AND ALSO BY THE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF THE
PLUMBERS FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; -
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No !vote 'taken-'upon the-question,-Shall the Ordinance Pass.,. the result being as .
ifollows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
lordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,593, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 9 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED BY PROVIDING
THAT,CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE PUBLIC WORK.S.DEPARTMENT SHALL
BE COMPENSATED BY EX'T'RA PAY, COMPUTED AT THE STRAIGHT RATE OF PAY UNDER THE SALARY
SCHEDULE APPLYING TO SAID EMPLOYEES WHEN SAID EMPLOYEE IS REQUIRED TO WORK IN EXCESS OF
40 HOURS A WEEK;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
iof the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
(members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,'
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
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total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14 OF ORDINANCE N0, 9006 AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCES 9207, 9467, 9943 AND 10,094 ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES FOR ALL UNIFORMED
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OFFICERS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT EXCEPT CHIEF OF POLICE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, and upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Winder, was referred to the Finance Committee and Safety Committee.'{
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,594, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING THE JOB OF COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER AS OUTLINED IN
ORDINANCE NO. 8967; AND CREATING ONE (1) ADDITIONAL POSITION OF LIEUTENANT IN THE
LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY THEREFOR; AMENDING IN PART,
SECTION 14 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
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1 were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Miller, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
(Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,595, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED AND SIXTY-
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EIGHT DOLLARS ($2,668.00) TO PAY DOCTOR, DOCTOR BILLS AND HOSPITAL BILL OF OFFICER
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R. B. LANKFORD WHO WAS SHOT IN THE LINE OF DUTY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
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Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council - elect,.upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Hollis, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
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Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon,)
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I said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,596, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($350.00)
TO PURCHASE FIFTY THOUSAND (50,000) TRAFFIC SUMMONS TICKETS FOR THE USE OF THE CITY OF
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LITTLE ROCK TRAFFIC DIVISION IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
July 29, 1957 - Cont' d.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Miller, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,597, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY -EIGHT
DOLLARS AND TEN CENTS ($2,528.10) TO PAY FOR A HALF YEAR'S PREMIUM ON INSURANCE ON
CITY OWNED BUILDINGS AS AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,563, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Corley, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding), Whereupon;
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,598, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO TAKE
BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT RADIO EQUIPMENT,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; -Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,599, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) HOT AIR STERILIZER FOR THE USE OF THE
MILK AND DAIRY DIVISION OF THE CITY HEALTH DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AT A
COST NOT TO EXCEED FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS ($400.00); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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July 29, 1957 - Conti d.
IilCouncil present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
� I Council-elect , upon motion of Alderman Ho o d, seconded by AldeI rman Corley, the rules III
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were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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members of the Council present, being nine in number and more, than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows:
Ayes
- Miller,
Hollis,
Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, G'riffey,
Reid and Parris -
total 9;
Noes
- none;
Absent -
none.
(Alderman Evans presiding).
Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,600, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OFIPUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE (1) DUMP TRUCK FOR {USE IN THE STREET DEPART-
IIMENT, WITH TRADE -IN OF-ONE (1) 191+6 CHEVROLET DUMP TRUCK, S -154, AT A COST NOT TO EXC
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Grliffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,601, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS AND AWARD A CONTRACT TO THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER ON APPROXIMATELY
1(}00 LINEAR FEET OF CURB AND GUTTER AND NECESSARY RETURNS ON 13T17i STREET BETWEEN
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11BROADWAY AND GAINES, THE MONEY TO BE APPROPRIATED FROM THE AUTO AND/OR ROAD FUND, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
;which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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(Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
(suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
(jjjof the Council present, being nine in number and more than two thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
i
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last (time, and the Aye and No
ivote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
�IAyes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reidland Parris - total 9;
IiNoes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance
Ilwas declared passed. f
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,602, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUI�BLIC AFFAIRS TO
(ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAND FROM THE REBSAMEN
PARK GOLF COURSE, APPROPRIATING ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1000.00) FOR THIS WORK, AND FOR
�IIOTHER PURPOSES;
SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($7,000.00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote
of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the
'Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Hood, the rules
�Iwere
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the
�flmembers
of the Council present, being nine in number and more
than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Grliffey, Reid and Parris -
total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,601, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS AND AWARD A CONTRACT TO THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER ON APPROXIMATELY
1(}00 LINEAR FEET OF CURB AND GUTTER AND NECESSARY RETURNS ON 13T17i STREET BETWEEN
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11BROADWAY AND GAINES, THE MONEY TO BE APPROPRIATED FROM THE AUTO AND/OR ROAD FUND, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
;which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
I
(Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
(suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
(jjjof the Council present, being nine in number and more than two thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
i
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last (time, and the Aye and No
ivote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
�IAyes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reidland Parris - total 9;
IiNoes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance
Ilwas declared passed. f
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,602, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUI�BLIC AFFAIRS TO
(ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE REMOVAL OF SAND FROM THE REBSAMEN
PARK GOLF COURSE, APPROPRIATING ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1000.00) FOR THIS WORK, AND FOR
�IIOTHER PURPOSES;
July 29, 1957 - Conttd.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine in number and mdre than two- thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Corley, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,603, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND AI4ARD A CONTRACT FOR WATER PROOFING THE FINE ARTS MUSEUM,
APPROPRIATING TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($2,500.00) FOR THIS WORK, AND FOR 0TH
!(PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
!Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of.the
(Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules were
!suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
!the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, the
!rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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!follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
�Itotal 9; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Alderman Evans presiding). Whereupon, said
�uordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
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(!intention to purchase, by advertising for bids and make payment for, various items for
('various departments, each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments,
upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, were approved.
�i The following bills and Payrolls for the month of July, 1957 having been
(,,approved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs, were
(then allowed and ordered paid by-the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
jCorley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none.
;((Alderman Evans presiding).
PAYROLLS,
161.04
11,978.68
254.34
76,732.84
I� 12,179.54
254.34
�i 77,377.06
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(BILLS:
IIi Adams Company, S. G. 54 59 Airkem Sales & Service 36 34
Allen Monument Works, Inc 12 50 Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co(2) 81 09
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc 42 82 Allsopp & Chapple (2) 30 65
Alman Company, Sol (2) 28 00 Anderson & Newell,Gen.Agts. 842 70
Archer Drug Company (2) 9 20 Arkansas Animal Hospital 37 15
Arkansas Baptist Hospital 1,637 22 Arkansas Electric Co 48
Arkansas Foundry Co (2) 14 30 Arkansas Foundry Cc 203 71
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (2) 221 54 Arkansas Fuel Oil Co 252 27
( Arkansas Globe Chemical Co 29 70 Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co 145 65
II( Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co 249 14 Arkansas Power & Light Cc 4,203 33
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Jul
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IIIBILLS• - Cont'd
Arkansas Power & Light Co
93
47
Arkansas Sheet Metal & Roofing
4.20
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
(8)
111
65
Arkansas State Revenue Dept(4)
857
29
�ll
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
237
18
Arkansas Stat. & Furniture Co
275
00
Armour & Company
174
86
Automotive Supply Co
5
15
Bailey Company, Carl
12
57
Bale Chevrolet Co (4)1,842
56
Bale Chevrolet Co
84
82
Balfour Printing Co
2
01
Besser Hardware Co
29
05
Big -4 Auto Parts Co
14
03
I
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
1,012
11
Bird, Lange & Marris
842
70
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Service
10
83
Bob & Orin1s Rebuilders Serv.
18
88
1;
Bush - Caldwell Co
(2)
24
90
Calder, Thomas M.
10
00
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Capital Welding Supply Co
17
13
Capital Welding Supply Co
15
80
Capitol Chemical & Supply Co
(4)
364
53
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co
31
65
Caple Tractor Co., Gus
14
95
Cash Wholesale Co
21
75
Printing Co
49
96
Central Surgical Co
30
38
lCentral
Chicago,Rock Is. & Pac. R.R.
514
88
Choctaw, Inc.
48
40
Choctaw, Inc.
1,378
12
Clark Equipment Co
189
25
ill
Coger Warehouse, Inc.,W,B,
254
04
Commercial Radio Monitoring
25
00
Consolidated Wholesale Co
4
82
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(6)
160
45
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
99
Ol
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
4
89
Cosgrove & Henry, Drs.
5
00
Crane Company (5)
103
42
Criner, Annie L. Mrs.
204
00
Criss Cross Directory (2)
17
52
Criss & Shaver, Inc
1,430
80
Crow - Burlingame Cc (8)
177
39
III
Crow - Burlingame Co
62
24
Darragh Company
45
60
III
Darragh Company
38
89
Dawes, W. S.
48
00
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DeSoto Hardware Co
(6)
225
02
DeSoto Hardware Co
1
29
Dillaha Fruit Co
(2)
246
95
D -X Sunray Oil Co (3)
219
94
D -X Sunray Oil Co
183
54
Ellis Wrecker Serv.,Leonard
22
50
Enterprise Harness Co
18
31
Enterprise Lumber Co
25
71
Esso Standard Oil Co
4
23
Euclid- Arkansas Inc.
4,504
55
Fagan Electric Co
(3)
146
34
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print
2
66
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl
(2)
16
58
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
3
86
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Fire Protection Dept.
14
99
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
8
04
555, Inc.
(5)
175
97
555, Inc.
44
36
Pones Bros. hardware Co
(6)
95
26
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
123
06
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co
(4)
43
91
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co
32
14
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Gamewell Company, The
33
91
Garrison, J. F.
30
24
Garver Manufacturing Co
130
00
Gazette Publishing Co (2)
102
06
General Electric Supply Co
(2)
217
33
Gibson Products Co
34
77
Glover Equipment Co
5
47
Glover Equipment Co
9
29
Goff Wholesale Grocery
30
16
Goldman & Company, Inc
6
25
Goldman & Company, Inc
20
60
Goodrich Company, B. F.
486
94
Goodyear Service Stores
(2)
220
92
Graybar Electric Co
42
04
Gurley, W. & L. E.
13
82
Hackman Paint & Supply Co
38
69
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam
(4)
44
59
Hartenstein Elevator Cc
22
50
Hatley, William J.
29
54
Herndon, Lea
165
15
Himstedt Supply Co
32
65
Hogan & Company, Ben M. 97,843
65
Hollis & Company
(3)
28
26
Hollis & Company
160
89
Hollis & Company
1
31
Home Ice Company (2)
80
34.
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Home Ice Company
101
97
Home Insurance Co
278
25
Honeysuckle, C. 0.
264
00
Independent Linen Service(5)
98
86
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
55
30
International Harvester Co(2)
3,736
51
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International Harvester Co
6,582
73
Jordan Printing & Stat.Co
203
94
Kem -Tox Corporation, The
24
85
Kern - Limerick, Inc.
2
80
Keyes, Ralph
10
00
Leimer & Son, Gus C. (3)
4
64
Lewis - Diesel Engine Co
25
39
Lion Oil Co
49
06
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Lion Oil Co
2,496
57
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
4,272
03
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
22
70
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Co
14
40
Little Rock Paper Co
28
50
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Little Rock Road Machinery Co
95
83
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
20
49
ji
Longstreth, O.D. Jr., City Atty
94
50
Lyons Machinery Co
29
51
McKinley, D.W. & St.Paul Fire
&
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
6
27
IIIMarine
Co
110
00
Mak -A -Sign Co
30
12
May Supply Co
(2)
4
80
May Supply Co
6
18
Meyer's Bakery Co
(2)
88
63
Meyer - Blanke Co
27
26
Mine Safety Appliance Co
29
70
Mohawk Tire Co (5)
275
29
Mohawk Tire Co
72
03
Mohawk Tire Co
14
75
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Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
38
03
Moody Supply Co
37
08
Moody Supply Co
120
46
Motorola Com.& Electronics
173
90
National Builders Supply, Inc
36
05
Nelson Co., N. 0. (2)
22
96
Newbill, Johnson & Ward, Drs.
100
00
New York Life Ins. Co
539
47
Nichols Equipment Co
12
80
Noble, Floyd
653
99
' Nolting Radiator Co
(2)
28
50
O'Neal Motors, Dutch
21
63
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Paragon Printing Co
56
02
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co
46
35
Pattee Printing Co, Fred
(2)
117
01
Payne Service Co., Floyd
14
60
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Pitney- Bowes, Inc.
56
40
Postmaster, Little Rock,Ark(3)
530
00
Railway Express Agency
2
08
Ramsey Top Shop
12
88
Rands Inc.
63
35
Reasor -Hill Corporation
121
00
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Rebsamen & East, Inc,
286
20
Rebsamen Motor Company (2)
210
72
Rebsamen Motor Company
1
42
Remington Rand
6
12
Harley- Davidson Co
193
08
Riggs Tractor Co.,J.A.
10
95
lRichards
Roach Paper Co
5
61
Roc -Arc Water Co
1
75
Royal Typewriter Co
9
67
Sargent & Co., E. H.
54
96
Schuermann, Lucy
11
98
Schwander, Howard M.D.
630
00
Sherwin - Williams Co., The
4
77
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs.
30
00
Silver Creek Precision Corp.
3
74
Southern Ice Co
14
42
Southern Radio Supply, Inc
33
99
Southland Building Prod.Co
16
93
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,487
38
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Sparks Agency, D. A.
6
33
Spaulding Athletic Goods (2)
36
57
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Stanley Sound Service
239
00
Stannard, Virginia Mrs.
50
00
l State Printing & Publ. Co
43
26
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
14
79
Superior Spring Co (2)
30
08
Superior Spring Co
9
00
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo. S.
136
60
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo.S.
55
59
Terminix Company
43
87
Texas Company, The (2)
1,513
00
July 29, 1957 - Contd.
BILLS* - Cont'd.
Texas Company, The
3,44B
27
Townsend, Dale
4
5 0
Turner Company, G. L.
29
18
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co (6)
170
49
Ware, W. C., City Clerk
4
50
Watts & Hughes
278
25
Welders Supply Company
10
83
Westinghouse Electric Supply Co
24
93
Wiseman, E. E.
20
40
Wraps Stave Co., W.R., Inc
14
41
Wright Service Co
67
10
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G. 500 00
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Gamewell Company, The
HIGHWAY BOND FUND:
First National Bank 154,302 75
FIRE DEPARTMENT BOND FUND:
Union National Bank 50,684 04
GARBAGE PLANT BOND FUND:
Worthen Bank and Trust Company 425 62
NICIPAL AIRPORT BOND FUND:
Worthen Bank and Trust Company 2,620 00
Thompson - Hayward Chemical Co(4)
677
80
Treadway Electric Co (6)
115
81
University of Denver
3
00
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
55
34
Watkins, Charles J. Dr.
125
00
Weideman, Walter
50
00
Wellman, Helen
204
00
Western Union
6
30
Woodruff, Franklin S.
10
00
Wraps Stave CO.,W.R., Inc
1
44
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, August 12, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:� J
Acting Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
August 12, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
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The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for City Clerk W. C. Ware,;
and the following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
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Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
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ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
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motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Evans.
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Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, moved that the Council stand for
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one minute in silent tribute to Judge Harper E. Harb who had served as Judge for the
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Little Rock Municipal Court since 1927 until his death on Sunday, August 11, 1957•
iAlderman Winder then moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that the City Hall be closed
on Tuesday, August 13, 1957 from 10 :00 o'clock A. M. until 1:00 o'clock P. M. in respectjlj
to Judge Harb during the hour the funeral,
of allowing any employees who could to attenJI)
Alderman Griffey also moved, seconded by Alderman Evans, that the Mayor forward a letteril
to the family of Judge Harb on behalf of the City Officials. I!
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons in Success Addi-
tion to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, representing themselves to be the owners of
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two - thirds or more in value of the real property affected, asking the City to create an
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`improvement district for the purpose of grading, draining (by storm sewer if necessary),
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land paving, the following part of the following streets in the City of Little Rock,
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Arkansas, to -wit:
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Coolidge Street, also known as Cox Street, from the North
line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South line of
"L" Street, also known as "A" Street;
Mellon Street, also known as Caruth Street, from the North �
line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South line of
"H" Street, also known as "E" Street, and from the South line of
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"K" Street, also known as Evergreen, and "B" Street to South line
of "L" Street, also known as "A" Street;
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Bryan Street, also known as Hope Street,from the North line I�
Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South line of "L"
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also known as "A" Street; 1I
iStreet,
which petition was accompanied by a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company �i
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
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value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
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had been published on July 26, 1957 and August 2, 1957 notifying all interested persons
to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so
(desiring were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
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Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,604).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,604, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 616 OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; it
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
,Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
�ICouncil-
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elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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lof the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
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the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons in Success Addi-
tion to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, representing themselves to be the owners of
two - thirds or more in value of the real property affected, asking the City to create an
I mprovement district for the purpose of curbing and guttering, the following part of
the following streets in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
Coolidge Street, also known as Cox Street, from the North
line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South line of
"L" Street, also known as "A" Street;
Mellon Street, also known as Caruth Street, from the North
line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South line of
"H" Street, also known as "E" Street, and from the South line of
"K" Street, also known as Evergreen Street, and "B" Street, to
South line of "L" Street, also known as "A" Street;
Bryan Street, also known as Hope Street, from the North line
of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South line of "L"
Street, also known as "A" Street;
which petition was accompanied by a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published on July 26, 1957 and August 2, 1957, notifying all interested persons
to'appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so
desiring were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,605).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,605, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 617 OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons in Success Addi-
tion representing themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the
real property lying in the following described part of the City of Little Rock, County.
of Pulaski, State of Arkansas, to -wit:
All of Success Addition to the City of Little Rock, and
South Half (S2) Northwest quarter (MITI Southwest Quarter
(SW4) and East Half (E2) South Half (52) North Half (N2),
Northwest (NW) Southwest (SW), Section 36, Township 2 North,
Range 13 West; Except Lots 1 and 2, Block 8, and Lots 11 and
12, Block 25, in Success Addition;
asking the City to create an improvement district to include the above described real,
property for the purpose of constructing within the District, a sanitary sewer collec-
tion system to connect with the basic sanitary sewer system of the City of Little Rock.
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!Il Attached to said petition was a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
alb stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
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illvalue of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
lIlhad been published on July 26, 1957 and August 2, 1957, notifying all interested person
to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so
h desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid
said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,606).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,606, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 131 OF THE CITY OF
QI LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the
' I'I rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
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and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
I� follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
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� Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons in Success Addi-
tion representing themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the
owners of real property lying in the following described part of the City of Little
Rock, County of Pulaski, State of Arkansas, to -wit:
All of Success Addition to the City of Little Rock, and
South Half (S2) Northwest Quarter (NW-,1i7) Southwest Quarter
(SW2) and East Half (E2) South Half (S2) North Half (N2),
Northwest (NW) Southwest (SW), Section 36, Township 2 North,
Range 13 West; Except Lots 1 and 2, Block 8, and Lots 11 and
12, Block 25, in Success Addition;
III There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,607, entitled:
`i AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GAS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 132 OF THE CITY OF
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III LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
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asking the City to create an improvement district to include the above described real
property for the purpose of laying gas mains to supply the habitants and owners of such
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territory with gas, and in order to procure said gas to construct gas mains to a source
outside the boundaries of the District, and the Commissioners to be elected may enter
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a contract or contracts for a gas supply, or may purchase gas to be redistributed
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to the consumers on the gas mains built by the District. Attached to said petition was
a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company stating that the signers thereof
represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed value of the owners of real prop-
erty within said territory. It was stated that notice had been published on July 26,
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1957 and August 2, 1957, notifying all interested persons to appear at this time and
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place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard in the
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premises. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, said petition was
granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,607).
III There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,607, entitled:
`i AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING GAS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 132 OF THE CITY OF
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III LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
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(suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
(total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,608, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
(THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 128
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OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
'which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of.the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman.Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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(Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
�i There was then presented the resignation of C. C. Collie, Jr. as Commissioner
in Street Improvement District No. 605, which resignation, upon motion of Alderman Hood
seconded by Alderman Reid, was accepted and received and filed. (See Resolution No.
2157).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2157, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONER IN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 605;
�Ilwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
!Alderman Hollis, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
,Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,609, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST
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QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER (NE-4 NE4 SE-LO OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE
13 WEST; CONTAINING 10 ACRES MORE OR LESS; AND ALL OF POINT 01 WOODS ADDITION CONSIST-
ING OF LOTS NUMBERED 1.TO 108, INCLUSIVE, TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY,
ARKANSAS;
Ilwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question) Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
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(Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
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passed.
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IIIThe emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,609 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
!�1Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none;
� Nbsent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,610, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO CONVEY BY QUIT CLAIM DEED
A PART OF LOT 1, BLOCK 4, ADAMS' ADDITION .TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO JAMES E. HOPSON
JR .,;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
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vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from E. E. Armbrust, Contractor, for a
curb cut of 70 feet at "R" and Pierce Streets for the Esso Training Station, which
petition, upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Winder, was approved.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,611, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,411
OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, REVISING SECTION 12 OF SAID
ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 AND SECTION 1 OF SAID ORDINANCE NO. 10,411, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on second reading, having been read the first time on July 29, 1957
and referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole, together with communications
from Citizens Coach Company dated July 19, 1957 and July 26, 1957, in regard to the Bus
Fare Increase as proposed. Alderman Loy then stated that on the opinion of the City
Attorney this ordinance did not require the customary three consecutive readings or
suspension of rules for passage, and moved, seconded by Alderman Griffey, that the
ordinance be adopted as read the first time. Roll call was then had on this motion wi
the following result: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 5; Noes -
Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder and Parris - total 5; Absent - none. This being a tie-
vote,. the Mayor
was then called
upon for
a vote.
Whereupon, the
Mayor voted Aye; being
total Ayes - 6;
total Noes - 5;
Absent
- none.
On the opinion
of Assistant City
Attorney Joseph Brooks, it was ruled that the ordinance be declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,611 was then read
and was declared adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Evans, Griffey and
Reid - total 5; Noes - Miller, Hollis, Hood, Winder and Parris - total 5; Absent -
none; Mayor Mann - Aye; Total Ayes - 6; Total Noes - 5; Absent - none. (Communica-
tions received and filed). (See Amendment 7 of the State Constitution which requires
two - thirds majority of the Council -elect for suspension of the rules on an emergency
clause).
Alderman Miller then introduced a group of residents in the First Ward who
tested the using of various streets by the Citizens Coach Company on which to opera
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the Bus Line other than the designated routes. Alderman Hood then stated that there
had been numerous complaints in Ward Three on the same matter. Upon motion of Alderman
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said matter was referred to the Utilities Committee
for investigation and consultation with Citizens Coach Company officials.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,612, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF PARKING METERS ON ASHLEY STREET
ON THE EAST SIDE FROM THE UNDERPASS TO THE END OF THE STREET, AND ON THE WEST SIDE FROM
MARKHAM STREET NORTH TO THE END OF THE STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Evans, the-rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman
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Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - 'total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,613, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MILK AND DAIRY SECTION OF SECTION 11, OF ORDINANCE
NO. 9006 AS AMENDED; BY ESTABLISHING A NEW SALARY RANGE FOR THE POSITION OF MAID IN THE
MILK AND DAIRY DEPARTMENT, REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT
THEREWITH AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were
(suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,614, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) TO ESTABLISH A
MILK AND DAIRY TRAVEL EXPENSE FUND FOR USE IN PAYING THE TRAVEL EXPENSE OF EMPLOYEES
OF THE MILK AND DAIRY DIVISION OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT; FIXING THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR
SUPERVISION AND OPERATION OF SAID FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
(Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
(members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
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Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none, Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
ipassed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,615, entitled:
f AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED FORTY -SIX DOLLARS AND SIXTEEN
(CENTS
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FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO PAY THE SALARY OF THE ACTING MAYOR FROM JULY 29 THROUGH
AUGUST 9, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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total 9; Noes - none; Absent - none; Present and Not voting - Evans - total 1.
(Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,616, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; $242.52
FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
imembers of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
imembers of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declaredi
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,617, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
(ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS ON AND PURCHASE ONE (1) TWO (2) TON AIR CONDITIONER UNIT AT A
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COST NOT TO EXCEED THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) AND ONE (1) PAIR DOUBLE ACTING DOORS
WITH FRAME AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED THIRTY DOLLARS ($30.00) FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
CONSTRUCTION FUND, FOR USE OF THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
`Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
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Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declaredi
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,618, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE.AND SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION CERTAIN EQUIPMENT IN THE OLD CITY HOSPITAL
BUILDINGS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in. number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance.read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Hood, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none.. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,619, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS ON ONE (1) PRE -CAST BRIDGE FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
(members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
P,arris's� total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance -was declare
,passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,620, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS
FOR, AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT TO PURCHASE LIGHT BULBS AS THEY MAY BE NEEDED BY THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 1957 TO SEPTEMBER 9, 1958, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris
total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2158, granting to W. C.. Ware, City
Clerk a Ninety Day Leave of Absence with full pay, due to ill health, which resolution
was read in full, and upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, was
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adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a Financial Analysis Report from the Office of the
City Clerk dated August 9, 1957, showing total expenditures to date, and average
monthly requirements for the balance of the year 1957, which report, upon motion of
Alderman Loy,seconded by Alderman Griffey, was received and filed.
In connection with the above Financial Analysis Report, Alderman Loy then made
the following recommendations from the Finance Committee:
(1) That only emergency purchases be made for the balance
of the year with approval by the Purchasing Agent.
(2) That the Civil Service Director be instructed to not
hire any personnel to fill vacancies that may occur,
without approval of the Finance Committee.
(3) That monthly payments starting in August be made to
Rebsamen Motor Company for the purchase of 20 new cars
for the Police Department, payment for which had been
delayed until not later than December 31, 1957 by
agreement with Mr. Raymond Rebsamen.
(See Ordinance No. 10,435, passed January 21, 1957 authorizing purchase, and Council
Minutes of March 25, 1957 on agreement). Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, said recommendation was approved and adopted by unanimous viva voce
vote of the Council.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase by advertising for bids, and make payment for various items for
various departments, each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments,
upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, were approved.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, August 26, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
August 26, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
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The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the,City.Clerk.
and the following Aldermen present: Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid
and Parris - total 8; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
themselves to be a majority or more in value of the owners of real property lying in
the following part of the City of Little Rock, County of Pulaski and State of Arkansas,
to -wit:
South Half (S2) Northwest Quarter (NW11 Southwest Quarter II
(SW) and East Half (Ez) South Half (Sz) North Half (N2),
Northwest (NW) Southwest (SW) �I
All of Success-Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
except
Lots 4 to 9, inclusive, of Block 15,
Lots 1 to 9, inclusive, of Block 16,
All of Block 17, 18, and 24
Lots 1 to 6, inclusive, and Lots 10, 11, and 12,
Block 23,
Lots 3 and 4, Block 1,
Lots 1 and 2. Block 8,
Lots 11 and 12, Block 25,
All in Section 36, Township 2 North, Range 13 West;
l�which property is contiguous to Water Improvement District No. 78, and lying between
"L" and Lee Streets; Butler and Hughes Streets and adjoining acreage; asking the City i
to create an improvement district for the purpose of laying water mains to supply the
iinhabitants of said territory with water, and in order to procure said water to con- ;+
struct water mains to a source outside the boundaries of the district, and the commis- II
Isioners may enter into a contract or contracts for a water supply, or may purchase water ,
1� to be redistributed to the consumers on the water mains built by the district, as they
Imay deem best; such water mains to be constructed in such a manner and with such mater -
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fl ials and to be located in such places as the commissioners may deem for the best interest
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(of the property holders. Filed with said petition was a certificate from the.Little
IRock Abstract Company stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of assesse(
lvalue of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published on August 9, 1957 and August 16, 1957 notifying all interested per-
sons to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all per-
sons so desiring were heard therein. There being no protests presented, upon motion of
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Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (Water Improvement
(District No. 78 -Annex No. 1. See Ordinance No. 10,621).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,621, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING A CERTAIN PORTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
TO WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
�l Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
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suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,622, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE WIDTH OF PAVEMENT ON "H" STREET FROM THE WEST LINE OF
HAYES STREET TO THE WEST LINE OF McKINLEY STREET; FIXING THE WIDTH OF PAVEMENT ON "H"
STREET FROM THE WEST LINE OF McKINLEY STREET TO THE EAST LINE OF HUGHES STREET; AND
FIXING THE WIDTH OF PAVEMENT ON "H" STREET FROM THE EAST LINE OF HUGHES STREET TO THE
EAST LINE OF MISSISSIPPI STREET (AVENUE);
(Re: Street Improvement District No. 614 and Curb and Gutter Improvement District No.
615); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading. Alderman Loy moved,
seconded by Alderman Corley, that said ordinance be amended on second reading as fol-
lows: "Section 4. This ordinance effective subject to additional 212 feet dedication
of property on the North side of "H" Street between Hayes and McKinley Streets, so as
to provide for a total of 7 feet dedication north of the curb on the North side of "H"
Street between Hayes and McKinley Streets ". Said motion was adopted by unanimous vote
of the members of the Council and the ordinance was read the second time as amended;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being eight in number and
more'than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordi-
nance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total
2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,623, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 3939 ALLOWING THE PROPERTY OWNERS ON EVERGREEN
STREET FROM HUGHES TO 150 (ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY) FEET WEST OF COOLIDGE TO INSTALL
CURB AND GUTTER WHICH WILL BE 27 (TWENTY- SEVEN) FEET BACK TO BACK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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There was then presented a petition from International Paper Company, Long -
Bell Division, on behalf of Mrs. Stella K. Bostic, for a waiver of Zoning Ordinance
No. 5420, requesting that a permit be issued to Mrs. Bostic to convert and enlarge a
porch into a den on her duplex residence at 1412 South Cedar Street. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said petition was granted and the City
Engineer instructed to issue permit for same by the following roll call: Ayes - Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - none; Absent -
Miller and Hollis - total 2.
There was then presented a petition from Dickmann- Pickens -Bond Construction
Company, for a curb cut of 40 feet and 10 inches at 515 West Markham Street for a drive
in parking deck for Bale Chevrolet Company. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Evans, said petition was approved, subject to the approval of the Traffic
Bureau and City Engineer.
There was then presented a petition from a large number of residents in the
vicinity of Markham and Hayes Streets, West and North, requesting Bus Service in that
area and stressing the urgent need for same for school children, and proposing the
following route: "Extension of 7th Street bus from Markham and Hayes Street, west on
Markham to Mississippi, north on Mississippi to "H" Street, east on "H" Street to Hayes.
The above we would like for a permanent route, but we would like an alternate route
immediately until "H" Street is completely finished ". Upon motion of Alderman Loy,
seconded by Alderman Griffey, said petition was referred to the Aldermen of the Fifth
Ward to request a temporary route for a period of thirty days from Citizens Coach
Company, and a meeting of the Utilities Committee to be called during that period to
determine the possibility of a permanent route.
There was then presented a communication from Mrs. Louis C. Muller, Jr.,
requesting Bus service to and from Central High School for students living in the
Broadmoor area, and to also include College Terrace and Point O'Woods Additions. Upon
motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said matter was referred to the
Aldermen of the Fourth Ward for them to contact officials of the Citizens Coach Company
in regard to this service.
There was then presented a communication from R. C. Davis, of Marks Consumers
Coffee Company, 224 West Capitol, requesting a proportionate amount of refund on his
privilege license purchased on July lst, 1957, due to a fire on July 29, 1957 which
required removing to a new location that would not be available until January 1, 1958,
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which communication carried the following reports: "The policy of the Collector's
Office is not to make refunds for the payment of Privilege Taxes, therefore, I recommen
this request be denied "; signed by Roy Beard, City Collector; and "Request Denied -
Finance Committee "; signed by Franklin E. Loy, Ray Winder and Harold H. Reid. Upon
Ilmotion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the report of the Finance Com-
mittee was adopted and said request denied.
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor on the appointment of
kk Mr. Frank H. Cox to the Little Rock Planning Commission to fill the unexpired term of
I sMr. James C. Weber, resigned, said term to expire November 1, 1957. Upon motion of
approved b
Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said appointment wa pp y the fol-
lowing roll call:. Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total 2.
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There was then presented a communication from the Mayor on the appointment of
Mr. Edward Bennett, Attorney, to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Warren Baldwin on the
Little Rock Auditorium Commission, stating that said term would expire on March 1, 1958.1
(Last appointment of Mr. Baldwin shows term to expire January 1, 1958). Upon motion I
of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said appointment was approved by the
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following roll call: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris-1
total 8; Noes - none; Absent „ - Miller and Hollis - total 2.
There was then presented the Certificate of Appointment by Governor Orval E.
IFaubus of Harry C. Robinson, as Judge of the Little Rock Municipal Court -First Division,
to fill the unexpired term of Judge Harper E. Herb, deceased, said term to expire on
December 31, 1959, together with the Oath of Office of Harry C. Robinson, having been
duly administered by William J. Kirby, Circuit Judge of Pulaski County, Arkansas. Upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, said Certificate and Oath were
received and filed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Little Rock Auditorium
(Commission for the period ending June 30, 1957, which report, upon motion of Alderman
(Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, was received and filed.
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Mayor Mann then introduced a group representing themselves to be members of
the Little Rock Road Ramblers Club, an organization to promote Safety for Teen -age
Drivers. Franklin Yost, speaking for the group, stated that the Club desired to donate
a Decibel Meter to the City of Little Rock, stating this meter would aid in the enforce-
ment of the Anti -Noise Ordinance. Alderman Griffey moved, seconded by Alderman Evans,
that said Decibel Meter be accepted by the City of Little Rock and that the Mayor
direct a letter of appreciation to the Little Rock Road Ranblers Club on behalf of City
Officials, which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the Council.
Alderman Reid then introduced Mr. C. E. Daniel and Mrs. C. C. McKinney, who
spoke in regard to the use of fluorine in the Water Supply, and requesting that said
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fluoridation be discontinued. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Evans,
Isaid matter was referred to the Health Committee.
' There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED, INCREASING THE SALARY
(RANGE OF ALL NON UNIFORM LITTLE ROCK CITY EMPLOYEES $520.00 PER YEAR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, sec-
onded by Alderman Winder, said proposed ordinance was referred to the Finance Committee
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,624, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY CLERKIS OFFICE BE PAID AT
THEIR REGULAR RATE OF PAY WHEN REQUIRED TO WORK ON HOLIDAYS AND SATURDAYS DUE TO THE
ABSENCE FROM THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AND ONE SECRETARY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Griffey, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris -
total 8; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinan
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,625, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THREE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($300.00) TO ESTABLISH A
MILK AND DAIRY TRAVEL EXPENSE FUND FOR USE IN PAYING THE TRAVEL EXPENSE OF EMPLOYEES
OF THE MILK AND DAIRY DIVISION OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT; FIXING THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR
SUPERVISION AND OPERATION OF SAID FUND; PROVIDING FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OF SAID FUND
BY PAYING SAID,FUNDS TO THE HEALTH OFFICER OR HIS DESIGNATED AGENT; REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 10,614; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council.- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Hollis - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then returned to the Council Ordinance No. 10,618, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO ADVERTISE AND SELL
AT PUBLIC AUCTION CERTAIN EQUIPMENT IN THE OLD CITY HOSPITAL BUILDINGS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES "; passed by the City Council on August 12, 1957 and vetoed by the Mayor on
August 15, 1957; together with the veto message of the Mayor as follows:
"August 15, 1957
Members of the City Council
RE: Ordinance: 10,618
Gentlemen:
This ordinance is being vetoed since it is the opinion of
the administration after discussing the matter with the
members of the Board of Public Affairs that disposing of
this equipment through sealed bids would be of more benefit
to the city.
Very truly yours,
Woodrow W. Mann
Mayor "
Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, moved that said veto be over - ridden. Roll
call was then had on this motion with the following result: Ayes - Corley, Hood,
Evans and Griffey - total 5; Noes - Loy, Reid and Parris - total 3; Absent - Miller
and Hollis - total 2. Whereupon, said motion to over -ride the Mayor's veto failing to
receive the necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Council - elect, said veto
was declared sustained.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,626, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ISE AND SELL CERTAIN EQUIPMENT IN THE OLD CITY HOSPITAL BUILDINGS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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August 26, 1957 - Cont'd.
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being eight in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
Evans - total 1; Absent _ Miller and Hollis - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a request from Mrs. Evelyn B. Dickens, Secretary in
the City Clerk's Office, stating that the maximum of 60 days sick leave and 21 days
vacation for employees and taken by her would expire on August 27, 1957, and requesting
an 'additional eleven days sick leave, effective August 28, 1957 through September 8,
1957. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, said request was
granted.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase, by advertising for bids, 500 pounds of #8 Hard Drawn Bare Copper
Wire for the Electric Department, at a cost of approximately $250.00; which carried
the approval of the Finance Committee, and upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by
Alderman Hood, was approved.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, September 9, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas, li
September 9, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, presiding in the absence of Mayor Woodrow
W. Mann, and the following Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
Griffey and Reid - total 8; Absent - Miller and Parris - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
Upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hollis, Alderman Loy was
elected Acting Mayor in the absence of Mayor Woodrow W. Mann, by the following roll
call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Miller and Parris - total 2; Present and Not Voting - Loy - total 1.
Whereupon, Alderman Loy was declared Acting Mayor in the absence of Mayor Woodrow W.
(Mann. I�
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon '
motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons representing
themselves to be the owners of all property in Block 1 and 4, McIntosh Addition No. 2
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, abutting on that part of Woodlawn Avenue running
from the West property line of Shamrock Drive to the East line of Beckwood Road, for a
,distance of approximately 300 feet, asking the City to vacate said portion of Woodlawn
Avenue as stated above. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,
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Monday, September 30, 1957 was set as the time and place for public hearing thereon.
(See Resolution No. 2159).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2159, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION FIXING. THE DATE AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON
IA PETITION TO VACATE THAT PART OF WOODLAWN AVENUE RUNNING FROM THE WEST PROPERTY LINE
OF SHAMROCK DRIVE TO THE EAST PROPERTY LINE OF BECKWOOD DRIVE FOR A DISTANCE OF '
!APPROXIMATELY 300 FEET, WHICH LIES BETWEEN BLOCKS 1 AND fa, McINTOSH ADDITION NO. 2 TO
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Corley, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey, and Reid - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Parris
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a Report from the Attorney for Street Improvement
District No. 593 of the resignation of James G., Mathis, a Commissioner in said District,
and the recommendation of the remaining Commissioners to appoint Warren Bass as a suc-
cessor to Mr. Mathis on said Board. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Corley, said resignation was accepted and report approved. (See Resolution No. 2160).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2160, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING A SUCCESSOR COMMISSIONER IN STREET IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 593;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Corley, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Parris -
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total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
September 9, 1957 - Cont'd.
�I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,627, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE NAME OF WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78 OF LITTLE
' !ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND OF ANNEX NO. 1 TO WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 78 OF LITTLE ROCK,
I
'ARKANSAS;
(See Water Improvement District No. 129 and Annex No.1 to 129); which ordinance was
read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present,
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect,
upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were suspended and
the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council
present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Council-
Ilelect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were again
(suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
'I .
Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes - none; Absent
(Miller and Parris - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance was
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�ideclared passed.
There was then presented a petition from A. E. Fuller, Fuller Feed and Seed'
,,,Company, for a waiver of yard space to permit construction of a new all metal warehouse
to within One foot of the East side property line at 3523 Asher Avenue, and also a
waiver of floor space area to.allow construction of the building with a floor space
area of 6,200 square feet. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans,
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Council present, said petition
was granted.
There was then presented a petition from Jack S. Horton, for a permit to
(replace a garage with a carport on property located at 1216 Scott Street, said carport
Ito be 38 feet in length, 18 feet in depth, 6 feet from side property lines and 4 feet
!from the alley property line, with entrance from the alley. Said petition carried the
lapproval of the Public Works Committee and upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by
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(Alderman Hood, was granted.
There was then presented a communication from the Citizens Coach Company,
dated September 6, 1957, in regard to proposed revised routes to be instituted on a
(trial basis so that any small adjustments that develop in the routing can be made befor
the routes are finally made a permanent part of the franchise, and requesting the es-
tablishment of a five cent per passenger additional zone fare in Little Rock for servic
�Ithe Company may be required to furnish beyond the respective terminii of its several
operations as authorized by Ordinance No. 10,611, passed August 12, 1957. Attached to
said communication was a Plan of Revised and Extended Routes as proposed for approval
by the City Council of both Little Rock and North Little Rock. Upon motion of Alderman
Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hollis, said matter was referred for public hearing to be
held at a regular meeting of the City Council on Monday, September 30, 1957 at 8:00
o'clock p.m, in the Council Chamber.
There was then presented a Schedule of Standard Rules and Regulations from the
' Arkansas Louisiana Gas Company, as approved by the Arkansas Public Service Commission,
'which Schedule, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, was receive
and filed.
There was then presented a Report of Comparative Statement of Income Account,
Cash Receipts and Disbursements and Number of Customers by Classification, from the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of Julv. 1957. Upon motion of Alr3armc
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September 9, 1957 - Cont'd.
Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said report was received and filed. I
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There was then presented a communication from James R. Stephens, Senior Planner
in the office of the Little Rock Planning Commission, requesting a leave of absence,
,
without pay, for a period of one and one -half years, in order to complete requirements
i
for a Masterts Degree in City Planning at the University of North Carolina, at which
time he planned to return to Little Rock. Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by
Alderman Hood, said request was granted and a copy of the minutes of this action to be
forwarded to the Civil Service Director. Alderman Griffey and other members of the
Council expressed their appreciation for the splendid cooperation and service rendered
by Mr. Stephens to the City and their regret that he was leaving, and upon motion of
Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, a letter to Mr. Stephens to this effect was
to be directed from the Council.
There was then presented a communication from Jack Murphy, Acting for City
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Clerk W. C. Ware, Secretary of the Firemen's Relief and Pension Board, stating that at
a meeting of the Firemen's Relief and Pension Board on September 5, 1957, the Board
voted to request the Council to levy a tax of two - tenths of a mill to support the Fire-
men's Relief and Pension Fund for the collection year 1958, and requesting action by
,
the Council on or before October 4, 1957, so that the levy, if approved, could be in-
cluded in the Ordinance to levy taxes for the City of Little Rock for 1958. Attached
to said communication was a Financial Analysis of the Fund, showing an estimated cash
balance at the end of the year 1957 of $77,068.84, plus $50,000 in United States
Government Bonds. Said communication carried the approval of the Finance Committee and
upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, said levy was approved and
the City Clerk directed to include same in the proposed ordinance to levy taxes for the
year 1958.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,628, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $583.07 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND
$261.00 FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
,
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Parris - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Where-
upon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,629, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE HUNDRED SEVENTY -FIVE DOLLARS AND .
SIXTY -CENTS ($375.60) TO PAY FOR THE RENEWAL OF BOILER INSPECTION INSURANCE POLICY NO.
92 -16819 COVERING BOILERS LOCATED AT THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT AND GARAGE BUILDING,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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September 9, 1957 - Cont'd.
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
' rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes -
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�tnone; Absent - Miller and Parris - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
(said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,630, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
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ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS AND PURCHASE THE NECESSARY RE- ENFORCEMENT STEEL FOR THE FOOTINGS
IliCouncil-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
7
AND WALLS AND TO RENT THE NECESSARY FORM MATERIAL TO CONSTRUCT THE ABUTMENTS NECESSARY
1of
FOR THE PRECAST BRIDGE AS PROVIDED IN ORDINANCE NO. 101619; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
I
;Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council being seven in than two
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present, number and more - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
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and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes -
I,
Qnone; Absent - Miller and Parris - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
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I; said ordinance was declared passed.
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ilapproved
Iilthen
fl There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,631, entitled:
IIAN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
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ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND SELL CERTAIN TIMBER IN THE PARKS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
l�lwhich
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
lCouncil present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
IliCouncil-elect,
upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
1of
the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
l;of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
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rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes -
'none; Absent - Miller and Parris - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
�I There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase, be advertising for bids, various items for various departments,
each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases, upon motion of Alderman Hood,
I,
Iseconded by Alderman Corley, were approved.
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The following bills and payrolls for the month of August, 1957, having been
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ilapproved
Iilthen
by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs, were
allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Parris -
i
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
September 9, 1957 - Cont'd.
PAYROLLS:
12,722.12
254.34
76,886.54
161.04
12,539.61
254.34
76,902.46
BILLS:
Adkins - Phelps Feed Store (2)
36
05
Airkem Sales & Service
75
25
Allied - Arkansas Bearing Cc (2)
25
19
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc
42
27
Alman Company, Sol
14
00
Aloe Scientific
101
08
Archer Drug Company (2)
131
41
Archer Drug Cc
66
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
3
00
Arkansas Chemical & Supply(2)
79
71
Arkansas Democrat Cc (3)
300
41
Arkansas Equipment Co
18
22
Arkansas Equipment Cc
1
90
Arkansas Foundry Cc
66
89
Arkansas Foundry Co
355
33
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (6)
331
52
Arkansas Fuel oil Corp.
313
53
Arkansas Globe Chemical Cc
53
25
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Cc
138
86
Arkansas Golf Association
20
00
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Cc
272
56
Arkansas Paper Cc (2)
14
84
Arkansas Power & Light Cc (2)
4,475
40
Arkansas Power & Light Cc
113
25
Arkansas Sound & Telev.Supply
49
78
Arkansas State Revenue Dept(4)
5
00
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
48
25
Arkansas Stationery & Equip.
275
00
Armour & Company
219
69
Automotive Supply Cc
47
67
Bailey Company, Carl
31
20
Bailey Company, Carl
12
61
Bale Chevrolet Cc (4)
64
42
Bale Chevrolet Cc
-70
14
Besser Hardware Cc
1
55
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
19
67
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
2,139
99
Binz & Sons Iron Works,Herman
33
99
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.(3)
30
60
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
12
76
Boiler Inspection Dept.
4
00
Booker Company, J. Lester
46
35
Burrough's Corporation (3)
65
40
Bush - Caldwell Company
5
65
Calder, Thomas M.
10
00
Camera Center
2
31
Capital Cycle Company
311
70
Capital Welding Supply Cc (2)
20
41
Capital Welding Supply Cc
8
65
Capitol Chemical & Supply (3)
374
90
Capitol Glass Company
12
40
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co(2)
117
63
Caple Tractor Company, Gus (3)
21
66
Cash Wholesale Cc (2)
29
42
Central Flying Service, Inc
92
49
Central Surgical Cc
31
62
Rock Is. & Pac. R.R.
1,073
51
Choctaw, Inc
48
40
.Chicago,
Choctaw, Inc.
827
70
Coger Warehouse, W. B.
263
38
Cook Auto Machine Co., J.S. (4)
195
04
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
158
53
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
2
15
Crane Company
10
37
Crow - Burlingame Co (5)
122
81
Crow - Burlingame Cc
514
79
Darragh Company (2)
110
61
Democrat Printing & Litho. (7)
357
38
Dillaha Fruit Cc (2)
225
20
Dixie Equipment Co (2)
56
89
D -X Sunray oil Cc (2)
198
03
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
398
02
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
30
00
Enterprise Lumber Cc
32
52
Esso Standard Oil Cc
4
23
Fagan Electric Cc (7)
126
90
Fagan Electric Company
32
56
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print(2)
101
50
Farrell & Scheer Blue Print Co
3
89
Farris, Guy R. Dr.
5
00
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl (2)
31
65
Fire Appliance & Safety (2)
122
29
555, Inc.
57
63
555, Inc
17
40
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc (4)
61
34
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc
190
13
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co(3)
87
36
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Cc
22
43
Garrison, J. F.
35
34
Gazette Publishing Cc (2)
30
18
General Electric Supply Cc (2)
86
11
Goldman & Company
46
35
Goodrich Company, B.F.
19
75
Goodyear Service Stores
206
93
Graves, C. E.
14
03
Gray, H. F. Dr.
41
00
Green Seed Company, L.-A.
50
47
Gregory Contractor, Artie
997
50
Hackman Paint & Supply Cc
34
79
Harrison Sales & Service (2)
5
57
Hartenstein Elevator Service
22
50
Hatley, William J.
22
24
Hollis & Company (2)
18
20
Hollis & Company
58
77
Home Ice Company
101
97
Home Ice Company
135
96
Honeycutt, Thomas D.,M.D.
34
00
Hood, Ted
11034
00
Hubbard, H. L.
32
75
Independent Linen Service (5)
97
93
.
Industrial Towel & Uniform Supply
46
92
International Harvester Cc (2)3,818
34
International Harvester Cc
86
17
Jefferson Supply Cc
1
23
Jungkind Company (2)
6
75
Katterjohn Concrete Products
25
75
Kern - Limerick, Inc
8
76
Keyes, Ralph
10
00
K- Quality Bag Company
12
36
Lantz Radio & TV Service (2)
41
01
Lawson, Mason G. Dr.
76
20
Lawson, Mason G.
300
00
Leimer, Gus C.
2
16
Lion Oil Company
2,426
33
Little Rock Advertising Co
17
75
Little Rock Blue Print Cc (2)
15
19
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Cc
34
80
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
4,161
04
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
24
92
Little Rock Paper Cc (3)
37
83
Little Rock Road Mach.Co
193
50
Little Rock Shade & Blind Cc
6
50
Little Rock Tent & Awning Cc
48
93
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
23
56
Longstreth, O.D.,City Atty
94
50
Lyons Machinery Cc
602
94
Majestic Laundry (2)
8
22
Main Street, 1969
128
00
Marshall Printers
758
98
May Supply Cc
6
65
Medical Arts X -Ray & Lab.
7
50
Meyer's er'sBakery
33
60
Middleton Sheet Metal Co
35
00
Mitcham Dog & Cat Hospital
44
88
Mohawk Tire Co (2)
Cc (2)
89
88
32
62
Mohawk Tire Cc
343
98
Monarch Mill & Lumber
National Cash Register Cc
5
81
Nelson Company, N. 0 (2)
12
26
New York Life Insurance Cc
536
32
Noble, Floyd
933
90
Nolting Radiator Cc (2)
45
81
North Little Rock, City of
23
25
Parkin Printing & Stat. Co (4)
579
54
Pattee Printing Co., Fred (4)
161
46
Postmaster, Little Rock, Ark.
48
00
Postmaster, Little Rock, Ark.
30
00
Price Refrigeration Service (2)
243
40
Ramsey Top Shop
21
00
Ramsey Top Shop
19
22
Rands, Inc (4)
75
93
Rands, Inc.
5
20
Rebsamen & East (3)
15
00
4
1
September 9, 1957 - Cont +d.
BILLS - Cont'd
GARBAGE PLANT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Moody Supply Company 127 66
5% SINKING FUND:
First National Bank in L. R. 6,510 00
FAIR PARK BOND FUND:
First National Bank in L. R. 173 75
There was then presented a communication addressed to Mayor Woodrow W. Mann
from Chief of Police M. H Potts, stating that in accordance with his request all "days
Iloff" in the uniformed division of the Little Rock Police Department were still cancel.
i
and the department was operating at full strength. (This request had been ordered by
the Mayor on September 3, 1957 as a result of threats and possible violence by the
iproposed integration at the beginning of the Fall term at Central High School on
�JlSeptember 3, 1957• The Arkansas National Guard had been called out by Governor Orval
E. Faubus to cope with this situation). Said communication stated that the overtime
i pay amounted to $3,538.20 for the first week and that the department would continue
mI operating under this plan until directed otherwise by the Mayor. Alderman Loy then
stated that the Mayor had acted against the City Council and Finance Committee recom-
mendations in regard to the hiring of extra employees or the filling of vacancies, and
the policy of approving emergency expenditures only,. as adopted by the City Council on
August 12, 1957. He also stated that the financial condition of the City was in
jeopardy for the balance of 1957 and presented at this time the Financial Analysis as
submitted by the City Clerkfs Off ice. dated September 9, 1957, showing that an amount of
$25,488.98 to pay bills would be available monthly for the remaining four months of
1957, and that fixed monthly expenses amounted to $29,034.88, plus other bills for
supplies, repairs, etc., thus anticipating the need of using the $25,000 Emergency Fund
making available a monthly amount of $31,738.98 for paying all Bills. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the Council recessed to discuss the
matter, after which the Council re- convened with Alderman Loy, Acting Mayor presiding,
Pi
Rebsamen Motor Company (4)
5,839
33
Rebsamen Motor Company
1,411
84
;iii
Refrigeration & Electric Supply
1
07
Reynolds Stamp Company
3
61
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
334
67
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
5
81
Roach Paper Co
10
71
Roc -Arc Water Co
30
66
Rosen, A. S.
25
00
Royal McBee Corporation
9
96
I!
Runshang Machine Shop, Tony (2)
12
30
Runshang.Machine Shop,Tony
18
13
Seagrave Corporation, The
12
00
Seven -Up Bottling Cc
13
95
Southern Bearing Service
3
08
Southern Bearing Service
8
52
Southern Equipment Co
32
55
Southern Radio Supply
13
44
Southwestern Bell Telephone Co
1,485
90
Southwestern Bell Tel. Cc
17
51
Sparks, A.R., & M.D. McClain,Drs.
7
00
Sparks Agency, D. A.
20
03
Standard Stationery Supply Co
2
20
Stanley Sound Service
23
30
Stannard, Virginia Mrs.
50
00
Superior Spring Co
7
52
Superior Spring Co
14
74
Texas Company, The
(2)
1,636
55
Texas Company, The
3,679
25
Thompson - Hayward Chemical
(2)
177
30
Townsend, Dale (2)
60
00
Treadway Electric Co
(3)
22
57
Tuffibre Company
448
00
Turner Company, G. L.
6
39
iVoss-
Hutton- Barbee Co (2)
145
83
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co
111
19
Ware, W.C., City Clerk
5
00
Warren, Hansel A.
43
01
Watson, Adametz & Porter, Drs.
175
00
Welders Supply Co
11
59
Welders Supply Co
3
02
Weldon, Williams & Lick,Inc
22
04
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iI
Western Union (2)
9
83
Wholesale Supply, Inc
70
PARKING METER FUND:
City of Little Rock -Road Fund
50,000
00
I
iHIGHWAY
CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Mark G. Garver
500
00
Paragon Printing Co
83
07
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Brandon Furniture Cc
261
00
GARBAGE PLANT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Moody Supply Company 127 66
5% SINKING FUND:
First National Bank in L. R. 6,510 00
FAIR PARK BOND FUND:
First National Bank in L. R. 173 75
There was then presented a communication addressed to Mayor Woodrow W. Mann
from Chief of Police M. H Potts, stating that in accordance with his request all "days
Iloff" in the uniformed division of the Little Rock Police Department were still cancel.
i
and the department was operating at full strength. (This request had been ordered by
the Mayor on September 3, 1957 as a result of threats and possible violence by the
iproposed integration at the beginning of the Fall term at Central High School on
�JlSeptember 3, 1957• The Arkansas National Guard had been called out by Governor Orval
E. Faubus to cope with this situation). Said communication stated that the overtime
i pay amounted to $3,538.20 for the first week and that the department would continue
mI operating under this plan until directed otherwise by the Mayor. Alderman Loy then
stated that the Mayor had acted against the City Council and Finance Committee recom-
mendations in regard to the hiring of extra employees or the filling of vacancies, and
the policy of approving emergency expenditures only,. as adopted by the City Council on
August 12, 1957. He also stated that the financial condition of the City was in
jeopardy for the balance of 1957 and presented at this time the Financial Analysis as
submitted by the City Clerkfs Off ice. dated September 9, 1957, showing that an amount of
$25,488.98 to pay bills would be available monthly for the remaining four months of
1957, and that fixed monthly expenses amounted to $29,034.88, plus other bills for
supplies, repairs, etc., thus anticipating the need of using the $25,000 Emergency Fund
making available a monthly amount of $31,738.98 for paying all Bills. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the Council recessed to discuss the
matter, after which the Council re- convened with Alderman Loy, Acting Mayor presiding,
September 9, 1957 - Contd.
and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and the following Aldermen present: Hollis,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Reid - total 7; Absent - Miller and Parris -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding) . There being a quorum present and it being so -
announced, the following proceedings were had:
Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, Council adjourned
to meet again on Tuesday, September 10, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock A.M. to further discuss
the Financial Analysis and communication in regard to overtime pay in the Police
Department, thus giving the Mayor an opportunity to be present.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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,I r"
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 10, 1957 - 8:00 A
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and
the following Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 8; Absent - Miller and Corley - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
There was again presented the communication from Chief of Police Potts in
regard to overtime pay in the Police Department as a result of the request by Mayor
Mann on September 3, 1957 to cancel all days off for uniformed employees in the Little
Rock Police Department during the emergency situation arising in the City as a result
of the proposed integration at Central High School at the beginning of the Fall term on
September 3, 1957; together with the Financial Analysis submitted by the City Clerk's
Office, as presented on September 9, 1957, which remained on the calendar. Alderman
Loy then stated that this meeting was for the purpose of giving the Mayor the opportun-
ity of attending, so that he would be informed of the financial crisis facing the City
at this time, since he had not attended the previous meeting on Monday, September 9,
1957• He also stated that the members of the Council felt that they should have been
informed of the meeting held by the Mayor, Chief of Police Potts and School Superin-
tendent Virgil Blossom on September 3, 1957, at which time the Mayor ordered Chief Pott
to maintain a.full time uniformed force, causing the additional expenditure of overtime
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September 10, 1957 - Cont'd.
pay, and that the Finance Committee and the City Council should have been given notice
of the meeting and of any emergency existing. Mayor Mann stated that, after the meetin
on September 3, 1957, he had no alternative other than to place the uniformed employees
in the Little Rock Police Department on full time duty, after discussing with Chief of
Police Potts and Superintendent of Schools Virgil Blossom the conditions arising in the
City of Little Rock as a result of gradual integration as proposed by the Little Rock
School Board at the beginning of the 1957 School term at Central High School. Alderman
Loy then asked Chief Potts his opinion as to the need of maintaining a full time force
at this time. Chief Potts stated that in his opinion that with the National Guard and
State Police on duty as ordered by Governor Orval E. Faubus, it might be possible to
operate at the present time without the full time force, but thatlhad the department
not been operating at full strength the past week, they would not have been able to
cover the important terminals as they had.
Alderman Griffey then moved, seconded by Alderman Loy, that the Council public
ly commend Governor Orval Faubus for his protection of the citizens of Little Rock,
' their life and property and that a wire commending Governor Faubus be sent to the
Governor and United States Attorney General Herbert Brownell, stating that it is the
(wish of the City Council that the Arkansas National Guard and State Police remain on
duty at the Little Rock Central High School until the situation is settled. Said motior
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total S; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Corley - total 2.
(Copy of this wire also sent to President Eisenhower and United States District Judge
Ronald N. Davies as directed by Aldermen Griffey and Loy). Alderman Griffey also
requested, seconded by Alderman Loy, that the full time duty order to Chief Potts by
the Mayor be rescinded, with the provision that if an emergency arises and it becomes
necessary to call the police for overtime duty, the Council be notified and advised on
the matter by the Mayor.
Alderman Loy then stated that there should be a liason between the National
Guard, and State and Local Governments, in order that all law enforcement bodies would
' be informed as to what actions were being taken on the matter of preventing violence
and protecting the citizens of Little Rock during the present crisis. Chief Potts
stated that all authorities were being advised on all orders issued.
Alderman Griffey moved, that the Finance Committee call a meeting for 4:00
o'clock p.m. on this date to discuss the financial situation of the City, and determine
what action should be taken at this time. As a substitute to this motion, Alderman Loy,
moved that the Council recess immediately to a Committee of the Whole and that Deputy
City Clerk Jack Murphy review the financial report with the Council, which motion was
seconded by Alderman Evans, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council.
Whereupon, the Council recessed, after which they re- convened with Mayor Woodrow W.
Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and the following Aldermen
present: Hollis, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Absent
Miller, Corley and Reid - total 3. There being a quorum present and it being so
announced, the following proceedings were had:
Alderman Loy then stated, that the Council, after meeting as a Committee of
the Whole, together with the Mayor and Chief of Police Potts, finds that an unusual
condition has existed in the City of Little Rock since Monday, September 2, 1957 when
the National Guard was called on duty at Central High School by Governor Faubus. The
September 10, 1957 - Cont'd.
City Council concurs with the Mayor and Chief Potts that precautionary measures should
have been taken to provide a full time police force as ordered by the Mayor after the
meeting held by the Mayor, Chief Potts and School Superintendent Virgil Blossom on
Tuesday, September 3, 1957, and finds it necessary to approve the expenditures of any
additional funds to provide a. full time police force as ordered by Mayor Mann and Chief
Potts. Alderman Loy moved, that the Council approve the expenditures of any additional
funds as approved by Mayor Mann and Chief of Police Potts, which motion was seconded by
Alderman Griffey, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council present.
Alderman Loy also stated, that the Council recognizes that the additional expense of
maintaining the full time police force during this emergency could mean cutting off of
employees in other departments due to the acute financial condition of the City at this
time. (Communication from Chief Potts and Financial Report received and filed).
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, September 301 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
I� .
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
Mayor.
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 30, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and
the following Aldermen present: Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris. -
total 7; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had.:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey.
Alderman Loy presented the following declaration signed by Aldermen Franklin
E. Loy, William C. Hood, Jr., Lee H. Evans, E. B. Miller and James-A. Griffey; to -wit:
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DECLARATION
WHEREAS, The Honorable Orval E. Faubus, Governor of the State
of Arkansas, publicly stated he had information which led him to
believe that violence would break out in and around Central High
School on the opening day of the present school term; and
WHEREAS, The Governor, charged under the State Constitution with
the responsibility of preserving the peace, called out the Arkansas
National Guard to insure the peace and safety of the citizens of this
Community; and
WHEREAS, The Honorable Ronald N. Davies, Acting Judge of the 8th
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September 30, 1957 - Cont'd.
District United States Court, issued an injunction restraining Governor
Faubus from using Arkansas National Guardsmen around Central High School;
and
WHEREAS, This Federal Court action made it mandatory for an under-
manned Little Rock City Police Force to attempt to preserve the peace
and safety of school children and adults in and around Central High
School; and
WHEREAS, The inability of this undermanned Little Rock Police
Department to preserve the peace and safety of our citizens paved the
way for the President of the United States, the Honorable Dwight D.
Eisenhower, to order out the 101st Airborne Infantry to be transported
to the City of Little Rock and to surround the area of Little Rock
Central High, and further, the President of the United States ordered
that the Arkansas National Guard and the Arkansas Air National Guard be
federalized and placed under the command of the Commander -in -Chief of
the United States; THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, By the members of the Little Rock City Council, meeting
in regular session in the Council Chambers in Little Rock City Hall,
at 8 :00 P.M., this 30th day of September, 1957, believe that the
following statements reflect the majority will of the citizens and
taxpayers we the undersigned Aldermen were elected ro represent:
1. Governor Orval E. Faubus used sound judgement in calling out
the Arkansas National Guard to preserve the peace and safety of our
citizens;
2. We believe that the order of the federal court removing the
' National Guard and ordering immediate integration of Central High was
not in the best interests of heretofore good relations between the
races in our City and State; and further, that the judges decree
should have been tempered by understanding and consideration for the
mores, social customs and deep- seated convictions of the citizens of
our Community and State;
3. The members of the Council deplore the ill- advised judgement
of President Dwight D. Eisenhower in his effort to force integration
in Central High in view of the outstanding progress made in this
direction by elected representation of the citizens of this City and
State;
4. It is the further judgment of the Council that the use of
armed troops of the United States Army to enforce opinions of the
United States Supreme Court is not compatible to our American way of
life whereby the several States of the United States were endowed with
certain inalienable rights to promote the economic and social welfare
of its Citizens
5. The answer to Little Rockls problem is not force but time and
understanding. Education begets intelligence; intelligence begets
understanding, and understanding will succeed in peaceful and co-
operative solution to any problem whether it be in the field of race
!` relation or elsewhere;
` 6. The federal government has elected to choose a course of force
in Little Rock's school crisis. History will judge whether this
decision resulted in bringing the members of the races closer together
or further apart in our City 'and State. The Little Rock City Council
believes the president's action was not in the best interest of the race
relation in the City and hereby respectfully requests Governor Faubus to
forthwith call the Arkansas General Assembly into special session to
consider the action taken by the federal government, and we further
suggest that State aid to primary, elementary and State - supported
Colleges be withheld from any school which is forced to integrate its
pupils by the armed might of the federal government.
s/ Franklin E. Loy
Wm C Hood Jr
Lee H Evans
�i E. B. Miller
lu James A Griffey "
ch declaration was read in full, and upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
lderman Griffey, with the request that the above declaration be made a part of the
council record, that other Aldermen not present at the meeting be allowed to sign at a
later date, and said declaration be sent by night letter to President of the United
�I!States, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Governor of the State of Arkansas, Orval E. Faubus,
Iwas adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans,
IIGriffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3.
In connection with the above declaration, Alderman Loy presented the following
resolution:
- Cont +d.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2161, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE MEMBERS OF THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR
THE MANNER IN WHICH THEY HAVE CONDUCTED THEMSELVES IN MAINTAINING PEACE, SAFETY, AND
GOODWILL IN LITTLE ROCK, DURING THE CRISIS ARISING FROM INTEGRATION OF LITTLE ROCK
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
Alderman Evans, with a request that a copy of said resolution be forwarded to the
Little Rock Police Department to be placed on their bulletin board, was adopted by
the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented petitions of twenty -one candidates for nomination
for election to the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock,'filed under the
provisions of Act 99 of 1921 as amended, of the Acts of the General Assembly of the
State of Arkansas, as follows:
Warren Baldwin
William H. (Bill) Hadley, Jr. Position No. 1
Mrs. Margaret C. Jackson
Eugene P. Chastain
C. E. Heer Position No. 2
H. L. Winburn _
Mrs. Edgar F. Dixon Position No. 3
Mrs. Clyde Thomason
Mrs. F. E. Bates
G. W. Blankenship Position No. 4
Lloyd R. Pearce
Richard B. Cash, Jr.
Arthur R. Connerly Position No. 5
H. H. "Harry" Crow
Leo H.-Griffin
Werner Knoop
E. A. Lauderdale Position No. 6
�i Robert J. "Bob" Norwood
W. Deane (Bill) Tompkins
Letcher L. Langford Position No. 7
Leland F. Leatherman
Acting City Clerk Jack Murphy reported that the petitions were filed within the time
limit required by Act 99 of 1921 as amended; that each petition had been checked by the
(City Clerks Office and bore the names of at least Fifty (50) qualified electors of the
City of Little Rock as required by the aforementioned Act; and that to the best of his
knowledge and belief all of the above -named candidates have met all requirements for
the filing of petitions under Act 99 of 1921 as amended, and therefore should qualify
as candidates for City Directors. He further stated that on this date, September 30,
Ili 1957, he had certified the above -named candidates for their respective positions to the
i
Pulaski County Board of Election Commissioners, to be placed on the Ballot of the
Special Election to be held Tuesday, November 5, 1957. Upon motion of Alderman Loy,
Iiseconded by Alderman Hood, the report to the Council, and the certification to the
Pulaski County Board of Election Commissioners by the Acting City Clerk was approved,
said petitions declared sufficient, and received and filed, by the following roll call:
Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
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Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented an initiative petition filed August 30, 1957, asking
that the question of a 56 -hour duty week for firemen be submitted to the electorate by
i�the following proposed ordinance, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT THE MEMBERS
I;OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SHALL NOT BE REQUIRED TO BE ON REGULAR DUTY OVER AN AVERAGE OF
J
September 30, 1957 - Cont''d. II
I' FIFTY -SIX (56) HOURS PER WEEK COMPUTED ANNUALLY OVER THE CITYIS FISCAL YEAR OR ANY
UNEXPIRED PORTION THEREOF, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; to the end that the same may be
III
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]adopted or rejected by the vote of the legal voters of said City, at the regular generah�
liCity election to be held Tuesday, November 5, 1957. Jack Murphy, Acting City Clerk
listated that Amendment No. 7 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas required
fifteen per cent of the total votes cast for the office of Mayor in the last preceding
City General Election, and that said vote was 18,872 and 21831 signatures would be
fifteen per cent thereof. He further stated that a check of said petition with the
list of qualified electors as compiled by Pulaski County authorities revealed the fol-
lowing tabulation:
Sufficient Signatures 3,012;
thirty days before the election, and to certify same to the Pulaski County Board of
Election Commissioners to be placed on the Ballot for the General Election to be held
Tuesday, November 5, 1957, by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood,
Winder,,Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and
Reid - total 3.
Ilp In connection with the above certification, upon motion of Alderman Winder,
i) seconded by Alderman Miller, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council present,
the Council as a Committee of the Whole was appointed with Alderman Loy as Chairman,
to make a thorough study and analysis of the costs to the people and the City on the
I, I proposed 56 -hour duty week for firemen, and report same to the electorate before time
III for the general election to be held so that they might properly be informed about the
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additional expenditure involved and that they would be more aware as to what they were
voting on.
There was again presented the communication from Citizens Coach Company
relative to proposed revised routes and an additional per person zone fare, together
with the Plan of Revised and Extended Routes, as presented to the Council on September
91 1957 and referred by them for public hearing to be held at its regular meeting at
8 :00 o'clock p.m. this date. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard thereon.
Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the revised and extended
route changes were approved, and the officials of the Citizens Coach Company directed
to present an ordinance for same at the next regular meeting of the City Council, by
the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
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and that said petition did contain a sufficient number of signatures of qualified
ill
electors; also noting that only 180 of the petitions filed were checked due to them
containing more than the sufficient number required. Alderman Loy stated that this
would bring about an additional $245,000.00 expenditure to the city annually, and that
ilhe
felt a study should be made before certifying this matter to the Pulaski County
'1
Board of Election Commissioners to be placed on the General Election Ballot. A verbal
�l opinion was given by Assistant City Attorney Joseph Kemp to the effect that the peti-
tions met the requirements for filing and also the provisions of Amendment No. 7 to the
(Constitution
i
of the State of Arkansas, and that the Council had no recourse other than
h
to refer the petition to the electorate. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, said petition was declared sufficient and the Acting City Clerk
.
lldirected to publish the complete proposed ordinance at least one time not less than
thirty days before the election, and to certify same to the Pulaski County Board of
Election Commissioners to be placed on the Ballot for the General Election to be held
Tuesday, November 5, 1957, by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood,
Winder,,Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and
Reid - total 3.
Ilp In connection with the above certification, upon motion of Alderman Winder,
i) seconded by Alderman Miller, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the Council present,
the Council as a Committee of the Whole was appointed with Alderman Loy as Chairman,
to make a thorough study and analysis of the costs to the people and the City on the
I, I proposed 56 -hour duty week for firemen, and report same to the electorate before time
III for the general election to be held so that they might properly be informed about the
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additional expenditure involved and that they would be more aware as to what they were
voting on.
There was again presented the communication from Citizens Coach Company
relative to proposed revised routes and an additional per person zone fare, together
with the Plan of Revised and Extended Routes, as presented to the Council on September
91 1957 and referred by them for public hearing to be held at its regular meeting at
8 :00 o'clock p.m. this date. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard thereon.
Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Evans, the revised and extended
route changes were approved, and the officials of the Citizens Coach Company directed
to present an ordinance for same at the next regular meeting of the City Council, by
the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
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September 30, 1957 - Cont +d.
Council present, the proposed zone fare was deferred for further consideration, and
said - communication was received.'and filed.
There was again presented a petition from a number of persons representing
themselves to be the owners of all that property in Blocks 1 and 4, McIntosh Addition
No. 2 to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, abutting on that part of Woodlawn Avenue
running from the west property line of Shamrock Drive to the East line of Beckwood Road,
for a distance of approximately 300 feet, asking that the City vacate and abandon said
portion of Woodlawn A- venue, on which public hearing had been set for this date and time
by Resolution No. 2159. It was stated that notice had been published on September 13,
1957 and September 20, 1957 advising all persons interested in the matter to appear
herein. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard in the premises. There being no
objections filed thereto, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,632).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,632, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO ABANDON AND VACATE A PORTION OF WOODLAWN AVENUE RUNNING FROM
THE WEST PROPERTY LINE OF SHAMROCK DRIVE TO THE EAST PROPERTY LINE OF BECKWOOD ROAD
LYING BETWEEN BLOCKS 1 AND 4, McINTOSH ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Evan,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes
(none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinance was
i
,declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTION 4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,622;
�(Re: Street Improvement District No. 614 and Curb & Gutter Improvement District No.
615 - Width of Pavement on "H" Street); which ordinance was read the first time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris,
,seconded by Alderman Loy, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the'second
time; at which time there were objections presented by property owners in the district
present. By unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in numbe
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman
I
'Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, (without voiced negative vote of the members of the
Council present), the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Loy, Hood, Winder and Parris - total 4; Noes -
Evans and Griffey - total 2; Present and Not Voting - Miller - total 1; Absent -
Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, failing to receive the necessary affir-
mative votes, said ordinance was declared not passed.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners of Sewer Improvement
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September 30, 1957 - Cont'd.
District No. 128, said report stating that the estimated cost of improvement was more
than the actual cost of said improvement and therefore it was necessary to revise this
estimate. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, said report was
approved. (See Resolution No. 2162).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2162, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPROVING REVISED ESTIMATE OF COST IN SaiER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 128 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
Alderman Hood, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley
and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners of Annex No. 1 to
Water Improvement District No. 129 of Little Rock, Arkansas, which report, upon motion
of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, was approved. (See Resolution No. 2163)
There was then presented Resolution No. 2163, entitled:
�I RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR ANNEX NO. 1 TO WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 129 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley
ji and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners of Sewer Improvement
District No. 131, which report, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman
Hood, was approved. (See Resolution No. 2164).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2164, entitled:
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 131;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
Alderman Hood,
was adopted
by the
following
roll call: Ayes
- Miller, Loy,
Hood,
Winder, Evans,
Griffey and
Parris
- total 7;
Noes - none;
Absent - Hollis,
Corley
and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners of Gas Improvement
District No. 132, which report, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman
Evans, was approved. (See Resolution No. 2165).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2165, entitled:
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR GAS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 132;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley
and Reid - total 3.
1 There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,633, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,575, SAME BEING "AN
I
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
I
' ARKANSAS, TO, UPON CERTAIN CONDITIONS, EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT CONVEYING TO THE BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS CERTAIN LANDS AND PROPERTIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF
OPERATING AND MAINTAINING THE GRADUATE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECT-
ING THE MAYOR AND CLERK OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO, UPON CERTAIN CONDI-
I�TIONS, EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT RELEASING THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION FROM ANY
ON OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HIGHWAY OR
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September 30, 1957 - Cont'd.
PORTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance :read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
i
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,633 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley
and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented a communication from the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission signed by Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director, which communication was
accompanied by a resolution adopted by that body approving the Urban Renewal Plan for
the Livestock Show Area Project, Project No. Ark R -2, as presented by the Housing
Authority of the City of Little Rock, urging favorable consideration by the City Counc
of the Urban Renewal Plan. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood,
said communication and resolution was received and filed.
There was then presented a communication from the Chamber of Commerce, signed
by W. M. Shepherd, President, which communication was accompanied by a resolution
adopted by the Chamber of Commerce Board, respectfully requesting the City Council not
to allow the use of parking meter funds for the operation of the various departments
of the City Government, and stating that the citizens who voted for the parking meters
two years ago did so with the understanding that the funds would be used only for
street and traffic improvement. Alderman'Loy moved, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
that said communication be received and filed. As a substitute to this motion,
Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Miller, moved that the resolution be read in full
and made a part of the Council Record, which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of
the Council and said resolution read, to -wit:
" R E S O L U T I O N
It comes to the attention of the Traffic & Parking Committee of
the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce that the Council of the City
of Little Rock is considering the diversion of parking meter
revenue of the City's General Fund. The Chamber of Commerce who
advocated and endorsed parking meters did so on the basis that
such revenue would be used for street and traffic improvement
purposes only, and would not be diverted into the General Revenue
of the City. The Chamber is pleased with the progress which has
been made in street improvement since the advent of parking meters.
At the same tittle, the Chamber believes that considerable work still
remains to be done and consequently any diversion of parking meter
revenue to General Fund at this time is not justified and is not
keeping faith with the citizens who were asked to vote parking
meters. The Committee, therefore, requests that the City Council '
dissolve any effort that would result in a diversion of parking
meter revenue for any purpose that is not otherwise provided for
in the ordinances.
Signed: W. M. Shepherd, President
Little Rock Chamber of Commerce"
Whereupon, said communication and resolution were received and filed.
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There was then presented a Report of Comparative Statement of Income Account,
(Number of Customers by Classification, and Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursements
for the month of August, 1957, from the Little Rock Municipal Waterworks in compliance
1'1with provisions of Trust Indenture dated August 1, 1956, Section 709. Upon motion of
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the report was received and filed.
There was then presented a Financial Analysis of Firemen's Relief and Pension
Fund, dated September 3, 1957, and signed by the Board of Trustees of said Pension Fund,
this certification by the Board being required by State Law before approval of tax levy,
certifying an amount of $9,911.32 as an estimate of excess expenditures over revenues,
due to anticipated retirements of three captains in the Little Rock Fire Department.
Upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, said analysis was received
and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,634, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION OF PROPERTY FOR CITY PURPOSES
FOR THE YEAR 1957 FOR VARIOUS FUNDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Evans, the rules were again suspended, and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinanc
was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,634 was read and,
a roll call being had, same was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Loy,
PlHood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis,
!Corley and Reid - total 3.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,635, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND AND THIRTY -FOUR DOLLARS
($1034.00) TO PAY TED HOOD AS A REFUND ON BOND FORFEITURES PAID TO THE CITY COLLECTOR
WHICH FORFEITURES HE HAD SINCE REDEEMED BY SURRENDERING PRISONERS COVERED BY THE BONDS
TO THE MUNICIPAL COURT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
'(members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Ali
Parris, the rules were again suspended, and the ordinance read the third and last time,
ti and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
�I
lbeing as follows: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinanc
�illwas declared passed.
September 30, 1957 - Contd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,636, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ANTI - FREEZE IN THE AMOUNT OF SEVEN HUNDRED
DOLLARS ($700.00) FOR USE IN CITY -OWNED EQUIPMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,637, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Winder, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
I
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes'- Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey and Parris - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - Hollis, Corley and Reid - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinanc
was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from Thomas'R. Burleigh, Director,
Little Rock Planning Commission, stating that Mrs. Hilma Conrod, draftsman for said
Commission, will exceed her sick leave time effective September 25, 1957, due to
serious illness of a yet undetermined cause, and recommending that she be granted
extended sick leave through October 25, 1957, or so much of that time as she is unable
to work, also stating that a similar request has been submitted to the Mayor. Upon
motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Hood, and by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Council present, said extended sick leave was granted.
City Attorney 0. D. Longstreth, Jr., then brought to the attention of the
Council, that on September 23, 1957, he visited the Little Rock Central High School
area and found that the Little Rock Policemen on duty in that area to maintain law and
order during the integration of the Central High School, had worked straight fourteen
hour duty and had not been able to leave for food and drink, and that he had personally
� ordered sandwiches and coffee sent to the area for the Policemen. Attorney Longstreth
informed the Council that he had paid for same, and would appreciate reimbursement if
the Council saw fit. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Winder, the
City Attorney was directed to sent the bill to Mr. Floyd Peek, Purchasing Agent, for
II
i payment by the City.
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September 30, 1957 - Contd.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its intention
it to purchase, by advertising for bids, various items for various departments, each item
Ilf being less than 300.00. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Griffey,
said purchases were approved.
i
The following bills and payrolls for the month of September, 1957, having been
approved by the heads of the various departments and the Board of Public Affairs were
then allowed and ordered paid by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Loy, Hood, Winder,
Evans, Griffey and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent.- Hollis, Corley and Reid -
total 3.
PAYROLLS:
12,969.02
255.11 ,
76,379.04
161.04
12.522.81
256.90
80,006.66
0
BILLS
'
{
Acme Glass & Mirror Cc
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
8
111
20
72
Airkem Sales & Service
Allsopp & Chapple
37
3
42
87
Alman, Sol Company
14
00
American- LaFrance Corp
165
75
Archer Drug Company (2)
123
61
Arkansas Chemical & Supply(2)
28
56
Arkansas Democrat Co (3)
327
02
Arkansas Foundry Co (2)
51
04
Arkansas Foundry Cc
183
73
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (2)
9
70
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
311
10
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
142
20
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
284
41
Arkansas Paper Co (3)
27
20
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
4,332
45
Arkansas Power & Light Co
92
57
Arkansas Sheet Metal & Roofing _
6
95
Arkansas State Revenue Dept(4)
255
92
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
211
65
Arkansas Stationery & Furn.
275
00
Armour & Company
123
87
Auto -Chlor System, Inc
87
Automotive Supply Co
11
40
Bale Chevrolet Co (3)
40
91
lil
` Bale Chevrolet Co
81
06
Barnett, Leo
810
00
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
1,018
51
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
6
00
i
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
6
18
Brandon Company
5
94
Brooks, Joseph
65
Capital Cycle & Equip.Co
21
04
�II
Capital Steel Cc
360
86
Capital Welding Supply Co (3)
29
45
Capital Welding Supply Co
22
18
Capitol Chemical & Supply Cc
7
35
{I
{� Capitol Glass Co (2)
29
33
Capitol Off -Set Printing Cc
69
03
r Caple Tractor Co., Gus (2)
36
46
Central Surgical Co.,Inc
1
96
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pac. R R
841
51
Choctaw, Inc
1,373
40
l{
Cia, John
2
00
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(4)
130
38
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
229
15
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
13
19
Crane Company
6
95
Crow - Burlingame Co
55
57
Crow- Burlingame Co
113
87
Darragh Company
46
97
{{
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co (5)
267
90
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
53
56
Difco Laboratories
D -X Sunray Oil Co (2)
37
202
05
89
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
160
290
91
48
Ellis Wrecking Service,Leonard
413
76
Entenmann & Company, Carl
15
15
Fagan Electric Co
43
05
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print
2
31
j Fire Appliance & Safety Co
5
24
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
3
14
{` Fisk Chevrolet Co
1
00
555, Inc.
1
61
555, Inc.
21
04
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc (2)
116
47
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
70
88
Gamewell Company, The
27
33
Garrison, J. F.
20
46
General American Life Ins.(2)
1,543
36
General Electric Appliance Co(2)
4
11
Glover Equipment Cc
20
09
Goff Wholesale Grocery (3)
59
67
Graybar Electric Co
47
27
Guthridge Metal Products,Gen6
19
31
Hank's Dog House -
130
00
Hartenstein Elevator Cc
22
50
Hatley, William J.
8
98
{ Herndon, Lea
181
80
Hollis & Company
3
64
Hollis & Company
47
07
Hollis Insurance Agency
375
60
Home Ice Company (2)
46
35
Home Ice Company
33
99
�I Hydraulic Service
12
80
Independent Linen Service (5)
137
71
1 Industrial Towel & Uniform Supply
42
90
International Harvester Co(2)
3,686
23
International Harvester Co
6,872
48
Jones Lumber Co., R.L.
817
40
Kern- Limerick, Inc.
7
93
Lantz Radio & TV Service
40
00
III
Leimer & Son, Gus C.
6
74
Leveck & Sons, J. H.
32
50
it
Lion Oil Company
54
63
Lion oil Company
4 509
28
�ILittle
Rock Directory Publishers
6
76
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Co
18
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,987
94
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
26
03
Little Rock Road Machinery Co
194
73
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
20
83
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty
94
50
L. P. Communications
11
50
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
6
20
Meyer's Bakery
16
80
Mohawk Tire Co (3)
40
96
Mohawk Tire Co
227
84
Motorola Com. & Electronics(2)
2,539
12
'
Nelson Company, N. 0. (3)
46
70
Nelson Company, N. 0.
20
45
New York Life Insurance Co
536
32
Nichols Equipment Cc
2
72
Noble, Floyd
877
50
Nolting Radiator Co
6
00
Oak Forest Lumber Co
49
Paragon Printing Co
11
33
P. C. Hardware & Machinery Co
2
7
Pitney- Bowes, Inc.
28
19
i Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark.
40
00
Price - Fewell Electric Cc
4
00
Railway Express Agency
2
01
Ramsey Top Shop
11
59
Rand's, Inc (2)
99
07
Rand's, Inc.
25
26
Rebsamen & East, Inc
5
00
Rebsamen Motors (2)
5,629
89
0
I
September 30, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Remington -Rand
5
30
Reporter Company, The
12
50
Reynolds Stamp Co
15
14
Rhinehart, Dr. Barton A.
J. A.
10
6
00
53
Richards Harley- Davidson Cc
80
35
Riggs Tractor Co.,
to
63
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
118
82
Royal -McBee Corporation
Runshang Machine Shop, Tony
(2)
26
34
32
16
Southern Ice Company
Southland Building Prod-Co(3)
7
24
21
70
Southern Radio Supply
Southwestern Bell Telephone Co
1,504
55
•Southwestern Bell Telephone Co
32
51
Sparks Agency, D. A.
6
33
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
86
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
29
82
Superior Spring & Brake Cc
Geo. S.
7
204
88
Swafford Recap.Co., Geo. S.
296
14
Swafford Recap. Co.,
(3)
70
68
Tedford Drug Store
5
67
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Cc
2
15
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
35
88
Wallace& Tiernan, Inc.
5
Warren, Hansel A.
33
26
Western Union (2)
18
91
50
Westinghouse Electric Supply
57
15
Withers Chevrolet Co.,Claude
Company (3)
593
80
Woodward, W. G.
Wright Service Co
50
1,578
00
43
Wright Service
*Texas Company, The (2)
11270
75
Texas Company, The
3,981
30
Thibault MillingCo
(2)
232
52
85
00
Treadway Electric Co (2)
34
48
Townsend, Dale
Turner Company, G. L.
4
71
PARKING METER FUND:
City of Little Rock -Road Fund 25,000 00
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Mark G. Garver 500 00
FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Fones Bros. Hardware Co 15 66 Scott Lumber Cc 29 59
i
Treadway Electric Company 37 89
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Griffey, Council adjourned to meet
again on Monday, October 14, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED`:
City Clerk. Mayor. �I
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
October 14, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, presiding in the absence of Mayor Woodrow
W. Mann, and the following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Evans,
Reid and Parris - total 8; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, moved that Alderman Loy be
elected Acting Mayor in the absence of Mayor Mann, which motion was adopted by the
following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2; Present and Not Voting-
Loy - total 1.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,638, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RFQUIRING CERTAIN ORGANIZATIONS FUNCTIONING OR OPERATING WITHIN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS TO LIST CERTAIN INFORMATION WITH THE CITY CLERK;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect,upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes-
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 7 of Ordinance No. 10,638 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,
Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and
Griffey - total 2. Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Director
of the Little Rock Planning Commission regarding Act 186 of the General Assembly of
1957 of the State of Arkansas revising Planning Legislation and requiring the adoption
of a Land Use Plan by ordinance of the City Council before any new plans for rezoning
are acted upon, or existing ones amended; together with resolutions as adopted by the
Little Rock Planning Commission describing the boundaries of the Planning Area, and
approving and adopting a Land Use Plan and recommending said plan to the City Council
Attached to said communication was a proposed ordinance to establish a Land Use Plan,
i; and Map outlining the proposed Plan and Area, identified as "Map "A " ".
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There was then presented the proposed Ordinance, entitled:
A
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COM-
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That portion of Milton Avenue lying North of Block 20 and
South of Blocks 18 and 19, of the C. 0. Brack's Addition to
the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, bounded
on the Northeast by a straight line drawn from the Northeast
corner of Lot 1, Block 20, of the aforesaid addition to the
East corner of Block 19 of said addition, and bounded on the
West by a straight line drawn from the Northwest corner of
Lot 12 of said Block 20 to the Southernmost corner of Lot 2,
Block 18 of said addition, as re- platted;
That portion of Fray Street lying East of Block 18 and West
of Block 19 of said addition, bounded on the North by a straight
line extending from the Northwest corner of Block 19 to the
Northeast corner of Lot 1, Block 18 of said addition, and
bounded on the South by a straight line drawn from the Southwest
corner of said Block 19 to the Southeast corner of Lot 2 of the
said Block 18, (the whole of said portions of Milton Avenue and
Fray Street being outlined by red lines on the photostat of the
plat of said addition, which is hereto attached and marked
"Exhibit A. ")
Attached to said petition was a Consent for said closure signed by the abutting prop-
erty owners. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, Monday, October
28, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for
public hearing thereon, by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a petition from the Little Rock School District
representing itself to be the owner of all property abutting upon portions of streets
and alleys proposed to be closed, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon said
streets and alleys described as follows, to -wit: III
"J" Street between McAdoo Lane and Bryant Street,
intersecting Blocks 5 and 12 of Success Addition to
the City of Little Rock.
McAdoo Lane between "I" Street and "K" Street inter-
secting part of the Northwest Quarter (NAT) of the
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MISSION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A LAND USE PLAN, AND RELATED MATTERS;
ESTABLISHING SAID PLAN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which proposed ordinance was read by title only. Mr. Gerald McLindon of the Metropoli-
tan Area Planning Commission, Acting for Mr. Thomas Burleigh, was called upon to explai
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the Land Use Plan to members of the Council, and stated that under Act 186, it was
fnecessary that an ordinance be enacted to adopt the Land Use Plan before zoning matters
could be acted upon, and that advertised public hearings would be held only before the
Planning Commission, at which time the Planning Commission would recommend the approval
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or disapproval of proposed zoning matters to the Council. Upon motion of Alderman
Hollis, seconded by Alderman Miller, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the Council.present, said proposed ordinance and Map, together with the above communi-
cation and resolutions from the Little Rock Planning Commission were referred to the
City Attorney for further study, and a meeting with him and Mr. Burleigh, Planning
Director, to be held with the Council as a Committee of the Whole at 7:00 o'clock P.M.
on October 28, 1957 in the Council Chamber, and a Public Hearing on that date at 8:00
o'clock P.M., and a notice published to that effect. (Numerous zoning•petitions rec-
ommended for approval and disapproval by the Little Rock Planning Commission filed for
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consideration by the Council after adoption of the Land Use Plan referred along with
the proposed ordinance for same).
There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
themselves to be the owners of all the lots abutting upon a portion of Fray Street and
Milton Avenue, adjacent to Blocks 18, 19 and 20, C. 0. Brack's Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, as replatted, asking the City to vacate and
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abandon the following portion of said streets, to -wit:
That portion of Milton Avenue lying North of Block 20 and
South of Blocks 18 and 19, of the C. 0. Brack's Addition to
the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, bounded
on the Northeast by a straight line drawn from the Northeast
corner of Lot 1, Block 20, of the aforesaid addition to the
East corner of Block 19 of said addition, and bounded on the
West by a straight line drawn from the Northwest corner of
Lot 12 of said Block 20 to the Southernmost corner of Lot 2,
Block 18 of said addition, as re- platted;
That portion of Fray Street lying East of Block 18 and West
of Block 19 of said addition, bounded on the North by a straight
line extending from the Northwest corner of Block 19 to the
Northeast corner of Lot 1, Block 18 of said addition, and
bounded on the South by a straight line drawn from the Southwest
corner of said Block 19 to the Southeast corner of Lot 2 of the
said Block 18, (the whole of said portions of Milton Avenue and
Fray Street being outlined by red lines on the photostat of the
plat of said addition, which is hereto attached and marked
"Exhibit A. ")
Attached to said petition was a Consent for said closure signed by the abutting prop-
erty owners. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, Monday, October
28, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for
public hearing thereon, by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a petition from the Little Rock School District
representing itself to be the owner of all property abutting upon portions of streets
and alleys proposed to be closed, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon said
streets and alleys described as follows, to -wit: III
"J" Street between McAdoo Lane and Bryant Street,
intersecting Blocks 5 and 12 of Success Addition to
the City of Little Rock.
McAdoo Lane between "I" Street and "K" Street inter-
secting part of the Northwest Quarter (NAT) of the
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Southwest Quarter (SWT) from Blocks 5 and 12 of
Success Addition to the City of Little Rock.
An Alley between "I °Street and "J" Street, inter-
secting Lots 7 -12 and Lots 1 -6 of Block 12, Success
Addition to the City of Little Rock.
I' An Alley between "J" Street and "K" Street, inter-
secting Lots 7 -12 and Lots 1 -6 of Block 5, Success
l Addition to the City of Little Rock.
Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, Monday, November 4, 1957 at
8 :00 o'clock p.m, in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public
hearing thereon by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans,
Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2.
(Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners in Street Improvement
District No. 616, stating that the cost of improvement planned will be more than 60
per cent of the value of the real property in the District as shown by the last county
assessment, that all expenses incurred have been accounted for and further requesting
that the Ordinance creating this District be repealed. Upon motion of Alderman Reid,
' ��Iseconded by Alderman Parris, said report was approved. (See Ordinance No. 10,639).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,639, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 616 OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Repeals Ordinance No. 10,604 creating said District); which ordinance was read the
first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of
rman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being
even in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon
Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were again suspended and the
e read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
I�IShall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
11 Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
11�(See Street Improvement District No. 618).
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners in Curb and Gutter Improve-
District No. 617, stating that the cost of the improvement planned will be more
han 60 per cent of the value of the real property in the District as shown by the last
ounty assessment, and that this District has been abandoned, that all expenses incurred
ave been accounted for and further requesting that the Ordinance creating this District
e repealed. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, said report was
ved. (See Ordinance No. 10,640).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,640, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 617 OF THE
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I�CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
jl (Repeals Ordinance No. 10,605 creating said District); which ordinance was read the
l�first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of
jjjAlderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
jread the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being
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lilseven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motio
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were again suspended and the
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ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question)
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
gotal 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presid-
ing). Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (See Curb and Gutter Improvement
District No. 619).
There was then presented a petition from a number of property owners in Success
(Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to, create an improvement)
district for the purpose of paving and grading, in such a manner and with such materials
as the Commissioners to be elected for the said Improvement District shall deem to be
for the best interest of said District, the following part of the following streets in
the City of Little Rock,, Arkansas, to -wit::
Coolidge Street, also known as Cox Street, from the
North line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to
South line of "K" Street, also known as "B" Street.
j J Mellon Street, also known as Caruth Street, from the
North line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to
South line of "H" Street, also known as "E" Street, and
.from the South line of "K" Street, also known as Evergreen,
and "B" Street to South line of "L" Street, also known as
"A" Street.
Bryan Street, also known as Hope Street, from the North
line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South
line of '.'L" Street, also known as '_'A" Street.
!Attached to said petition was a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
)value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published on September 28, 1957 and October 5, 1957 notifying all interested
(persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing. Whereupon, all persons so
desiring were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by
(!Alderman Reid, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. -10,641).
_There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,641, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 618 OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK,, ARKANSAS;
)which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Council present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
Isuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote-of the members
lo£ the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
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�isaid ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented a petition from a number of property owners in Succes
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, representing themselves to be the owners
of two - thirds or more in value of the property affected, asking the City to create an
improvement district for the purpose of draining, curbing, and guttering, in such a
manner and with such materials as the Commissioners to be elected for the said Improve -
ment District shall deem to be for the best interest of said District, the following
part of the following streets in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
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Coolidge Street, also known as Cox Street, from the
North line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to
South line of "K" Street, also known as "B" Street.
Mellon Street, also known as Caruth Street, from the
North line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to
South line of "H" Street, also known as "E" Street, and
from the South line of "K" Street also known as Evergreen
Street, and "B" Street, to South line of "L" Street, also
known as "A" Street.
Bryan Street, also known as Hope Street, from the North
line of Lee Street, also known as "I" Street, to South
line of "L" Street, also known as "A" Street.
Said petition was accompanied by a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published on September 28, 1957 and October 5, 1957 notifying all interested
persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were heard in the premises. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded
by Alderman Parris, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,642).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,642, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 619 OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,643, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN ANNEX NO. 1 TO WATER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 129 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2.
said ordinance was declared passed.
(Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,644, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 131
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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615;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,645, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN GAS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 132
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Report of the remaining commissioners for Street
Improvement District No. 614 of Little Rock, Arkansas, together with the resignation of
Berch E. Henry, Commissioner in Street Improvement District No. 614 and Curb and Gutter
Improvement District No. 615, asking that said resignation be accepted, and recommendin
the appointment of Roy E. Fawcett as his successor as Commissioner in the above Street
Improvement District. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, said
resignation was accepted and Report of Commissioners approved. (See Resolution No. 2166).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2166, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONER IN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,i
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Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented the Report of the remaining commissioners for Curb
and Gutter Improvement District No. 615, stating that Berch E. Henry had tendered his
resignation to the City Council as commissioner of said improvement district, and rec-
ommending the appointment of Roy E. Fawcett as his successor as Commissioner in the
above District. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, said Report
was approved. (See Resolution No. 2167). (Resignation filed with Improvement District
No. 614).
There was then presented Resolution-No. 2167, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONER IN CURB & GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.
615;
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'Iwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by
(Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
IiHood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
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In connection with the formation of Street Improvement District No. 618, by
the passage of Ordinance No. 10,641, there was then presented a Report by the Commis-
sioners of Street Improvement District No. 618 of the plans and estimated cost thereof,
Illwhich report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, was approved
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1and filed. (See Resolution No. 2168).
III�I There was then presented Resolution No. 2168, entitled:
1 RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 618;
IIlwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Ili Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
II Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey :Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; y -
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II; total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
PI In connection with the formation of Curb and Gutter Improvement District
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No. 619, by the passage of Ordinance No. 10,642, there was then presented a Report by
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the Commissioners of Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 619, of the plans and
estimated cost thereof, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderma
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hl,Reid, was approved and filed. (See Resolution No. 2169).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2169, entitled:
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ICI RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 619
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented the Final Report of Street Improvement District
No. 515, which report, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, was
received and filed. (No request for discharge of Commissioners filed herewith).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,646, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTION 4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10622;
(Re:
Street
Improvement
District No.
614 and
Curb
and
Gutter Improvement
District No.
615.
Width
of Pavement
on "H" Street
between
Hayes
and
McKinley Streets);
which
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council -
elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were suspende
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Reid and Parris - total 6; Noes - Evans - total 1;
.Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said
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Ilordinance was declared passed.
,III There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,647, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE GRADE ON "H" STREET FROM THE WEST LINE OF HAYES
STREET TO THE EAST LINE OF MISSIPPI STREET (AVENUE) AND ON MELLON STREET FROM THE NORTH
LINE OF "H" STREET TO THE SOUTH LINE OF "K" STREET;
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(Re: Street Improvement District No. 614 and Curb and Gutter Improvement District
No. 615); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,648, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
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A DEED GRANTING AN EASEMENT TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION FOR THE CONS'RUCTIO
AND MAINTENANCE OF AN OVERHEAD PEDESTRIAN CROSSING ON THE LITTLE ROCK RIVERFRONT DRIVE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(See Section 6, Ordinance No. 9874); which ordinance was read the first time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley,
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seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman
Reid, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2.
(Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Easement
Deeds from City to State Highway Commission and Big Rock Stone and Material Company to
City filed herewith).
There was then presented a certified copy of a Resolution from the Housing
(Authority of the City of Little Rock signed by Mr. Knox Banner, Executive Director,
approving the Urban Renewal Plan for the Livestock Show Area Project, Project No. Ark -
R-2; and authorizing the submission of said Urban Renewal Plan for the consideration
and approval of the City Council; together with the complete Plan and a Report on Re-
location Plan. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Hood, said Resolution
and Report were approved. (See Ordinance No. 10,609).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,649, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THAT BLIGHTED AND DETERIORATING AREA IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, DESCRIBED IN THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE LIVESTOCK SHOW AREA
PROJECT, PROJECT ARK -R -2, PREPARED AND PRESENTED BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; APPROVING SAID URBAN RENEWAL PLAN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the
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I rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
land No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 6; Noes - Miller
Itotal 1; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 9 of Ordinance No. 10,649 was read and,
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a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Miller, Hollis,
Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and
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Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a Certificate of Appointment of Robert H. Johnson,
las a member of the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, for a term
of five years beginning October 9 , 1957,
said certificate having been signed by the
Commissioners of the Housing Authority as provided in Act 77 of the Acts of the General
(Assembly of 1943 to provide the filling of vacancies on Municipal Housing Authority
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IBoards. (Term of George W. Price expiring). Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
Alderman Reid, said appointment was approved and confirmed by the following roll call:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented a resolution from the Board of Commissioners of the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works of their appointment, subject to the approval of the
City Council, of Mr. Lawson L. Delony as a Commissioner on said Board to succeed him=
self, his present term to expire on October 31, 1957• Upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Corley, and by unanimous vote of the members of the. Council pres-
ent, said resolution was approved and received and filed. (New term to expire on
October 31, 1965.. See Resolution No. 2170).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2170, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF LAWSON L. DELONY AS A MEMBER OF THE
(BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by
(Alderman Reid, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley,
`Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
` There was then presented a Financial Analysis Report from the office of the
City Clerk, dated October 9, 1957, showing expenditures for the City thrpugh September
30, 1957, and average monthly requirements and amount available for the balance of the
year 1957, which report, had previously been discussed in a meeting of the Finance
Committee and the Council as a Committee of the Whole and, upon motion of Alderman Hood
!seconded by Alderman Reid, was received and filed.
I� There was then presented a petition from John H. Funk for curb cuts of 68 feet
lat 400 -04 Center Street for access to a Parking Lot, which petition, upon motion of
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(Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, was granted.
There was then presented a communication from Mr. A. J. Wilson, requesting
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permission to plant a row of red bud and dogwood trees along the south side of South
Lookout Avenue, stating that Mr. W. K. Amo, Superintendent of the Parks and Recreation
Department had given his approval for same and that it would help to beautify that
(section of the City. Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, said
Irequest was granted, subject to the approval of Mr. Amo.
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together with a proposed ordinance to establish revised and extended Bus routes in the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, as approved by the City Council after public hearing on
same on September 30, 1957 and a request that an ordinance be presented to amend the
Franchise Ordinance which established Bus routes in the City. (Ordinance No, 10,01}5)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,650, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10045 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; REVISING SECTION 2 OF SAID ORDINANCE;
(Re: Bus Routes); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Corley, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded
by Alderman Corley, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
Ithe result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and
Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy
presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Communication received an
filed).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,651, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,313 ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES OF CERTAIN
EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: City Clerk's Office); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous
vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by
Alderman Reid, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley,
seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and
Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy
presiding). Whereupon, said. ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,652, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVENTEEN DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS ($(;17.5.0;
PER..WEEK AS PAYMENT-OF SALARY.TO THE.UTILITY MAN. (PLUMBER) 'IN THE.BUILDING MAINTENANCE
DEPARTMENT FOR OVERTIME WORK IN CONNECTION WITH THE OPERATION OF THE HEATING PLANTS FOR
THE CITY HALL, FIRE DEPARTMENT, MCARTHUR PARK, AND DUNBAR RECREATION CENTER, REPEALING
ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
hick ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
(land No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
�lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
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none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
Ilsaid ordinance was declared passed.
iThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,653, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF 44,000.00 TO PAY THE COSTS OF HOLDING
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`THE GENERAL ELECTION AND THE SPECIAL ELECTION NOVEMBER 5, 1957; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
,Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
isuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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lof. the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
lrules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
land No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
III There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,655, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED AND NINETY -FOUR DOLLARS
(594.00) TO PAY DOCTOR, DOCTOR BILLS AND HOSPITAL BILL OF ALBERT EMERY, A STREET
EMPLOYEE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ch ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules we
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
IIIof the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the
11rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
land No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
linone; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,656, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF $310.00 TO ROBERT C. BINZ MACHINERY SERVIC
I+OR CERTAIN WORK AT THE CURRAN CONWAY MUNICIPAL SWIMMING POOL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
I(Inone;
Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
(said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,654, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND
�I$83.14
FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
III There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,655, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED AND NINETY -FOUR DOLLARS
(594.00) TO PAY DOCTOR, DOCTOR BILLS AND HOSPITAL BILL OF ALBERT EMERY, A STREET
EMPLOYEE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ch ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules we
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
IIIof the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the
11rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
land No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
linone; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,656, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF $310.00 TO ROBERT C. BINZ MACHINERY SERVIC
I+OR CERTAIN WORK AT THE CURRAN CONWAY MUNICIPAL SWIMMING POOL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the :first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
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were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Corley,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,657, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE SUPPLIES FOR THE CITY COLLECTOR'S OFFICE FOR
THE YEAR 1958, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $850.00;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,658, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
+ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE PIPE ARCH AND REINFORCING STEEL FOR A STORM
SEWER AT 16TH AND MAIN STREETS FOR THE STREET DEPARTMENT AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWELVE
,HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS ($1250.00) AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
ICouncil present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
ICouncil- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
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,of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
lAbsent - Winder and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said
!ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,659, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE FLEXIBLE STORM SEWER RODS AND ATTACHMENTS FOR
THE STREET DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF FOUR HUNDRED AND TWENTY -FIVE DOLLARS ($425.00)
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Corley, Hood, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - Winder and Griffey - total 2.
ordinance was declared passed.
(Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
intention to purchase by advertising for bids, and make payment for, various items for
various departments, each amounting to less than $300.00, which purchases and payments,
upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman Hood, were approved.
There was then presented an acknowledgment from the family of the late Harper
E. Harb, Judge of the Little Rock Municipal Court, First Division, to the members of
the City Council for their expression of sympathy.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Corley, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, October 28, 1957, at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
October 28, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and
the following Aldermen present: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Absent - Miller - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded.by Alderman Evans.
There was then returned,to the Council Ordinance No. 10,646, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE REPEALING SECTION 1� OF ORDINANCE NO. 10622 "; (Re: Dedication of property on
the north side of "H" Street for sidewalk purposes in Street Improvement District No.
614 and Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615); together with the veto message.
of the Mayor. Alderman Reid moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that said veto be
over - ridden, which motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Evans - total 1;
Absent - Miller - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,660, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE CITIZENS COACH COMPANY TO CHARGE ZONE FARES FOR
CERTAIN ADDITIONAL SERVICE;
which ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Reid moved, that the ordinance be
amended on second reading by changing period at end of Section One to a semi -colon and
adding the following: "provided, however, that service when instituted along Hayes
Street, Mississippi Street, and "H" Street, or to serve that area, shall be instituted
on a trial basis as heretofore requested by the City Council without a zone fare but
in the event that such service is found to operate at a loss as evidenced by an opera-
ting statement of costs per mile and revenue per mile filed with the City Clerk, then
upon the Company's filing of such statement with the City Clerk the zone fare herein
provided shall immediately be applicable thereafter to the said area "; which motion was
seconded by Alderman Loy. Whereupon, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman
Reid, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, being nine in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, the rules were suspended
L and the ordinance read the second time as amended; and by unanimous vote of the members
Iof the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes -
Hollis - total 1; Absent - Miller - total I. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,661, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE "HOUSING CODE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK. ARKANSAS" FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE LITTLE ROCK CITY CLERK ON OCTOBER 21, 1957,
BY THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING CODE COMMITTEE, WHICH CODE PRESCRIBES MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR
,THE SAFE AND HEALTHFUL OCCUPANCY OF DWELLINGS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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I�which ordinance was substituted for a proposed ordinance of similar title which had
been presented, together with a proposed Housing Code, on May 27, 1957, read by title
only, and a public hearing set on same for June 24, 1957, at which time the hearing was
(postponed by request of the Housing Code Committee to a later date. Said substitute
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Ijordinance was then read the first time. Filed with said ordinance was a Report from
the Housing Code Committee, together with copies of a Revised Housing Code as filed in
the office of the City Clerk on October 21, 1957. It was stated that notice had been
published in the Arkansas Democrat on October 21, 1957, and Arkansas Gazette on October
22, 1957, that said Housing Code was on file in the office of the City Clerk and that
public hearing would be held at 7:30 P.M. in the Council Chamber on October 28, 1957
on same, but that due to an extended hearing on another matter held prior to this time,
that public hearing had not been held at that time and would be held now. Whereupon,
Mayor Mann then stated that due to a lengthy agenda for this meeting, each group for
and against the proposed Housing Code would be allowed to select five representatives
to speak for three minutes each. Mr. U. A. Gentry then spoke on behalf of the persons
opposing the proposed Housing Code for the allotted fifteen minutes. Mrs. A. R. Spark
Chairman of the Housing Code Committee spoke on behalf of the group sponsoring said
Code, and introduced Mrs. Gordon Oates, Chairman of the City Beautiful Commission, Mr.
Clyde Byrd of the Arkansas Livestock Commission, Mr. George Wittenberg, Jr., Vice -
Chairman, Little Rock Community Council, Dr. Mason G. Lawson, City Health Officer and
Gann L. Nalley, Chief of the Little Rock Fire Department, who spoke briefly for the
proposal. At the suggestion of the Mayor, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by
Alderman Winder, Council recessed for five minutes into a Committee of the Whole for
discussion on the matter, after which the Council re- convened with Mayor Woodrow W. Man
presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and the following Aldermen pres-
ent: Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. There being a quorum present and it being so
lannounced, the following proceedings were had:
The Acting City Clerk then stated that in the meeting and discussion in the
Council as a Committee of the Whole, Sub - section 2.104 of Section 2 of the proposed
Housing Code had been amended to read as follows: '2.104 Dwelling. A building or
portion thereof, used exclusively for residential occupancy, including one and two -
family dwellings, but not including hotels, motels, lodging or boarding houses or tour-
ist homes and multiple dwellings." Alderman Loy then moved, that said amendment be
approved, which motion was seconded by Alderman Corley. As a substitute to this motion,
Alderman Hood moved, that Sub - section 1.4 of Section 1 of the proposed Code, viz:
"Applicability to All Dwellings ", also be amended; which motion failed to receive a
(second. Alderman Winder then moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that the amendment
to Section 2.104 of the Housing Code as proposed in the original motion be approved
land that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading. Roll call
was then had on this motion with the following result: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
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,Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - Hood and Evans - total 2; Absent -
Miller - total 1. Alderman Hood again moved, seconded by Alderman Evans, that Sub-
section 1.4 of Section 1 of the proposed Housing Code be amended before second reading
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of the ordinance, as follows: "Applicability of every building and addition thereto
used, or intended to be used for dwelling purposes, which is constructed after the
leffective date of this Code, shall comply with the provisions hereof, except as may be I�
�I',Provided otherwise by Section 4.3 in case of a conflict of ordinances "; which motion
October 28, 1957 - Cont'd.
failed of adoption by the following roll call: Ayes - Hood and Evans - total 2;
Noes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 7; Absent -
Miller - total 1. Whereupon, the original motion to suspend the rules having received
the necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Council - elect, the ordinance was
then read the second time as amended. Alderman Griffey then moved, seconded by Alderman
Reid, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final
reading. Roll call was then had on this motion, with the following result: Ayes -
Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - Hood and Evans
total 2; Absent - Miller - total 1. Having received the necessary two - thirds vote of
the members of the Council - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken on the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Winder, Griffey, Reid
and Parris - total 7; Noes •- Hood and Evans - total 2; Absent - Miller - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented the communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
Director of the Little Rock Planning Commission, regarding Act 186 of the General
Assembly of 1957 of the State of Arkansas, revising Planning Legislation and requiring
the adoption of a Land Use Plan by ordinance of the City Council before any new petition
for rezoning are acted upon, or existing ones amended; together with a resolution approv
ing and adopting a Land Use Plan and a resolution describing the boundaries of the Plan-
ning Area, and recommending said Plan to the City Council, as adopted by the Planning
Commission; which had been referred on October 14, 1957 to the City Attorney for further
study, and a meeting with him and Mr. Burleigh to be held with the Council as a Commit-
tee of the Whole, to be followed by a public hearing on a proposed ordinance and numer-
ous zoning petitions filed for consideration after passage of the proposed ordinance
adopting the Land Use Plan, said hearing set for this date and time. Upon motion of
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Parris, said resolutions of the Planning Com-
mission were approved and communication received and filed. (See Ordinance No. 10,662).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,662, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMIS-
SION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A LAND USE PLAN, AND RELATED MATTERS; ESTABLISHING
SAID PLAN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance had been read by title only on October 14, 1957 and referred with
attached Map of the Land Use Area to the Council as a Committee of the Whole, followed
by a public hearing at the regular meeting of the City Council for this time and place.
Said ordinance was then read the first time and it being stated that this was the time
for public hearing, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Aldermal
Winder, seconded by Alderman Reid, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council
present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Council -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Alderman Reid
moved, seconded by Alderman Hollis, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance
placed On third and final reading. There being a negative vote on this motion, a roll
call was then had with the following result: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Evans - total 1; Absent - Miller - total 1
Said motion to suspend the rules having received the necessary two - thirds vote of the
members of the Council - elect, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total
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8; Noes - Evans - total 1; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance,
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with attached Map as approved by the Little Rock Planning Commission was declared
passed.
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The emergency section, being Section 6 of Ordinance No. 10,662 was read and,
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roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley,
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Mood, Winder, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 8; Noes - Evans - total 1; Absent -
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- total 1.
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,662 and adoption by the
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City Council of the Land Use Plan, there was then presented the communication from
Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director of the Little Rock Planning Commission, together
with petitions recommended for re- zoning and included in Tracts with lots added by the
Commission, and proposed ordinance, as filed on October 14, 1957, and to be considered
by the City Council after adoption of said Land Use Plan, as follows:
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Petition from Fritz A. Zuendt, for reclassification of property at 1824 Battery
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Street, described as Lot 27, Block 42, Centennial Addition to the City of Little Rock,
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Arkansas, from the present "C" Tw6- Family District to that of "F" Commercial District
property, which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
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Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. There being no protests
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presented, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, and by unanimous
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vote of the members of the Council present, the report of the Planning Commission was
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adopted and said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,663).
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Petition from E. 0. Martindale, for reclassification of property on the South-
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west corner of Bishop and West 28th Streets, described as Lots 11 and 12, Block 22,
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Braddoek's Boulevard Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present
"B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - Family District property, which petition
carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed
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by James H. Larrison, Chairman. There being no protests presented, upon motion of
Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Hood, the report of the Planning Commission was
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adopted and said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,663).
Petition from Curtis E. Woods, for reclassification of property at 3924 West
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14th Street, described as Lot 7, Block 6, W. B. Worthen's Addition to the City of
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Little Rock, Arkansas (NE corner of West 14th and Cedar Streets); from the present "B"
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Residence District to that of "C" Two - Family District property, which petition carried
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the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James
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I H. Larrison, Chairman. There being no protests presented, upon motion of Alderman
Evans, seconded by Alderman Hood, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and
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said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,663).
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Petition from John Collins and Gulf Oil Company, for reclassification of
property at 1807 West 10th Street, described as the West 100 feet of Lots 1 and 2,
Block 13, Marshall and Wolfe's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
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present "C" Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which
' petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves ";
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. There being no protests presented, upon motion
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of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, and by unanimous vote of the members of
the Council present, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petitio'
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There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,663, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being nine.in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being nine in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
(Communication received and filed).
There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
Director of the Little Rock Planning Commission, in regard to disapprovals on zoning
applications presented to the Planning Commission as set out in Section 6 -a of Act 186
of 1957 and adoption by the City Council of a Land Use Plan. Attached to said communi-
cation were five disapproved petitions, as follows:
Petition from S. C. Fendley, for reclassification of property on the North side
of Roosevelt Road between Battery and Wolfe Streets, described.as Lots 4,5,6,7,8,9, and
10, Block 9, McCarthy's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present
"C" Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition
carried the following report:: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves ";
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Alderman Hollis moved, that the report of the
(Planning Commission be adopted and said petition be denied, which motion was seconded
by Alderman Loy. As a substitute to this motion, Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Evans, moved that said petition be re- referred to the Planning Commission. Roll call
was had on the substitute motion and said motion was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes - Corley, Hood, Evans, Griffey and Reid; Noes - Hollis, Loy, Winder and Parris -
total 4; Absent - Miller - total 1. Filed at this time in connection with the said
petition, was a protest petition signed by a large number of property owners in the
area, urging that the petition for rezoning be denied. There were also several verbal
protests thereon. Upon motion of Alderman Loy, seconded by Alderman Winder, the Counci.
voted to reconsider and expunge from the record their previous vote on said petition by
the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,'Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1. Upon motion of
Alderman Winder, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the report of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said petition denied by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent.
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Miller - total 1.
Petition from Zillah Retan, for reclassification of property at the Southeast
corner of Roosevelt Road and Schiller Avenue, described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 3,
McCarthy's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residenc
District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which,petition carried the follow
ing report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H.
IlLarrison, Chairman. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, and by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Council present, the report of the Planning Com-
mission was adopted and said petition denied.
Petition from Mrs. Norma Stephens Killingsworth, for reclassification of
j� property at the Southwest corner of West 24th and High Streets, described as all of
Lots 1 and 2. South 75 feet of Lots 3, 4, 5, 6, East 28 feet of North 130 feet of Lot
3; South 40 feet of North 160 feet of Lots 3, 4, 5, 6, Block 20, Fleming and Bradford's
Addition to the City of Little flock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two- Family District
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to that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the following
report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James H. Larrison,
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il(Chairman. Upon motion of Alderman Hollis, seconded by Alderman Hood, and by unanimous
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vote of the members of the Council present, the report of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said petition denied.
Petition from Christian Science Society, for reclassification of property at
the Northwest corner of "R" and Hayes Streets, described as Lots 11 and 12, Block 1,
Springdale Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "A" One-
M Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which petition carried the
' ilffollowing report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapproves "; signed by James
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H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said petition was a communication from Nevil C.
Withrow, Sr., Chairman of the Building Committee, Christian Science Society, requesting
that said petition be withdrawn and no action taken thereon. Upon motion of Alderman
Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, said request was granted and petition withdrawn.
Petition from Herman H. Cousins, et al., for reclassification of property at
1810 North Pierce; 1804 and 1806 North Pierce; East Side of Pierce; 5816 -5820 Cantrell
Road; between Grant and Pierce Streets; described as Lots 4, 5, 6, East 45 feet of Lots
7, 8 and 9, the middle 45 feet of Lots 7, 8, and 9, and the West 50 feet of Lots 7, 8
and 9, Block 10, Mountain Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, which
petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Disapprove
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, said petition was re- referred to the Little Rock Planning Commission
by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 9; Noes - none; Absent - Miller - total 1.
(Communication from Planning Director received and filed).
There was then presented a petition from Dr. Johan.W. Eliot, Director, Arkans
Child Development Center, and Dr. E. J. Easley, Director Bureau Local Health Services,
for a Waiver of regulations governing the use of parking of trailers,on property at 811
North Spruce Street, for the sole purpose of housing a vision and hearing testing lab -
IlIoratory in conjunction with the work of their organization. Upon motion of Alderman
Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Council
ijpresent, said petition was granted for a period of one year from this date.
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There was then presented a getition from Bill Dougherty of Cordell's Exclusive
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,JFine Foods, for a temporary permit of one year to use a small building being used for
listorage space and located at 1922 North Hayes at the rear of his present store, for the
purpose of extending his sales area. Upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by
fi,Alderman Parris, said petition was granted.
` There was then presented a petition from Mrs. E. L. C rist for a waiver of yard
Ijspace requirements on property at 2324 Pine Street to permit the construction of a
carport on the North side of her residence, which petition, upon motion of Alderman
Evans, seconded by Alderman Reid, was granted.
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Mayor Mann was excused and requested that Alderman Loy preside in his absence. IIII
Alderman Griffey was excused. U
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,664, entitled:
D NANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION, USE A I
AN OR E ND MAINTENANCE OF AN OVERHEAD I I it
STRUCTURE ACROSS THE ALLEY INTERSECTING BLOCK 5, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, CONNECT-
ING THE BANKING HOUSE OF WORTHEN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY WITH A PARKING DECK STRUCTURE
TO BE CONSTRUCTED ON LOTS 10, 11 AND 12, BLOCK 5, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Corley, seconded by Alderman
Parris, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, i
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). '
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition, with a Consent attached, from a number
of property owners representing themselves to be the owners of all lots abutting upon
a portion of Fray Street and Milton Avenue, adjacent to'Blocks 18, 19 and 20, C. 0.
Brack's Addition to the City o£ Little Rock, Arkansas, as re platted, asking the City
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to vacate and abandon the following portion of said streets, to -wit: i
That portion of Milton Avenue lying North of Block 20 and
South of Blocks 18 and 19, of the C. 0. Brack's Addition to
the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, bounded
on the Northeast by a straight line drawn from the Northeast
corner of Lot 1, Block 20, of the aforesaid addition to the
East corner of Block 19 of said addition, and bounded on the
West by a straight line drawn from the Northwest corner of
Lot 12 of said Block 20 to the Southernmost corner of Lot 2,
Block 18 of said addition, as re- platted;
That portion of Fray Street lying East of Block 18 and West
of Block 19 of said addition, bounded on the North by a straight
line extending from the Northwest corner of Block 19 to the
Northeast corner of Lot 1, Block 18 of said addition, and
bounded on the South by a straight line drawn from the South-
west corner of said Block 19 to the Southeast corner of Lot 2
of the said Block 18, (the whole of said portions of Milton
Avenue and Fray Street being outlined by red lines on the
photostat of the plat of said addition, which is hereto attached
and marked "Exhibit A. ");
on which petition public hearing had been set by the City Council on October 14, 1957,
for this date and time. It was stated that notice had been published on October 18,
1957 and October 25, 1957, notifying all interested persons to appear and they would be
heard on the matter. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. There
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being no protests presented, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Parris,
said petition was granted. (No ordinance filed herewith).
There was then presented a petition from Theo Mashburn, et al., representing
themselves to be the owners of all property, lots and land abutting upon or adjacent
to that portion of "J" Street lying between Block Six and Block Eleven, of Pleasant Hill
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to vacate the following
portion of said street, to -wit:
That part of the said "J" Street lying East of the East
right of way line of Cleveland Street and the West right
of way line of Arthur Street in the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas.
October 28, 1957 - Cont'd.
Upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, Monday, November 18, 1957,
at 8:00 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND
ABANDON THAT PORTION OF "J" STREET WHICH LIES BETWEEN BLOCK 6 AND 11, PLEASANT HILL
ADDITION, TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLICATION OF
NOTICE THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented the Report of the Commissioners of Sewer Improvement
District No. 130, together with estimate of the Engineer for said District, which repor
upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, was approved. (See Resolu-
tion No. 2172),
There was then presented Resolution No. 2172, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND APPOINTING ASSESSORS IN SEWER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,665, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.
618 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
IlCouncil-
elect,
hearing thereon. (See Resolution No. 2171).
motion of Alderman
Parris, seconded
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There was then presented Resolution No, 2171, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND
ABANDON THAT PORTION OF "J" STREET WHICH LIES BETWEEN BLOCK 6 AND 11, PLEASANT HILL
ADDITION, TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLICATION OF
NOTICE THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented the Report of the Commissioners of Sewer Improvement
District No. 130, together with estimate of the Engineer for said District, which repor
upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, was approved. (See Resolu-
tion No. 2172),
There was then presented Resolution No. 2172, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLANS AND APPOINTING ASSESSORS IN SEWER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by
Alderman Parris, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood,
Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey -
total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,665, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO.
618 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock City Beautiful
Commission for 1957, which report, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman
Reid, was received and filed.
i There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED, INCREASING THE SALARY
RANGE OF ALL NON UNIFORM LITTLE ROCK CITY EMPLOYEES $520.00 PER YEAR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had been presented on August 26, 1957, read the first time and
referred to the Finance Committee. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Winder, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Council present, said
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IlCouncil-
elect,
upon
motion of Alderman
Parris, seconded
by
Alderman Reid, the
rules
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suspended
and
the ordinance read
the second time;
and
by unanimous vote
of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock City Beautiful
Commission for 1957, which report, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman
Reid, was received and filed.
i There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED, INCREASING THE SALARY
RANGE OF ALL NON UNIFORM LITTLE ROCK CITY EMPLOYEES $520.00 PER YEAR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had been presented on August 26, 1957, read the first time and
referred to the Finance Committee. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman
Winder, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Council present, said
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proposed ordinance was tabled.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT THE MEMBERS OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT SHALL NOT BE
REQUIRED TO BE ON REGULAR DUTY OVER AN AVERAGE OF FIFTY -SIX (56) HOURS PER WEEK COMPUTED r
ANNUALLY OVER THE CITY'S FISCAL YEAR OR ANY UNEXPIRED PORTION THEREOF, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had previously been presented on July 8, 1957, read the first
time and referred to the Finance Committee and Safety Committee. Said proposed ordi-
nance was returned with the following recommendation: "Disapproved because of lack of
Finances - by the Finance Conunittee "; signed by Franklin E. Loy, Ray Winder, Harold H.
Reid and F. W. Parris. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, the
report of the Finance Committee was adopted and said proposed ordinance tabled, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Council present.
In connection with the above proposed ordinance, Alderman Hood then presented
the following:
"Mr. Loy was made Chairman of a Committee to hold hearings
on the proposal of firemen for a 56 hour week. ;
He has devoted time, energy and effort in holding hearings
and in gathering information relating to this problem.
He is presenting the facts for the benefit of the Citizens
and Taxpayers, so that they may be more intelligently informed
as to the effect a 56 hour duty week for firemen will have on
the future financial condition and continuing the 3rd Class
insurance rating - and that the City Council go on record of
standing back of and approving all hearings that have been
conducted; I move that Mr. Loy be commended for his fine
efforts'."
Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Hollis, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, said commendation was approved and made a part of this
record.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,666, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE 9006 AS AMENDED, CHANGING THE
TITLES OF FIRST ASSISTANT CHIEF AND SECOND ASSISTANT CHIEF, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Fire Department); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman
Winder, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Council present,, being seven in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Winder, seconde
by Alderman Hood, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and
Parris - total 7; Noes - none; Absent Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy
presiding). Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,667, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE SALARY OF CERTAIN PERSONNEL IN THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT ACTING IN VARIOUS CAPACITIES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the '
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members
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of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2
said ordinance was declared passed.
(Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCES 9207, 9467, 9943 AND 109094 ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES FOR ALL UNIFORMED
OFFICERS IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT EXCEPT CHIEF OF POLICE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had been presented on July 29, 1957, read the first time and
referred to the Finance Committee and Safety Committee. Upon motion of Alderman Hood,
seconded by Alderman Parris, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Council present, said proposed ordinance was tabled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,668, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $623.55 FROM THE GENERAL FUND FOR
HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL BILLS FOR W. W. KENNEMER AND J. C. BROOKS, POLICE DEPARTMENT,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,669, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING A SUM NOT TO EXCEED TWO HUNDRED ($200.00) DOLLARS
TO PAY THE EXPENSES OF REPRESENTATIVE OF HEALTH DEPARTMENT TO ATTEND THE ANNUAL MEETING
OF THE AMERICAN PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION TO BE HELD IN CLEVELAND, OHIO, NOVEMBER 9
THROUGH NOVEMBER 15, 1957;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none, Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,670, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED EIGHTY -EIGHT DOLLARS AND
FORTY CENTS ($588.40) FROM THE STREET FUND TO BE PAID TO MR. A. M. WRAPE FOR FIVE
J
tober 28, 1957 - Cont'd.
(THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED EIGHTY -FOUR (5,884) YARDS OF RED GRAVEL FOR USE IN STREET
DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the rules were
(suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
!of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans, the
i
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,671, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE THOUSAND (1,000) POUNDS OF BROOM WIRE, AT
A COST NOT TO EXCEED FOUR HUNDRED AND TWENTY -FIVE DOLLARS ($425.00) FOR USE OF THE
STREET DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder:
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,672, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS TO
ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, A14D LET A CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIR OF SIX ELECTRIC TRANSFORMER;
FOR USE BY THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT IN WAR MEMORIAL PARK, AND FOR OTHER
,PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
i
of the Council present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rule
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
(Ayes - Hollis, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and Parris - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - Miller and Griffey - total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding). Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Notice from the Board of Public Affairs of its
Ijintention to purchase, by advertising for bids, various items for various departments,
L
October 28,1957 - Cont'd.
j
each amount to less than $300.00,
and payment to Virgil Riley, for refund on
Privilege
11
License in the amount of $50.00,
which
purchases
and payment, upon motion of
Alderman
I
Hood, seconded by Alderman Evans,
were
approved.
I
Mr. Mark Garver, Consultant.Engineer for the City on the Riverfront
Drive,
then gave an oral report, as requested
by
the members of the Council, on the
receipts
II
and disbursements in the Highway
Construction Fund, and the progress made on
the River-
front Drive to date. He stated that
with
additional payments due from the Arkansas
Highway Commission, and a refund
from money placed in escrow for settlement from
IIState
I
l�
property acquired from the Grady
Manning Hotel Garage, there would be more than
a suf-
amount in the Fund to complete
the
Riverfront Drive.
1ficient
1 The following bills and
payrolls
for the month of October, 1957, having been
approved by the heads of the various
departments and the Board of Public Affairs, were
j
then allowed and ordered paid by
the following vote: Ayes - Hollis, Corley,
Hood,
lWinder, Evans, Reid and Parris -
total
7;
Noes - none; Absent - Miller and
Griffey -
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total 2. (Alderman Loy presiding).
PAYROLLS:
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=,
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161.04
11,615.71
256.90
83,781.28
161.04
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11,065.63
256.90
74,175.34
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BILLS
III
Adkins - Phelps Seed Cc
23
38
Airkem Sales & Service
37
07
Allen Monument Works, Inc
25
00
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
1
62
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Cc
51
73
Allsopp & Chapple
1
03
Ambort & Sons, Leo J.
14
00
Archer Drug Co
120
09
Arkansas Animal Hospital
10
00
Arkansas Assoc'n A.A.U.
7
5o
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
12
80
Arkansas Chemical & Supply
4
54
Arkansas Democrat Cc (4)
316
73
Arkansas Foundry Co
8
19
Arkansas Foundry Cc
96
28
Arkansas Fuel oil Corp (16)
528
61
I
Ili
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp
250
77
Arkansas Fuel oil Corp
3
24
Arkansas Globe Chemical Co(2)
129
37
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Cc
93
68
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Cc
303
00
Arkansas Motor Freight Lines
52
50
Arkansas Paper Co
7
66
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
4,008
04
4I
Arkansas Power & Light Co
113
25
Arkansas State Revenue Dept (2)
30
87
i
Arkansas Stationery & Furn.Co
275
00
Armour & Company
208
62
Assoc'n of Official Agri.Chem.
Auto -Chlor System, Inc
7
50
87
Arkansas Tuberculosis Assoc'n
Automotive Supply Co
11
3
04
22
Automotive Supply Co
9
16
Bale Chevrolet Co (2)
2
06
Bale Chevrolet Co
7
13
Balfour Printing & Mimeo.Co
46
35
Beard, L. W.
480
00
Big Rock Stone & Material Co(3)
87
56
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
1,184
38
Binz & Sons Iron Works,Herman
11
59
Binz, Robert C.
310
00
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
5
38
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
4
25
Bowman & Company, H.A.
28
60
Brooks, Joseph,Dep.City Atty
13
85
Bush - Calwell Cc
10
50
Ii
Capital Cycle & Equipment Co(2)
5
13
Capital Steel Co
24
21
Capital Welding Supply Co
ti
18
Capital Welding Supply Co
11
78
Capitol Chemical & Supply Co
44
62
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co
33
00
Carruthers, F.Walter, M.D.
275
00
Cash Wholesale Co (2)
35
27
I
�I
Chicago,Rock Is. & Pac.R.R.
759
23
Choctaw, Inc.
20
15
Ili
(i
Choctaw, Inc
894
24
Clark Equipment Co
69
28
n
Cochran Company, H.K. (2)
262
65
Colonial Baking Cc
40
56
I�I
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B. (8)
173
27
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
106
95
it
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
36
93
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
8
76
V Crane Company (5)
210
16
Crane Company
20
15
Crouch Dairy Supply Cc _
43
76
Crow - Burlingame Co (3)
111
80
jII it
- Burlingame Co
110
76
Darragh Company (2)
56
06
ICrow
Davis Trailer & Equipment Co
4
02
Democrat Printing & Litho-Co(5)
314
84
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
22
66
DeSoto Hardware Cc (6)
111
61
' Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
143
05
Dixie Equipment Co
80
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
63
35
D -X Sunray oil Co
167
39
Enterprise Lumber Co
36
26
Esso Standard Oil Cc
4
23
Euclid - Arkansas, Inc.
109
96
Fagan Electric Co.,Inc (2)
174
73
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print(3)
95
86
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print
10
48
Farrior's, Inc
12
88
Finch Janitor Supply Co,Carl(2)
16
85
11`
' Inc
Fones.Bros.
4�
49
555, Inc
1
17
it
Hardware Co
12
12
Gazette Publishing Cc
3
24
Glover-Equipment Co
24
68
Goff Wholesale Grocery
33
15
I,
Goldman & Company, Inc
10
30
Goldman & Company, Inc
20
60
Golf Tee Company
33
81
Goodrich Store, B. F.
487
36
II
1I
Goodyear Service Stores
33
33
Graybar Electric Co.,Inc
40
91
111
1 Greater Mountain Chemical Co
',
37
48
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
3
09
__
I
, Gulf Oil Corporation
21
86
Hackman Paint & Supply Co
24
48
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October 28, 1957 - Cont'd.
BILLS:
Hand, John
13
75
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam
63
80
Hartenstein Elevator Co
22
50
Hidy, Catherine Dees
200
00
Hollis & Company (2)
15
56
Hollis & Company
31
44
Home Ice Company
135
96
Honeycutt, Thomas D.,M.D.
8
00
Illing Bus Lines, Horace A.
581
40
Independent Linen Service Co(5)
90
71
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
42
34
International Harvester Co
(2)
3,734
44
International Harvester Co
34
32
King, Raymond E.
11
49
Lawson, Mason G., Dr.
52
70
LeFever Display Service
9
40
Leimer & Son, Gus C.
1
13
Lion Oil Co
1g.
82
Lion Oil Co
2,726
15
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Co
1
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,633
27
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
21
66
Little Rock Paper Co
10
50
Little Rock Road Mach.Co
200
00
Little Rock Shade & Blind Co
18
36
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
46
35
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
18
00
Longstreth, O.D.,Jr.,City Atty
94
50
Lovell, E. M.
15
00
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
5
11
Marshall Printers, Inc
89
82
Meyer's Bakery
16
80
Miller Meters, Inc
208
34
Mohawk Tire Company (3)
44
31
Mohawk Tire Company
448
99
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
25
37
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
84
78
Moody Supply Co
45
98
Moore Ford Company
1
50
Nabors, W. P.
25
00
Nelson Company, N. 0.
3
24
Nelson Company, N. 0.
1
47
New York Life Ins. Co
540
82
Noble, Floyd
%5
85
Nolting Radiator Co
(2)
70
50
Oak Forest Lumber Co
2
65
Olin Mathieson Chemical Corp
7
57
O'Quin, L. E. "Pat"
32
27
Paragon Printing Co
(2)
48
36
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co (3)
33
74
Pattee Printing Co.,Fred
142
20
P -C Hardware Co (3)
5
20
Pine Bluff Animal Control
29
00
Pittsburgh -Erie Saw Corp
4
00
Polk & Company, R. L.
(6)
246
00
Postmaster, Little Rock,Ark.
200
00
Pulaski CO.Board of Elec.Comm.
-335
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co (3)
55
84
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co
109
87
Ramsey Top Shop
19
32
Rands, Inc
8
96
Rands, Inc
9
00
Rebsamen Motor Co
(4)
5,849
78
Southern National Mfg. Co
17
73
Refrigeration & Elec.Supply
Co
9
54
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
10
90
Riggs Tractor CO.,J.A.
14
04
Riggs Tractor Co.,J.A.
5
62
Roach Printers Supply Co
1
55
Roc -Arc Water Co (2)
1!F
89
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
53
84
Sherwin - Williams Co.,The
16
69
Southern Ice Co
(2)
14
42
Southern Radio Supply,Inc (2)
33
29
Southland Building Products
20
51
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,498
02
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Sprick, Dan T.
50
00
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
50
31
Stover Co., Wm. T.
89
41
Superior Spring & Brake Co(2)
16
52
Superior Spring & Brake Co
7
52
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo. S.(2)
134
77
Texas Company, The
(2)
1,691
93
Texas Company, The
3,220
91
Thibault Milling Co
459
45
Thompson - Hayward Chemical Co
98
49
Treadway Electric Co
(2)
66
26
University of Ark.Med.Center
1
20
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
(2)
117
12
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
112
59
Ware, W.C., City Clerk
2,153
50
W.C.Ware, City Clerk
9
50
Western Meat Packers, Inc
+
31
56
Western Union Tel.Co (3)
65
31
Williams Roofing Co
138
98
Wright Service Co.,Inc (4)
491
41
Wright Service Co.,Inc
45
78
Young & Son, R. A.
8
84
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Beard, Roy, City Collector
48
00
Garver, Mark G.
500
00
Ware, W.C.,City Clerk
2
00
PARK CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Gene Guthridge Metal Products 47 90
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Evans, Council adjourned to meet again
on Monday, November 4, 1957 at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
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YV.g�&
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
Mayor.
i
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 4, 1957 - 8:00 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular session
with Mayor Woodrow W. Mann presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and
the following Aldermen present: Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans,
Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder.
There was then returned to the Council Ordinance No. 10,661, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE "HOUSING CODE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS"
FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE LITTLE ROCK CITY CLERK ON OCTOBER 21, 1957, BY THE LITTLE
4�IROCK HOUSING CODE COMMITTEE, WHICH CODE PRESCRIBES MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR THE SAFE AND
' iHEALTHFUL OCCUPANCY OF DWELLINGS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; which ordinance was passed
,by the City Council on October 28, 1957, and vetoed by the Mayor on October 29, 1957;
together with the veto message of the Mayor, to which was attached an opinion from
Joseph C. Kemp, Assistant City Attorney, as requested by the Mayor, stating that Sectio:
2.104 of the Housing Code could be held discriminatory and thus, invalid; particularly
in view of the fact that one and two - family dwellings would be covered by the Code,
whereas multiple dwellings would not be covered. Upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconde
by Alderman Hollis, the Mayor's veto was sustained by the following roll call: Ayes -
Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,673, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING THAT PORTION OF MILTON AVENUE LYING NORTH
I�OF BLOCK 20 AND SOUTH OF BLOCKS 18 AND 19, AND THAT PORTION OF FRAY STREET LYING EAST
iIOF BLOCK 18 AND WEST OF BLOCK 19, OF THE C. 0. BRACK'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
IiIROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
A
Evans, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed. (Petition to close granted October 28, 1957)•
I PI There was again presented the petition from the Little Rock School District,
(representing themselves to be the owner of all property abutting upon portions of
streets and alleys proposed to be closed, and asking the City,to close, vacate and
I
abandon the following portions of said streets and alleys in Success Addition, to -wit:
V
November 4, 1957 - Cont'd.
"J" Street between McAdoo Lane and Bryant Street,
intersecting Blocks 5 and 12 of Success Addition to
the City of Little Rock;
McAdoo Lane between "I" Street and "K" Street inter-
secting part of the Northwest Quarter (NW4) of'.the
Southwest Quarter (SW4) from Blocks 5 and 12 of
Success Addition to the City of Little Rock;
An Alley between "I" Street and "J" Street, intersecting
Lots 7 -12 and Lots 1 -6 of Block 12, Success Addition to
the City of Little Rock;
An Alley between "J" Street and "K" Street, intersecting
Lots 7 -12 and Lots 1 -6 of Block 5, Success Addition to
the City of Little Rock;
on which petition public hearing had been set by the Council on October 14, 1957, for
this date and time. It was stated that notice had been published on October 18, 1957
and October 25, 1957, notifying all interested persons to appear and they would be
heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard in the premises. There
being no protests presented, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris,
said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,674).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,674, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RELEASING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING ALL RIGHTS OF THE CITY AND
THE PUBLIC GENERALLY IN AND TO THE FOLLOWING PORTIONS OF STREETS AND ALLEYS IN SUCCESS
ADDITION TO THE CITY OF.LITTLE ROCK; McAD00 LANE BETWEEN "I" STREET AND "K" STREET;
"J" STREET BETWEEN McAD00 LANE AND BRYANT STREET; AN ALLEY INTERSECTING BLOCK 12; AN
ALLEY INTERSECTING BLOCK 5;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
There was then presented a petition from the Board of Improvement of Street
Improvement District No. 580, stating that 2 3/4% of its assessment for the year 1958
will be sufficient to pay the outstanding bonds, coupons and administrative expenses
for the District, and asking the City Council to adopt a resolution reducing to 2 3 MO
the levy of the assessment in the District for the year 1958. Upon motion of Alderman
Evans, seconded by Alderman Griffey, said petition was approved and received and filed.
(See Resolution No. 2173).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2173, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REDUCING THE LEVY OF ASSESSMENT IN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 580;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Alderman Evans, seconded by
Alderman Griffey, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy,
Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none;
Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,675, entitled:
1
November 19 - Cont'd.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10588 BY CHANGING THE ANNUAL
RATE OF COLLECTION IN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Reid
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley,Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,676, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE No. 10589 BY CHANGING THE ANNUAL
RATE OF COLLECTION IN CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 615;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Reid, seconded by Alderman Parris, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE INTRODUCTION OR USE OF FLUORIDE ION IN THE LITTLE
' ROCK WATER SUPPLY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Alderman Hollis,
(seconded by Alderman Winder, was referred to the Health Committee.
There was then presented a Report from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works
of Comparative Statement of Income Account, Number of Customers by Classification and
Cash Receipts and Disbursements for the month of September, 1957, in compliance with
Section 709 of the Trust Indenture, dated August 1, 1956. Upon motion of Alderman Hood
seconded by Alderman Griffey, said report was received and filed.
There was then presented Rate Schedule No. 3 -A of the Arkansas - Louisiana Gas
Company affecting Industrial Customers, as approved by the Arkansas Public Service
Commission on October 16, 1957, said rates to become effective on October 17, 1957.
Upon motion of Alderman Parris, seconded by Alderman Hood, said Schedule was received
and filed.
There were then presented Reports from Capital Citizens' Council, Inc.,
(Freedom Fund For Little Rock, and Mother's League of Central High School, listing
information on the organizations, together with Affidavits and Names of Members, which
reports were filed in the office of the City Clerk on October 31, 1957, in compliance
with Ordinance No. 10,638, passed by the City Council on October 1�., 1957• Upon motion
of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Reid, said reports were received and filed.
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Alderman Loy, who was appointed Chairman of the Council as a Committee of the
Whole to make a study of the initiated ordinance proposed by the Little Rock Firemen
to reduce the hours of the Little Rock Firemen to a 56 -hour On Duty Week, and to be
voted on in the General Election on November 5, 1957, stated that meetings had been
held with representatives of the Fire Department and the Committee, and studies had
been made of Cities comparable in size to Little Rock, with the result that the City
was not financially able to pay the cost of additional Firemen that would have to be
employed with a reduction of On Duty hours, and that the number of working hours of
Firemen did not warrant a reduction in their On Duty hour week. Alderman Loy then
presented Minutes of these meetings as a Report of this Committee and moved, seconded
by Alderman Hood, that said Minutes be approved, which motion was adopted by the follow
ing roll call: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Reid and
Parris - total 9; Noes - Griffey - total 1; Absent - none. Alderman Loy then express
his thanks to the personnel of the Radio and Television Stations, and the Newspapers fo
their cooperation in presenting these facts to the public.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,677, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING A SUM NOT TO EXCEED $2,500.00 PAY DAVE E. WITT,
ATTORNEY. FOR LEGAL SERVICES RENDERED, AT THE RATE OF $20.00 PER HOUR, IN REPRESENTING
THE MAYOR, ALDERMEN AND ELECTED OFFICIALS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IN THEIR OFFICIAL
CAPACITY IN CONNECTION WITH LITIGATION NOW PENDING IN FEDERAL COURT, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Hood, seconded by Alderman Winder
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey, Reid and
Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declare
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,678, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $2,633.00 FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND, AND
$47.90 FROM THE PARK CONSTRUCTION FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Council - elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Reid, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Council present, being ten in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Council- elect, upon motion of Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman
Parris, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Miller, Hollis, Loy, Corley, Hood, Winder, Evans, Griffey,
Reid and Parris - total 10; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
Alderman Griffey, seconded by Alderman Evans, moved that Mr. Floyd Peek,
Purchasing Agent, notify the new Board of Directors to be elected on November 5, 1957
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in the Special Election, and who will replace the present Mayor and Aldermen, of the
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expressed their appreciation to members of the Council, followed by a brief farewell
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November 11, 1957 - 8 :00 P.M.
The newly elected Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
met to organize the City Manager- Director government as constituted under Act No. 8 of
the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas, approved February 1, 1957, with Jack
Murphy, Acting for the City.Clerk, presiding and the following Directors -elect present:
Warren Baldwin, Position Number One; H. L. Winburn, Position Number Two; Mrs. Edgar
F. Dixon, Position Number Three; G. W. Blankenship, Position Number Four; Leo H.
Griffin, Position Number Five; Werner C. Knoop, Position Number Six; and Letcher L.
Langford, Position Number Seven.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director G. W. Blankenship.
The Acting City Clerk then stated that the election results had been certified
to the City Clerk's Office and the Oaths of Office of the Directors duly filed, and
that the proper procedure at this time would be for the Directors to nominate a Chairma
pro tem until such time as lots could be drawn for Class One and Class Two terms of
office, in accordance with the provisions of Sub - paragraph (g) of Section 4 of Act No.
8 of the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas, approved February 1, 1957, and unti
such time as a Mayor is elected from the Board of seven Directors to serve for a term
according to the Classification drawn, and the Board is officially organized.
Whereupon, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin,
Director Knoop was nominated as Chairman pro tem by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors- elect.
Director Knoop then took the chair and requested that Mr. Clyde Lowry, C
of the Good Government Committee, sponsors of the City Manager- Director election, pass
the sealed classification numbers to be drawn by each Director, beginning with Position
Number One. The result of this drawing was as follows:
Mr. Baldwin Class One
Mr. Winburn Class One
Mrs. Dixon Class Two
Mr. Blankenship Class One
Mr. Griffin Class Two
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(Class One members to serve until and including December 31, 1958 and Class Two members
to serve until and including December 31, 1960). Said classification certificates were
then signed by each Director and received and filed for permanent record in the office
of the City Clerk.
Chairman Knoop then requested the Acting City Clerk to preside during the
nomination and election of a Mayor from the members of the Board of Directors.
Director Blankenship then moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that Director
Knoop be elected to serve as Mayor for his tenure in office on the Board of Directors,
"which motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs.
lDixon, Blankenship, Griffin and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Present and Not
oting - Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, Director Knoop was declared Mayor.
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Mayor Knoop took the chair and at his suggestion, the selection of an Assistan
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Warren Baldwin 10,311
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Wm. H. (Bill) Hadley, Jr. 2,699
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Mrs. F. E. Bates 8,920
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Letcher L. Langford 12,122
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which report, signed by John Pruniski, Chairman and W. H. Laubach, Secretary, consti-
tuting the Pulaski County Board of Election Commissioners, upon motion of Director
Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, was received and filed.
The Acting City Clerk then presented the oaths of office of the following
Directors, they having been duly administered by the Honorable Roger McNair, Circuit
Clerk of Pulaski County, Arkansas, on November 11, 1957:
Warren Baldwin.
H. L. Winburn
Mrs. Edgar F. Dixon
G. W. Blankenship
Leo H. Griffin
Werner C. Knoop
Letcher L. Langford
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Mr. W. H. Laubach, Secretary of the Pulaski County Board of Election Commis-
sioners, then extended the privilege of presenting the Certificates of Election to the
seven Directors to Mr. Clyde Lowry, Chairman of the Good Government Committee.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2174, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING JOSEPH C. KEMP, PRESENT ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY AS LEGAL
ADVISOR TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS;
which resolution also instructed Mr. Kemp to appear in Federal Court as counsel for the
City of Little Rock, in litigation involving Ordinance. No. 10,638, which ordinance
requires certain organizations operating within the City of Little Rock to file infor-
mation with the City Clerk. Said resolution was read in full and, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call
Ayes - Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
Mayor Knoop then presented the following statement to the members of the
Board of Directors:
"In electing me to preside over the Board, I believe that
the Board of Directors has indicated a certain confidence
and trust, and for this I want to thank each of the Directors.
As the first Mayor of the City of Little Rock under the city
manager form of government, my duties and authority are greatly
changed from such duties and responsibilities assumed by all the
previous mayors of this City. The City Manager Act, as revised,
is very clear on this point and I think it is well for all to
understand that the resolutions and ordinances passed by the
Board of Directors are final and that no veto power is held by
the Mayor. I wish to express my appreciation to all the people
who have labored for the past twelve months to make the city
manager form of government possible in our City, particularly
do I want to mention the members of the Good Government Committee
and the many people who have given of their time and talents in
this connection. In entering upon the duties of a City Director
and upon assuming the curtailed responsibilities of the Mayor's
office, I wish to express my personal feeling that the Board
should and will make necessary changes only after thoughtful and
full consideration. Further, I believe that the customs and
traditions of our way of life will continue & I have no plan or
inclination to suggest any changes that are not the will of the
majority of our citizens. I know the intent of your Board of
Directors is to give this City the finest possible administration
and services, and I am happy to pledge my efforts to do whatever
is within my power to bring about the kind of administration that
will make Little Rock a better place in which to work and live."
Said statement was received and filed for permanent record.
A discussion was then had on setting the time for.future meetings of the
Board of Directors, and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board - elect, it was decid
that meetings in the future would convene at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
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motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, The Board adjourned to meet
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November 18, 1957 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor Werner C. Knoop presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City
Clerk, and the following Directors present: Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,Griffi.n.
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
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Mayor Knoop then requested the Acting City Clerk to introduce the Department
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as follows: Roy Beard, City Collector; Dr. Mason G. Lawson, City Health Officer;
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Coy Adams, Civil Service Director; Lester Newland, City Electrician; Curtis Woods,
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,679, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A FINANCE COMMITTEE COMPOSED OF THREE (3) MEMBERS
OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PRESCRIBING DUTIES
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the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,679 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent
Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2175, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE RESIGNATION OF 0. D. LONGSTRETH, JR. AS CITY
ATTORNEY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Winburn - total 1.
Director Langford then moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that the matter
of any vacation time due Mr. Longstreth be referred to the Finance Committee.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2176, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND EMPLOYING JOSEPH C. KEMP AS ACTING CITY ATTORNEY
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Winburn - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then introduced Mr. Michael Surso, representing the Retail
Merchants Division of the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce, who stated that he had been
appointed by that organization, together with Mr. Rex Sutton, to make an offer to the
City of Little Rock of a gift of sixty -six thousand watt, 125 volt light bulbs at a
cost of $3.00 each, together with installation of same. And further, the Merchants
also tendered to the City an offer to pay the additional cost involved in the use of
these bulbs up to and including through Christmas, at the rate of $253.25 per month,
at which time the City may either elect to continue using the bulbs and pay the addi-
tional cost or remove the bulbs and they could be used for whatever use the City may
wish to make of them. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors, said
offer was accepted and communication filed at this time was received and filed. Mayor
Knoop then expressed his appreciation on behalf of the City to Mr. Surso and the
Chamber of Commerce.
Mayor Knoop then expressed his desire at this time to have a nomination for
Assistant Mayor as provided in Act 8 of 1957. Whereupon, Director Griffin nominated
Director Blankenship as Assistant Mayor. There being no other nominations, upon motion
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin, Director Blankenship was elected
Assistant Mayor by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1; Present and
Not Voting - Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor, submitting for the
approval of the Board of Directors the names of the following Directors to serve on the
Finance Committee as established by Ordinance No. 10,679:
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j were approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total b; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor, requesting permission
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the Board of Directors for the creation of a City Manager Committee composed of
111 members of the Board, for the purpose of securing and evaluating applications for the
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the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop
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There was then presented a communication from the Mayor, citing the apparent
need for a committee to be named to study proper organization and procedures to be
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�I Act No. 99 of 1921, as amended by Act No. 8 of 1957 and other existing laws regulating
the action of City governments of the State of Arkansas; and submitting for the approva
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of the Board the names of Hardy Winburn, Chairman; and Warren Baldwin, Member. Upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, said appointments were
approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop and Langford - total b; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor, stressing the need
for a Board and Commission Committee to study the membership and functions of the
various and numerous Boards and Commissions as established under the former Mayor-
Alderman Government and to make recommendations on the filling of vacancies and making
appointments to the said Boards and Commissions; and submitting the names for the
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Member. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, said
ill appointments were approved by the following roll call: Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenshi
lli Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1.
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l� the necessity of an appointment to the Board of Trustees of the Little Rock Public
Library, due to his resignation on said Board, and suggested that Mr. Booker Worthen
14I be appointed to replace him. Whereupon, Mayor Knoop submitted the name of Mr. Booker
I�Worthen 'as a member of the Board of Trustees of: the Little Rock Public Library for
lhapproval of the Board of Directors, and stated that a communication to this effect
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call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford -
total b; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from L. A. Jackson, Manager of the
III Little Rock Municipal Water Works, stating that at a meeting of the Board of Water
II Works Commissioners held November 8, 1957, the following officers were elected to serve
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for one year beginning January 1, 1958: Frank Lyon, Chairman; Lawson L. Delony, Vice
Chairman; and H. J. Burford, Secretary- Treasurer. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Mayor Knoop, said communication was received and filed.
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There was then presented the Commission of R. W. (Bob) Laster, Judge of the III
Municipal Court, Second Division, as certified in the November 5, 1957 General Election,
together with his Oath of Office. (Replacing Judge John L. Sullivan, who was appointed
by Governor Faubus to succeed Judge Murray 0. Reed, resigned. Supreme Court ruled that
appointment only valid until General Election in November, 1957 and Mr. Laster being
the only nominee on the ballot). Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, said Commission and Oath were received and filed. II
There was then oresented a Continuation Certificate on the Bond of Clara K.
Pike, Municipal Court Clerk, in the amount of $1,000.00, from December 16, 1957 to
December 16, 1958. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship,
said Bond was approved and received and filed.
There was then presented a Report from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works
of Comparative Statement of Income Account, Number of Customers by Classification and
Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursements, for the month of September, 1957, in
c- ompliance with Section 709 of the Trust Indenture. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,.
seconded by Director Griffin, said Report was received and filed.
There was then presented a Report from the Urban League of Greater Little Rock,l '
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as filed in the office of the City Clerk on November 12, 1957, in compliance with
Ordinance Number 10,638. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin,
said report was received and filed.
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There was then presented a communication from Mrs. Gordon P. Oates, Chairman '
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of the Little Rock City Beautiful Commission, together with.their Annual Report for
1957, and proposed Budget for 1958• Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, said communication and report were referred to the Finance
Committee. (Annual Report previously filed with former City Council).
There was then presented a Claim by William R. Johnson, an employee of the
City, for injury to his left hand while sharpening a mower at Rebsamen Golf Course, in (�
the amount of $2,000.00. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs.
(Dixon, said Claim was referred to the Finance Committee and Acting City Attorney.
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(themselves to be the owners of all property, lots and land abutting upon or adjacent to
that portion of "J" Street lying between Block Six and Block Eleven, of Pleasant Hill !I
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to vacate the following
portion of said street, to -wit:
That part of the said "J" Street lying East of the East
right of way line of Cleveland Street and the West right
of way line of Arthur Street in the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas;
Ion which petition public hearing had been set by the former City Council by Resolution
No. 2171 on October 28, 1957, for this time and place. It was stated that notice had
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been published on November 1, 1957 and November 8, 1957, notifying all interested per -
Illsons to appear and they would be heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were
heard in the premises. There being no protests presented, and having the verbal approv-
al of the Planning Director and City Engineer, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded
by Director Blankenship, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,680). '
II There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,680, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING THAT PORTION OF "J" STREET WHICH LIES
BETWEEN BLOCK SIX (6) AND BLOCK ELEVEN (11), PLEASANT HILL ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
(LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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November 18, 1957 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
(question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs.
I I Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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I: Absent - Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from Thelma C. Martineau and Lela M.
Crook, representing themselves to be the owners of Lot 1, Subdivision of Lot 1, Block 4,
Watkins Addition, and abutting upon the portions of East 26th Street proposed to be
closed, asking the City to vacate that portion of East 26th Street from Barber Street
for a distance of 285 feet West, this street being closed West of McGowan Street.
in connection with this petition was a communication from the Little Rock Munici-
NO. 619 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Filed
pal Water Works requesting an easement in order to maintain an existing 8 -inch cast
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
iron water line in said East 26th Street. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
iiBoard
by Director Griffin, said petition was referred to the Planning Commission, City
Engineer and Chief of the Fire Department, and public hearing set on same for Monday,
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
(;December
16, 1957 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber. (See Resolution No.2177)
Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;and by unanimoi
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2177; entitled:
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A RESOLUTION SETTING THE DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND
((ABANDON
THAT PORTION OF EAST TWENTY -SIXTH (26TH) STREET RUNNING EAST AND WEST A DISTANCE
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
IOF APPROXIMATELY 285 FEET WEST FROM BARBER STREET, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance
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(which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship;
Winburn - total 1.
Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,681, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
II1,THE
SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT
(DISTRICT
NO. 619 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
iiBoard
of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
lof
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;and by unanimoi
Illvote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
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two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
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Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship;
Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Winburn - total 1.
iWhereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,682, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $2313.97 FROM THE STREET FUNDS FOR
November 18, 1957 - Cont'd.
APPROXIMATELY 1400 LINEAL FEET OF CURB AND GUTTER AND THE NECESSARY HEADERS ON WEST
13TH STREET BETWEEN BROADWAY AND GAINES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total b; Noes - none;
Absent - Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from Roy Beard, City Collector in
regard to the purchase of City Automobile Licenses for the year 1958, in which he
stated that the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas for 1957, passed an Act which
prohibits municipalities in the State of Arkansas from selling City Automobile Licenses
after October 1, 1958; and that Licenses for the City of Little Rock go on sale April
15, 1958, making it necessary to purchase the Licenses within the next thirty days to
allow sufficient time for the manufacturer to process and deliver same. Said communi-
cation also called attention to the fact that the Franchise of the Arkansas- Louisiana
Gas Company and of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company would expire on December 31,
1957, and under the present contract they pay an annual Privilege Tax of $75,000.00,
thus creating a need for negotiations to be started immediately on the matter. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the City Collector was
authorized to have an ordinance drawn and presented at the next regular meeting of the
` Board of Directors for the purchase of the 1958 automobile licenses. Upon motion of
Mayor Knoop, seconded by Director Mrs.Dixon, the Franchise of Arkansas- Louisiana Gas
Company and of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, were referred to the Finance
Committee.
There was then presented a communication from Gene Smith, Acting Chief of
Police, stating that loss of personnel due to dismissals, resignations, and police
officers taking pensions, resulted in the department operating at this time with less
than the number of police officers provided by Ordinance, and requesting permission to
replace six officers in order to provide adequate police protection in the City, and
also, a desire that the police personnel could be increased in the near future by at
least 33 per cent. Said communication also stated that, at the present time there were
three police vehicles in bad repair beyond being driven, one having been wrecked and
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two others with motors out. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Griffin, the filling of the six vacancies in the department was approved by unanimous
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. Upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, the matter of repairs to the police cars
was referred to the Finance Committee.
Director Griffin then requested all department heads.to meet with the Finance
Committee at 3:00 o'clock p.m. on Tuesday, November 19, 1957 to make plans for the
preparation of the Budget for the City offices for 1958•
Thomas R. Burleigh, Director of the Little Rock Planning Commission then
extended an invitation to the members of the Board of Directors to meet with the
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November 18, 1957 - Cont'd
members of the Planning Commission at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 1957,
immediately after their regular meeting to review the revision of zoning rules and
regulations as enacted by the General Assembly of 1957. Mayor Knoop then nominated
Director Baldwin to make arrangements with the members of the Board of Directors to
attend.
Director Blankenship, Chairman of the City Manager Committee, then stated
that this Committee had set out requirements for selection of a City Manager for the
City of Little Rock, and had contacted three applicants for the position. He also
stated that applications were open for filing with the Committee and expressed a
desire that the members of the Board of Directors interview the applicants with the
Committee before an appointment was made.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors adjourned to meet again on Monday, December 2, 1957 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk. Mayor.
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 30, 1957 - 9:00 A.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in Special
Session upon call issued by the Mayor with Mayor Werner C. Knoop presiding, and Jack
Murphy, Acting for the City Clerk, and the following Directors present: Baldwin,
Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 4; Absent - Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total
2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship.
It was then stated that notice of this Special Meeting of the Board of
Directors had been delivered to each of the Directors and -that the same had been
received, and that the purpose of the meeting was to amend Ordinance No. 7552, changing
the date of the presentation of the budget for the City of Little Rock for 1958 from
November 30, 1957 to December 16, 1957. (Communication from Mayor calling Special
Meeting was received and filed).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,683, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ARTICLE 1, SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 7552, SAME BEING
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November 30, 1957 - Contfd.
"AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING BUDGET PROCEDURES FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; ESTABLISHING
A SYSTEM OF PRE -AUDIT BUDGET CONTROL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the member
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,683 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor;Knoop and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
It was then declared that the purpose of this Special Meeting had been
accomplished and there being no further business to be presented, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Board of Directors adjourned
to meet again on Monday, December 2, 1957 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED: �
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Council Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
December 2, 1957 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor Werner C. Knoop presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City
Clerk, and the following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
Director Winburn then moved that the minutes of the previous meeting be
read. Whereupon, the Acting City Clerk proceeded to obtain the minutes from the rec
in the office of the City Clerk and during this interim, the following matters were
11 '! acted upon:
Mr. Melvin Lawson, Chairman of the Traffic and Parking Committee of the
Little Rock Chamber of Commerce was introduced and spoke to the Board in regard to a
II!i survey made by his committee and presented thirteen suggestions for consideration by
the Board in regard to traffic and parking problems in the City, particularly early
!,I morning and late afternoon traffic congestion and for additional traffic signals at
some intersections. The committee also recommended the hiring of a Traffic Engineer
"i by the City. Mayor Knoop commended Mr. Lawson and the Members of the Committee present
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at the meeting, for their study and report and requested that a copy of this report be
given to Acting Police Chief Gene Smith for study. (Copy also received and filed for
III record in office of City Clerk).
Mayor Knoop then stated that the new policy agreed upon by the Board of
Directors regarding items to be filed for action by the Board of Directors meetings,
'1 was that all items must be filed in the office of the City Clerk by Wednesday noon
preceding the regular meeting on which they were to be considered, except for emergency
items.
Mayor Knoop then called to the attention of the Directors present, that the
Finance Committee had been making a study of the utility franchises granted by the City
of Little Rock, and Director Griffin, Chairman of this Committee, stated that a meeting
would be held Friday, December 6, 1957 at 10:00 A.M. in the City Hall with representa-
tives of the Southwestern Bell Telephone Company regarding their franchise, and request
I') that the Board of Directors and-the City Attorney be present at this meeting.
II I There was then presented a petition from a number of Automobile Dealers in
Ii the City of Little Rock, both new and used, in regard to a resolution adopted by these
I,I dealers signing said petition, requesting the passage of an ordinance prohibiting the
selling or attempting to sell new or used motor vehicles on Sunday or opening a place
of business on Sunday for the purpose of selling or attempting to sell automobiles.
This proposed ordinance would not prohibit a dealer from keeping his service department
III open on Sunday for automobile repairs. Director Griffin then introduced Mr. George
III Benjamin, Executive Vice - President of the Arkansas Automobile Dealers Association, who
in turn introduced automobile dealers from North Little Rock, who stated that they
would close their places of business on Sunday, simultaneously with the City of Little
Rock. Mr. Benjamin stated that he had been advised by attorneys that Ordinance No.
1363, passed on May 200 1907 by the Little Rock City Council, if enforced, would
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December 2, 1957 - Cont'd.
restrict these dealers from selling or staying open for business on Sunday. Whereupon,
Director Griffin moved that the provisions of Ordinance No. 1363 be enforced against
New and Used Car Dealers in the City of Little Rock effective January 1, 1958, provided
that the City of North Little Rock would pass and enforce the same legislation on New
and Used Car Dealers in that City, which motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and
adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
Director Griffin also stated that he had contacted Mr. Raymond Rebsamen of Rebsamen
Motors, who had not signed the petition, and Mr. Rebsamen had verbally agreed to comply
with the closing if other dealers in the City were required to do so.
The Acting City Clerk then read the minutes of the previous regular meeting,
and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, were approved as
read, by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There were then presented the following petitions for rezining of property
in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
Petition from Bill Lowe and Charlie Bishop for reclassification of property
on the Southeast and Southwest corners of Mary and West 33rd Streets, described as Lots
1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 6; and Lots 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10, Block 5, Intercity
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District
to that of "I" Light Industrial District property; which petition carried the following
report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison,
Chairman. Mr. Thomas R. Burleigh, Director of the Little Rock Planning Commission then
explained some of the provisions of Act 186 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 1957
which sets out legislation for Planning Commissions and under which the planning prograi
is conducted; and presented at this time a communication addressed to the Mayor and
Members of the Board of Directors, citing the procedure on zoning matters to be con-
sidered by the Board of Directors as presented to them by the Planning Commission,
together with a report on the approved zoning petitions presented at this time, which
included approval of additional adjoining property to these tracts as added by the
Commission after proper study. Mr. Burleigh stated that all petitions for rezoning
presented to the Board of Directors were subject to a public hearing in advance before
the Planning Commission with due notice as required by law. There being no protests
presented at this time to the proposed reclassification of the above mentioned property
in said petition, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Blankenship,
the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition granted by unanimou
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No.
10,684). Communication from Mr. Burleigh received and filed.
Petition from Mrs. Ed Huggler for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of 8th and Valmar Streets, being 801 South Valmar, described as Lot 12
Block 2, Marshall and Coffman's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - family District property; which peti-
tion carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves ";
signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. There being no protests presented, upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors -elect present, the report of the Planning Commis-
sion was adopted and said petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,684).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,684, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
OLangford,
the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
)ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from S. A. Siebert of Readmore News
Store, requesting a transfer of Parking Meter space from their former location on West
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14th Street between Main and Louisiana Streets, to the present location at 208 Main
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jStreet, for the unexpired portion of their permit which was granted on 4th Street.
Attached to said communication was a communication from Roy Beard, City Collector and
(Captain
L. V. Witherspoon of the Traffic Bureau, stating that the purpose of establish-
ing loading and unloading zones is to provide service to businesses where no alley is
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available.and that since there is an alley available to this business, they felt that
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the City would be setting a precedent to grant this request on Main Street and recom-
mended that the pro rata unused time that was paid for the zone on 4th Street, be
refunded to Mr. Siebert. A representative of Mr. Siebert present then stated the
urgency of this request and that two parking meter spaces was desired. Upon motion of
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Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, said communications were placed
on the calendar for further study and consideration.
There was then presented a communication from Mayor Werner C. Knoop, dated
iNovember 8, 1957 and addressed to the former Mayor Woodrow W. Mann, and John L. Taylor,
)City Engineer, stating that his term of office as a member of the Board of Building
Code Appeals, together with the terms of Leland R. Hoff and Paul H. Spikes were to have
expired in May of this year, but that the ordinance regulating this Board provides that
lin the event successors are not named, the terms hold over until such new appointments
are made. Mr. Knnop stated that he would not be available for reappointment to this
Board and hereby submitted his resignation as a member. Upon motion of Director
))Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the
I�Board
of Directors present, said resignation was accepted and the communication referred)
to the Boards and Commissions Committee.
There was then presented a communication from K. D. Vance, submitting his
resignation as a member of the Stationary Engineers Board of Examiners, as of October
31, 1957. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, and by
lunanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said resignation was
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accepted and the communication referred to the Boards and Commissions Committee.
iiThere
was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson Audi-
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lltorium
for the period ending September 30, 1957, as submitted by the Little Rock
IlAuditorium
Commission, which report, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
IIDirector
Winburn, was received and filed.
There was then presented a Report from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works
1with
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Comparative Statement of Income Account, Number of Customers by Classification and
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December 2, 1957 - Cont'd.
Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursements, for the month of October, 1957, in com-
pliance with Section 709 of the Trust Indenture of August 1, 1956. Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, said report was received and filed. ,
There was then presented Resolution No. 2178, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PUBLICATION OF THE NOTICE OF'SALE OF THE LIBRARY
IMPROVEMENT BOND ISSUE;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldw
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes -- none;
Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
Director Griffin then moved, seconded by Director Langford, that a public
hearing be set on the proposed Budget for the City of Little Rock for 1958, for Monday,
December 16, 1957, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber and that notice be pub-
lished to that effect. Said motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,685, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION OF PROPERTY FOR CITY PURPOSES ,
FOR THE YEAR 1957 FOR VARIOUS FUNDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 10,634; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,jil
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. ,
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,685 was read and a
roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
Director Winburn then requested that in the future a copy of all ordinances
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containing emergency clauses be mailed to all Directors prior to the regular meeting
of the Board at which they would be presented.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14, OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED, CREATING
AN ADDITIONAL POSITION OF CAPTAIN OF UNIFORM POLICE TO ACT AS AN EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
TO THE CHIEF OF POLICE, FIXING DUTIES THEREOF AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, said proposed ordinance was referred to the Finance Committee and ,
the Civil Service Director. Acting Chief of Police Gene Smith was directed to meet
with this Committee on the matter, and the Committee requested to report back to the
Board of Directors with recommendation on the proposed ordinance.
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I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,686, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE 35,000 CITY AUTOMOBILE
LICENSE STICKERS AND 35,000 RECEIPTS FOR LICENSES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
lwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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lBoard of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
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Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani -II
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
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(more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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(Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
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read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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(Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,686, City Collector Roy
Beard stated that the period for purchasing the City Auto License for 1958 would be
May 1, 1958, but that effective October 1, 1958 an Act of the 1957 Legislature pro-
hibited municipalities selling City Auto Licenses, and that it would be at the discre-
tion of the Board of Directors as to the fee to be charged for the license for this
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(period.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,687, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF
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(DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE MATERIALS
FOR REPAIRING ROOFS OF BUILDINGS AT THE ZOO, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
Iof
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
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{unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes -
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;(none;
Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Finance Committeets Notice for Authorization to
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Purchase items costing less than $300.00, being One Ford Engine Block Assembly for
Police Car No. 54, not to exceed $160.00; and for repairs to Police vehicle No. X -84,
Ia 1957 Ford, two -door. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said purchase was approved and repairs to the police vehicle authorized to be
awarded to the lowest bidder.
The following bills and payrolls for the month of November, 1957, having been
approved by the heads of the various departments and the Finance Committee of the Board
of Directors, were then approved, as requested and presented by the Acting Finance
Officer, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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December 2, 1957 - Cont'd.
PAYROLLS:
161.04
10,336.35
256.90
,
73,767.55
161.04
10,368.52
256.90
73,205.82
161.04
10,224.79
256.90
72,556.44
BILLS:
Airkem Sales & Service
37
06
Ambort & Sons, Leo J.
17
50
American Inst.of Park Exec.
15
00
Anderson - Prichard Oil Corp
2
30
i
Applied Research Institute
6
60
Archer Drug Co (3)
161
59
Arkansas Animal Hospital
5
75
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
469
8o
Arkansas Chemical & Supply Cc
42
84
Arkansas Democrat Co (3)
332
87
Arkansas Equipment Cc
25
50
Arkansas Foundry Co
84
26
Arkansas Fuel oil Corp (4)
382
22
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp
29
19
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Cc
496
95
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
228
11
Arkansas Municipal League
22
00
Arkansas Paper Cc (2)
25
93
Arkansas Power & Light Cc (2)
3,799
70
Arkansas Power & Light Cc
93
47
Arkansas State Revenue Dept (2)
23
06
Arkansas Stat.& Furniture Co
275
00
Armour & Company
82
34
Automotive Supply Co
154
70
Bale Chevrolet Cc (4)
57
66
Bale Chevrolet Cc
46
45
Balfour Printing & Memeo.Co
11
91
Besser Hardware Co (3)
25
55
Besser Hardware Cc
1
63
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
11251
92
Binswanger & Company of Tenn.(2)
181
60
Blacklock & Assoc., Carl
41
42
,
Bodine, Cornelius Jr.
130
63
Brandon Company (2)
90
43
Burroughs Corporation
2
37
Calder, Thomas M.
10
00
Capital Steel Co
479
36
Capital Typewriter Cc
1
55
Capital Welding Supply Cc
7
98
Capital Welding Supply Cc
4
33
Capitol Chemical & Supply Co
14
18
Capitol Glass Co
3
96
Cash Wholesale Co (2)
41
11
Central Surgical Cc
44
27
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pac. R.R.
20
00
Choctaw, Inc.
1,113
56
Clark Distributing Co
74
66
Clark Equipment Cc
115
80
Coleman Dairy
7
66
Community Motors
13
00
Continental Baking Cc
111
66
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(2)
43
30
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
209
54
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
12
45
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
1
43
Crane Cc (2)
60
53
Critz Chevrolet Co
1
70
Crow - Burlingame Cc
95
11
Crow - Burlingame Cc
96
44
Darragh Co
6
97
Democrat Printing & Litho Co (3)
52
14
DeSoto Hardware Co (2)
93
24
Dictaphone Corporation
23
93
Dillaha Fruit Cc (2)
158
10
D -X Sunray Oil Cc (2)
71
59
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
194
67
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
12
50
Entenmann & Son, Carl
23
70
Enterprise Lumber Co
88
74
Enterprise Lumber Co
20
79
Esso Standard Oil Co
8
38
Eubanks & Armstrong, Drs.
34
00
Everette's Glass Shop
10
42
Fagan Electric Co
16
95
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print Co
38
19
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print
5
28
Farris, Guy R., M.D.
142
00
Fidelity Company, The
7
50
Fire Appliance & Safety Cc
4
7
Fischer Cement & Roofing Cc
7
11
555, Inc (2)
20
ti7
555, Inc
26
20
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (2)
43
21
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc
82
62
Franklin .Paint & Wallpaper Co(3)
59
58
Garrison, J. F.
35
88
,
IIIGazette
Publishing Co
2
52
Goldman & Company
62
32
Graybar Electric Cc
82
99
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
4
17
Gulf Oil Corporation (3)
20
58
Hand,John
4
10
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam(3)
17
41
Hartenstein Elevator Cc
22
50
Hickey, Joseph P., Dr.
35
00
Hogelee, Oscar
200
00
Hollis & Company (2)
15
39
Hollis & Company
7
88
Hollis & Company
59
59
Illing Bus Lines,Horace A.
451
10
Independent Linen Service CO(3)
39
30
Industrial Towel & Uniform Sup.
54
06
International Business Mach.Corp
35
00
International Harvester Co(2)
3,714
60
International Harvester Cc
45
34
Katterjohn Concrete Products
48
93
Kemp, Joseph C., City Atty
94
50
Keyes, Ralph
10
00
Kimbell Company (2)
37
05
Lawson, Mason G., M.D.
77
50
Leimer & Son, Gus C.
5
93
Lewis - Diesel Engine Co
2
08
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Co
24
00
Little Rock Laundry & Cleaners
22
40
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,633
26
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
15
61
Little Rock Repair Shop
3
60
Little Rock Road Machinery Co
96
20
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
17
10
Lyons Machinery Cc
16
86
Lyons Machinery Cc
102
67
Majestic Laundry
5
30
Marshall Printers
617
91
May Supply Company (3)
38
73
May Supply Cc
76
31
Meyer's Bakery (2)
86
91
Meyer Bros. Drug Cc
7
10
Miller Meters, Inc.
33
38
Mohawk Tire Cc (6)
108
65
Mohawk Tire Co
148
47
Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc
48
69
Monroe Calculating Machine Cc
33
00
Motorola Com. &.Electronics(2)
492
00
Nelson Company, N. 0.
11
93
New York Life'Insurance Co
504
45
Niemeyer Grain Co
46
97
Noble, Floyd
869
70
Nolting Radiator Cc (2)
27
00
Nolting Radiator Cc
10
50
,
Olin Mathieson Chemical Corp
41
48
O'Quin, L. E. "Pat"
172
48
Paragon Printing Co
122
78
Parkin Printing & Stat. Co(2)
265
34
Pfeifers of Arkansas
1
74
Pitney- Bowes, Inc
28
96
Postmaster, Little Rock, Ark.
30
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co
9
33
Railway Express Agency
2
83
Ramsey Top Shop (3)
74
68
Ramsey Top Shop
85
71
Rands, Inc (2)
56.69
Rebsamen Motor Co
5,986
14
Rebsamen Motor Cc
26
68
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December 2, 1957 - Cont'd.
IIBILLS: - Cont'd.
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Crane Company
Nelson Company, N. 0.
65 7 Fones Bros. Hardware
23 7
18 33
Acting City Attorney Joseph Kemp then brought up the matter of authorization
for the Mayor to sign various City of Little Rock Warrants drawn on the various City
glfunds, until such time as a City Manager was selected and assumed his duties, explainin
that Act 8 of 1957 authorized the City Manager to sign these warrants; and also the
liquestion of whether the Mayor should be required to furnish a bond. Mayor Knoop stated
at this time that he favored being under bond during this interim. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, a bond in the amount of $10,000.00 was
authorized for the Mayor and that he be responsible for the signing of warrants.
There being no further business presented onto come before the meeting, the
(Board of Directors adjourned to meet again on Monday, December 16, 1957 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
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APPROVED:
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Reporter Company, The
12
50
Richard's Harley- Davidson Co
72
42
Riggs Tractor Co., J. A.
10
00
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
54
10
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Riley, Virgil
50
00
Roach Paper Co
10
64
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Roc -Arc Water Co
14
O1
Royal Typewriter Co
11
32
Runshang Machine Shop, Tony
6
25
Safeway Stores, Inc.
38
50
Sargent & Company, E. H.
43
88
Savage Laboratories, Inc
28
80
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs.
23
00
Southern Radio Supply p•.1.
1
05
Southland Building Products
Co(2)
16
59
Southwestern Bell Tear. Co
1,449
13
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
17
51
Sparks Agency, D. A! (2)
9
16
St. Vincent's Infirmary
124
50
Standard Equipment & Supply
31
51
Standard Ice Co
(2)
99
00
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc.
1
34
Stover Company, Wm. T.
8
50
Superior Multigraph Service
522
36
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo. S.
183
09
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo. S.
216
20
Texas Co., The (3)
4,113
24
Texas Co., The
273
01
Thibault Milling Co
236
65
Thompson, Fred
250
00
Times Printing Co
60
67
j
Townsend, Dale
(2)
34
00
Treadway Electric Co (3)
107
73
United Loan & Investment Co
50
00
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co (4)
141
35
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co
54
32
Ward, Helen
15
00
Welders Supply Co
14
62
Western Meat Packers,Inc
48
71
Waterproofing
29389
00
Whits Shoe Shop & Cleaners
7
00
iWestern
Winchester Auto Stores, Inc
17
92
Witt, Dave E., Atty
230
00
Woodruff, Franklin S.
10
00
Wrape, A. M.
137
30
Wright Service Co
171
37
Wright Service Co
140
02
i
Young & Son, R. A.
51
03
PARKING METER FUND:
City of Little Rock -Road Fund 15,000
00
City of Little Rock -Road Fund
12,000
00
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
li Mark G. Garver
500
00
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND:
Crane Company
Nelson Company, N. 0.
65 7 Fones Bros. Hardware
23 7
18 33
Acting City Attorney Joseph Kemp then brought up the matter of authorization
for the Mayor to sign various City of Little Rock Warrants drawn on the various City
glfunds, until such time as a City Manager was selected and assumed his duties, explainin
that Act 8 of 1957 authorized the City Manager to sign these warrants; and also the
liquestion of whether the Mayor should be required to furnish a bond. Mayor Knoop stated
at this time that he favored being under bond during this interim. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, a bond in the amount of $10,000.00 was
authorized for the Mayor and that he be responsible for the signing of warrants.
There being no further business presented onto come before the meeting, the
(Board of Directors adjourned to meet again on Monday, December 16, 1957 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
December 16, 1957 - 7 :30 p.m. '
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular -
session with Mayor Werner C. Knoop presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City
Clerk, and the following Directors present: Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the reading
of the minutes of the previous meeting of December 2, 1957 was dispensed with and said
minutes approved.
There was again presented the petition from Thelma C. Martineau and Lela M.
Crook, representing themselves to be the owners of Lot 1, Subdivision of Lot 1, Block
4, Watkins Addition, and abutting upon a portion of East 26th Street proposed to be
closed, asking the City to vacate that portion of East 26th Street from Barber Street
for a distance of 285 feet West, this street being closed West of McGowan Street, on
which petition public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2177, for this time and
place, and said petition referred to the Little Rock Planning Commission, City Engineer
and Chief of the Little Rock Fire Department for recommendation, on November 18, 1957.
Filed in connection with the petition were communications from the Little Rock Munici-
pal Water Works, requesting an eight foot easement; the Arkansas Power and Light Compan
objecting to the proposed closing and stating that their Company maintained and operate
one of its important electric feeder circuits on that portion of East 26th Street,
under the Franchise granted to them by the City; Chief G. L. Nalley of the Little Rock
Fire Department, stating no objections to the proposed closing; and from Thomas R.
Burleigh, Planning Director and John L. Taylor, City Engineer, recommending that said
petition be denied due to the possibility of a future reconstruction of East Roosevelt
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Road as a major truck route between the industrial area along the south side of the
Airport and proposed interchange of the Third Bridge Expressway. There was also a
verbal protest presented at this time from a representative of the Southwestern Bell
Telephone Company. It was stated that notice had been published on November 22, 1957
and November 29, 1957 notifying all persons interested to appear at this time and place
and they would be heard on the matter. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard
therein. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the recommendation of the
Planning Director and City Engineer was adopted and said`petition denied.
There was then presented a communication from the Mayor, submitting the pro-
posed Budget for the City of Little Rock for the year 1958, on which public hearing had
been set on December 2, 1957 for this time and place. It was stated that notice had
been published on December 6, 1957 notifying all persons desiring to be heard to appear
and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Filed)
at this time was a communication from W. K. Amo, Superintendent of the Parks and
Recreation Department, requesting a change in the proposed budget for that department
with an increase in salary for the Superintendent of $300.00 per year, and a deletion
in that amount for maps of the Park System, stating that Metroplan had offered to
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December 16, 1957 - Cont'd.
supply them with these maps without charge. Director Griffin, Chairman of the Finance
Act of 1957, on which there is a suit now pending in Court, and that additional sources
of revenue would have to be made available in the General Fund to provide for these
payments. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the com-
munication from Mr. Amo was referred to the Finance Committee. Director Griffin moved,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the Budget be approved as submitted by the Mayor
and Finance Committee, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
IROCK,
Committee then reviewed to the Board of Directors the basis on which the budget had
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been prepared and brought to their attention that the City could be obligated to the
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lordinance
University Hospital in the amount of $240,000.00 for indigent patient care for seven
l,months
in 1957 and the entire year of 1958, under the provisions of the Patient quota
Act of 1957, on which there is a suit now pending in Court, and that additional sources
of revenue would have to be made available in the General Fund to provide for these
payments. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the com-
munication from Mr. Amo was referred to the Finance Committee. Director Griffin moved,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the Budget be approved as submitted by the Mayor
and Finance Committee, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
IROCK,
ARKANSAS;
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which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the propose
lordinance
was a Transcript containing a Pulaski County Court Order dated November 6,
;1957,
approving said annexation and attached Plat; also a communication from Thomas R.
Burleigh, Planning Director , stating that the property description contained in the
proposal was satisfactory and recommending that the City accept the annexation, subject
to the approval of the Little Rock City Attorney. William J. .Terry, Attorney for the
(residents
and property owners in Meadowcliff Addition, stated that he would be glad to
(,cooperate
with the Planning Commission or City Attorney on any matter concerning the
proposed annexation. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said
proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE FIXING RATES FOR SERVICES FURNISHED BY THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
IOF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PRESCRIBING THE METHOD OF BILLING THE SAME;
(PRESCRIBING
OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
In connection with the above proposed ordinance, Mr. Charles Brown, Jr.,
representing the Junior Chamber of Commerce, requested that the members of the Board
,
of Directors make a study of the ordinance before passage thereof, in regard to change
billing to customers beginning January 1, 1958, based on actual consumption of water
Ilin
instead of on average consumption in effect at the present time, as some customers woul
be billed on the present basis for a portion of January, 1958.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS WITHIN THE CITY
IOF
LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1958;
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which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the proposed ordinance
was a communication from L. A. Jackson, Manager of the Little Rock Municipal Water
explaining the purpose of the ordinance and the approximate cost to the City per
ilWorks,
(hydrant.
Chief Nalley of the Little Rock Fire Department upon request of the members
December 16, 1957 - Contid.
of the Board of Directors, then stated that approximately fifty new hydrants would be
required in the recently annexed territory in the City in order for the City to main-
tain its present rating with the National Board of Fire Underwriters and to properly
service all areas in the City. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a communication from Chief G. L. Nalley of the Little
Rock-Fire Department, requesting that the Board of Directors consider and adopt a
policy in the future regarding the answering of alarms outside the City Limits. Said
communication stated that under the provisions of Ordinance No. 9964, passed by the
former City Council on November 21, 1955, the furnishing of limited Fire Fighting
facilities to those areas outside the City limits was on a Fee basis upon application
thereof and payment of fee by Business firms requesting it.. Chief Nalley then stated
that the policy in the past had been that alarms outside the City limits other than
these had been answered upon request of the Mayor and that on some occasions this had
utilized fire fighting equipment for a lengthy period of time, thus leaving the City
without proper protection. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, the Mayor was requested to appoint a Committee to work with Chief.Nalley in
a
working out a policy to be adopted by the Board regarding this service.
There was again presented the communication from S. A. Siebert of Readmore
News Store, requesting a transfer of Parking Meter space from their former location on
West Fourth Street between Main and Louisiana Streets, to their present location at
208 Main Street, together with the communication from Roy Beard, City Collector and
Captain L. V. Witherspoon of the Traffic Department, disapproving the request and
recommending that the pro rata unused time that was paid for the zone on West Fourth
Street, be refunded to Mr. Siebert, which communications had been presented on December
2, 7.957 and placed on the calendar for further study and consideration. Director
Langford stated that he had investigated the matter since that time and visualized the
need for parking space for access by motorists to the News stand. Director Langford
then moved, seconded by Director Blankenship, that Mr. Siebert be granted one parking
meter space at the corner with a fee of $200 per year, which motion was adopted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING TYLER STREET BETWEEN "H" AND "I" STREETS TO BE A "ONE-
WAY" STREET; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the proposed ordina
at this time was a communication from the Right Reverend Monsignor Francis A. Allen of
the Church of Our Lady of the Holy Souls on Tyler and "I" Streets, recommending the
designation of Tyler Street between "H" AND "I" Streets as a One -Way Street; and that
"H" Street between Harrison and Tyler be designated as a "No Parking Area ". (See
proposed ordinance below). Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the
proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING "H" STREET BETWEEN HARRISON AND TYLER AS A "NO PARKING
", DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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approved.
There was then presented the application of Bennie Richards, Laborer in the
Street Department, for disability retirement under the provisions of Ordinance No. 6775
which application reflected a period of employment which would entitle him to a salary
of $87.50 per two weeks for fifteen months and 20 days, effective as of November 28,
1957• Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said appli-
cation was approved.
There was then presented the application of William G. Woodward, Utility Man
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in the Public Works Department, for disability retirement under the provisions of
Ordinance No. 6775, which application reflected a period of employment which would
entitle him to a salary of $140.00 per two weeks for seven months and five days,
(effective December 31, 1957. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said application was approved.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,688, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14 OF CRDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED, SAME
BEING EMPLOYEES' PAYROLL ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Transferring Meter Enforcement Officers from General Fund to Parking Meter Fund);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
If Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
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There was then presented the Public Official Bond of Mayor Werner C. Knoop in
the amount of $10,000.00, for a period ending December 31, 1959, which carried the
japproval of the Acting City Attorney. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, said Bond was approved and received and filed.
There was then presented the Final Report of Street Improvement District No.
563, stating that all bonds have been paid and there is no further indebtedness of the
district and no real property is owned by the district; and requesting that the Com-
missioners in said district be discharged and the district be closed. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship,seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, the Commissioners were discharged and
the Report approved and received and filed.
There was then presented the application of Charlie Newton, Laborer in the
Street Department, for disability retirement under the provisions of Ordinance No. 6775
which application reflected a period of employment which would entitle him to a salary
I
of $87.50 per two weeks for twelve months and ten days, effective December 16, 1957•
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous
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II viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said application was
approved.
There was then presented the application of Bennie Richards, Laborer in the
Street Department, for disability retirement under the provisions of Ordinance No. 6775
which application reflected a period of employment which would entitle him to a salary
of $87.50 per two weeks for fifteen months and 20 days, effective as of November 28,
1957• Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said appli-
cation was approved.
There was then presented the application of William G. Woodward, Utility Man
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in the Public Works Department, for disability retirement under the provisions of
Ordinance No. 6775, which application reflected a period of employment which would
entitle him to a salary of $140.00 per two weeks for seven months and five days,
(effective December 31, 1957. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said application was approved.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,688, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14 OF CRDINANCE NO. 9006, AS AMENDED, SAME
BEING EMPLOYEES' PAYROLL ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Transferring Meter Enforcement Officers from General Fund to Parking Meter Fund);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
If Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,688 was read and,
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
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Director Baldwin - total 1.
There was then.presented Ordinance No. 10,689, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE 2,500 FEET OF 22 INCH
FIRE HOSE AND 1,000 FEET OF 12 INCH FIRE HOSE FOR USE OF THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPART-
MENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number))
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship., Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Winburn -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,690, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE TO ADVERTISE,
TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE FIFTY THOUSAND (50,000) PARKING METER TICKET ENVELOPES FOR
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USE OF THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members)
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
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and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS, AND CONTRACT FOR NECESSARY REPAIRS FOR THE BOILER
AT THE MATERIAL YARD SO THAT IT WILL PASS THE STATE BOILER INSPECTION. THE SUM OF ONE
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THOUSAND ($1,000.00) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE STREET FUND FOR THIS PURPOSE;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
December 16, 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF
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(DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE TONE OF CALABAR BASS FIBRE TO
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j BE USED BY THE STREET SWEEPERS FOR CLEANING OF CITY STREETS. THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED
DOLLARS (500.00) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE STREET FUND FOR THIS PURPOSE;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,691, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO PURCHASE TRAFFIC LIGHTS NOT TO EXCEED FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS
($400.00), AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
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Lan gford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
�IDirector
Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote tdten upon the question
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I'Shall
the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
(Absent
- Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,692, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE TO ADVERTISE,
TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS, AND FOR OTHER
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((PURPOSES;
)meeting before January 1, 1958 for the purpose of making appointments of a City Clerk,
(City
(Quarterly Supplies); which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote
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of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
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!two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
!Blankenship,
seconded by Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
11read
the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
it
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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I�IDirectors-elect,
upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the
�Ilrules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
Band
No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
'follows: Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and Langford - total 4;
(Noes - none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Directors
lWinburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented the Finance Committee's Authorization to Purchase the
following items amounting to less than $300.00: One rebuilt block assembly for GMC
Pick -Up truck, X -178 for War Memorial Golf Course - approximately $185.00; and 2,000
Confirmation Voucher Forms for the Purchasing Department - approximately $275.00. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, said purchases were approved.
Mayor Knoop then stated the need for the Board of Directors to hold another
)meeting before January 1, 1958 for the purpose of making appointments of a City Clerk,
(City
Attorney and City Treasurer, and also members of the various Boards and Commissions
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December 16, 1957 - Cont'd.
After due deliberation with the members present, it was agreed that Friday, December
20, 1957 at 3:30 o'clock p.m. would be an appropriate time for said meeting.
Director Blankenship on behalf of the Board of Directors, then commended the
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Finance Committee on their excellent efforts in the preparation of the Budget for the
City for 1958. Whereupon, Mayor Knoop extended his appreciation also to the Department
Heads for their cooperation with the Finance Committee on this matter.
Director Langford requested that a vote of thanks be directed to the Arkansas-
Louisiana Gas Company on behalf of the Board of Directors, for the installation of two
Gas Street Lights at the entrance to City Hall on West Markham Street.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
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motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:20 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Friday, December 20, 1957 at 3:30
o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk. t r.
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Council Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
December 20, 1957 - 3:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
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session with Mayor Werner C. Knoop presiding, and Jack Murphy, Acting for the City
Clerk, and the following Directors present: Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro -
IIceedings
were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
(minutes
approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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Director Winburn was enrolled.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2179, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING JOSEPH C. KEMP THE CITY ATTORNEY FOR THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop,and Langford - total 6; Noes -
Il�none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
fDecember 20, 1957 - Cont'd.
j There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,693, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR TWO ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEYS AND ONE SECRETARY TO
THE CITY ATTORNEY, PROVIDE FOR THE SALARIES OF SAID EMPLOYEES AND THE CITY ATTORNEY,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop,and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
'passed.
Theemergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,693 was read and
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a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
lWinburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2180, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING E. JACK MURPHY, ACTING CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,694, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,313 AND SECTION 16 OF ORDINANCE NO.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
dwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
jlnone; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed. (Re: Superintendent of Parks and Recreation and Civil Service Director).
jThere was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
OCK, ARKANSAS;
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006, ESTABLISHING THE SALARIES OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
T RKANSAS; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
dwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
jlnone; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed. (Re: Superintendent of Parks and Recreation and Civil Service Director).
jThere was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
OCK, ARKANSAS;
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which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
December 16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Filed with the proposed ordinance was
a communication from John L. Taylor, City Engineer, dated December 20, 1957, recommend-
,
ing that certain repairs to Westmont Circle and Lamont Drive in Meadowcliff Addition be
made before the Annexation is accepted by the City; and a copy of a letter to the Bracy
Corporation notifying them that these repairs must be made before the annexation can be
accepted by the City. A communication from the Little Rock Planning Director approving
the annexation, together with a transcript of the Pulaski County Court Order and Plat
was filed with the proposed ordinance on December 16, 1957. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the proposed ordinance was again placed on
the calendar, with a request that the specified repairs be made before acceptance by
the City.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,695, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE FIXING RATES FOR SERVICES FURNISHED BY THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PRESCRIBING THE METHOD OF BILLING THE SAME;
PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on December
,
16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Mr. Frank Cox, Attorney, and Mr. Wilson Clapham,
Manager, of the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System were then heard in connection with
the proposed ordinance and explained the change in the method of billing, stating that
sewer charges made under this ordinance would be on the actual consumption of water by
consumers in place of an average consumption as provided in the present ordinance.
They also stated that if the ordinance could be passed before January 1, 1958 it would
save the Department approximately $250.00 due to the installation of IBM Billing
(Machines
being installed at this time for the Little Rock Municipal Water Works which
could be adjusted for the new rates for billings beginning January 1, 1958• Upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
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of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordi-
nance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 7 of Ordinance No. 10,695 was read and
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was again presented,a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS WITHIN THE CITY
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LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1958;
(which
proposed Ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
(December
16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
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seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING TYLER STREET BETWEEN "H" AND "I" STREETS TO BE A
"ONE -WAY" STREET; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
December 20, 1957 - Cont'd.
I'which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
December 16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Filed with the proposed ordinance at
' I�this time was a communication from G. L. Nalley, Chief of the Little Rock Fire Depart-
ment, and a communication from John L. Taylor, City Engineer, stating that they had no
Ill objection to the proposed designation of Tyler Street from "H" to "I" Streets as a One-
IWay Street, or to establishing a "No Parking Area" on "H" Street from Harrison to Tyler
I Streets. (See proposed Ordinance below). Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded
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by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
II Directors present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE DECLARING "H" STREET BETWEEN HARRISON AND TYLER AS A "NO PARKING
iiAREA "; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
�IDecember 16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconds
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
' There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING VARIOUS SUMS OF MONEY FOR PAYMENTS OF MATURING
PRINCIPAL, CALLED PRINCIPAL, SEMI - ANNUAL INTEREST, AND PAYING AGENT'S CHARGES DUE
FEBRUARY 1, 1958 AND MARCH 1, 1958 ON VARIOUS CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BOND ISSUES; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS, AND CONTRACT FOR NECESSARY REPAIRS FOR THE
BOILER AT THE MATERIAL YARD SO THAT IT WILL PASS THE STATE BOILER INSPECTION. THE SUM
OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS (1,000.00) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE STREET FUND FOR THIS
PURPOSE;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
!;December 16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE TON OF CALABAR BASS FIBRE
TO BE USED BY THE STREET SWEEPERS FOR CLEANING OF CITY STREETS. THE SUM OF FIVE
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE STREET FUND FOR THIS PURPOSE;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first.time on
December 16, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors
present, the proposed ordinance was again
placed on the
calendar.
Mayor Knoop
then appointed Directors Mrs. Dixon and
Mr. Baldwin as
a Committee
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to make a study and
recommendation to the Board of Directors
of a policy on the answer -
ing of fire alarms
outside the City Limits, and report back
to the Board.
(See
1communication from
Chief G. L. Nalley of the Fire Department
presented on
December 16,
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11957).
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December 20. 1957 - Cont'd.
There was then presented the following Proclamation from Mayor Knoop regarding
the Christmas Holidays and New Year:
PROCLAMATION
"WHEREAS, We know that men everywhere yearn for PEACE ON EARTH,
and
WHEREAS, The Christmas Season is generally regarded as a time
of joy and goodwill, and
WHEREAS, We know that these are qualities of spirit experienced
by men who are confident of their God and in harmony with them-
selves and their fellows, and
WHEREAS, We know that these are the very qualities which lead to
PEACE ON EARTH, now
BE IT RESOLVED, That We the People of
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
In this Year of Our Lord, Nineteen Hundred and Fifty - seven, join
with one another in a re- dedication of ourselves to our God and
to the Christmas theme of PEACE ON EARTH TO MEN OF GOODWILL, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That we carry out this Act of Dedication
in our homes, our neighborhoods, our churches, our organizations,
and above all, within our own hearts.
Adopted by the Board of Directors, City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Signed W. C. Knoop
WERNER C. KNOOP
Mayor
Warren Baldwin
Lucy A. Dixon
G. W. Blankenship
H. L. Winburn
L. L. Langford "
Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, said proclamation
was approved and received and filed.
Mayor Knoop then submitted the following appointments to fill vacancies on
the various Boards and Commissions:
AIRPORT COMMISSION:
Reappointment of P. A. Dulin, Jr. for a
term of five (5) years, effective 11- 20 -57.
LITTLE ROCK AUDI-
Reappointment of Edward Bennett for a term
TORIUM COMMISSION:
of five (5) years, effective 1 -1 -58.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Reappointment of J. N. Heiskell for a term
LIBRARY BOARD:
of six (6) years.
Appointment of Mrs. J. R. Vinson for a term
of six (6) years, effective 1 -1 -58.
(Replacing Mrs. Edward Cornish)
SEWER COMMITTEE:
Reappointment of Lee Miles for a term of
four (4) years.
Appointment of Leo Armstrong to replace
Chairman of Health Committee for a term of
four (4) years.
BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT: Reappointment of W. H. Marak, Lloyd R. Pearce,
and Bruce Anderson for a term of three (3)
years.
Appointment of William R. Meek, Jr., for a
term of three (3) years. (Replacing Warren
Baldwin)
PLANNING COMMISSION: Reappointing Frank Cox, Howard Eichenbaum,
and Hugh Patterson, Jr., for a term of three
years.
Appointment of C. C. Collie, Jr. for a term
of eleven (11) months, to replace 0. W. Garvin
whose term expires November 1, 1958.
BUILDING CODE Reappointment of Leland R. Hoff for a term of
OF.APPEALS:. three (3) years.
Appointment of G. Willard May for a term of
three (3) years. (Replacing W. C. Knoop).
Appointment of Felix Green for a term of three
years. (Replacing Paul H. Spikes).
December 20, 1957 - Cont'd.
CITY BEAUTIFUL
COMMISSION:
ELECTRICAL EXAMINING
BOARD:
Appointment of Mrs. Lloyd Watt for a
term of two (2) years. (Replacing
G. W. Blankenship).
Reappointment of George K. Morrison,
Carl Habig, William Shriver, and Carl
S. Smalley for a term of two (2) years.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES Reappointment of Dr. J. D. Jordan, Mrs.
NATIONAL HISTORY Walter Riddick, Mrs. Griffin Smith, Sr.,
MUSEUM: Mrs. Robert Monroe Williams, Mrs. Kramer
Darragh, Mrs. R. B. McCombs, and Mr. Sam
Dickinson for a term of Six (6) years.
Upon motion of Directors Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said appointments were
approved and the Mayor requested to notify the respective members of the various Boards
and Commissions by Membership Card.
Chief Nalley of the Fire Department then presented to the Board of Directors
1 the necessity of authorization to notify men who had passed the Civil Service Examina-
jltion for the position of Hoseman in the Little Rock Fire Department, in order to fill
four existing vacancies in this department by January 1, 1958, these vacancies not
having been filled prior to this time due to a reduction in the budget in the latter
'i part of 1957• Chief Nalley stated that a letter in regard to this matter had been sent
I'y to Director Leo Griffin, Chairman of the Finance Committee, and Mayor Knoop confirmed
i,;this and stated that this met with the approval of Director Griffin: Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, Chief Nalley was authorized to fill
these vacancies and to notify the prospective employees immediately so that they could
be available for duty beginning January 1, 1958.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting; upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the Board adjourned to
meet again on Monday, January 6, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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APPROVED:
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Mayor.
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Council Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 1 8
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy, and
the following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
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There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed -
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ings were had:
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The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
The Acting City Clerk announced that this was the time and place for the
opening of sealed bids on the sale of bonds to be issued and sold by the City of Little
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Rock, under Amendment No. 13 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas, authorized
at the General Election held in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas on November 5, 1957,
lin the following amount and for the following purpose, to -wit:
li$1,295,000
for the purpose of constructing and equipping
an addition to the Little Rock Public Library and making
certain changes, alterations and modifications in the
existing structure.
�!Mr.
Wallace Townsend, Attorney for the Library Board, then announced that prospective
bidders were desirous of knowing the approximate date that an ordinance to authorize
the sale of said bonds would be passed before submitting bids, due to the general policy
of the Board of Directors to require three consecutive readings of ordinances on separ-
ate occasions before passage, and that it was advantageous to the bond buyers to proceed
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with the sale at as early date as possible due to the fluctuating changes in the bond
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!market. After due deliberation, it was agreed by the members of the Board of Directors
that a Board meeting could be held on Monday, January 13, 1958, at 4:00 o'clock p.m.
for the first reading of the ordinance to authorize sale of the bonds, in order that
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would be within a maximum of forty -five days. Whereupon, the following bids
were presented and the Acting City Clerk proceeded with the opening thereof, and
announced that said bids had been filed in accordance with the terms of the respective
notices of said bond sale duly published:
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$1,295,000 CITY OF LITTLE ROCK GENERAL OBLIGATION LIBRARY
IMPROVEMENT BONDS:
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Hill, Crawford & Lanford, Inc., Southern Securities Corporation,
Dabbs Sullivan Company, E. L. Villareal & Company, Womeldorff
& Lindsey, Little Rock, Arkansas and First National Bank,
Memphis, Tennessee; par plus a premium of $29,820.30 and accrued
interest to date of delivery, at a net interest cost of 3.085%;
W. H. Satterfield & Company, Inc., Harrow Smith Company, Little
Rock, Arkansas and First National Bank of Dallas; par plus
accrued interest for bonds at a net cost of 3.0307609 %, subject
to conversion as authorized by Bond Sale Notice;
T. J. Raney & Sons and Stephens, Inc., Little Rock, Arkansas;
par plus accrued interest to date of delivery at a net interest
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cost of 3.18 %.
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'Upon completion of the reading of the bids, upon motion of Mayor Knoop, seconded by
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Director Griffin, the Board of Directors recessed to determine the highest and best
Ibid, after which the Board re- convened with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting
City Clerk E. Jack Murphy and the following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn,
bid.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2181, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A BID FOR THE LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT
BONDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,295,000.00;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldw
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2182, entitled:
II A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO
' IiIAPPOINT A COMMITTEE COMPOSED OF THREE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF WHICH THE
MAYOR SHALL BE EX OFFICIO A MEMBER, FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAKING A STUDY OF CIVIL DEFENSE
!III FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND IN CONNECTION THEREWITH RECOMMEND APPROPRIA
ACTION TO BE TAKEN ON A TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions, together a report
and proposed ordinance on the applications for rezoning, from Thomas R. Burleigh,
Planning Director:
Petition from Frances T. Cutting for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of 14th and State Streets. described as Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 220,
Original City of Little Rock; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F"
Commercial District property;
Petition from Don McNeal for reclassification of property at the Northeast
corner of Kirspel and East 10th Streets, described as Lot 11, Block 16, Industrial Park
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District
to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Mary Louise Parker for reclassification of property at 2200
South Main Street, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, described as Lots Six (6) and Seven
(7), and the North Thirty -Seven and One -half (37 1/2) feet of Lot Eight (8), Block 429,
Du Vall's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment
District to that of "F" Commercial District;
Petition from Mrs. J.. H. Scott for reclassification of property at 905 Kirspel
Avenue, described as Lot 2, Block 16, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little
I�Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "H" Business Distric
property; and
IIIPetition from House, Holmes, Roddy, Butler and Jewell, Agents for Sadie Rogers
Watson, for reclassification of property at 3911 West Twelfth Street, described as Lot
3, Block 3, W. B. Worthen's Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the present "B"
Residence.District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
January 6, 1958 - Cont'd.�
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none. There being
a quorum present, and it being so announced, the Acting City Clerk announced that after
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consideration of the bids received it was determined that the bid of W. H. Satterfield
& Company, Inc., Harrow Smith Company, Little Rock, Arkansas and First National Bank
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of Dallas, for the $1,295,000 City of Little Rock General Obligation Library Improve-
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ment Bonds for a net interest cost of 3.0307609 per cent to be the highest and best
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bid.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2181, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A BID FOR THE LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT
BONDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,295,000.00;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldw
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2182, entitled:
II A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO
' IiIAPPOINT A COMMITTEE COMPOSED OF THREE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, OF WHICH THE
MAYOR SHALL BE EX OFFICIO A MEMBER, FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAKING A STUDY OF CIVIL DEFENSE
!III FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND IN CONNECTION THEREWITH RECOMMEND APPROPRIA
ACTION TO BE TAKEN ON A TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions, together a report
and proposed ordinance on the applications for rezoning, from Thomas R. Burleigh,
Planning Director:
Petition from Frances T. Cutting for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of 14th and State Streets. described as Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 220,
Original City of Little Rock; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F"
Commercial District property;
Petition from Don McNeal for reclassification of property at the Northeast
corner of Kirspel and East 10th Streets, described as Lot 11, Block 16, Industrial Park
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District
to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Mary Louise Parker for reclassification of property at 2200
South Main Street, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, described as Lots Six (6) and Seven
(7), and the North Thirty -Seven and One -half (37 1/2) feet of Lot Eight (8), Block 429,
Du Vall's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment
District to that of "F" Commercial District;
Petition from Mrs. J.. H. Scott for reclassification of property at 905 Kirspel
Avenue, described as Lot 2, Block 16, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little
I�Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "H" Business Distric
property; and
IIIPetition from House, Holmes, Roddy, Butler and Jewell, Agents for Sadie Rogers
Watson, for reclassification of property at 3911 West Twelfth Street, described as Lot
3, Block 3, W. B. Worthen's Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the present "B"
Residence.District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
January 6, 1958 - Cont1d.
which petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission I
Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled: '
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Arthur Connerly, Jr., was then
heard on the proposed rezoning of the property at the Southeast corner of Fourteenth
and Streets, stating that he had no objections to the rezoning of this property from
"C" Two - family to "F" Commercial District, but felt he had been discriminated against
for the reason that he had been denied rezoning of his property on the Northeast corner
of Fourteenth and Broadway at various times to "F" Commercial District,,the- Planning
Commission -holding that it would be considered spot zoning and that business area
should be limited to Thirteenth Street South. Mr. Connerly requested that before action
was taken by the Board of Directors on rezoning the property at Fourteenth and State
Streets, that the Planning Commission make a study of area zoning to include Fourteenth ,
Street and the area as far South as Twenty -fifth Street, in order that business property I
would be available to potential buyers and business firms. Director Griffin then asked
Mr. Burleigh, Planning Director, if a study of this area had been made for this purpose.
Mr. Burleigh stated that a study was being made at this time but was not completed and
advised Mr. Connerly to meet with the Planning Commission at their next meeting to be
held on Thursday, January 9, 1958, at which time they could discuss his proposal and
reconsider their action on the rezoning of the property at 14th and State Streets.
Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said petitions and proposed
ordinance were placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a petition from A. L. Woody, owner, and L. D. Wright, III
Grocer, for renewal of a temporary permit that had been granted over a period of years
for rezoning of property at 704 Cornish Street for the operation of a grocery store at
that address. Mr. Woody was then heard and stated that this had been used as business '
property for approximately Thirty years and was used as such when annexed to the City.
Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, said petition was
referred to the Planning Commission for study to determine if the property was of non-
conforming use under the Zoning Ordinance, and to report back to the Board of Directors
on same.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,696, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE FIXING THE NUMBER OF THE MEMBERS OF THE LITTLE ROCK SANITARY
SEWER COMMITTEE; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 8062; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES; I
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Baldwin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and '
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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January 6, 1958 - Cont1d.
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,.said or.dinance.was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,696 was read and a
roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,697, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ENTER INTO
AN AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHWEST HOTELS, INC., WHEREBY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AGREES TO
PAY THE COST OF RELOCATION OF ACCESS TO THE ELEVATOR SHAFT SERVING THE MARION HOTEL
LAUNDRY AND THE TURNING OF SAID ELEVATOR NINETY DEGREES (900) IN ITS PRESENT SHAFT;
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Re: Riverfront Drive Right -of -Way); which ordinance was read the first time; and by
nanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
irector Baldwin, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordi-
e read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
eing as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
r Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from Mr. William L. Terry, Attorney
representing residents in the Meadowcliff Addition, requesting that a proposed ordinance
accepting the annexation of portions of Meadowcliff Addition by the City of Little Rock,
as, which had previously been read the first and second times and placed on the
calendar for third and final reading on this date, be postponed for third reading until
the meeting of the Board of Directors to be held on January 20, 1958. Upon motion of
irector Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, said request was granted and the
third reading of the proposed ordinance postponed for the January 20, 1958 meeting.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,698, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE VALUE OF BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF
OF THE SEVERAL BLOCKS, LOTS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
0. 130 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
communication from the Attorney, Commissioners and Assessors for the said improvement
district, requesting the Board of Directors to deviate from their customary policy of
reading an ordinance on three separate occasions before passage rather than suspending
the rules and passing at one meeting, in order that the organization of the district be
completed as soon as possible due to the unsanitary conditions existing in the area
caused by unusual precipitation the past few months and septic tanks overflowing. Also
filed was a communication from John L. Taylor, City Engineer, stating that the depart-
ment was not issuing permits for construction in the area due to this condition, and
recommending passage of the ordinance; and.communication.from James M. Cairns, Chief
Sanitarian of the Little Rock Health Department, with a report on the number of septic
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January 6, 1958 - Cont'd.
tanks that were overflowing, and stating that there was a health hazard and immediate
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need for a sanitary sewer system in the area. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
i time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again
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suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford-
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,699, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING TYLER STREET BETWEEN "H" AND "I" STREETS TO BE A "ONE -
WAY" STREET; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance had been read the first time on December 16, 1957, and the second time
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on December 20, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Baldwin,
seconded by Director Winburn, said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,699 was read and,
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,700, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING "H" STREET BETWEEN HARRISON AND TYLER AS A "NO PARKING
(AREA "; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance had been read the first time on December 16, 1957 and the second time
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on December 20, 1957, and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Baldwin,
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seconded by Director Winburn, said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon-the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being)
as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor)
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Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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emergency section, being Section 3,of Ordinance No. 10,700 was read and a
roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
(none; Absent - none.
(Communications filed in connection with Ordinance Nos. 10,699 and 10,700 previously
(presented, received and filed).
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There was then presented a Report from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works
lof Comparative Statement of Income Account, Number of Customers by Classification and
)Cash Receipts and Disbursements, for the month of November, 1957• Upon motion of
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Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, said report was approved and
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received and filed.
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There was presented Ordinance No. 10,701, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS WITHIN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance had been read the first time on December 16, 1957 and the second time V
�on-December 20, 1957, and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Winburn, said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinanc
was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING VARIOUS SUMS OF MONEY FOR PAYMENTS OF MATURING
PRINCIPAL, CALLED PRINCIPAL, SEMI - ANNUAL INTEREST, AND PAYING AGENT'S CHARGES DUE
FEBRUARY 1, 1958 AND MARCH 1, 1958 ON VARIOUS CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BOND ISSUES; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
1lwhich proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
(December 20, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Mrs.Dixon,
seconded by Director Griffin, said proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
�I There was then presented Ordinance No. .10,702, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED SEVENTY EIGHT
DOLLARS AND SIXTY SIX CENTS (2578.66) TO PAY FOR ONE -HALF YEAR'S PREMIUM AND FISCAL
FEES ON CITY -OWNED BUILDINGS AS AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,563, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
1, which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
(Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
(motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
liupon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
iDirectors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,703, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED DOLLARS
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((($5,900.00) FOR PAYMENT OF FIRE HOSE TO BE USED BY THE LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT,
(AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
pwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the
;members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
�Iby Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
' ;(number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
(motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
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suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford-
January 6, 1958 - Cont'd.
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,704, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS, AND CONTRACT FOR NECESSARY REPAIRS FOR THE
BOILER AT THE. MATERIAL YARD SO THAT IT WILL PASS THE STATE BOILER INSPECTION. THE
SUM OF ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS (1,000.00) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE STREET FUND
FOR THIS PURPOSE;
which ordinance had previously been read the first time on December 16, 1957 and
December 20, 1957, and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Langford, the ordinance was then read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,705, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE TON OF CALABAR BASS FIBRE
TO BE USED BY THE STREET SWEEPERS FOR CLEANING OF CITY STREETS. THE SUM OF FIVE
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) IS HEREBY APPROPRIATED FROM THE STREET FUND FOR THIS PURPOSE;
which ordinance had previously been read the first time on December 16, 1957 and
December 20, 1957 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Griffin, the ordinance was then read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,706, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE CERTAIN SUPPLIES FOR THE CITY
POUND, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,707, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR A BLANKET HONESTY BOND COVERING ALL
EMPLOYEES AND OFFICIALS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
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January 6, 1958 - Cont'd.
Director Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
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of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented an Authorization for the Finance Committee to Purcha
and /or pay for the following items amounting to less than $300.00;
Repair Chevrolet a ton truck - Fire Department $188.07
Refund Traffic Fine, Case 725 -26 -27
by order of Judge Kirby - W. W. Williams $109.75
100 Keys to City - Executive Department $210.00
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said purchases and payments
were approved.
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There was then presented a Request by the Acting City Clerk, for approval of
Bills and Payrolls for the month of December, 1957. The following Bills and Payrolls
having been approved by the heads of the various departments and the Finance Committee
of the Board of Directors, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, were then approved.
PAYROLLS:
161.04
9,980.13
256.90
72,543.01
193.25
12,265.02
308.28
89,431.93
ILLS:
Adkins - Phelps Seed Store
26
01
Airkem Sales & Service
109
37
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Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
194
98
Alman Company, Sol (2)
33
00
Ambort & Sons, Leo J.
8
75
American Inst.of Park Exec.
15
00
Archer Drug Company
115
88
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
23
00
Arkansas Democrat Co (3)
217
55
Arkansas Electric Co (2)
90
89
Arkansas Foundry Co (2)
72
80
Arkansas Foundry Cc
183
37
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (4)
214
10
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
186
59
Arkansas Globe Chemical Co(3)
111
29
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
1,227
40
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
292
19
Arkansas Power & Light Co(2)
3,810
02
Arkansas Power & Light Co
93
47
Arkansas State Revenue (11)
52
00
Arkansas State Revenue (2)
5
18
Arkansas State Revenue
3
00
Arkansas Stationery & Furniture
275
00
Armour & Company
91
03
Automotive Supply Co (2)
22
04
Automotive Supply Co
25
18
Baber, John C. Jr., M.D.
20
00
Bale Chevrolet Cc (6)
298
59
Bale Chevrolet Cc
31
84
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
476
17
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders (2)
12
89
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Service
12
18
Booth Sheet Metal Co., Ben J.
33
43
Bray Sheet Metal Co
280
00
Burroughs Corporation (3)
48
09
Capital Cycle & Equip.Co (2)
36
52
Capital Welding Supply Co (2)
15
82
Capital Welding Supply Cc
54
83
Cash Wholesale Co (3)
58
26
Central Printing Co
290
37
Central Surgical Co
1
95
Chicago, Rock Is.& Pac.R.R.
191
18
Choctaw, Inc
42
30
Choctaw, Inc.
1,900
62
Clark Equipment Co
74
41
Community Motors (4)
30
67
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(4)
147
90
Cook Auto Machine Co., J.B.
142
49
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
14
19
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
23
89
Crane Company
7
17
Crow - Burlingame Co (4)
297
44
Crow - Burlingame Co
117
24
Dailey's United Supply (2)
138
02
Darragh Company
46
97
Dauley, Dean I.
88
00
Democrat Printing & Litho.(5)
87
13
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
3
09
Desoto Hardware Co
6
05
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
183
95
Dixie Equipment Co
93
D -X Sunray Oil Co
115
31
Enterprise Lumber Co
2
07
Enterprise Lumber Co
68
78
Esso Standard Oil Cc
4
15
Eubanks & Armstrong, Drs.
18
00
Everette's Glass Shop
24
11
Fagan Electric Co (2)
124
69
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print(2)
55
05
Farrell & Scheer Blue Print
2
04
Finch Janitor Supply,Carl
47
23
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
39
30
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January 6, 1958 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co 3 90 555, Inc. (3) 135 59
555, Inc. 30 93 Fones Bros. Hardware Co (5) 75 09
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc 80 64 Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co(3) 28 00
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co 15 54 Garrison, J. F. 26 94
Gazette Publishing Co (3) 31 96 General American Life .Ins.Co (2) 1,539 77
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Goldman & Company, Inc (2) 30 90 Goldman & Company, Inc 20 60
Graham Blue Print Co 3 97 Gregory Contractor, Artie 2,130 38
Grobmyer Lumber Co.,J.R. 30 20 Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works 2 73
Guthridge Metal Products,Gene 258 32 Hackman Paint & Supply Co (2) 35 72
Hartenstein Elevator Cc 22 50 Herndon, Lea 108 00
Hollis & Company 11 15 Hollis & Company 54 43
Hollis & Company 17 33 Independent Linen Service Co (4) 56 75
Industrial Towel & Unif.Supply 37 60 International Harvester Cc (3) 3,759 24
International Harvester Co 63 10 Johnston, William A. 50 00
Jungkind Company 3 61 Katterjohn Concrete Products 43 14
Kemp, Jos. C., City Attorney 94 50 Lantz Radio & TV Service. 24 17
Lauderdale, E. A., Jr. 6 44 Lawson, Mason G., Dr. 101 22
Leimer & Son, Gus C. 72 Lindsey & Cunningham Ins. 30 00
Lion Oil Company 882 74 Little Rock Blue Print Co 1 50
Little Rock Blue Print Co 20 11 Little Rock Fish & Oyster Cc 30 00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works 3,650 08 Little Rock Mun. Water Works 17 35
Little Rock Mun.Water Works 400 00 Little Rock Road Mach.Co 16 16
Little Rock Tent & Awning Cc 5 00 Little Rock Towel & Unif.Supply 20 65
Lyons Machinery Co (2) 14 73 Lyons Machinery Co 41 55
Machin, Percy H.,City Clk -NLR 13 50 Magnolia Petroleum Co 3 00
Majestic Laundry (2) 7 69 Marshall Printers (2) 325 68
Meyer's Bakery 16 80 Meyer - Blanke Cc 41 06
Miller Meters, Inc 5 32 Mohawk Tire Co (5) 489 89
Mohawk Tire Cc 148 47 Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc (4) 114 35
Monarch Mill & Lumber Cc 13 44 Moody Supply Co 96 97
Motorola Com. & Electronics (2) 984 00 Municipal Finance Off.Assoc'n. 60 00
Munsell Color Company, Inc 4 25 National Cash Register Co 6 37
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Nelson Company, N. 0. (2) 8 77 Nelson Company, N. 0. 14 24
New York Life Insurance Cc 504 45 Noble, Floyd 862 20
Oak Forest Lumber Cc (2) 48 25 O'Neal Motors Inc., Dutch 9 47
O'Quinn, L. E. "Pat" 112 77 Parkin Printing & Stat.Co (4) 320 35
Pattee Printing Co., Fred 37 65 Payne Service Co., Floyd 17 66
Phillips Men Store 267 80 Postmaster, Little Rock, Ark. 400 00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Cc 8 72 Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co 22 41
Railway Express Agency 3 30 Ramsey Top Shop (2) 33 87
Rand's, Inc. (3) 50 22 Rebsamen Motor Co (3) 6,291 50
Refrigeration & Electric Supply 1 55 Richards Harley- Davidson Cc 229 69
Riggs Tractor Co., J. A. 56 37 Riggs Tractor Co., J.A. 24 93
Roach Paper Co 10 24 Roc -Arc Water Cc 9 63
Royal McBee Corporation 35 00 Runshang Machine Shop, Tony 62 41
Safeway Store #118 33 00 St. Vincent Infirmary 16 00
Sargent & Company, E. H. 18 72 Seagrave Corporation, The 91 00
Shrader Photographer 59 14 Southern Radio Supply 8 20
Southland Building Products Cc 16 26 Southwestern Bell Tel.Co 1,432 48
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co 17 51 Sparks, A.R., M.D. 6 00
Sparks Agency, D. A. (2) 19 40 Stannard, Mrs. Virginia 50 00
State Printing & Publishing Co 49 00 Stebbins & Roberts, Inc. (3) 64 87
Swafford Recap. Co., Geo. S.(3) 221 72 Swafford Recap. Co., Geo. S. 119 90
Temple Realty & Insurance Co 18 00 Texas Company, The (3) 4,601 22
Texas Company, The 906 60 Thibault Milling Co 438 40
Thompson- Hayward Chemical Cc 50 64 Townsend, Dale 34 00
Treadway Electric Co (3) 43 11 Tuffibre Company 333 80
Union National Bank 2,578 66 Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co (6) 173 53
Voss - Hutton- Barbee Co 72 26 Walbernize of Arkansas 5 88
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Welders Supply Co 5 10 Western Meat Packers, Inc. 34 68
Western Union Telegraph Co 10 00 Westinghouse Else. Supply Co(2) 152 09
Williams Roofing Cc 154 58 Williams, Wilson W. 109 75
Winchester Auto Stores, Inc 4 55 Wright Service Co., Inc 98 41
Young & Son, R. A. 46 32
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G. 500 00
Acting Chief of Police Gene Smith then verbally requested approval for repairs
to two cars in the Police Department that were damaged in accidents, one with an Army
Truck. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said repair
costs were approved for the lowest bid submitted.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned to meet again on Monday, January 13, 1958 at 4:00 o'clock p.m.
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ATTEST: APPROVED:
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Council Chamber, ip
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January 13, 1958 - 4:00 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy, and
the following Directors present: Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Langford -
total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director.
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
Director Winburn was enrolled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,708, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
LIBRARY IMPROVEMENT BONDS; LEVYING A TAX SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST
OF SAID BONDS; DESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. .Mr. Wallace Townsend, Attorney representing
the Library Board of Trustees, then explained to the members of the Board of Directors
various aspects of the ordinance authorizing the sale of the Library Improvement Bonds,
particularly the interest rates, maturities, callable provisions, etc., and stated that
information obtained by him from several large Bond Firms in the East confirmed that
the bid of 3.0307609 per cent interest cost was a very good bid and was a saving of
several thousand dollars to the City of Little Rock over bids that were received on
July 8, 1957 and rejected on a previous Library Bond Issue in the same amount proposed
by the City of Little Rock. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
' IMrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
elect, the'rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimou
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more tha
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordi-
nance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none,
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 15 of Ordinance No. 10,708 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
('Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
�iGriffin - total 1.
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AN ORDINANCE EMPLOYING DEAN I. DAULEY CITY MANAGER FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING THE SALARY AND AUTOMOBILE ALLOWANCE FOR SAID CITY MANAGER;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford — total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented a communication from Mayor Knoop, submitting the
following Board Members to serve as a Civil Defense Committee, in accordance with
Resolution No. 2182 passed January 6, 1958, to -wit:
Mr. Letcher L. Langford, Chairman
Mrs. Edgar F. Dixon, Member
Mr..Warren Baldwin, Member
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said appointments were
approved and communication received and filed.
The Board of Directors then held an informal discussion on matters pending
before the Board and to be on the agenda for the next regular meeting.
Mr. William G. Fleming of the Arkansas Municipal League was then introduced
and explained the provisions of Act 182 of the Arkansas General Assembly of 1957,
which prohibits Cities from levying a City Auto License Fee after October 1, 1958.
He stated that under this Act a City could charge the same amount as now in effect for
a period of the full year before October 1, 1958, but could not levy or collect a tax
after that time. Whereupon, it was verbally agreed by the members of the Board of
Directors present, that the City of Little Rock would continue to charge a fee of Five
Dollars for the Auto License, when they become due on May 1, 1958•
There being no other business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director - Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the Board of Directors
adjourned at -5:30 o'clock p.,m, to meet again on Monday, January 20, 1958 at 7:30
o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and E. Jack Murphy, Acting City Clerk, and
the following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,710, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
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ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
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LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance had previously been read the first time on December 16, 1957 and the
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second time on December 20, 1957 and placed on the calendar, with the request that
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repairs to certain streets be made before acceptance by the City, as recommended in
a communication from John L. Taylor, City Engineer,filed in connection with said
ordinance. Filed also with the ordinance was a Transcript of the Pulaski County Court
Order dated November 6, 1957, approving said annexation and a communication from
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R. Burleigh, Little Rock Planning Director also approving, and one from William
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L. Terry, Attorney for Jack B. Bracy of The Bracy Corporation, Agent for the petitioner
Presented at this time was a communication from Mr. Jack B. Bracy, of the Bracy Cor-
poration, stating that some of the repairs on Westmont Circle in the Meadowcliff area
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had been made as recommended by the City Engineer, but that this street was completed
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approved by the engineer for the construction and accepted by the County and that
the one year guarantee on the construction had expired and the contractor and bonding
company released. He also stated that the repairs requested on Lamont Drive would be
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completed in the next few days and requested that the City accept the annexation on
this basis. John L. Taylor, City Engineer then verbally reported that he had inspected
Iithese
repairs and stated that the policy in the past in regard to annexations had been
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laccept'ance by the City without inspection of streets by the City Engineer, and that he
Ifelt the Board of Directors would be setting a precedent in this particular annexation
not to accept without further repairs, since some repairs had already been made and
others would be made immediately. Mr. William L. Terry, Attorney for the petitioners,
then stated that it was their desire to cooperate in every way and that the repairs on
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Lamont Drive would be completed as proposed. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
Ilseconded
by Director Baldwin, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
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as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon,
s was declared passed. (Communications received and filed).
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January 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
There were again presented the following Zoning Petitions, together with a
report and proposed ordinance on same, from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director; as
presented on January 6, 1958 and placed on the calendar:
Petition from Frances T. Cutting for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of 14th and State Streets, described as Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 220,
Original City of Little Rock; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F"
Commercial District property;
Petition from Don McNeal for reclassification of property at the Northeast
corner of Kirspel and East 10th Streets, described as Lot 11, Block 16, Industrial
Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence
District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Mary Louise Parker for reclassification of property at 2200
South Main Street, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, described as Lots Six (6) and Seven
(7), and the North Thirty -Seven and One -half (37 1/2) feet of Lot Eight (8), Block 429,
Du Vall's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment
District to that of "F" Commercial District;
Petition from Mrs. J. H. Scott for reclassification of property at 905 Kirspel
Avenue, described as Lot 2, Block 16, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "H" Business Distri
property; and
Petition from House, Holmes, Roddy, Butler and Jewell, Agents for Sadie Rogers
Watson, for reclassification of property at 3911 West Twelfth Street, described as Lot
3, Block 3, W. B. Worthen's Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the present "B"
Residence District to that of ` F" Commercial District property;
which petitions carried the approval of the Little Rock Planning Commission. Filed at
this time was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director, regarding the
verbal protest presented on January 6, 1958 by Mr. Arthur Connerly, Jr., on the propose
rezoning of property at the Southeast corner of Fourteenth and State Streets from "C"
Two - family to "F" Commercial District, due to the previous denial of the Little Rock
Planning Commission and former City Council to rezone property owned by him at the
Northeast corner of Fourteenth and Broadway. Said communication stated that Mr.
Connerly had been heard on the matter before the Little Rock Planning Commission at
their meeting on January 9, 1958, and after considerable discussion the Planning Com-
mission decided to take no formal action and that it was the consensus of opinion that
the rezoning of the property at Fourteenth and States as proposed would constitute a
proper and logical extension of the present district at Fourteenth and Gaines Streets
and that this proposal was separate from and unrelated to the question of business
zoning along Broadway as proposed previously by Mr. Connerly. The Planning Commission
recommended that the proposed ordinance to include the rezoning of property at Fourteen
and State Streets be passed as presented.
There was again presented the proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
January 6, 1958 and placed on the calendar with the above named zoning petitions. Upon
of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance and
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January 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
zoning petitions were again placed on the calendar.
There was again presented the petition from A. L. Woody, owner and L. D.
Wright, Grocer,'for renewal of a temporary permit to operate a grocery store located
at 704 Cornish Street, which was presented on January 6, 1958 and referred to the
Planning Commission for study to determine if the property was classified as of "non-
conforming" use under the terms of the Zoning Ordinance, which would entitle the owner
to a permit for the same classification as it was being used when the Zoning Ordinance
became effective. Filed with said petition at this time was a communication from Mr.
and.Mrs. A. L. Woody to the Little Rock Planning Commission, stating that this property
had been used as business property since approximately 1929 and that there had been no
structural alterations to the existing building; and reports from the Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission and City Engineer, and opinion from Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, to
the effect that after reviewing the evidence presented and reports of the Little Rock
Planning Commission and City Engineer, the petitioners were entitled to the Occupancy
Permit to operate the grocery store at this address as "non- conforming use ". Upon
motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce
' vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the petition for a temporary
permit was denied, and the Planning Director was requested to issue a statement to the
City Engineer that this property was classified as of "non- conforming use ", and the
City Engineer was authorized to grant a permanent permit for the operation of the
1grocery store at the said address.
There was then presented a petition from Samsons, Inc., by Sam J. Storthz,
President, and David Wayne Courtney, John V. Bracey and Mildred H. Bracey, his wife,
representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a portion of
Arthur Street proposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate that portion of Arthur
Street between "H" and "I" Streets, described as follows, to -wit:
Commencing at the Northeast corner of Block 14,
Pleasant Hills Addition to the City of Little Rock,
run thence south along the east line of Block 14
to the southeast corner of said Block 14; thence
run east to the southwest corner of Block 15 of
said Pleasant Hills Addition; thence run north along
the west line of Block 15 to the northwest corner
thereof; thence run west to the point of beginning.
Filed with said petition was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director
stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission had approved the petition to close
this portion of Arthur Street, and that the properties affected could be better devel-
oped by abandoning this narrow right -of -way and renlatting this part of the old sub-
division. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, Monday,
February 17, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber.. was set as the time and
place for public hearing thereon. (See Resolution No. 2183).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2183, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON THE CLOSING OF A PORTION OF
ARTHUR STREET SITUATED BETWEEN BLOCK 14 AND BLOCK 15,
PLEASANT HILLS
ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, AND WHICH EXTENDS NORTH FROM "H"
STREET TO "I"
STREET; PROVIDING
FOR THE
PUBLICATION OF NOTICES THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
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which resolution
Director
was read in full and, upon motion of
Winburn, was adopted by the following
Director Mrs.
Ayes Directors
Dixon, seconded by
roll call:
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Baldwin,
Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
- total
6; Noes - none;
Absent -
Director Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No, 2184,
entitled:
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January 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
A RESOLUTION RELEASING THE UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY COMPANY FROM
RESPONSIBILITIES ON IT'S BOND NO. 12341- 07 -34 -57 COVERING FORMER CITY ATTORNEY 0. D.
LONGSTRETH, JR., AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE DISTRIBUTION AND SALE OF NATURAL GAS TO DOMESTIC
AND COMMERCIAL CONSUMERS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS TO BE A PRIVILEGE;
FIXING THE LICENSE THEREFOR; AMENDING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. The Acting City Clerk stated that notice had
been published on January 17, 1958 to the effect that the proposed Ordinance was filed
in the Office of the City Clerk on January 13, 1958 and same was open for inspection.
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the proposed
ordinance was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present.
The matter of an increase in Dog License Fees was then discussed and it was
brought to the attention of the Board of Directors that the cost of vaccine for rabies
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had been increased, justifying raising the License Fee. Upon motion of Director
Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the mem-
bers of the Board of Directors present, the City Attorney was requested to prepare an
ordinance to increase the Dog License Fee from $2.00 to $3.00 per year.
The question of whether or not the City would continue the use of the sixty -
six thousand watt, 125 volt light bulbs, as presented to the City on November 18, 1957
by the Retail Merchants Division of the Little Rock Chamber of Commerce, with installa-
tion and payment of the additional cost of same through the Christmas holidays by them,
was brought to the attention of the Board. Lester Newland, City Electrician then
stated that one - thousand watt bulbs had formerly been used for lighting Main Street
before installing the five hundred watt bulbs in order to reduce expenditures. Upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, it was agreed that the City
would continue the use of the one - thousand watt bulbs on Main Street.
There was then presented the Final Report of Street Improvement District
No. 576 from the Commissioners, stating that all bonds had been paid and that there
were no delinquent assessments in the district, and requesting that the Commissioners
be discharged. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said
commissioners were discharged and report approved and received and filed.
There was then presented a Financial Analysis from the Acting City Clerk and
Finance Officer, of Receipts and Disbursements in the Operating Accounts and Bond and
Interest Accounts for 1957, pending publication of the Annual Report for 1957• Upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, said report was received
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and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the City Collector for the year
1957, which report, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford,
was received and filed.
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January 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Parks and Recreation Depart-
ment for the year 1957, which report, upon motion„of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,711, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING VARIOUS SUMS OF MONEY FOR PAYMENTS OF MATURING
PRINCIPAL, CALLED PRINCIPAL, SEMI - ANNUAL INTEREST, AND PAYING AGENTIS CHARGES DUE
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FEBRUARY 1, 1958 AND MARCH 1, 1958 ON VARIOUS CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BOND ISSUES; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES:
which ordinance had previously been read the first time on December 20, 1957 and the
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second time time on January 6, 1958. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
LIIMrs. Dixon, the ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said
was declared passed.
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' AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS, AND AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE PRINTING OF THE
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1957 ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT OF THE CITY CLERK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
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Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended and
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the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
!passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,713, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS, AND CONTRACT FOR THE PRINTING OF 1,409 LIBRARY BONDS
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
!which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Winburn, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
,and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
!question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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Winburn , Mrs. Dixon Blankenshi p, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,714 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE ONE MOTORCYCLE TYPE SCOOTER,
WITH TRADE -IN OF ONE (1) CUSHMAN EAGLE SCOOTER, AND ONE (1) TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLE,.'FOR
THE USE OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE JANITOR SUPPLIES FOR THE REMA
OF THE YEAR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS, ($3,000.00)
FOR PAYMENT OF DUES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE FOR
THE YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
members of the Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the
calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,715, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE DOLLARS
($675.00) TO PAY FOR PARKING METER TICKET ENVELOPES AS AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE
NO. 10,690, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Directors Winburn, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,716, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVEN HUNDRED EIGHTY AND 74/100
(780.74) DOLLARS TO PAY FOR TRANSFORMERS FOR WAR MEMORIAL PARK, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Baldwin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1
passed.
for 1958:
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
The following appointments were then presented to serve on the Censor Board
Knoop:
Mrs. Charles Chambers
New
Mrs. J. R. Fair
Reappoint
Langford:
Mrs. W. J. Jernigan
New
Mrs. James Patillo
New
Griffin:
Clark Manney
Reappoint
Mrs. Letcher L. Langford
New
Dixon:
Mrs. Carl Olsson
Reappoint
Rev. Guy S. Wilson
Reappoint
Winburn:
Mrs. Eloise Hamilton
Reappoint
Clayton W. Elliott
Reappoint
Baldwin:
Mrs. Christine Olds
Reappoint
Mrs. W. C. Bray
New
Blankenship:
Drummond Switzer
Reappoint
B. L. Murphree
Reappoint
Parent Teachers:
Mrs. Roy Pearrow
New
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said appointments were
approved.
There was then presented the following request from the Mayor for permission
to appoint a Planning Committee to prepare 'a comprehensive plan for the development of
the City of Little Rock, making recommendations conforming, in general, to the f
tters:
"(a) Recommendations for the opening of through streets allowing
a better flow of traffic to and from the business district, airport,
and other areas as may seem necessary. In connection with this phase
of the program, a study should be made as to the desirability of the
employment of a traffic engineer. Also recommendations as to possible
widening of present streets and resurfacing of present streets to make
a better flow of traffic possible, together with necessary traffic
controls. The immediate purpose of this portion of the study should
accomplish the programming of improvements during the present calendar
year in such a manner that said improvements would become a part of the
long time plan of such street development. It is assumed that some
limited funds will be available during the current summer for such
improvements.
(b) Recommendations for additional parks and recreational
facilities. In connection with this matter, a study should be made of
lands presently owned by the City of Little Rock and not presently used.
(c) Recommendations for the future development of Adams Field.
(d) Recommendations for an adequate storm drainage system, with
particular emphasis on the congested business areas.
(e) Recommendations for adequate street lighting.
January 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
(f) Suggested methods of financing the above improvements.
Attention of the Committee is called to the possible useable maps
and plans already developed by the Planning Commission for street
development. The facilities of the Planning Commission and the
Public Works Department are available for the work of this Committee.
The City Manager and the other departments are to assist in any way
possible. Director Hardy L. Winburn will be Chairman of the Committee;
the other members to be as recommended by Director Winburn."
By unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Mayor was author-
ized to establish said Planning Committee and appoint Director Winburn as Chairman of
same as proposed in his request.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:40 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, February 3, 1958 at 7:30 o'cloc
p.m.
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APPROVED:
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 29, 1958 - 4:00 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in Special
Session with Assistant Mayor G. W. Blankenship presiding in the absence of Mayor Knoop,
and E. Jack Murphy, Acting City Clerk and the following Directors present: Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon and Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Griffin and Mayor
Knoop - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,717, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING CERTAIN SIGNATURES ON ALL MUNICIPAL WARRANTS AND
PURCHASE VOUCHERS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Authorizing signature of City Manager); which-ordinance was read the first time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were suspended
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the member
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor
Blankenship,and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Griffin and
Mayor Knoop. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,717, Dean Dauley, City
Manager, stated that the Jack East Company had provided a Binder in the amount of
$10,000 to cover the City Manager, Mayor and all employees until such time as a Contrac
was awarded on a Blanket Honesty Bond for this coverage.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was then dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
Assistant Mayor Blankenship then granted the floor to Captain L. V. Withers
of the Traffic Department, who requested permission from the Board of Directors to
remove four of the six Parking Meter Covers now being used by the 101st Airborne
Arkansas - Military District on the South side of the 555 Building, leaving two Meter
Spaces for their use. Director Langford then requested a verbal opinion from the City
Attorney as to the - ,legality of bringing any matter before the Board of Directors other
than that for which a Special Meeting was called. City Attorney Joseph 0. Kemp, then
stated that it was not in order, but that under existing ordinances, the Captain of
the Traffic Department had this power without action by the Board of Directors.
There being no further business to come before this meeting, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, the Board of Directors adjourned at
4:15 o'clock to meet again at 7:30 o'clock p.m. on Monday, February 3, 1958.
ATTEST:
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 3, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E.,Jack Murphy, and
the 'following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; 'Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a petition from a number of property owners repre-
senting themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the property
affected, asking the City to create a street improvement district for the purpose of
paving, in such a manner and with such materials as the Commissioners to be elected for
said improvement district shall deem to be for the best interest of said district, the
following parts of the following streets in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
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ELM STREET from the south line of West 16th Street
to the north line of West 20th Street;
WEST 18TH STREET from the west line of Pine Street
to the east line of Elm Street.
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Said petition was accompanied by a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof did represent a majority of over two - thirds in assesse
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
had been published on January 18, 1958 and January 25, 1958 notifying all interested
persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were heard in the premises and no objections were filed therein.
IMr. Willis Townsend, Attorney for the proposed improvement district, then stated that
the property owners had worked diligently to organize this .street improvement district
and also a proposed curb and gutter improvement district embracing the same property,
and they were desirous of completing the organization.of the district as soon as possi-
ble to enable the awarding of contracts and construction begun for the improvements.
Ike also stated that it required a minimum of two and one -half months procedure from the
time the petition was filed in the office of the City Clerk before the organization was
completed and Bonds could be sold, and requested that the Directors consider granting
the petition and pass a proposed ordinance at this meeting to establish said improvemen
districts by suspension of the rules for the second and third readings. Upon motion of
Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance
No. 10,718).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,718, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 620 OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
members of the Board pf Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship,
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second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
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upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules
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again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
Ivote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
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6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
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There was then presented a petition from a number of property owners represent-
ing themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the property affected,
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asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of grading, draining,
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and guttering, in such a manner and with such materials as the Commissioners to
be elected for said improvement district shall deem to be for the best interest of saidlll
district, the following parts of the following streets in the City of Little Rock,
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to -wit:
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ELM STREET from the south line of West 16th Street
to the north line of West 20th Street;
WEST 18th STREET from the west line of Pine Street
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which petition was accompanied by a certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
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stating signers thereof represent a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was stated that notice
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persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all
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(persons so desiring were heard in the premises and no objections were filed therein.
Upon motion of Director Blankenship, p, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous
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voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said petition was
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(See Ordinance No. 10,719).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,719, entitled:
LITTLE AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 621 OF
ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors -elect upon motion of Director Blankenship, I p p, seconded by
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
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of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote takenll
jlliupon
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
IlDirectors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
I16;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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There were again presented the following Zoning Petitions, together with a
jrenort and proposed ordinance on same, and communication regarding the verbal protest
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jfrom Mr. Arthur Connerly, Jr., on the proposed rezoning of property at the Southeast
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of Fourteenth and State Streets from the present "C" Two - family to that of "F"
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presented on January 6, 1958 and January 20, 1958, and placed on the calendar:
Petition from Frances T. Cutting for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of 14th and State Streets, described as Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 220,
Original City of Little Rock; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F"
Commercial District property;
Petition from Don McNeal for reclassification of property at the Northeast
corner of Kirspel and East 10th Streets, described as Lot 11, Block 16, Industrial
(Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence
(District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
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Petition from Mary Louise Parker for reclassification of property at 2200
South Main Street, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, described as Lots Six (6) and Seven
(7), and the North Thirty -Seven and One -half (37 112) feet of Lot Eight (8), Block 429,
Du Vall's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment
District to that of "F" Commercial District;
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ii Petition from Mrs. J. H. Scott for reclassification of property at 905 Kirspel
(Avenue, described as Lot 2, Block 16, Industrial Park Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of'"H" Business Districi
1property; and
Petition from House, Holmes, Roddy, Butler and Jewell, Agents for Sadie Rogers
Watson, for reclassification of property at 3911 West Twelfth Street, described as Lot
i3, Block.3, W. B. Worthen's Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the present "B"
Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
which petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
(Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. By unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded
by Director Langford, said petitions were granted.. (See Ordinance No. 10,720).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,720, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the first time on
January 6, 1958 and second time on January 20, 1958, and placed on the calendar. Upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, said ordinance was the:
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(read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall th
'Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs.
(�IDixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a petition from D -X Sunray Oil Company for curb cuts
of 80 feet for access to a Service Station at 5000 West Markham Street, which petition
carried the approval of Captain L. V. Witherspoon of the Traffic Bureau and John L.
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Taylor, City Engineer. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankensh
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said
(petition was granted.
There was then presented a petition from Rex Parker, for permission to operate
Ian amateur radio tower which he constructed without permit at 2119 South Harrison, and
(operated for emergency communications for Civil Defense and other emergencies of this
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((mature. Said petition stated that the tower is 67 feet in height and that a permit had
I'Ibeen applied for but could not be obtained from the office of the City Engineer or the
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approval for same from the office of the Little Rock Planning Commission. Mr. Parker
and other amateur operators in the City were then heard, and speaking in favor of the
petition, stated that there were several of these towers in operation in Little Rock
at the present time and that they caused no more interference than average television
antennas. Filed at this time was a protest petition signed by a number of residents
in the area requesting that this permit be denied, and that said tower be ordered dis-
mantled and razed in compliance with existing Ordinances and laws pertinent to such
erection and operation, due to interference with television and radio reception, and
hazard to adjoining property. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said petitions were referred to the City Manager, City Attorney, City Engineer
and Planning Director to determine if a permit for this tower would be discriminatory
and construction thereof in violation of the Zoning Ordinance or created a hazard in
any way; and for them to arrange a meeting to be held with the petitioners for and
against the granting of such permit, and to make a recommendation on same to the Board
of Directors at the next regular meeting.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE DISTRIBUTION AND SALE OF NATURAL GAS TO DOMESTIC
AND COMMERCIAL CONSUMERS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS TO BE A PRIVILEGE;
FIXING THE LICENSE THEREFOR; AMENDING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
January 20, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
flil Directors present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
Mayor Knoop then introduced the newly appointed City Manager, Dean I. Dauley
to the public in attendance.
Mr. Dauley then presented a proposal to the Board of Directors on replacing
individual telephone lines to the various City Departments with the installation of a
central switchboard. He stated that based on figures from a previous estimate made by
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, this could mean a saving of approximately $150.00
per month to the City, including the salary of an operator. He also stated that to
install this system the Telephone Company would require the signing of a five year
contract, and that there would be some individual lines retained for the Fire and
Police Departments, and auxiliary lines for the use of the various departments for
after hours, holidays, etc. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, the City Manager and City Attorney were requested to prepare an ordinance
authorizing the signing of a contract between the City of Little Rock and Southwestern
Bell Telephone Company for action by the Board of Directors at the next regular meeting
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
Auditorium for the period ending December 31, 1957, which report, upon motion of
Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Winburn, was received and filed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,721, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NUMBER 10679 SAME BEING "AN ORDINANCE
ESTABLISHING A FINANCE COMMITTEE COMPOSED OF THREE (3) MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF
DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PRESCRIBING DUTIES THEREOF: ESTABLISH-
ING AUTHORITY AND PROCEDURE FOR PURCHASING SUPPLIES AND LETTING CONTRACTS; AND FOR
February 3, 1958 - Cont1d.
OTHER PURPOSES," TO ABOLISH THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS THEREIN
CREATED AND TRANSFER AND DELEGATE DUTIES AND POWERS RESPECTIVELY THEREOF TO THE CITY
MANAGER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5767, SAME BEING QUOTED:
,
"AN ORDINANCE'PROVIDING FOR AN ANNUAL LICENSE TAX FOR DOGS KEPT WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
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OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING VACCINATION OF DOGS FOR RABIES; PROVIDING ALL
DOGS MUST HAVE COLLARS; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES. ";
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Major L. C. Harrison, President of
the Arkansas Kennel Club then verbally requested the Board of Directors to defer actioni
on this matter and to consider a model ordinance as proposed by that organization and
used in cities comparable in size to Little Rock, and to grant him the privilege. of
meeting with Dr. Mason G. Lawson, City Health Officer and the City Manager to study the
provisions of the ordinance before further action by the Board of Directors. Upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the request of Major
Harrison was granted, and the proposed ordinance as presented was placed on the calen-
dar, with a recommendation to be made by the City Manager as a result of this meeting
,
at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
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There was then presented Ordinance No.10,722, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING -THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTY -FOUR
AND 60100 ($1,854.60) DOLLARS TO PAY THE PREMIUM FOR THREE (3) YEARS ON AN HONESTY
BLANKET BOND FOR CITY EMPLOYEES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, then explained
to the Board of Directors that this Blanket Honesty Bond would cover all City employeesll
including Municipal Court Clerks, but that this amount would not cover a Performance
Bond for the Municipal Court Clerks as provided under Arkansas State Statutes. Upon
p P
it
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and
the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
February 3, 1956 - Cont'd.
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
` AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS, (3,000.00)
III FOR PAYMENT OF DUES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE FOR
THE YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
January 20, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva'voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,723, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE A YEAR'S SUPPLY OF REGULAR GASOLINE FOR USE BY THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
iwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Ii Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
ilk Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
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,i unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
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of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
iiand
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,74 , entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS, TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE FIFTY (50) STREET LIGHT FIXTURES
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FOR USE BY THE ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous the the
vote of members of
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Winburn, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
jof
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,725, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE 20 BUNKER COATS, 20 BUNKER PANTS
AND 20 HELMETS FOR USE IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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February 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Winburn, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin --total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,726, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE JANITOR SUPPLIES FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE YEAR, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance had been read the first time on January 20; 1958 entitled: 'IAN..
ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE JANITOR SUPPLIES FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE
YEAR, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ". Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, said ordinance was amended to change "Finance Committee of the Board of
Directors" to read "City Manager ", by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total I. (See Ordinance No. 10,721). Said ordinance
Jwas then read the second time as amended; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.,
(Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,727, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE 1,000 FEET OF 36 INCH FENCING FOR ANIMAL CAGES
AT THE MUNICIPAL ZOO; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
(Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
lof the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
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Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs.
I(Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
irector Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,728, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE PARTS FOR ONE WHEEL AND AXLE FOR PETTIBONE
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February 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
MILLIKAN FRONT -END LOADER FOR USE IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
llIwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
lBoard of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
i
iof the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
hDirector Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
lllby unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
,and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,729, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ARKANSAS, TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE SUCTION HOSE, COUPLINGS AND
,ROCK,
IISIAMESE
CONNECTIONS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
11which
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ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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,'Board
of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
jl
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
IMrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
Land
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
;Director
Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
hBaldwin,
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
W in b urn, Mrs. Dixon, B lankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
�ilnone;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed.
City Manager Dean Dauley brought to the attention of the Board of Directors
the offer of the Arkansas State Highway Department to install mercury vapor lights on
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the Third Bridge Expressway through the City of Little Rock, and in return the City
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.would assume the cost of operation and maintenance after installation. He stated that
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this would cost the City approximately $3500 per year within the corporate limits, and
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plthat
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the cost could not be paid from State Road Turnback Funds but could be paid from
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the General Fund or County Road Turnback Funds, and that it would be necessary to
Iladvise
the Arkansas State Highway Department of this agreement by March 1, 1958 in orde
;
that this would be included in their contract for construction. Upon motion of Directo
jlWinburn,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the member:
of the Board of Directors present, the City Manager was authorized to notify the
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Arkansas State Highway Department that the City of Little Rock would assume cost of
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operation and maintenance of these lights on the Expressway within the corporate limits
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The City Manager requested the Board of Directors to grant him the authority
fto
use his discretion in the filling of vacancies which might occur in personnel in the
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various departments of the City, even though said vacancies may be provided in the
iBudget
as approved, until such time as a more detailed budget could be worked out and
a study made to determine the necessity of such position. He stated that during this
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interim he believed that some of the responsibilities could be transferred to another
February 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
employee and that in the reorganization of some departments, in some instances the
assigning of personnel and duties could create a permanent vacancy of some positions.
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the City Manager was grante
this authority.
City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp, then stressed the need for the City to establish
a policy on the purchase of City Auto Licenses by Military Personnel on duty in the
Little Rock area, stating that several cases were now pending in Municipal Court for
non - purchase of these Licenses, and that the Air Base Commander in many instances had
signed affidavits that the military personnel were not residents of the City of Little
Rock, and that by their purchase of State License they should be exempt from the City
License due to them being subject to transfer out of the City at any time. City
Collector Roy Beard then stated that his office had in the past adhered strictly to the
Sailor- Marine Act of Congress on this matter. Director Blankenship expressed the feel-
ing that the City should extend all courtesy to the Air Base Personnel during their
military assignment in this area. Mayor Knoop then requested the City Attorney to pre-
pare a resolution to be presented at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors
to establish a policy on the purchase of City Auto License for Military Personnel; and
to advise the Court that no decision had been made by the Board of Directors to this
date.
In connection with the recent appointment of Eugene Smith to Chief of the
Little Rock Police Department, Mr. Coy Adams, Civil Service Director, gave a brief
review on the appointment and stated that as a result of the examination held for
applicants for the position, the Civil Service Commission felt that the most qualified
man had been selected. Whereupon, Mr. Adams then introduced Chief Smith.
The following bills and payrolls for the month of. January, 1958, having been
approved by the heads of the various departments, were approved, by request of the
Acting City Clerk, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1
PAYROLLS:
128.84
8,050.09
936.24
55,283.98
161.04
10,170.47
1,170.34
73,251.62
71
30
Airkem Sales & Service
17
II
I Alman Company, Sol
50
IiAmerican
Airlines, Inc
75
5
Applied Research Institute
American LaFrance Corp.
ICI
Arkansas Chemical & Supply Co(2)
4
78
Arkansas Foundry Co
56
81
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp (8)
69
Arkansas Democrat Cc (2)
Arkansas Globe Chemical Co (3)
09
57
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
Arkansas Foundry Cc
86
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
1,133
79
Arkansas State Golf Assoc'n (2)
71
26
Arkansas State Revenue Dept (2)
75
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Cc
Arkansas Stat.& Furniture Cc
03
241
Automotive Safety Service
Arkansas Paper Co
II
Bale Chevrolet Co (4)
8,102
90
I' Big -4 Auto Parts Cc
86
88
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
00
lull
Boiler Inspection Dept
00
III
Camera Center, The
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
1
Capital Steel Cc
275
00
Capital Welding Supply Co
106
77
I Capitol Off -Set Printing Co
71
30
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
17
88
2
50
Ambort & Sons, Leo J.
15
75
5
48
American LaFrance Corp.
32
58
4
78
Archer Drug Cc
56
81
107
69
Arkansas Democrat Cc (2)
181
09
57
13
Arkansas Foundry Cc
86
05
1,133
79
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp
71
26
193
75
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Cc
1,357
03
241
88
Arkansas Paper Co
82
8,102
90
Arkansas Power & Light Co
86
88
40
00
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
4
00
87
73
Arkansas State Revenue Dept
1
00
275
00
Armour & Company
106
77
4
50
Automotive Supply Cc
26
38
124
00
Bale Chevrolet Cc
15
96
13
13
Big Rock Stone & Material Cc
20
15
1,405
33
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders (2)
41
03
2
00
Booker Co., J. Lester
15
45
42
97
Camera Center, The
2
88
42
95
Capital Welding Supply Co(2)
11
02
23
92
Capitol Hill X -Ray & Lab.
7
50
50
99
Cash Wholesale Co.,Inc (2)
79
60
Fil
February 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Cash Wholesale Co., Inc
69
Clark Equipment Co.,Inc
49
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
(5)
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
(2)
Crane Company
(3)
Crow - Burlingame Co
(7)
Cullum Auto Co
250
Dauley, Dean I.
38
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
(6)
DeSoto Hardware Co
(3)
Dixie Equipment Co
68
D -X Sunray Oil Co
48
Entenmann & Son, Carl
296
Euclid- Arkansas, Inc
Crow - Burlingame Co
Fagan Electric Co.,Inc
(7)
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print Co
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl
(5)
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
96
555, Inc
00
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
7
Garrison, J. F.
155
General Electric Supply Co
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
Greater Mountain Chemical Co
87
Hackman Paint & Supply
38
Heil Scientific, Inc
114
Hollis & Company
91
Illing, Horace A.
D -X Sunray Oil Co
Industrial Towel & Uniform Supply
89
International Harvester Co
67
Katterjohn Concrete Products
52
Krebs Bros. Supply Co
23
Lewis - Diesel Engine Co
Enterprise Harness Co
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
89
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
May Supply Co
00
Meyer Bros. Drug Co
19
Mohawk Tire Co
6
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
16
Nelson Company, N. 0.
(5)
New York Life Insurance Co
84
Nolting Radiator Co
59
O'Neal Motors, Dutch
3
O'Quinn, L.E. "Pat"
23
Pattee Printing Co., Fred
(2)
Postmaster, U. S.
(3)
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co
38
Rand's. Inc
(3)
Rebsamen Motor Co
(3)
Richards Harley- Davidson Co
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper(5)
Gazette Publishing Co (3)
Roach Paper Co
V
99
Royal McBee Corporation
(2)
Safeway Stores, Inc. #118
5
Seven -Up Bottling Co
34
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
(2)
Sparks & McClain, Drs.
71
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
(3)
Swafford Recap. Co.,Geo. S.
22
Texas Company, The
2
Townsend, Dale
(2)
Turner Company, G. L.
90
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co
55
Ward Watch Repairs, W.A.
20
Western Meat Packers, Inc
139
Wright Service Co
Independent Linen Service (3)
AY C
Garver, Mark G.
BOND FUND:
The First National Bank in L.R.
Union National Bank
GE PLANT BOND FUND:
Worthen Bank & Trust Co
BOND FUND:
5
69
Clark Distributing Co
49
77
44
42
Continental Baking Co
111
69
365
58
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
250
37
38
10
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
4
04
96
68
Criss & Shaver, Inc.
48
48
296
79
Crow - Burlingame Co
177
35
7
50
Darragh Company
8
96
50
00
Davis Trailer & Equip.Co
7
88
155
85
Democrat Printing & Litho.Co
22
87
173
38
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
114
65
91
47
D -X Sunray Oil Co
64
89
194
67
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
52
75
23
85
Enterprise Harness Co
7
00
48
89
Fabric Center, The
40
00
995
19
Farber Brothers, Inc
6
22
16
75
Farrior's, Inc
69
84
106
59
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
3
00
23
69
555, Inc (2)
85
30
15
38
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (5)
121
35
161
23
53
94
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper(5)
Gazette Publishing Co (3)
23
V
99
204
11
Goldman & Company
5
15
34
26
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
8
71
100
47
Hartenstein Elevator Co
22
50
2
90
Hickerson, Inc.,R.T.
30
90
17
55
Hollis & Company
20
88
139
90
Independent Linen Service (3)
50
63
35
00
International Assoc.Fire Chief9
7
00
3,714
60
International Harvester Co
3
38
25
75
Kimbell Company
24
05
7
99
Lawson, Dr. Mason G.
79
57
4
97
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Co
18
00
3,591
77
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
16
76
Little Rock Road Mach.Co
65
47
16
46
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners
3
10
56
47
Meyer's Bakery
8
40
3
10
Mohawk Tire Co (5)
928
16
394
01
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co (3)
25
13
94
23
Motorola Com.& Electronics(2)
552
00
192
93
Nelson Company, N. 0.
15
33
513
45
Noble, Floyd
904
80
39
81
Oak Forest Lumber Co
8
78
11
85
O'Quinn, L.E. "Pat"
3
32
158
79
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co (3)
114
93
120
22
P -C Hardware & Machinery Co
16
64
54
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co
5
22
21
31
Ramsey Top Shop
36
54
85
Stt
Ratliff, Russell
50
00
587
96
Rhinehart, Dr. Barton A.
15
00
98
35
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
22
37
13
01
Roc -Arc Water Co
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88
35
90
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
2
50
41
30
Seagrave Corporation, The
21
00
8
00
Southland Building Prod-Co(3)
42
72
3,263
02
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
40
00
Stannard, Mrs. Virginia
50
00
56
91
Steinkamp's Furniture Co
50
47
146
01
Texas Company, The (3)
2,543
46
337
84
Thibault Milling Co
218
90
66
00
Treadway Electric Co (2)
51
66
27
61
Voss - Hutton- Barbee Co (4)
220
38
177
88
Voss - Hutton- Barbee Co
1
57
4
50
Welders Supply Co
14
75
24
01
Western Union (3)
24
90
4
12
Wright Service Co
254
99
500 00 I. K. Electric Co
138,089 78 Gazette Publishing Co
44,028 68
65,506 87 Gazette Publishing Co
1,567 00
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Worthen Bank & Trust Co 117,763 75 Gazette Publishing Co 56 8o
In connection with the request of Chief Gann Nalley of the Little Rock Fire
on December 16, 1957 on the matter of answering of fire alarms outside the
ity Limits, Director Mrs. Dixon, Chairman of a Committee appointed by the Mayor to make
February 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
a study of this matter and make a recommendation to the Board of Directors, then stated)
that this Committee had completed this study and were ready to make recommendations on
an ordinance to establish a policy for this purpose. Whereupon, the City Attorney and ,
City Manager were requested to proceed with the drafting of an ordinance to establish
a policy on the answering of fire alarms outside the City limits on the Committee's
recommendations, for presentation at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:15 o'clock p.m. to meet again on February 17, 1958, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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C' Clerk. May
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 17, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy and the
following Directors present: Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford -III
total 5; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the petition from Samson, Inc., by Sam J. Storthz,
President, and David Wayne Courtney, John V. Bracey and Mildred H. Bracey, his wife,
representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a portion of II
Arthur Street proposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate and abandon that portion)))
of Arthur Street between "H" and "I" Streets, described as follows, to -wit:
Commencing at the Northeast corner of Block 14,
Pleasant Hills Addition to the City of Little Rock,
run thence south along the east line of Block 14
to the southeast corner of said Block 14; thence
run east to the southwest corner of Block 15 of
said Pleasant Hills Addition; thence run north
along the west line of Block 15 to the northwest
corner thereof; thence run west to the point of
beginning;
on which public hearing had been set by Resolution No. 2183 on January 20, 1958 for
this time and place. It was stated that notice had been published on January 27, 1958
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February 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
hand February 3, 1958, advising all interested persons to appear and they would be
(heard. Said petition carried the approval of the Little Rock Planning Commission as
' ipresented by communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director,on January 20,
11958. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Director Langford moved,
seconded by Director Winburn, that a proposed ordinance to.close this portion of Arthur
Street be placed on first reading, which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO ABANDON AND VACATE A PORTION OF ARTHUR STREET SITUATED
BETWEEN BLOCK 14 AND BLOCK 15, PLEASANT HILLS ADDITION TO CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND
WHICH EXTENDS NORTH FROM "H" STREET TO "I" STREET;
(which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
(seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce.vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar, together
iwith petition for same.
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There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
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Director, relative to the approval of a Land Use Plan in compliance with Act 186 of
11957, by passage of Ordinance No. 10,662 on October 28, 1957 and which included areas
ithin the City Limits as shown on Map "A" filed with said ordinance and adopted. Said
communication stated that at that time the part of the plan lying outside the City
Limits was referred to the Pulaski County Planning Board for its consideration and had
now been favorably recommended by that agency and adopted by Resolution by the Little
Rock Planning Commission. Filed at this time was a copy of the Resolution as adopted
by the Planning Commission on February 6, 1958 approving and adopting an amendment to
(the "Land Use Plan of the Little Rock Planning Area "; together with Map "B" as approved
by the Pulaski County Planning Board and the Little Rock Planning Commission, and a
proposed Ordinance for consideration and approval of the Board of Directors of said
amendment. Upon motion of Director Mrs.Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the recom-
Imendation of the Little Rock Planning Commission for amendment to the "Land Use Plan of
the Little Rock Planning Area" was adopted and the Ordinance for same placed on first
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reading, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the proposed Ordinance, entitled:
` AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,662, SAME BEING "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
HE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT
A LAND USE PLAN, AND RELATED MATTERS; ESTABLISHING SAID PLAN; AND FOR OTHER
ENCOMPASSING THE TERRITORY BETWEEN THE CITY LIMITS AND THE BOUNDARY OF THE PLANNING
INTO THE LAND USE PLAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING AREA; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
econded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
(board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for the
next regular meeting.
There were then presented the following zoning petitions:
Petition from J. L. Angel for reclassification of property at 2709 Center
(Street, described as Lot 3, Block 7, Liberty Hill Addition to the City of Little Rock,
I#lrkansas, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two- family District
property; which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
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bommission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman; and
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February 172 1958 - Cont'd.
Whereupon, the Mayor then stated that due to the absence from the City of Dean Dauley,
City Manager, no action would be taken by the Board of Directors on the matter at this
time and they would act on the advice of the City Manager and City Attorney after the
meeting with petitioners had been held; and said petitions were placed on the calendar
for consideration at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors on March 3,
1958.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK, FOR AND ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE
CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR CERTAIN LAND LOCATED IN PULASKI
COUNTY, ARKANSAS, TO BE USED BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
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Petition from Gerland P. Patton and Missouri Pacific Railroad Company, by
Rowan M. Butner, for reclassification of property at the Southeast corner of Ferry and
East Capitol Avenue, described as Lots 1, and 2, Block 4, Stevenson's Addition and
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property between East Capitol Avenue and 4th Street and between Commerce and Ferry
Streets; described as Blocks 18 and 19, Pope's Addition; from the present "D" Apartment
and "J" Light Industrial District to that of "F" Commercial District property, which
petition carried the following report: "Blocks 18 & 19, Pope's Addition approved,
Lots 1'& 2, Block 2, Stevenson's Addition -Held for further study "; signed by James H.
Larrison, Chairman.
Filed with said petitions was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
Director, with a report on action taken by the Little Rock Planning Commission on
petitions presented at their meeting held on February 6, 1958• Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the member
of the Board of Directors present, the above named zoning petitions were approved as
recommended by the Little Rock Planning Commission, and the ordinance to re -zone said
properties was placed on first reading. (See proposed Ordinance below).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
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There was again presented the petition of Rex Parker for permission to operate
an amateur radio tower which he constructed without permit at 2119 South Harrison;
together with the protest petition from residents in the area, as presented on February
31 1958 and referred at that time to the City Manager, City Attorney, City Engineer and
Planning Director to investigate and determine if the construction and operation of this
tower was in violation of the Zoning Ordinance or any other existing ordinances, or
created a hazard to adjoining property owners and interference to television or radio
,
reception as alleged in the protest petition. A meeting was to be held with the
petitioners for and against the petition and a recommendation made to the Board of
Directors at the February 17, 1958 meeting. Filed at this time was a communication
from Mr. Homer Wilson, one of the signers of the protest petition filed on February 3,
1958, addressed to the City Manager and requesting that a time be set for the petition -
ers to discuss the matter with him. Mayor Knoop then extended the courtesy of the floo
to several interested persons speaking for and against the operation of the tower. �II
Whereupon, the Mayor then stated that due to the absence from the City of Dean Dauley,
City Manager, no action would be taken by the Board of Directors on the matter at this
time and they would act on the advice of the City Manager and City Attorney after the
meeting with petitioners had been held; and said petitions were placed on the calendar
for consideration at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors on March 3,
1958.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK, FOR AND ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE
CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR CERTAIN LAND LOCATED IN PULASKI
COUNTY, ARKANSAS, TO BE USED BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
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February 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
FOR "FILL" PURPOSES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
,,which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
Ilseconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
IlBoard of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a petition from J. Kenneth Shamblin, Pastor of the
Pulaski Heights Methodist Church, and Mrs. E. C. Henry, requesting that parking be
restricted to one side only on the entire block on Monroe Street, between Lee and
Woodlawn Avenues. Said petition stated that at the present time only half of the block
was restricted to the one side only parking, and that it would require marking of the
curb along the property of Mrs. Henry, and retouching of the yellow marking on the curb
around the church. Filed with said petition was a communication from Gene Smith, Chief
of Police, recommending the parking on one side only of the entire block due to the
narrowness of Monroe Street; and that the curb be painted and "No Parking At Any Time"
signs be installed. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blanken-
ship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
'i`lIsaid petition was granted. (See proposed Ordinance).
`j There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,730, entitled:
I
AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING PARKING ON THE EAST SIDE OF MONROE STREET BETWEEN
LEE AVENUE AND WOODLAWN AVENUE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
;hand more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect,.upon motion of
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IIIDirector
Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
'41lquestion,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Mrs Dixon Bla nk e nship, Griffin, Mayor K noop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
((Winburn
none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed.
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There was then presented a petition from Carnation Drug Store, 1423 Barber
Street, and Jake's Liquor Store & Sporting Goods, 1421 Barber Street, requesting
,limited parking space of 10 to 15 minutes in front of their business addresses, and
listating
that the total amount of space involved comprised approximately thirty feet,
land it was understood that the total cost as required for such parking space would be
Dollars Filed
ITwo per foot per year. with said petition was a communication from Gene
�jSmith,
Chief of Police, recommending a ten minute parking time for the space in front
of these two businesses, due to customers using the facilities of a Laundromat located
lat 1419 Barber Street and using space in front of the Drug Store and Liquor Store for
Ilperiods
up to one hour. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
(Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said request was granted. (See proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR LIMITED PARKING AT 1421 AND 1423 BARBER STREET;
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn;
((seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
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February 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a petition from Bob Baker of Baker's Liquor Store
located at 402 East Ninth Street, for ten minute parking restrictions in front of his
business, for a distance of forty -four feet, which petition carried the approval of
Captail L. V. Witherspoon of the Traffic Bureau. Upon question by the Board of
Directors, City Collector Roy Beard, stated that forty -four feet was the equivalent of
two parking spaces. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship,
and by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said petition
was placed on the calendar for further study and a proposed ordinance granting limited
parking at this address was placed on first reading. (See proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR LIMITED PARKING AT 402 EAST NINTH STREET; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was then read the first time. Upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the
calendar.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE LEVYING ADDITIONAL COURT COSTS IN CASES OF PERSONS CONVICTED OF
PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS AND DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Collections to be paid into special fund to be used in the purchase, maintenance
and operation of equipment designed to test degree of intoxication); which proposed
ordinance was read the first time. Judge R. W. Laster, of the Little Rock Municipal
Court, Second Division, was then granted the courtesy of the floor and explained the
need and advantages of equipment for this purpose. He stated that it was of benefit
not only to the Judge in cases for trial but in appeals to Circuit Court after convic-
tion in Municipal Court. He also stated that the original cost of kits to be provided
officers to make these tests after purchase of the necessary equipment was approximatel;
One Dollar, with replacement parts costing approximately Seventy -five Cents. Judge
Laster recommended also the purchase of radar equipment to check speeding in the City.
The Board of Directors then requested an opinion from Gene Smith, Chief of Police, on
the use of the Drunk -O- Meters and he stated that the modern machines were much improved
over earlier models tested and particularly one that was purchased by the Little Rock
Police Department in approximately 1940; and that in several cities comparable in size
to Little Rock, these machines were standard equipment. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the member
of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
In connection with the above proposed Ordinance, Director Griffin requested
Chief Smith to obtain estimates and information on the various types of equipment and
present this information to the Board of Directors at the next regular meeting.
Director Winburn stated that it was the opinion of the American Automobile Associations
American Medical Association that it was very necessary to select the proper equipment
for making these tests.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE FURNISHING OF FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PROTECTION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE CITY
LIMITS; PROVIDING REGULATIONS UNDER WHICH SAID FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES WILL BE USED;
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PROVIDING FOR A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SUCH PROTECTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�i which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Mrs. Dixon, Chairman of
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the Committee appointed by the Mayor to make a study and recommendation on this matter,�l
� stated that this proposed ordinance had been prepared as a result of this study and I�
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meetings with Industrial Firms outside the City Limits, Chief Gann Nalley of the Little J
ill ,Rock Fire Department, the City Manager and City Attorney, and that the fees as set out
were based on property evaluation of the applicants. Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney,
then explained that the purpose of this ordinance was for the protection of commercial
and industrial property only, as outlying residential property did not have the neces-
sary fire hydrants for this purpose. The Little Rock Fire Department would continue to
iianswer alarms to schools, churches or hospitals directly outside the City Limits as the
do at the present time. Director Winburn expressed the opinion that action on the pro -
l posed ordinance should be delayed for public consideration. Upon motion of Director.
IMrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the mem-
bers of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the
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I calendar.
In connection with the request of Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, on February
3, 1958, for the Board of Directors to establish a policy on the purchase of City
Automobile License by Military Personnel on duty in the Little Rock area, upon motion
Ill of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the City Attorney was authorized
to recognize and use the Affidavit as notarized by the Judge Advocate in cases involvin
l fines for non - purchase of auto licenses and establishing non - residency of military
personnel.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,731, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DECLARING THE DISTRIBUTION AND SALE OF NATURAL GAS TO DOMESTIC
II AND COMMERCIAL CONSUMERS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS TO BE A PRIVILEGE;
lFIXING THE LICENSE THEREFOR; AMENDING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS THEREOF;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
calendar. Said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5767, SAME BEING QUOTED:
"AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN ANNUAL LICENSE TAX FOR DOGS KEPT WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING VACCINATION OF DOGS FOR RABIES; PROVIDING ALL
DOGS MUST HAVE COLLARS; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE; AND
,FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
I which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
February 3, 1958 and upon request of Major L. C. Harrison, President of the Arkansas
iiKennel Club, action on the proposed ordinance was deferred by the Board of Directors
I
at that time, and a meeting was to be arranged between Major Harrison, Dr. Mason G.
I
�I Lawson, City Health Officer, and the City Manager, with a recommendation to be made to
ll!ithe Board of Directors by the City Manager at the February 17, 1958 meeting of the
;!which
ordinance
was
on third
and
final
reading,
having previously
been read
the
first
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time
on January
20,
1958 and
the
second
time on
February 3, 1958
and placed
on
the
calendar. Said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5767, SAME BEING QUOTED:
"AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN ANNUAL LICENSE TAX FOR DOGS KEPT WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING VACCINATION OF DOGS FOR RABIES; PROVIDING ALL
DOGS MUST HAVE COLLARS; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE; AND
,FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
I which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
February 3, 1958 and upon request of Major L. C. Harrison, President of the Arkansas
iiKennel Club, action on the proposed ordinance was deferred by the Board of Directors
I
at that time, and a meeting was to be arranged between Major Harrison, Dr. Mason G.
I
�I Lawson, City Health Officer, and the City Manager, with a recommendation to be made to
ll!ithe Board of Directors by the City Manager at the February 17, 1958 meeting of the
February 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
Board. In the absence from the City of Dean Dauley, City Manager, Dr. Lawson reported
that he felt that the passage of an ordinance to increase fees should be deferred at
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
this time until a study could be made on a proposed County -wide program since Pulaski
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County had no facilities for impounding or vaccination of animals, and that improvements)
needed to be made at the City Pound before this could be done. Major Harrison reported
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
that he had met with the Arkansas Kennel Club and they were opposed to the passage of
this proposed ordinance and were prepared to take action in court if the fees were in-
creased at this time. He stated that they desired a thorough study of.the model .
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
ordinance sponsored by that organization and used in other cities would be given full
consideration; and that provisions of an ordinance now in effect be carried out to con-
struct an improved and modern animal shelter and make improvements at the present City
Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
Pound; and that surplus money from sale of Licenses for dogs be used in a fund for this
purpose. He also expressed the opinion that North Little Rock would be agreeable to
cooperating in a County -wide program for improving and maintaining facilities for the
question, Shall.the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
proposed animal shelter. Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, moved
that action on this proposed ordinance as presented be deferred and the ordinance placed
on the calendar, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
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the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Fraternal Cemetery for the
year 1957, which report, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,733, entitled:
Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the members of the Board of
Directors present, was received and filed. Director Winburn then requested that a
copy of the Report as filed be forwarded.to each member of the Board of Directors of
FOR PAYMENT OF DUES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE FOR
Little Rock.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Public Library
for the year 1957• Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship,
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said
report was received and filed, with a request that a copy of the Report be forwarded to
each member of the Board of Directors of Little Rock.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,732, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE '
YEAR 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members'
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall.the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,733, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS, ($3,000.00)
FOR PAYMENT OF DUES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS MUNICIPAL LEAGUE FOR
THE YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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February 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the first time on
January 20, 1958 and the second time on February 3, 1958. Said ordinance was now read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
� Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs, Dixon,
1,Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,734, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE CERTAIN MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT
FOR STREET MARKING AND TRAFFIC SIGNS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members
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of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
`I,Director Winburn, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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an more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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(Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
f� question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes
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(none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
�jpassed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,735, entitled:
I� AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
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III BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE CERTAIN MOTORCYCLE EQUIPMENT INCLUDING RADIOS FOR USE IN THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT; TO TRADE IN CERTAIN USED MOTORCYCLES AND RADIO EQUIPMENT IN MAKING
I,I {SAID NEW PURCHASES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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IlBoard of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
jlMrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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I Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
`Illthe ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
�i,IWinburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
Inone; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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!il passed.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the Board adjourned at 9:50
io'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, March 3, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
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Mayor. lI
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 3, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy, and the
following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Letcher Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners for Street Improve-
ment District No. 620, which report, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2185).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2185, entitled:
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 620;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes-
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented the report of the Commissioners for Curb and Gutter
�j Improvement District No. 621. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
!I Blankenship, said report was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2186).
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11 There was then presented Resolution No. 2186, entitled:
d' RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 621
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ii which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin
iWinburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
�IThere was again presented the petition from Samson, Inc., by Sam J. Storthz,
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li President, and David Wayne Courtney, John V. Bracey and Mildred H. Bracey, representing
themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a portion of Arthur Street
llIiproposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate and abandon a portion of Arthur Street
�Ilbetween "H" and "I" Streets, described as follows, to -wit:
�I Commencing at the Northeast corner of Block 14,
III Pleasant Hills Addition to the City of Little Rock,
run thence south along the east line of Block 14
to the southeast corner of said Block 14; thence
run east to the southwest corner of Block 15 of
1, said Pleasant Hills Addition; thence run north
�j along the west line of Block 15 to the northwest
corner thereof; thence run west to the point of
beginning;
ii on which public hearing was held on February 17, 1958 and was placed on the calendar,
;together with a proposed ordinance to close said street. Filed with the petition were
ICI communications from the Planning Director and City Engineer, approving the proposed
Iiclosure. (See proposed Ordinance).
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There was again presented the proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO ABANDON AND VACATE A PORTION OF ARTHUR STREET SITUATED BETWEEN
' IIBLOCK
14 AND
BLOCK
15,
PLEASANT
HILLS
ADDITION TO CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND WHICH
1l11iEXTENDS
NORTH
FROM
"H"
STREET TO
"I"
STREET;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Langford, the proposed ordinance and petition to close said street
were again placed on the calendar by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,662, SAME BEING "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF A LAND USE PLAN, AND RELATED MATTERS; ESTABLISHING SAID PLAN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES"
BY ENCOMPASSING THE TERRITORY BETWEEN THE CITY LIMITS AND THE BOUNDARY OF THE PLANNING
AREA INTO THE LAND USE PLAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING AREA; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
' February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar, at which time the recommendation by
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Resolution of the Little Rock Planning Commission was adopted approving an amendment to
the "Land Use Plan of the Little Rock Planning Area ", together with Map "B" as approved
by the Pulaski County Planning Board and Little Rock Planning Commission. Upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the proposed ordinance was again
placed on the calendar, by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�jwhich proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
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February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar. The petitions from J. L. Angel for re-
' I� classification of property at 2709 Center Street, from the present "B" Residence
District to that of "C" Two - family District property; and that of Gerland P. Patton and
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Missouri Pacific Railroad Company, by Rowan M. Butner, for reclassification of property
at the Southeast corner of Ferry and East Capitol Avenue, and property between East
ICapitol Avenue and 4th Street and between Commerce and Ferry Streets; from the present
j "D" Apartment and "J" Light Industrial District to that of "F" Commercial District
roperty, were approved as recommended by the Little Rock Planning Commission on
ebruary 17, 1958. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, and
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the pro-
posed ordinance to rezone said property was again placed on the calendar.
There was again presented the petition from Rex Parker for permission to con-
litinue operation of an amateur radio tower which was constructed without permit at 2119
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(South Harrison, which was presented on February 3, 1958 and, together with a protest
llpetition from residents in the area, was referred at that time to the City Manager,
' Il,City Attorney, City Engineer and Planning Director for study and recommendation as to
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jconstruction, interference to Television or Radio reception, or if said tower was in
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jiviolation to the existing zoning regulations. A meeting was to be held with the
Il petitioners for and against the operation of the tower and a recommendation made by the
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City Manager to the Board of Directors at the February 17, 1958 meeting of the Board.
Due to the absence at that time of Dean Dauley, City Manager, said petitions were
placed on the calendar for consideration by the Board of Directors at the March 3, 1958
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meeting. The City Manager verbally reported that a survey had been made by himself
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and the City Engineer of numerous cities in the United States on regulations governing
construction and operation of towers for this purpose, and that of the various cities
contacted, there were specific regulations as to construction for safety measures, but
that New York City was the only one with a regulation as to height and that was seventy -
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five feet. He also stated that the Federal Communications Commission controlled the
operation of such towers regarding interference to television or radio reception and
any protests of this nature should be referred to that Commission. He further stated
that it was a matter of opinion as to whether the construction of towers constituted
a hazard or devaluated adjoining property, and recommended the passage of an ordinance
to control the installation and construction of future towers in the City, following
Ithe policy and regulations used in other cities of comparable size, with the tower as
presently constructed by Rex Parker to conform to these proposed regulations. The
Board then requested the City Attorney to prepare a proposed ordinance for this purpose
,
on recommendations by the City Manager and City Engineer. Upon motion of Director
(Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the petition of Rex Parker was tabled until
such time as an ordinance was passed to govern the installation and construction of
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!radio towers, and the protest petition from residents in the vicinity was received and
filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,736, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK, FOR AND ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH
THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR CERTAIN LAND LOCATED IN
IPULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, TO BE USED BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
CROCK FOR "FILL" PURPOSES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on February
117, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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Ilpresent,
being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
1`Directors-elect,
the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and'last
Mime, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
(result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
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Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR LIMITED PARKING AT 1421 AND 1423 BARBER STREET;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
'February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Langford,seconded
iby Director Winburn, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar. (See
petition from Carnation Drug Store, 1423 Barber, and Jake's Liquor Store & Sporting
'
Goods, 1421 Barber; approved by the Board of Directors on February 17, 1958).
jThere was again presented the petition from Bob Baker of Baker's Liquor Store
,located at 402 East Ninth Street, for ten minute parking restrictions in front of his
!place
of business, for a distance of forty -four feet, due to all day narking in the
March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
itarea, as presented on February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar for further study.
(Proposed Ordinance to grant limited parking at 402 East Ninth Street was read the
Ill first time and placed on the calendar at that time). Directors Winburn and Blankenship
then verbally reported that they had investigated the matter and that due to other
ibusinesses being located in this block, they felt it discriminatory to allow limited
(parking to this particular business and they disapproved the said petition. Chief Gene
iSmith of the Police Department stated that in his opinion there should be a No- Parking
II zone on one side of this street for the entire block due to the narrowness of the
street. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the peti-
tion of Baker's Liquor Store was denied, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present.
In connection with the above petition, the proposed Ordinance entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR LIMITED PARKING AT 402 EAST NINTH STREET; AND FOR OTHER
which was read the first time on February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by.Director Langford, was tabled, by unanimous
' viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
II There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,737, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE LEVYING ADDITIONAL COURT COSTS IN CASES OF PERSONS CONVICTED OF
PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS AND DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Collections to be paid into special fund to be used in the purchase, maintenance
and operation of equipment designed to test degree of intoxication); which ordinance
had been read the first time on February 17, 1958, placed on the calendar and was now
on second reading. Dean Dauley, City Manager, expressed the opinion that the provision
in Section 4 of this ordinance governing use of these funds should be amended, stating
that it earmarked these funds for establishment and operation of a police laboratory,
and that this could be provided in the Budget, leaving these funds available for salary
for administrative personnel or other expense of the Municipal Court. Upon motion of
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li Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, said ordinance was amended by deleting
the following from Section 4: "It being vitally necessary to the proper administration
'
of justice, it is found and declared that the establishment, operation and maintenance
',1Iof a police laboratory for the scientific examination, investigation and accumulation
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!Iof legal evidence is a necessary administrative expense of the Court "; by the following
roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Said ordinance was then
read the second time as amended. Director Winburn then requested a statement from the
City Manager as to whether the American Medical Association or American Automobile
Association had been contacted as to the proper selection of equipment for this purpose
and if not, they were available to furnish the data on the best type of equipment to be
purchased. Mr. Dauley stated that he and Chief Gene Smith had tested various machines
but had not contacted either of the above mentioned Associations but would do so before
Ia selection was made and bids taken. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
(Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors Ares-
, ent, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last tin
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
�ibeing as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
2;
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(March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE FURNISHING OF FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES OF THE
'
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PROTECTION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE CITY
LIMITS; PROVIDING REGULATIONS UNDER WHICH SAID FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES WILL BE USED;
PROVIDING FOR A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SUCH PROTECTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was on second reading, having been read the first time on
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,February 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Director Mrs. Dixon stated that the
provisions of the ordinance did not specifically set out the policy on the answering
of alarms to churches, schools, hospitals or charitable institutions immediately outsid
the city limits and that for the benefit and policy to be followed by the Chief of the
Little Rock Fire Department, the proposed ordinance should be amended to include this
provision. A discussion was held on the matter by the Board of Directors and Chief
Gann Nalley of the Fire Department, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
(Director Winburn, the proposed ordinance was referred to the City Attorney for proper
amendment before second reading of the proposed ordinance at the next regular meeting
jof the Board of Directors, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present.
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Mayor Knoop then extended the courtesy of the floor to Mr. Knox Banner of the
Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, who in turn introduced Mr. Clyde Byrd,
of the Arkansas Livestock Show Association; Mr. J. V. Satterfield, President
(Manager
of the First National Bank; and Attorneys E. M. Arnold, John Williams and William L.
Terry, in connection with the proposed Urban Renewal Plan for the Livestock Show Area,
as approved by Ordinance No. 10,649 passed on October 14, 1957. Mr..Banner explained
the provisions of a proposed Ordinance presented at this time by the Housing Authority
of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, for the appropriation from the City's General
Fund of an amount of money for the acquisition, clearance and rehabilitation of the
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Livestock Show Area, and made possible by the deposit to this Fund by the Housing
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(Authority, to be appropriated as the City's cash grant -in -aid in connection with said
Housing Authority's Livestock Show Area Urban Renewal Plan. (See Ordinance No. 10,738).
,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,738, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS
AS A CASH GRANT -IN -AID TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
IIN CONNECTION WITH ACQUISITION, CLEARANCE AND URBAN RENEWAL AND REHABILITATION OF THAT
Ii SLUM, BLIGHTED AND DETERIORATING AREA IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK DESCRIBED IN THE URBAN
(RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE LIVESTOCK SHOW AREA, PROJECT ARK R -2; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which.ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
_ ale c.t
1Directors/, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
lunanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
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none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,738 was read and,
I� a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn Mrs. Dixon . Blankenship, Griffin , Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2187, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE FISCAL OFFICERS OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK TO RECEIVE AND HOLD FOR ACCOUNT OF THE ARKANSAS LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION
ANY FUNDS RETURNED BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FROM
THE GRANT -IN -AID FUNDS APPROPRIATED BY THE CITY TO THE AUTHORITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
ARKANSAS LIVESTOCK SHOW AREA URBAN RENEWAL PLAN, PROJECT ARK R -2; AND FOR OTHER PUR-
POSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
ii none; Absent - none.
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The emergency section, being Section 2 of Resolution No. 2187, was read, and
a roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
(Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes-
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a request from the Junior League of Little Rock, for
use of an area located in War Memorial Park between the Golf Course and Zoo, just north
of the Archery Range, for the purpose of constructing and operating a Community Center
of Arts and Sciences. Filed with said request was a communication from W. K. Amo,
Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, recommending that the request be rejected for
the following reasons:
1. The policy of not leasing park area should not be
changed. Despite their merit, even requests for park
use by organizations performing community service must
be denied in order to preserve the public areas.
u 2. The land requested by the Junior League is one of three
' remaining shady picnic groves in the park.
3. The space requested is not quite large enough to do justice
to the facility planned. A larger piece of property should
be acquired in order to provide proper landscaping for the
attractive center and ample parking.
Said communication also stated that the project was a most worthy one and because of
the nature of its program and advantages it would offer to the City, the following
locations were proposed:
1. University of Arkansas, Cammack Campus
2. Little Rock University
3. Five acres in the area between West Markham and West 12th
Street near Hayes;
and recommended that the City offer any assistance possible in helping the Junior Le
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establish this new program. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
(Baldwin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
(present, the recommendation of Mr. Amo was adopted, said request denied,and communica-
tion and request received and filed.
IpI In connection with the above request by the Junior League, Director Griffin
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requested that the Board of Directors, City Manager and Parks and Recreation Commission
(consider the development and use of a portion of Allsopp Park for this project, stating
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March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
that the property was donated by Mr. Fred Allsopp for recreational purposes with the
provision that it be developed by the City for same within a certain time.
There was then presented an application from Andrew Williams, Laborer in the
Street Department, for disability salary of $87.50 per two weeks for a period of 12 '
months and 13 days, effective February 19, 1958 and terminating on March 3, 1959, under
the terms of Ordinance No. 6775; together with supporting papers recommending said
retirement. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said appli-
cation was approved.
There was then presented a Public Employees Honesty Blanket Bond in the amount
not to exceed $10,000.00, effective as of February 1, 1958 until date of cancellation,
which Bond carried the approval of the City Attorney as to form. Upon motion of
Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, said Bond was approved and received and filed
There was then presented a petition from Harry Lanahan for curb cuts of 100
feet at 2800 West 12th Street for U. S. Oil Company, which petition carried the approval
of Captain L. V. Witherspoon of the Traffic Bureau, and John L. Taylor, City Engineer. ,
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, said petition was
granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
The following appointments to various Boards and Commissions were then sub-
mitted for the approval of the Board of Directors:
Animal Shelter Commission:
(Term
With
Mayor)
Reappoint the following
commissioners:
Mrs. Jeanne Weinmann
to serve
to:
(5
yrs.)
exp.
12 -7'63
Frank Holt
to serve
to:
(1
yr.)
exp.
12 -7 -59
P. J. Burke
to serve
to:
(2
yrs.)
exp.
12 -7 -60
Dr. C. T. Mason
to serve
to:
(3
yrs.)
exp.
12 -7 -61
Clarence Thornbrough,Sr. to serve to: (4 yrs.) exp. 12 -7 -62
Building Code Board of Appeals:
Reappoint:
Leland R. Hoff to serve to: 5 -10 -60
:= Harold J. Engstrom to serve to: 5 -10 -61
-= W. S. Allen to serve to: 5 -10 -61
( ::Present terms of Engstrom & Allen expiring 5- 10 -58)
New appointments:
Willard May, Contractor
(to take the place of '
Werner C. Knoop) to serve to: 5 -10 -60
Felix Green, Real Estate
(to take the Dlace of
Paul H. Spikes) to serve to: 5 -10 -60
City Beautiful Commission:
New appointments:
Mrs. Lloyd Watt (to replace
G. W. Blankenship -
resigned) to serve to: 6 -18 -59
Mrs. John Evans,
500 W. 32nd Street to serve to: 6 -18 -60
Censor Board:
New appointments:
Mrs. Mable Bond,
1602 So. Taylor St.
(to replace Mrs. James
Patillo - ap ointed by
Mr. Langford to serve to: Dec. 27, 1958
Electrical Examining Board:
(Term
With
Mayor)
Reappointments:
George K. Morrison
to
serve
to:
12 -31 -60
) Reaffirming
Wm. Shriver
to
serve
to:
12 -31 -60
) appointments
Carl S. Smalley
to
serve
to:
12- 31 -60.)
and also
_
City Elec. Newland
to
serve
to:
12 -31 -60
) establishing
).the expiration
'
Reappointing:
)
of term of
Carl Habig
to
serve
to:
12 -31 -60
) office of the
members.
March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
lilll' Board of Health: (Terms with Mayor)
Reappointments:
Dr. James L. Smith to serve to:
Dr. Hoyt Choate to serve to:
�i Garvin Myhand to serve to:
' ill Josh McHughes to serve to:
it New appointments:
Dr. Gordon P. Oates
(to take the place of Dr.
III R.E. McLochlin,deceased)to serve to:
Dr. L. Gordon Holt(to take
the place of Tom Paisley)to serve to:
Housing Code Committee: (Terms with Mayor)
Citizen Members:
Mrs. A. R. Sparks Reap:
to
serve
to:
Mrs. Sam Harrison Reap:
to
serve
to:
Mrs. C.C.Bumpass Reap:
to
serve
to:
Mrs. Glendine Hill
Greene Reap:
to
serve
to:
Frank Haynes Reap:
to
serve
to:
Spencer Plowman (New App-)-to
serve
to:
Jack Grobmyer Reap:
to
serve
to:
Dan Stowers Reap:
to
serve
to:
Mrs. Emma W. Scroggins
(New App:)
to
serve
to:
Raymond Block (New App:)
to
serve
to:
Public Members:
' Jack Taylor,City Engineer to serve to:
Fire Chief Gann Nalley to serve to:)
Capt. V.C. Throckmorton to serve to:)
b Dr. Mason G. Lawson, )
. Health Officer to serve to:)
James Cairns )
Knox Banner, Housing Auth. to.serve to:)
Paul Chapman,Housing Auth.to serve to:)
George Millar,Housing Auth.to serve to:)
Tom Burleigh,Planning Dir.to serve to:)
Police Chief Gene Smith to serve to:)
Oakland Cemetery Board:
Reappointments
(Present terms
Dudley Adams expire 4- 1 -58to serve to:
B. T. Hoff to serve to:
Clarence A. Roth to serve to:
Board of Plumbing Supervision:
Reappointments: Prese4-23-M t te
Tom Calder expire t serve to:
Franklin S. Woodruff to serve to:
Ralph Keyes to serve to:
Metro. Area Planning Commission:
Reappointments:
Gus Ottenheimer to serve to:
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April 1, 1961
April 1, 1961
April 1, 1961
April 23, 1960
April 23, 1960
April 23, 1960
February 28, 1961
By unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Stationary
Engineers was deleted from the original list of appointments, and said appointments to
the various other Boards and Commissions were approved, and the recommendation of the
Committee on Appointments to abolish the Citizens Committee on Parking Meters was
adopted. The City Attorney was requested to present an ordinance at the March 17,1958
ting of the Board of Directors to repeal the ordinance establishing the Municipal
Parking Authority.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,739, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5767, SAME BEING QUOTED:
"AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN ANNUAL LICENSE TAX FOR DOGS KEPT WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING VACCINATION OF DOGS FOR RABIES; PROVIDING ALL
DOGS MUST HAVE COLLARS; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES ";
(Re: Increasing Annual Tax from $2.00 to $3.00); which ordinance was read the first
time on February 3, 1958 and placed on the calendar for further study between City
Officials and Representatives of the Arkansas Kennel Club, with a report to be made at
the February 17, 1958 meeting of the Board of Directors. Said ordinance was read the
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March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
second time on February 17, 1958, and a verbal protest again presented by Major L. C.
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Harrison, President of the Arkansas Kennel Club, with a request that the Board of
Directors consider a model ordinance sponsored by that organization which had been
approved and passed in other cities of comparable size to Little Rock. He further
'
requested at that time that improvements be made at the present City Pound and surplus
(funds collected from the sale of Dog Licenses be used for this purpose. Director
Griffin inquired if this extra fee would be used for the construction of a new Dog
Pound, and upon assurance from the City Manager that this was contemplated during the
year 1958, recommended that after said construction the Dog License Fee be reduced back
to $2.00 per year. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinancell
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,740, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED SIXTY -TWO
DOLLARS ($$1,762.00) PAYABLE TO ERNEST J. -WARD AS A REFUND OF AN EXCESSIVE BUILDING
,
((PERMIT
FEE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
(Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
(motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,741, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS AND ENTER INTO A DEPOSITORY AGREEMENT WITH A BANK OR BANKS APPROVED BY THE STATE
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BANK COMMISSIONER FOR THE HANDLING OF PUBLIC FUNDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
OF WHATEVER NATURE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
,by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford-
total 7; Noes none; Absent none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,742, entitled:
i
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS
(AND CONTRACT FOR CERTAIN PLASTER REPAIR WORK IN THE GALLERIES AT THE FINE ARTS MUSEUM;
(AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIIIII
March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
1 ;11'lby unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford.
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,743, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR THE LEGAL PUBLICATION OF ANY AND ALL MATTERS OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WHICH BY LAW REQUIRES PUBLICATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburri, Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none, Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,744, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR PAVING OF WEST 13th STREET BETWEEN BROADWAY AND GAINES STREETS;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.
10,745, entitled:
5136 SAME BEING "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING
FOR THE EXAMINATION OF APPLICANTS FOR LICENSES TO OPERATE STEAM BOILERS AND/OR
REFRIGERATION MACHINES; PROVIDING FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF EXAMINERS; FIXING THE LICENSE
FEES FOR SAME; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES," AND AMENDATORY ORDINANCES THERETO NUMBERING
5971 AND 10328; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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March 3, 1958 - Contd.
which ordinance was read the first time. The City Manager explained that the purpose
of this ordinance was to correct the method of collecting fees for the examination and
licensing of Boiler Operators in the City; that the State Boiler Inspection Department '
inspected boilers for the operation of same but did not license the operators, and unde
the existing ordinances the person examining operators for license of boilers received
fees so collected. He recommended the hiring of a man by the City, and the license
fees collected to be paid into the City's General Fund, whereby an accurate record
would be had of the amount collected; and that a proper ordinance be drawn to establish
same. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds o£
the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship,
as said Civil
Defense Director, which was
seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordi-
members of the
Board of Directors present.
nance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
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1958, were then
none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
,
approved and allowed paid,
The City Manager then brought to the attention of the Board of Directors that
the Acting City Clerk, upon
motion of Director
up to February 1, 1958, Pulaski County had contributed the major portion of the salary
paid to the Police Matron in the Women's Detention Center, who also served in the
capacity of Social Worker, but he had been advised by Judge Campbell that Pulaski
County was withdrawing their portion of the salary as of that date. Mr. Dauley then .
recommended that the City retain this Police Matron, at a salary not to exceed $200.00
per month and discussed a proposed ordinance to establish said salary, to be retroactive
to February 1, 1958, as the person so employed had served since that time only on the
portion of salary paid by the City, and it was only fair that she be advised as to her
status. Dr. Lawson then reported that he was working with a committee of which Frank
Holt, Prosecuting Attorney for Pulaski County was a member, and they were to meet with
'
Judge Campbell with the hope that a joint merger might be worked out whereby Little
Rock, North Little Rock and Pulaski County would share in the payment of salary for
this position. The Board of Directors then requested Mr. Dauley, City Manager, to
convey assurance to Mrs. Stannard, the present Police Matron, that her position would
be retained; and consideration of a proposed ordinance to establish her salary was
deferred until after the meeting with Judge Campbell of Pulaski County.
Director Langford then stated that in regard to the appointment of a Civil
Defense Director for the City of Little Rock, the State and Federal Governments would
recognize the City Manager as such, thus making it possible for the City to benefit by
participating in Federal matching funds for certain improvements. Director Langford
then moved, seconded by Director Blankenship, that a resolution be adopted to appoint
Dean Dauley, City Manager,
as said Civil
Defense Director, which was
adopted by unani-
mous viva voce vote of the
members of the
Board of Directors present.
The following bills and payrolls
for the month of February,
1958, were then
,
approved and allowed paid,
on request of
the Acting City Clerk, upon
motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, by the following vote: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
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March 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
I"� 'Aft tel z5
161.04
I 10,145.18
' 1,170.34
� 73,613.20
161.04
9,885.23
73,461.40
BILLS:
Allied - Arkansas Bearing Co
24
82
Ambort & Sons, Leo J.
30
05
American- LaFrance Corp
80
76
Archer Drug Co
8
52
Arkansas Baptist Hospital
18
50
Arkansas Democrat Co
25
71
Arkansas Electric Co
31
52
Arkansas Foundry Co
33
02
Arkansas Foundry Co
188
86
Arkansas Fuel Oil Co (6)
3,828
99
Arkansas Fuel Oil Co
720
34
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
1,509
o9
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Co
306
02
Arkansas Municipal League
3,000
00
Arkansas Power & Light Co (2)
3,977
07
Arkansas Power & Light Co
113
25
Arkansas Sheet Metal & Roofing
5
00
Arkansas State Boiler Insp.
11
50
Arkansas Stat.&Furniture Co
275
00
Armature Service Co
17
26
Armour & Company (2)
131
27
Bale Chevrolet Co
31
33
li
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
774
22
Binswanger & Co (2)
160
26
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders (3)
36
74
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
21
64
Capital Cycle & Equipment Co
27
92
Capital Welding Supply Co
8
65
Capitol Chemical & Supply Co
1
25
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co(3)
242
68
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pacific RR
192
36
Choctaw, Inc
958
38
Community Motors
6
50
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.(5)
221
78
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
50
74
Cook Paint & Varnish Co (2)
82
32
Criss & Shaver
24
21}
Crow Burlingame Co (4)
145
30
Crow - Burlingame Co
44
50
Dailey United Supply Co
74
95
Darragh Company
44
81
Dauley, Dean I.,City Mgr.
100
00
Davis, Jack
40
00
Davis Wrecking & Equipment Co
7
78
Delta Tool & Supply Co
303
50
Democrat Printing & Litho.(5)
170
27
DeSoto Hardware Co
21
84
Dillaha Fruit Co (2)
62
42
Donna Fill Company
12
88
Duncan Parking Meter Corp
675
00
D -X Sunray Oil Co
13
15
Entenmann & Son, Carl
211
00
Enterprise Lumber Co
15
95
Enterprise Lumber Co
21
61
Esso Standard Oil Co
4
23
Eureka Fire Hose Co
1,225
00
Everette's Glass Shop
11
92
Fagan Electric Co (3)
128
43
Fagan Electric Co
24
37
Farrell & Scaaer Blue Print(2)
44
21
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl
11
97
Fischer Lime & Cement Co
4
90
555, Inc
10
08
Fones Bros. Hardware Co (3)
53
97
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
72
72
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper(2)
11
28
Garrison, J. F.
27
96
General Electric Supply Co
326
00
Gilman & Kosten Co
48
85
Globe Office Supply Co
431
05
Goldman & Company (2)
75
20
Graybar Electric Co
112
17
Grueny's Rubber Stamp Works
1
2
Hackman Paint Co
74
24
Highway Hydraulic Jack Service
22
86
Hollis & Co
81
96
Hollis & Co
19
65
Harrison Sales & Serv,Sam (2)
134
54
Hartenstein Elevator Co
22
50
Independent Linen Supply (3)
36
90
Industrial Towel & Unif.Supply
50
34
International Harvester Co
3,719
90
International Harvester Co
74
07
Jansen, W.
750
00
Katterjohn Concrete Products
43
14
Kaufman Lumber Co
11
44
Kimbell - Little Rock Co
21
33
Krebs Bros. Supply Co
64
08
Lawson, Mason G. Dr.
60
14
Lion Oil Co
888
29
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Co
18
00
Little Rock Library Bindery
16
00
'
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,660
32
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
27
07
Little Rock Road Machinery
260
78
Little Rock Sanitary Sewer
44
31
Little Rock Sanitary Sewer
7
23
Little Rock Tent & Awning Co
5
50
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
18
08
Lyons Machinery Co
19
08
Majestic Laundry & Cleaners(2)
18
50
Manufacturers Warehouse (2)
136
92
Maternity Center Assoc'n
2
00
May Supply Co (2)
139
00
McLean - Arkansas Lumber Co
2
06
iiMeyer
Bros. Drug Co
3
00
Meyer's Bakery
25
20
Mill & Mine Supply Co
7
06
Miller Meters, Inc
115
00
Mohawk Tire Co (7)
483
87
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
5
37
Nalley, Gann L., Chief
40
00
National Cylinder Gas Co
28
54
Nelson, N.O. (3)
50
80
New York Life Ins. Co
519
75
Noble, Floyd
931
20
Nolting Radiator Co
44
05
Oak Forest Lumber Co
48
00
Oakland Cemetery Commission
30
00
Oliver, Gene
82
50
O'Quinn, L. E. 'Pat°
36
05
Paragon Printing Co (2)
73
23
Parkin Printing Co (3)
59
49
Pattee Printing Co.,Fred
55
42
Peek, Floyd - Purchasing Agt.
50
00
Peek, Floyd - Purchasing Agt.
100
00
Peek, Floyd - Purchasing Agt.
149
65
Peek, Floyd - Purchasing Agt.
148
81
Pitney- Bowes, Inc
28
02
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark
400
00
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark
30
00
Pulaski County Treasurer
50
00
Ramsey Top Shop
17
00
Rands, Inc (2)
100
46
Rebsamen & East, Inc
1,586
20
Rebsamen & East
202
50
Rebsamen Motors
183
51
Richard's Harley- Davidson Co
55
71
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
26
60
Riggs Tractor Co., J. A.
15
45
Roach Paper Co
3
65
Robertson Wholesale Meat,E.L.
33
45
Runshang Machine Shop,Tony
23
85
Sargent & Company, E. H.
57
00
Sherwin - Williams Co., The
8
36
'
Siesel & Company, M.J.
2
55
Southern Brush Co
12
15
Southern Radio Supply, Inc
99
Southland Building Products(2)
26
34
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,559
61
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Standard Stat. & Supply Co
90
78
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc (2)
46
65
Stover Co., Wm. T. (2)
72
07
Supt. of Documents
3
50
Superior Fence Co
15
00
Swafford Recap.Co,Geo. S. (3)
212
29
Recap.Co.,Geo.S.
60
36
Texas Company, The
1,307
96
IIISwafford
Thibault Milling Co
463
20
Treadway Electric Co (2)
17
18
�I
Tuffibre Company
438
00
Vogel's Inc.
6
00
rch 9. 1958 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co
Welders Supply Co
Western Meat Packers, Inc
Housing Authority of the
City of Little Rock
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark
5% SINKING FUND:
First National Bank
FAIR PARK BOND FUND
First National Bank
5
09
Voss - Hutton - Barbee Co
32
17
40
98
Welders Supply Co
19
83
39
76
Winchester Auto Stores,Inc
35
41
170,000 00
500 00
1,378 44
3,673 75
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:40 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, March 17, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST: n e.
Ac i ity
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APPROVED:
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 17, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy and the
following Directors present: Baldwin,..Blankenship, Griffin and Langford - total 4;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director G. W. Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
Director Winburn was enrolled.
There was again presented the petition from Samson, Inc., by Sam J. Storthz,
President, and David Wayne Courtney, John V. Bracey and Mildred H. Bracey, representing
themselves to be.the owners of all property abutting upon a portion of Arthur Street
proposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate and abandon a portion of Arthur Street
between "H" and "I" Streets; together with communications from the Little Rock Planning
Director and City Engineer approving the proposed closing. Public hearing was held on
said petition on February 17, 1958, and a proposed ordinance to close said street was
read the first time and placed on the calendar with petition for same. The petition
and proposed ordinance were again presented on March 3, 1958, the ordinance read the
second time and both placed on the calendar. Director Langford stated that he had
studied the proposed closure and disapproved because he felt the area needed access
for fire protection, but if it should be approved for closing, it was his opinion that
it would serve a better purpose as a playground area than to revert to property owners,
thus allowing real estate developers to subdivide and annex to the property. Thomas
R. Burleigh, Planning Director, and James Larrison, Chairman of the Little Rock Plannin
Commission, then reiterated their approval of the proposed closing of the narrow right-
of-way as originally platted, thus making it possible to replat the old subdivision for
better development of the area, saving the City the cost of developing and maintaining
this dedicated right -of -way. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Griffin, action on the matter was deferred, and the petition and proposed ordinance
again placed on the calendar, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,746, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,662, SAME BEING "AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING
THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT
OF A LAND USE PLAN, AND RELATED MATTERS; ESTABLISHING SAID PLAN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSE
BY ENCOMPASSING THE TERRITORY BETWEEN THE CITY LIMITS AND THE BOUNDARY OF THE PLANNING
AREA INTO THE LAND USE PLAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING AREA; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on third reading, having been read the first time on February 17,
1958, at which time the recommendation by resolution of the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission approving an amendment to the "Land Use Plan of the Little Rock Planning Area ",
together with Map "B" was adopted. Said ordinance was read the second time on March 3,
1958 and again placed on the calendar. The ordinance was now read the third and last
V,
March 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1. I ,
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (See Resolution of Little Rock Planning
Commission and Map "B" approved on February 17, 1958).
There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
Director, relative to the proposed Urban Renewal Project by the Housing Authority of
Little Rock to be known as the High Street Area, together with a resolution adopted by
the Little Rock Planning Commission approving said Project. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, said resolution was approved and communication
and resolution received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2188).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2188, entitled:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE RESERVATION OF CAPITAL GRANT FUNDS, APPROVING THE l
UNDERTAKING OF SURVEYS AND PLANS FOR AN URBAN RENEWAL AND REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT, AND
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THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ADVANCE OF FUNDS FOR THE HIGH STREET AREA IN
LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; I ,
which resolution was read in full. Mr. Knox Banner, Director of the Housing Authority
of the City of Little Rock, stated that this was the first step in undertaking an Urban
Renewal and Redevelopment Project and that it was necessary that a Resolution be
adopted before an application is presented by the Housing Authority for said project,
and for allocation of funds to finance preparation of surveys and plans to carry out
same. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Winburn, said resolution
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Mrs. Dixon -
total 1.
Director Mrs. Dixon was enrolled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,747, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having previously been read the first
time on February 17, 1958 and the second time on March 3, 1958, and placed on the
calendar. The Aye and No vote then was taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (See Zoning Petitions of J. L.
Angel for reclassification of property at 2709 Center Street; and Gerland P. Patton and
Missouri Pacific Railroad Company, by Rowan M. Butner, for reclassification of property
between East Capitol Avenue and Fourth Street, and between Commerce and Ferry Streets,
approved as recommended by the Little Rock Planning Commission on February 17, 1958).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5 OF THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE
NO. 5420, AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; '
(Re: Doctor's and Professional Offices zoned in "D" and "E" Apartment Districts);
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the proposed ordinance
was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director, stating that under the
existing zoning ordinance, Doctors have established offices in "D" and "E" Apartment
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There were then presented the following zoning petitions:
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(Districts
under the provisions which allow clinics, but that construction of this type
II Monroe Streets, 12th and Van Buren East and 12th and Van Buren Streets West, described
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was inadequate and other professions should also be allowed to operate offices in the
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Cunningham Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residenc
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same district since the characteristics of these uses are similar. Upon motion of
it
II been disapproved by the Little Rock Planning Commission and public hearing held by the
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Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, said proposed ordinance was placed
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266 feet; thence East 160 feet, thence North 266 feet, thence West 160 feet, to the
IIII on the calendar, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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Chairman.
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H. Larrison, Chairman.
There were then presented the following zoning petitions:
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Petition from John F. Adams for reclassification of property at 12th and
II Monroe Streets, 12th and Van Buren East and 12th and Van Buren Streets West, described
reclassification of property at the Southeast corner of Lee Avenue and Hayes Streets,
I� as Lots 4, 5, 6, Block 27; Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 26; and Lots 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, Block 25,
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Cunningham Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residenc
(((District to that of "F" Commercial District property. Said petition had previously
Township 1 North, Range 12 West, in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, more particularl
II been disapproved by the Little Rock Planning Commission and public hearing held by the
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former City Council on May 27, 1957 and was re- referred at that time to the Planning
II Commission. The petition was now returned with the following report: "The Little Rock
266 feet; thence East 160 feet, thence North 266 feet, thence West 160 feet, to the
jll Planning Commission Approves Lots 4, 5, and 6, Block 27; signed by James H. Larrison,
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Chairman.
L Petition from W. H. Rudd, Sr., for reclassification of property on the west
District property. Said petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Plan-
i� side of State Street between West 14th and West 15th Streets, described as the West
III 50 feet of Lots 11 and 12; the West 50 feet of Lot 10; West 50 feet of North 25 feet
of Lot 9 and the South 25 feet of Lot 9; Lots 7 and 8, all in Block 234, Original City
Petition from Commercial National Bank; Trustee for John H. Riggs, by John H.
III of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F"
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II Commercial District property, having changed the original request for reclassification
to "H" Business District property. Said petition carried the following report: "The
between the Town and Country Shopping Center and West 32nd Street; being that part of
Little Rock Planning Commission Approves to "F" Commercial District "; signed by James
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H. Larrison, Chairman.
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Petition from Bailey, Warren and Bullion, Attorneys for A. R. Jenkins, for
reclassification of property at the Southeast corner of Lee Avenue and Hayes Streets,
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being part of Block 16, of Howard Adams Subdivision of the W2 of the NW4 of Section 6,
Township 1 North, Range 12 West, in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, more particularl
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described as follows: Beginning at the Northwest corner of said Block 16; thence South
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266 feet; thence East 160 feet, thence North 266 feet, thence West 160 feet, to the
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point of beginning; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "D" Apartment
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District property. Said petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman.
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Petition from Commercial National Bank; Trustee for John H. Riggs, by John H.
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Haley, Attorney; for reclassification of property on the West side of Hayes Street
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between the Town and Country Shopping Center and West 32nd Street; being that part of
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the SET, NET, Section 13, T -1 -N, R -13 -W, lying east of the east line of College Terrace
IIexcluding
a tract in the NW corner thereof, presently occupied by St. Andrews Presby-
terian Church; (See further description on petition); from the present "B" Residence
IIDistrict
to that of "F" Commercial District property. Said petition carried the fol-
lowing report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H.
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Larrison, Chairman.
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Filed with said petitions was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Plan-
ning Director, with a report on the various tracts proposed for rezoning, as approved
by the Little Rock Planning Commission; which also included approval for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Southeast corner of Ferry Street and East Capitol Avenue,
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March 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 4, Stevenson's Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "F" Commercial District
property. Said property had been included in a petition from Gerland P. Patton and
Missouri Pacific Railroad Company, by Rowan M. Butner, which had been approved by the
Little Rock Planning Commission excluding this portion of property from the original
petition for further study, and granted by the Board of Directors on February 17, 1958.
(See Ordinance No. 10,747, passed March 17, 1958). Upon motion of Director Baldwin,
seconded by Director Griffin, the recommendation and report of the Little Rock Planning
Commission was adopted and said petitions approved, by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See proposed Ordinance).
Mr. John H. Haley, Attorney representing the John A. Riggs Family, petitioners
for reclassification of property on the West side of Hayes Street between the Town and
Country Shopping Center and West 32nd Street, (Tract 5- E),then verbally requested that
this particular tract of property be excluded in the proposed ordinance to rezone all
properties included in the above mentioned petitions; and that a proposed ordinance to
rezone this property be considered separately and passed at this.meeting,.to enable the-
development and.- extension.of this business area immediately.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, with the omission of Tract 5 -E as
requested, being property on the West side of Hayes Street, between the Town and Countr
Shopping Center and West 32nd Street. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Property on the West side of Hayes Street between the Town and Country Shopping Center
and West 32nd Street); which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon questio
by the City Manager, Mr. Burleigh, Planning Director, confirmed that there were no ob-
jections to this proposed rezoning presented at the public hearing before the Planning
Commission; and together with Mr. James Larrison and Mr. Howard Eichenbaum, members of
the Little Rock Planning Commission, stated that there would be plans made for "Off -
Street" Parking along this business area, with provisions for enough right -of -way
remaining to provide for the proposed widening of Hayes Street to four lanes. Director
Blankenship moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that the rules be suspended and the
ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was adopted by the following roll call
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, having received the
necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Board of Directors present to suspend
the rules, said proposed ordinance was then read the second time. Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the
calendar for action at the next regular meeting of the Board.
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There was then presented a petition from Charles E. Ward, Thurmaleen Ward,
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at al., abutting property owners on a portion of West Twenty -Third Street proposed to
be closed, asking the City to vacate and close that portion of Twenty -third Street
between South Taylor and South Filmore Streets, excepting however that part of the
alley which runs north and south through said street. Filed with the petition were
communications from the Planning Director, and City Engineer, approving the proposed
closure, with the City retaining a 20 foot drainage easement; and from Thurmaleen Ward
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I on behalf of the petitioners, stating that any easements required by the City Engineer
and Little Rock Sewer Commission would be provided. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, Monday, April 7, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council
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Chamber, was set as the time and place for public hearing on the petition. (See
(Resolution No. 2189).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2189, entitled:
III A RESOLUTION SETTING THE DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND �l
ABANDON THAT PORTION OF WEST 23RD STREET RUNNING EAST AND WEST BETWEEN SOUTH TAYLOR
HAND SOUTH FILLMORE, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I� which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A DEED OF DEDICATION FROM CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND
PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY AND CENTRAL REALTY CORPORATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
II FOR A PUBLIC ROAD AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Street to be known as Commercial Street and beginning at a point on the north line of
East Roosevelt Road (East Twenty -sixth Street), and the south line of the Chicago, Rock
Island and Pacific Railroad Company's property line, for a distance of approximately
892.7 feet): which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the pro-
posed ordinance were copies of Deeds from the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad
' I!i Company; and Central Realty Corporation, to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to be
executed; and attached Plat. There was also filed a communication from the City
Engineer, recommending the acceptance for dedication and maintenance of this street by
the City. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, the proposed
ordinance was placed on the calendar, with a study to be made by the Planning Commissia.
and report to the Board of Directors before final action taken, by unanimous viva voce
jl vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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i There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,748, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR LIMITED PARKING AT 1421 AND 1423 BARBER STREET;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
February 17, 1958 and the secohd time on March 3, 1958, and placed on the calendar.
The Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
' result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
IlGriffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,
y said ordinance was declared passed. (See Petition of Carnation Drug Store and Jake's
jI Liquor Store and Sporting Goods, approved February 17, 1958).
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March 17, 1958 - Cont1d.
There was then presented a petition from Second,Baptist Church, requesting
permission to place "No Parking" hoods on the two meters directly in front of the
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church auditorium at Eighth and Scott Streets, for the Sunday morning and evening
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services. Chief of Police Gene Smith stated that Parking Meter regulations did not
apply on Sundays or evenings, and should the hoods be placed on these meters at those
times they would not be observed. He further stated that the Police Department at all
times granted churches the privilege to place their own signs for loading and unloading
zones on Sundays and evenings, upon request. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded
by Director Langford, Chief Smith was directed to advise the petitioner by letter that
"No- Parking" signs could be placed at this location during the Sunday morning and
evening services, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
ipresent.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,749, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALI14G ORDINANCE NO. 8032 SAME BEING "AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE
FOR THE PLANNING, DESIGNING, LOCATION, FINANCING, ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FOR, CON-
STRUCTION, EQUIPMENT, USE, MAINTENANCE, AND OPERATION AND FOSTERING OF OFF- STREET
PARKING FACILITIES, CREATING A MUNICIPAL PARKING AUTHORITY, PROVIDING THE TERMS OF
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OFFICE THEREOF, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Abolishing Municipal Parking Authority); which ordinance was read the first
time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were suspended)
and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blanken-
ship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,750, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE FURNISHING OF FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PROTECTION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE CITY
LIMITS; PROVIDING REGULATIONS UNDER WHICH SAID FIRE FIGHTING FACILITIES WILL BE USED;
PROVIDING FOR A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SUCH PROTECTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous pro -
nosed ordinance of similar title, which was read the first time on February 17, 1958
and referred to the City Attorney for amendment. The City Attorney then explained that
the major amendments contained in this ordinance were as follows:
1. The five mile radius was based on Air or Highway miles.
2. The property evaluation was based on the Appraised Property
Evaluation by County Tax records.
3. A Fire Hydrant must be within 500 feet of premises, and water
available.
4. Churches and all tax supported buildings shall be exempt from
fee, and alarms answered at the discretion of the Fire Chief.
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote
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of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and
the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
March 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
I'and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
' being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griff
IlMayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,750 was read and, a
roll call being had, was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO CONTROL CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, AND ERECTION OF TELEVISION
AND RADIO TOWERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR A PERMIT AND A
PERMIT FEE THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I� which proposed ordinance was read the first time. The question of the matter of
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the installation of Television antennas was discussed by members of the Board of
Directors. The City Attorney stated that provisions of the Building Code ordinance
lwould determine the fee to be charged for construction of said towers. Upon motion of
IDirector Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, the proposed ordinance was placed on
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Illithe calendar, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,751, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO REQUEST THE SERVICES OF THE
METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION IN THE PREPARATION OF PLANS AND PLANNING FOR THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with said ordinance was
a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning Director, stating that at a called
meeting of the Little Rock Planning Commission, the members approved the proposed con-
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solidation
of
staffs of the
Little Rock Planning
with Metroplan; and adopted the f
ing motion
so
recommending:
"That the Little Rock Planning Commission ask the Board of
Directors of the City of Little Rock to pass the enabling ordinance
with the least amount of delay possible; and
"That this Commission concur in principle and essence with the
proposed work program and services as outlined in the document which
was distributed; and further
"That the Chairman of the Commission meet with the City Manager
and review this document and present the specific changes or
alterations on the basis of preference and priority;"
and also that they are willing to make any further studies or recommendations which the
Board feel will be helpful. The City Manager then explained that this ordinance does
not appropriate any funds but this appropriation would be made after a work program had
been agreed upon; that this was an agreement for Joint Planning Cooperation only. Mr.
Dauley further stated that the City had formerly appropriated $9,000.00 annually to
Metroplan, and that a proposal had been discussed whereby this amount, combined with
the amount remaining as appropriated in the budget for the Little Rock Planning Commis-
sion for the year 1958, excluding the amount spent to date, plus the salaries and
necessary operational expense for maintaining the office in City Hall with a remaining
staff to handle zoning matters, would be appropriated to Metroplan for the City's share
in participation for 1958; and any major surveys or projects would require additional
costs. Mr.James Larrison and Mr. Howard Eichenbaum, members of the Little Rock Plannin
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March 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
Commission, stated that at the present time, the Planning offices of the individual
cities and towns who contributed to Metroplan were understaffed and that by combining
into a merger of this kind, that long -range Planning Programs could be more efficiently
handled, devoting more time to each.political subdivision, whereas at the present time
too much time was being consumed with zoning problems and petitions. They further
stated that a skeleton staff would be maintained at City Hall, retaining the Zoning
Administrator and Secretary to handle Zoning matters, and that Mr. Burleigh, Planning
Director would be transferred to Metroplan as Chief Planner, and other members of the
department would transfer to Metroplan. The costs for Little Rock's share.would be
pro -rated and appropriated in their budget for these services, and if North Little Rock
and other towns now contributing to Metroplan did not join with this proposed merger,
it would not affect the services to be extended to Little Rock. Upon motion of Directo:
Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the said ordinanc
was read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Director !'
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of '
Directors - elect, upon.motion. motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Winburn, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2190, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND RECEIVE
BIDS FOR LEASE AGREEMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO BE EXECUTED BY THE
MAYOR AND CITY CLERK FOR THE CONCESSIONS AT THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL ZOO AND CURRAN
CONWAY SWIMMING POOL; AND BOYLE PARK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was amended to include Boyle Park, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Blankenship, on request of Mr. W. K. Amo, Superintendent of Parks '
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and Recreation, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present. Said resolution was then read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenshi
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford iii
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2191, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE CITY MANAGER DEAN I. DAULEY DIRECTOR OF CIVIL
DEFENSE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - a
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,752, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO '
A CONTRACT WITH THE NORTHWESTERN TRAFFIC INSTITUTE AND INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
CHIEFS OF POLICE FOR A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY AND PREPARATION OF A REORGANIZATION PLAN
FOR THE CITY TRAFFIC BUREAU; AND APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED FIFT
DOLLARS (1,150.00) FOR SAID COMPREHENSIVE STUDY AND PREPARATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSE
March 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time. The City Manager stated that there was an
urgent need for an entire new system of setting up and maintaining of records in the
Police Department and that it would require a comprehensive study and recommendation
by trained personnel in order that the reorganization could be put into effect by
April 1, 1958, thereby making it possible to release men now being used in the office
and assigning them to outside jobs, and using secretaries in the office positions.
Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and
the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
FOR THE SALARY OF SAID OFFICE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1958; PRESCRIBING THE DUTIES OF SAID
OFFICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
I;I by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
I number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
lDirectors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2192, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND EMPLOYING ANCIL DOUTHIT DIRECTOR OF FINANCE OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
City Manager Dean Dauley then introduced Mr. Ancil Douthit, prospective
appointee for the position to be established of Finance Director.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,753, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE OFFICE OF DIRECTOR OF FINANCE; PROVIDING FOR THE
I ANNUAL SALARY THEREOF AND APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF NINE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($9,000.00)
FOR THE SALARY OF SAID OFFICE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1958; PRESCRIBING THE DUTIES OF SAID
OFFICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
I;I by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
I number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
lDirectors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2192, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING AND EMPLOYING ANCIL DOUTHIT DIRECTOR OF FINANCE OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006, SAME BEING 'SAN
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ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, CREATING A BASIC COMPENSATION PLAN FOR
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VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES," AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Matron in Police Department Detention Center, whose salary prior to February 1,
1958, was partially.paid.by Pulaski..County); which ordinance was read the first time.
Director Mrs. Dixon stated that Mrs. Stannard who had served as Matron in the Detention
Center and was serving at the present time, also served in the capacity of Social Worke
and desired that the position be designated as such. Upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present, Section 1 of said ordinance was amended to read:
"three (3) matrons, one of which shall be a Social Worker ". Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were then suspended and the ordinanc
read the second time as amended; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,755, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE EMPLOYING JOHN P. POWERS, CIVIL ENGINEER, TO PREPARE PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PAVING OF 28TH STREET BETWEEN FILMORE AND HAYES STREETS, TO
SUPERVISE THE CONSTRUCTION ACCORDING TO SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, PROVIDING FOR A
FEE FOR SAID ENGINEERING SERVICES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
tors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,756, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
FOR AND PURCHASE ONE HUNDRED (100) GALLONS OF PAINT FOR USE IN THE CITY HEALTH
LINIC; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
sent, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
irectors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
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1i motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus -
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
I) upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langfor
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total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,757, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE ONE STAINLESS STEEL SINK FOR USE IN THE MILK AND DAIRY DEPARTMENT
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
IImotion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,758, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
�IBIDS FOR AND PURCHASE ONE (1) AERIFIER FOR USE AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK GOLF COURSE, ONE
,',(1) GOLF GREEN M019ER FOR USE AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK GOLF COURSE AND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY
GALLONS OF PAINT FOR USE AT THE CURRAN CONWAY SWIMMING POOL; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
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'the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two- thirds of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordi-
nance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,759, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE A "BUDGET LEDGER CONTROL ACCOUNTING MACHINE" FOR THE CITY OF
('LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
(of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
'the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
March 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7: Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,760, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS ( 600.00) PAYABLE
TO LT. CARL E. JACKSON OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO DEFRAY HIS EXPENSES TO ATTEND A
THREE (3) MONTHS COURSE AT THE SOUTHERN POLICE INSTITUTE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF
LOUISVILLE, LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR SAID APPROPRIATION: AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote 6f the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,761, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS AND SEVENTY-
ONE CENTS (615.71) PAYABLE TO TERMINAL VAN AND STORAGE COMPANY FOR TRANSPORTING THE
HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL EFFECTS OF MR. DEAN DAULEY, CITY MANAGER, FROM GRAND
PRAIRIE, TEXAS, TO LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,762, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND REQUESTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR, AND PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Quarterly Supplies); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented the Annual Financial Report of the City of Little Rock
as prepared in the office of City Clerk and Finance Officer. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, said report was received and filed by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 10:05 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, March 31, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
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Council Chamber,
Little'Rock, Arkansas,
March 31, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy, and
the following Directors present: Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total.l.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Blanken
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a certificate of appointment of Fred W. Parris as a
member of the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, for a term begin-
ning March 10, 1958 and to expire October 7, 1959. (Unexpired term of Purcell Smith,
resigned). Said certificate was signed by the Commissioners of the Housing Authority
as authorized by Act 77 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 1943 to provide filling
of vacancies on Municipal Housing Authority Boards. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Blankenship, said appointment was approved and confirmed by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
March 31, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was again presented the petition from Samson, Inc., by Sam J. Storthz,
President, and David Wayne Courtney, John V. Bracey and Mildred H. Bracey, representing
themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a portion of Arthur Street
proposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate and abandon that portion of Arthur
Street between "H" and "I" Streets, on which public hearing was held on February 17,
1958 and a proposed ordinance to close said street was read the first time and both
placed on the calendar. The petition was again presented on March 3, 1958, the pro-
posed ordinance read the second time and again placed on the calendar. Said petition
and proposed ordinance were again presented on March 17, 1958 and action upon same
deferred and both again placed on the calendar. Directo "? Griffin stated that members
of the Board of Directors had not been able to complete a study of the proposed closure
and moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the petition be placed on the calendar,
which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Director's present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,763, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5 OF THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
ORDINANCE NO. 5420, AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Doctor's and Professional Offices zoned in "D" and "E" Apartment Districts);
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on March 17,
1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Communication from Planning
Director with recommendation of Planning Commission as presented on March 17, 1958
received and filed).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,764, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on March 17,
1958 in connection with the following zoning petitions:
Petition of John F. Adams for reclassification of property at 12th and Monroe
Streets, 12th and Van Buren East and 12th and Van Buren Streets West, from the present
"B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from W. H. Rudd, Sr., for reclassification of property on the west
side of State Street between West 14th and West 15th Streets, from the present "C"
Two - Family District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Bailey, Warren and Bullion, Attorneys for A. R. Jenkins, for
reclassification of property at the Southeast corner of Lee Avenue and Hayes Streets,
from the present "B" Residence District to that of "D" Apartment District property; andli
Former petition of Gerland P. Patton and Missouri Pacific Railroad Company,
by Rowan M. Butner; on which a portion of property requested for rezoning had been
approved on February 17, 1958, excluding the property at the Southeast corner of Ferry
and East Capitol Avenue, for reclassification from the present "D" Apartment District
March 31, 1958 - Cont'd.
to that of "F" Commercial District property for further study, and this portion re-
turned approved by the Little Rock Planning Commission. Said petitions were approved
by the Board of Directors on March 17, 1958 and the ordinance placed on the calendar.
Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,. and by unanimous
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,765, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the first and second
time on March 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar, after petition from the John A. Rigg
Family for reclassification of property on the West side of Hayes Street between the
Town and Country Shopping Center and West 32nd Street, from the present "B" One - Family
District to that of "F" Commercial District property, had been approved by the Board of
Directors. Said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
s - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said
was declared passed.
There was then presented a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh, Planning
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together with a Letter of Intent from Arkansas Power and Light Company,
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relative to dedication of right -of -way on Woodrow and West 8th Streets, said property
being bounded by Woodrow, Lamar, Booker and West 8th Streets. Said communication stated
that an application submitted to the Little Rock Board of Adjustment from Arkansas Power
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Light Company for approval of use of their property for public utility uses and
lstructures as set out in Section 18 -9 of the Little Rock Zoning Ordinance; had been
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(granted conditional approval with requirements for additional right -of -way dedication
that at any time in the future when these streets are opened they will be of standard
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width; and that this Letter of Intent had been submitted by the applicant in lieu of the
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factual dedication and was acceptable to both parties, and requested that this Letter be
(placed in the City's official records for reference and approval by the Board of
(Directors. Arkansas Power and Light Company agreed to dedicate "the South 30 feet and
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East 20 feet of its tract of land for street purposes at the time, and if, such
}dedications are necessary for street purposes by the City of Little Rock for the widen-
ing and improvement of West Eighth Street and Woodrow Street "; also, that they had
worked out to the satisfaction of the City Engineer, his requirements regarding the
'drainage
ditch running through the property. Mr. Paul Griffith, Division Manager of
Arkansas Power and Light Company stated that the fence line would be set -back eight feet
Ilrom
the property line and that the first unit of the sub - station would be constructed
In the Northwest portion of the tract approximately fifty to sixty feet from that line.
Dean Dauley, City Manager, stated that plans would materialize in the next few years
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for the widening of West Eighth Street and that any dedication made at this time should)!)))
not only provide for this but also not interfere with transmission lines, feeder cir-
cuits or any construction made by Arkansas Power and Light Company. After lengthy
discussion of the matter, the Board of Directors requested that the City Engineer and
City Manager meet with Mr. Griffith, representing Arkansas Power and Light Company,
and come to a satisfactory agreement on these problems before any.action was taken by
the Board of Directors.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING A DEED OF DEDICATION FROM CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND
PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY AND CENTRAL REALTY CORPORATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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(Re: Street to be known as Commercial Street and beginning at a point on the north
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line of East Roosevelt Road (East Twenty -sixth Street), and south line of the Chicago,
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Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company's property line);
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
March 17, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of,.Director Mrs. Dixon, sec-
onded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar for
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the third reading on April 21, 1958. (See Petition File 3/31/58 - No further action).
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was then presented the resignation of Mr. John C. Joyner as a Commis-
sioner of Street Improvement District No. 591, together with the Report of the remain-
ing Commissioners of said Improvement District, with a recommendation that Mr. Charles
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D. Davis be appointed as successor to Mr. Joyner as a Commissioner in the District.
Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin, the resignation of Mr.
Joyner was accepted and the Report of Commissioners approved and received and filed,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
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jOrdinance No. 10,766).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,766, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO FILL THE VACANCY ON THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF STREET
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IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 591 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, CAUSED BY THE RESIGNATION OF
MR. JOHN C. JOYNER;
I which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
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Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Upon
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motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the
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(members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds)
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of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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(Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARAGRAPH 1 AND 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10643; CORRECTING
ESTIMATED COST OF IMPROVEMENT IN ANNEX N0. 1 TO WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT N0. 129;
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
March 31, 1958 - Cont'd.
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There were then presented communications from H. L. Fason, of Fason Accounting
Service, and Frank M. Elliott, Regional Manager for National Equity Life Insurance
Company; requesting a 10- minute parking zone in front of their business located at 210
South State Street, for a distance of thirty -five feet. Upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the mem-
bers of the Board of Directors present, said request was granted for temporary restric-
tion until such time as the Traffic Engineer to be employed by the City assumed his
duties and presented recommendations for restricted parking regulations.
There was then presented a communication from Citizens Coach Company, stating
that they had operated with a deficit for January and February, 1958, and unless
remedial measures are taken, a major loss would be assumed by the Company for the re-
mainder of the year 1958; and suggested the following avenues of relief:
1. Relief of payment to the City of the 5% Franchise Tax
and the street repair charge, and a curtailment of the
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service that is not being used.
2. A drastic curtailment of service, including discontinuance
of all Sunday service and night service after 7:00 p.m.
3. Increase in fares.
(Adult Cash - 18¢, Adult Token - 1721� (4 for 70¢); and
Transfer Charge - 3¢).
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director
IIMrs. Dixon. that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading.
The City Manager stated that two smaller Banks in Little Rock had not been included in
the awarding of bids for the Depositary agreement due to a State Law which prohibits
any Bank accepting any one deposit for more than twenty -five percent of their total
deposits; also that the service charge of the smaller Banks would exceed the interest
on investments. He further stated that it was an advantage to the City to have deposits
in one Bank, especially for handling Bond Issues. By unanimous vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
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Filed with said communication was a proposed Ordinance to provide for the increase of
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Pus Fares. Mr. William Nash, Attorney, and Mr. David S. Durbin, Vice President of
Citizens Coach Company, stated that there was urgent need for the matter to be expedited
due to the fact that it would require thirty days after passage of an ordinance for same
to become effective; also that North Little Rock officials delayed action on the same
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(request until after the Board of Directors of Little Rock had taken action of the pro-
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posal, thereby consuming a large portion of the year before relief was obtained. The
City Manager stated that a study was being made by the Director of Finance of accounting
(procedures of the Citizens Coach Company but was not completed, and that he thought two
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gdifferent procedures of accounting should be considered to determine if a fare increase
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was necessary before any action was taken by the Board. The Board of Directors unani-
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Imously directed the communication and proposed ordinance to the City Manager for study
and recommendation; and a meeting was set for Friday, April 4, 1958 at 3 :30 o'clock p.m.
for members of the Board of Directors, City Manager, and officials of Citizens Coach
I�Company
to determine what action would be taken on the matter.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,767, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN DESIGNATED BANKS SHALL SERVE, SUCCESSIVELY,
AS DEPOSITARIES OF ALL MUNICIPAL FUNDS WHICH ARE UNDER THE EXCLUSIVE CONTROL OF THE
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which ordinance was read the first time. Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director
IIMrs. Dixon. that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading.
The City Manager stated that two smaller Banks in Little Rock had not been included in
the awarding of bids for the Depositary agreement due to a State Law which prohibits
any Bank accepting any one deposit for more than twenty -five percent of their total
deposits; also that the service charge of the smaller Banks would exceed the interest
on investments. He further stated that it was an advantage to the City to have deposits
in one Bank, especially for handling Bond Issues. By unanimous vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
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March 31, 1958 - Cont'd.
members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in-number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,767 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blanken-
ship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,768, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CONSOLIDATING THE.OFFICES OF THE CITY CLERK AND CITY TREASURER;
DESIGNATING SAID OFFICE AS CITY CLERK- TREASURER; PROVIDING THAT THE OFFICE SHALL BE
SUBJECT TO AND AFFECTED BY ALL PROVISIONS, RIGHTS AND BENEFITS OF THE CIVIL SERVICE
SYSTEM NOW IN EFFECT; PROVIDING FOR THE SALARY THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. The City Manager stated that under Act 99
the Treasurer could not be consolidated with any other office other than City Clerk,
and that under certain existing ordinances it was necessary that the Title of Treasurer
be designated. Also, that the position of either could or could not be placed under
Civil Service, but that it was his opinion it would be to an advantage for it to be
under Civil Service. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenshi]
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read ,
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO CONTROL CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, AND ERECTION OF TELEVISION
AND RADIO TOWERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR A PERMIT AND A
PERMIT FEE THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had been read the first time on March 17, 1958 and referred to
the City Attorney for amendment relative to permit fees, and maximum height of Televi-
sion antennas. The City Attorney stated that these amendments had not been completed
but would be by the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, no action was taken on the proposed
ordinance at this time and said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,769, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ALLOWING EXTRA PAY FOR WORK IN EXCESS OF FORTY (40) HOURS PER
WHEN IN THE JUDGMENT OF THE CITY MANAGER SUCH WORK IS NECESSARY AND SUFFICIENT
March 31,195B - Cont'd.
FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
also, it would be allowed only where the amount did not exceed the amount budgeted for
salaries for that department. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
(which
ordinance was read the first time. The City'Manager stated that due to excessive
work in the settting up of new accounting procedures, and the preparation of a revised
jbudget
for the remainder of 1958, it would be necessary that some employees work over-
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time until this was accomplished; that at the present time this extra pay was author -
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
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for certain departments but not all, and that he would need authorization for same
also, it would be allowed only where the amount did not exceed the amount budgeted for
salaries for that department. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
;(Directors-
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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ipassed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,770, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
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BIDS FOR A CONTRACT TO BE EXECUTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK FOR THE RESURFACING OF
CERTAIN STREETS AND PARTS OF STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
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Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
(present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
1by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
Viand more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
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ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
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(Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford- total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,771, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE MATERIALS AND LABOR FOR THE REPAIR OF THE TRACK ASSEMBLY ON X-120 -
LORAINE DRAGLINE IN STREET DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
iwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
`Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
(Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
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inumber and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
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lmotion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
March 31, 1958 - Cont'd..
Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,772, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE CERTAIN SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE STREET
DEPARTMENT, FINANCE OFFICE, MUNICIPAL COURT, THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1
passed.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,773, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($2,000.00) PAYABLE
TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FINE ARTS MUSEUM TO APPLY ON THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONER UNIT AT THE FINE ARTS MUSEUM; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of
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the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two-
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented a letter from the Greater Little Rock Ministerial
Association, by Dunbar H. Ogden, Jr., President, as follows:
"1863 Chester Street
Little Rock, Arkansas
March 28, 1958
Hon. Werner Knoop
Little Rock City Hall
Little Rock, Arkansas
Dear Mayor Knoop:
In a called meeting the executive committee of the Greater
Little Rock Ministerial Association considered the crisis
concerning the violation of gambling and liquor laws in our
community which has led to an unwholesome and immoral condition.
We are gravely concerned that the forces of lawlessness be
apprehended before a situation might arise comparable to that
which caused the citizens of Phenix City to live under a lawless
reign of terror.
March 31, 198 - Cont'd.
We deplore the assult upon Little Rock's city manager in open
defiance of law and order.
We wish to commend City Manager Dean I. Dauley and the Board
of Directors for their forthright stand for law enforcement and
their avowed determination to bring violators to justice.
We are urging Mr. Otho Cook, the foreman of the Pulaski County
Grand Jury, and Mr. Frank Holt, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney,
to make a thorough investigation of the conditions which have led to
flagrant violation of the law.
We urge the Board of Directors to see that those who are
responsible for the enforcement of the law use every means at their
disposal to keep order and decency in Little Rock.
We know that you join with us in commending Little Rock's daily
newspapers, the Arkansas Democrat and the Arkansas Gazette, for
bringing to light the conditions which exist, and for their rallying
support for strict enforcement of the law.
We personally pledge our wholehearted cooperation to you as we
work together for creating a more wholesome community.
Very Sincerely Yours,
s/ Dunbar H. Ogden, Jr.
Dunbar H. Ogden, Jr., President
Greater Little Rock Ministerial Assn."
Director Mrs. Dixon then moved, seconded by Director Langford, that this letter be made
part of the record of this meeting, and received and filed, which motion was adopted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. Director
Blankenship and members of the Board then requested that the Mayor or City Manager
forward a formal acknowledment of this letter to the Greater Little Rock Ministerial
Association on behalf of the Board of Directors.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:20 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, April 7, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
April 7, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and E. Jack Murphy, Acting City Clerk and
the following Directors present: Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn,
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the petition from Charles E. Ward, Thurmaleen Ward,
at al., abutting property owners on a portion of West Twenty -third Street proposed to
be closed, asking the City to vacate and close that portion of Twenty -third Street ,
between South Taylor and South Filmore Streets, excepting that part of the alley which
runs north and south through said street. Filed with said petition were communications
from the Planning Director, and City Engineer, approving the proposed closure, with the
City retaining a 20 foot drainage easement; and one from Thurmaleen Ward on behalf of
the petitioners, stating that any easements required by the City Engineer and Little
Rock Sewer Commission would be provided, as presented on March 17, 1958 and a public
hearing was set by Resolution No. 2189 for this time and place. It was stated that
notice had been published on March 22, 1958 and March 29, 1958 notifying all persons
interested to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were
therein. There being no objections presented, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Winburn, said petition was granted, by unanimous viva voce vote of
e members of the Board of Directors present. (See proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING THAT PORTION OF WEST TWENTY -THIRD STREET '
EAST AND WEST BETWEEN SOUTH TAYLOR AND SOUTH FILMORE STREETS;
proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar, by
s viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the petition from Samson, Inc., by Sam J. Storthz,
^esident, and David Wayne Courtney, John V. Bracey and Mildred H. Bracey, representing
iemselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a portion of Arthur Street
^oposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate and abandon that portion of Arthur
greet between "H" and "I" Streets; together with communications from the Planning
irector and City Engineer approving the proposed closing. Public hearing on said
etition was held on February 17, 19581 a proposed ordinance read the first time and
placed on the calendar; and again presented on March 3, 1958, the proposed ordi-
e read the second time and placed on the calendar. On March 17, 1958, the petition
proposed ordinance were presented and action deferred and both again placed on the
calendar; and on March 31, 1958, action on the petition was deferred for further study
members of the Board of Directors. Director Griffin stated that a complete study had
en made and recommended that this portion of Arthur Street as platted be closed. Upon
April 7, 1958 - Cont'd.
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, said petition was granted
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of.Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 10,770.). ' 1�1�1
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,774, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO ABANDON AND VACATE A PORTION OF ARTHUR STREET SITUATED BETWEEN
BLOCK 14 AND BLOCK 15, PLEASANT HILLS ADDITION TO CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND WHICH EXTEND
NORTH FROM "H" STREET TO "I" STREET;
which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the first time on
February 17, 1958, placed on the calendar; and the second time on March 3, 1958 and
again placed on the calendar. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2193, entitled:
for approval by the United States Government for matching Funds; that a public hearing
ld be held later, possibly in July or August on full details of the plan and that the
osed widening of Cantrell Road would be worked out between the Traffic Engineer for
he City and the Arkansas State Highway Commission, with a 75 foot right -of -way on
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A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLAN SUBMITTED BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY
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OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR ACQUISITION, CLEARANCE AND REDEVELOPMENT FOR PUBLIC PARK
AND OTHER PURPOSES OF THAT SLUM AND BLIGHTED AREA IN LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY,
ARKANSAS, KNOWN AS THE WEST ROCK PROJECT AREA; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Area bounded by Cantrell Road and Allsopp Park); which resolution was read in full.
Filed in connection with the resolution was a communication from Thomas R. Burleigh,
Planning Director, stating that at a Special meeting of the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission on March 28, 1958, Mr. Knox Banner, Executive Director of the Housing Authority
of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, appeared before the Planning Commission,for the
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purpose of showing and explaining five alternate plans for the clearance and redevelop-
ment of an urban renewal project called the West Rock Area Project. At that time the
Planning Commission recommended that alternate Plan No. 5 be approved and the Housing
Authority of the City of Little Rock directed to take the necessary steps to put said
plan into effect at the earliest possible time. Mr. Banner then presented to the mem-
ibers of the Board of Directors the five alternate plans, plus a revised Plan No. 6 whic .
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was the combination of Plan 5 and recommendations made by the City Manager with the
approval of Mr. Burleigh. He outlined the benefits which could result from this re-
�development as follows:
for approval by the United States Government for matching Funds; that a public hearing
ld be held later, possibly in July or August on full details of the plan and that the
osed widening of Cantrell Road would be worked out between the Traffic Engineer for
he City and the Arkansas State Highway Commission, with a 75 foot right -of -way on
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1. Eliminate a slum and blighted area with high
city service costs and low tax revenue.
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2. Straighten and widen Cantrell Road.
3. Provide improved commercial land and off- street
parking areas for development by private enterprise.
4. Addition to Allsopp Park.
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5. Provide much needed residential building sites
relatively close to downtown for development by
private enterprise.
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6. Increase tax base of city, county, and school
district by replacing slums with a modern attractive
residential development; thus increasing tax revenues
for that area by nearly 400 %.
Mr. Banner further stated that this was only the first step to get the plan underway
for approval by the United States Government for matching Funds; that a public hearing
ld be held later, possibly in July or August on full details of the plan and that the
osed widening of Cantrell Road would be worked out between the Traffic Engineer for
he City and the Arkansas State Highway Commission, with a 75 foot right -of -way on
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Cantrell Road, and access roads to the business area. He brought to the attention of II
the Board of Directors that in order for the City to receive a bequest in the amount of
$5,000 from the Estate of Mr. Fred W. Allsopp for the purpose of development of Allsopp '
Park, it would be necessary to approve this Plan as proposed in said resolution before
April 10, 1958, as that was the expiration date of an extended time allowed in the pro-
visions of the will of Mr. Allsopp and his heirs; and stated that if the Plan was
approved at this time, negotiations could be made to proceed with the development, with
actual clearance to begin by December, 1958 or January, 1959• Upon motion of Director
Baldwin, seconded by Director Winburn, said resolution was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Communication from Mr. Burleigh
received and filed).
There was again presented the Letter of Intent from the Arkansas Power and Lig
Company relative to dedication of right -of -way on Woodrow and West 8th Streets, which
was presented on March 31, 1958 and referred to the City Manager for a meeting with the
City Engineer and Mr. Paul Griffith, representing the Arkansas Power and Light Company,
to work out a satisfactory agreement on additional dedication as recommended by the
Planning Commission, to provide for the proposed widening of West 8th Street in the
future. The City Manager stated that he had not had an opportunity to meet with Mr.
Griffith, but that Director Griffin had discussed the matter with Mr. Griffith.
Director Griffin then reported that Arkansas Power and Light Company had agreed to leave
a 101 foot right -of -way outside the fence line and that with the 19 foot right -of -way
now belonging to the City, this would made 120 feet overall; and that he had been ad-
vised that another Letter of Intent would be filed with the Board of Directors stating
this agreement. Action on the matter was deferred by the Board of Directors, pending
the filing of the additional Letter of Intent from Arkansas Power and Light Company.
There was again presented the communication from Citizens Coach Company
relative to operating losses sustained by the Company for January and February, 1958,
and suggesting one of the_following as- relief: (1) Payment to the City of the 5 per-
cent Franchise Tax, and Street Repair charge; (2) A drastic curtailment of service; '
or (3) Increase in Fares. Filed at that time was a proposed ordinance for an increase
in Adult fares to 18 cents or four tokens for 70 cents; and a Transfer charge of 3 cents
Said communication and proposed ordinance were referred on March 31, 1958 to the City
Manager and a meeting was set for Friday, April 4, 1958 at 3:30 P.M. for members of the
Board of Directors, City Manager, and officials of Citizens Coach Company to determine
what action should be taken on the matter. Director Winburn then moved, that the pro -
nosed ordinance be placed on first reading, which motion failed to receive a second.
Director Griffin expressed the opinion that the proposed ordinance should be studied
more thoroughly before any action was taken by the Board, to determine the necessity of
a fare increase at this time. Director Langford then moved, that the proposed ordinance
be placed on first reading with only the increase to 18 cents in Adult fares, deleting
he 3 cent charge for Transfers, and that a public hearing be set at the next regular
seting of the Board, at which time the proposed ordinance could be presented for second
eading, which motion was seconded by Director Winburn. Roll call was had on this
otion with the following result: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, and
angford - total 4; Noes - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1; Present and Not Voting -
irectors Griffin and Mayor Knoop - total 2; Absent - none. Whereupon, the proposed
rdinance was placed on first reading.
April 7, 1958 - Cont'd.
j, There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
`II AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
' {LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, REVISING SECTION 12 OF SAID.ORDINANCE NO. 10,045;
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(Citizens Coach Company Franchise Ordinance); which ordinance was read the first time.
`iDirector Winburn moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the proposed ordinance be
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�iplaced on the calendar for the next meeting, which motion was adopted by the following
roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship and Langford - total 4;
Noes none; Present and Not Voting - Directors Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Mayor Knoop -
�Iitotal 3; Absent - none. Director Langford then moved, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon
)that the public hearing on the proposed ordinance be set for Monday, April 14, 1956 at
II7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber, with a notice published thereon, which motion
1`144iwas adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors presen
I� There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
II AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARAGRAPH 1 AND 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10643, CORRECTING
CdESTIMATED COST OF IMPROVEMENT IN ANNEX NO. 1 TO WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 129;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
�11March 31, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, secon
by Director Winburn, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar, by unani-
mous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Final Report of Sewer Improvement District No.
which report, among.other things, stated that the affairs of the district were closed
out in the latter part of 1956 and early 1957, and that no assessments had been made in
the District since 1954; that as in so far as could be determined all expenses of the
District were paid, and the remaining cash on hand was distributed pro rata to the tax-
I'; payers in the District. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.
�l Dixon, said Report was received and filed. (Discharge of Commissioners not requested
Alin Report).
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
IIi AN ORDINANCE TO CONTROL CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION AND ERECTION OF TELEVISION
' IIAND RADIO TOWERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING A PERMIT AND A PERMIT
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FEE THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
))which proposed ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previou
proposed ordinance of similar title which was read the first time on March 17, 1958 and
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II {referred to the City Attorney for amendments pertaining to height of television antenna
(constructed on roofs, and setting of fees as provided in the Building Code. The City
Attorney stated that he had received numerous protests on the provision of heights on
hoofs of Residences and Commercial and Industrial buildings; and that the manufacturer'
j plans and specifications be prepared by a registered professional engineer. The pro -
Iiposed ordinance limited construction.of steel or metal towers on the roofs of commercia
for industrial buildings to fifty feet above the roof line; and on residential buildings
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to twenty -five feet above roof line; and wooden towers not over twenty feet in height
(above the ground. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the
proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar, by unanimous viva voce vote of the member)
I,lof the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,775, entitled:
it AN ORDINANCE CREATING ONE (1) ADDITIONAL POSITION OF SERGEANT IN THE LITTLE
`(ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT, PRESCRIBING THE DUTIES THEREOF, ESTABLISHING THE SALARY THEREFOR
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AMENDING IN PART SECTION 14 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9006 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Gene Smith, Chief of the Little Rock Police
Department, stated that by creating an additional title of Sergeant in the Police
Department, this would release the officer who had been assisting the bailiff in
Municipal Court, for full time duty in the Police Department. -Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the mem-
bers of the Board of Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read
the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.- Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2194, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING JOSEPH C. KEMP, CITY ATTORNEY, AND
GARDNER DEANE, JR., ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY, TO PROSECUTE, SETTLE OR OTHERWISE DISPOSE
OF A CLAIM OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AGAINST THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
ARISING OUT OF AN AUTOMOBILE COLLISSION AT MARKHAM AND CROSS STREETS IN LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, DECEMBER 17,1957; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, said resolution was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR A PROGRAM OF WORK AND SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY
THE METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 19.58;APPROPRIATING
FUNDS PAYABLE TO METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langfor.d, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar, by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
The following Bills and Payrolls for the Month of March, 1958, upon request
of the Acting City Clerk, were then approved and allowed paid, upon motion of Director
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present.
PAYROLLS:
161.04
10,370.19
1,171.87
72,903.05
161.04
10,048.65
1,174.26
73,451.40
BILLS:
Adkins - Phelps Seed Co
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
Applied Research Institute
Arkansas Chemical & Supply
Arkansas Electric Co
Arkansas Fuel Oil Co
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
Arkansas Paper Co
Arkansas Power & Light Co
27 81
103 44
44 05
47 74
37 34
(4) 735 72
1,637 84
68 85
101 97
Airkem Sales & Service
Aloe Scientific Co
Archer Drug Co
Arkansas Democrat (2)
Arkansas Foundry Cc
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Cc
Arkansas Power & Light Co(2)
Arkansas State Boiler Insp.
71 30
17 50
115 88
100 81
50 80
lob 96
271 34
3,985 570
April 7, 1958 - Cont'd.
ry,IBILLS:
- Cont'd.
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Arkansas State Revenue Dept.
5
00
Arkansas Stationery & Furn.
275
00
Arkansas Theatre Supply Cc
49
65
Armour & Company
65
85
Automotive Supply Cc
23
14
Bale Chevrolet Co (2)
133
53
Bale Chevrolet Co
1
33
Berry Dry Goods Co
17
99
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
10
34
Big Rock Stone & Material Co
3,473
81
j,il
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Binz & Son's Iron Works,Herman
25
00
Board of Trustees,Fine Arts
�I
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Service(3)
23
44
Museum
2,000
00
Geneva Buckelew, Mrs.
300
00
Bush- Caldwell Cc
23
42
Calder, Tom
10
00
Capital Cycle Co
51
81
Capital Welding Supply Co
3
03
Capital Welding Supply Co
4
33
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Capitol Off -Set Printing Cc
(3)
211
39
Capitol Off -Set Printing Co
63
09
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Caple Tractor Co.,Gus
12
78
Cash Wholesale Co (3)
7O
59
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pacific R.R.
561
01
Choctaw, Inc
183
65
Clark Distributing Co
53
33
C -M -D Produce Co
24
00
Cook Auto Machine Co,J.B.
(4)
273
33
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
132
57
Cook Paint & Varnish Co
(4)
352
76
Criss & Shaver
30
30
Criss & Shaver
85
56
Crow - Burlingame Co (5)
244
16
Crow- Burlingame Co
164
00
Curtin & Co., W. 0.
143
50
Darley & Company, W. S.
1
77
Darragh Company
15
30
Darragh Company
44
81
Dauley, Dean I.
100
00
Del -D -Cal Mfg. Co
700
00
Democrat Printing & Litho(6)
276
11
De Noble, Henry
48
00
Desoto Hardware Co (3)
168
64
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Desoto Hardware Co
43
79
Difco Laboratories
55
58
Dillaha Fruit Cc
(2)
55
95
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
59
83
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
27
50
Enterprise Lumber Cc
115
56
Everette's Glass Shop
17
63
Fagan Electric Cc (2)
192
78
Farrell & Schaer Blue Print
(2)
70
55
Farrell & Scheer Blue Print
1
26
h Finch Janitor Supply, Carl
(4)
30
39
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
392
89
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Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
2
27
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
12
46
555, Inc
(3)
80
07
555, Inc
30
19
'
Fones Bros. Hardware Co
(4)
84
77
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc
32
07
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co
2
17
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper Co
34
77
li
Freeman, Jay
96
61
Garrison, J. F.
25
38
Gazette Publishing Co
(5)
499
03
General Electric Supply (2)
944
06
Gibson Products Cc
80
Goldman & Company
25
75
Goodrich Store, B. F.
W7
55
41
Graybar Electric Cc
101
22
Drug Store
9
07
Gulley, Tom - Sheriff
192
00
IGrif's
Gunn Distributing Cc
78
61
Guthridge Metal Products,Gene
295
99
4 Hackman Paint & Supply Co
125
31
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam
373
43
Elevator Co
22
50
Hollis & Company
17
38
IHartenstein
I Independent Linen Service
(3)
37
35
Industrial Towel & Unif.Sup.
46
90
i'
International Harvester Co
(2)
3,887
42
International Harvester Cc
25
82
International Paper Co
76
57
Jackson, Lt.Carl E.
600
00
Jones, Richard L.
595
24
Jungkind Company
37
06
Katterjohn Concrete Products
72
89
Kern - Limerick, Inc.
26
50
Keyes, Ralph
10
00
Kimbell - Little Rock (2)
10
66
Lawson, Mason G., Dr.
111
70
Lewis - Diesel Engine Co
19
42
Lion Oil Company
886
29
Little Rock Fish & Oyster Cc
12
00
Little Rock Mattress Cc
8
65
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
3,628
88
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
400
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
18
02
Little Rock Paper Co
22
57
Little Rock Photo Eng.Co
8
30
Little Rock Road Machinery Cc
375
27
Little Rock Towel & Linen Sup.
19
00
Lyons Machinery Co
7
68
Lyons Machinery Co
60
90
McDonald Equipment Cc
26
60
McKesson & Robbins
9
88
Manufacturers Warehouse & Sales(2)
42
37
Marshall Printers, Inc
706
58
Metro. Area Planning Commission
4,500
00
Meyer's Bakery Co
25
20
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Mohawk Tire Cc
Monarch Mill & Lumber Co
(5)
262
10
32
82
Mohawk Tire Co
Moody Supply Cc
92
300
04
74
Motorola Communications & Electr(2)1,154
80
Municipal Finance Officers
Nalley, G. L.
21
00
Ass'n
6
30
it
National Cylinder Gas Co
9
79
Nebraska Sales Book Cc
90
73
New York Life Insurance Co
520
65
Nichols Equipment Co
14
58
Noble, Floyd
780
90
Nolting Radiator Co
12
00
L.E. "Pat"
(2)
13
16
O'Quinn, L. E. "Pat"
210
60
fO'Quinn,
Paragon Printing Cc
(2)
245
76
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co
69
53
l Parkin Printing & Stat.Co
348
55
P.C. Hardware & Mach. Go
16
64
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Peek, Floyd, Purchasing Agt.
124
94
Peek, Floyd, Purchasing Agt.
148
02
Peek, Floyd, Purchasing Agt.
33
93
Peek, Floyd B.
18
00
Pittsburgh -Erie Saw Corp.
4
00
Plumbers Supply Co
8
89
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Postmaster - Little Rock, Ark.
(2)
80
00
Pulaski Glass & Mirror Co (3)
63
46
Ramsey Top Shop
(2)
46
36
Rand's, Inc (2)
31
77
Rebsamen Motors
(2)
567
27
Riegler & Riegler, Drs.
29
00
Richards Harley- Davidson Cc
231
79
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
99
56
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
75
17
Roach Paper Cc
8
55
Robertson Wholesale Meat,E.L.
36
81
Rogers & Co., Fred
2,700
00
Rood, Fred R.
30
38
Roseman Mower Corporation
132
73
Sears,Roebuck & Co
18
01
Southern Bearing Service
10
79
Southland Building Products
20
01
Southland Building Products
23
83
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
1,503
61
Southwestern Bell Tel.Co
17
51
Sparks Agency, D. A.
121
36
Sparks & McClain, Drs.
16
00
State Printing; Co
72
10
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc (2)
45
78
Stover Company, Wm. T.
(2)
313
00
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo.S. (6)
171
85
Swafford Recap.Co.,Geo. S.
201
53
Tennessee Valley Elec.Supply
6
63
Texas Company, The
2,787
30
Texas Company, The
863
68
Thibault Milling Co
236
70
Tolliver's Gulf Station
15
85
Townsend, Dale
(2)
62
25
Treadway Electric Co
17
80
Uniform Building Code Assn
6
25
Vogel's Inc.
6
00
Voss- Hutton - Barbee Co
10
04
Welders Supply Co
5
20
Western Meat Packers, Inc
116
50
Western Union
I�
88
Westinghouse Electric Supply
29
92
Winchester Auto Stores (3)
138
03
Winchester Auto Stores, Inc
19
52
Wiseman, E. E. -
753
46
�I
Women's Ark. State Golf Assn
10
00
Wright Service Co
16
57
Young & Son, R.A.
131
10
April 7, 1958 - Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G. 500 00 Mizell, Scrivner 7 00
Shaw Gas & Plumbing Co 174 50
Director Winburn then stated that he had called a special meeting of the
Planning Commission and Board of Directors for April 10, 1958 at 1:30 o'clock p.m. in
the Council Chamber, for the purpose of outlining preliminary plans on a long range
planning program for the City of Little Rock; and urged all members to attend.
Director Langford also stated that he had called a meeting for Thursday, April
10, 1958 at 4:00 o'clock p.m., with the County Judge, Mayors and other officials in the
County, in regard to a County -wide Civil Defense Program; and urged all Directors to
attend if possible.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors adjourned at 9:30 o'clock p.m. until 7:30 o'clock p.m. on Monday,
April 14, 1958, for a public hearing on the proposed Ordinance of Citizens Coach
Company to increase Bus Fares in the City of Little Rock,Arkansas.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Acti City Clerk. or
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
April 14, 1958 - 7:30 P.M. ,
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in adjourned
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,045 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, REVISING SECTION 12 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,045;
(Re: Increase in Adult Bus Fares by Citizens Coach Company); which proposed ordinance
had been read the first time on April 7, 1958, and a public hearing set thereon for this
date and time. In connection with the said proposed ordinance, there had been presented '
on March 31, 1958, a communication from Citizens Coach Company stating their reason for
requesting either a fare increase, relief of payment of the 5 percent Franchise Tax, or
a drastic curtailment in service, which included figures showing operating losses for
January and,FebPuary, 1958, and an estimated revenue and expense statement for the
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April 14, 1958 - Cont'd.
l! balance of 1958. Said communication, together with the above mentioned ordinance to
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increase Bus Fares in the City of Little Rock, was referred at that time to the City
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Manager for study and recommendation to the members of the Board of Directors. The
�IActing City Clerk now stated that a Notice had been published on April 9, 1958 notif
all persons that a public hearing would be held at this time and place on the proposed
Ordinance to increase Bus Fares in the City of Little Rock, and for anyone interested
to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard
therein. Mr. Fred C. Worden, President of Citizens Coach Company then gave a detailed
verbal report on the operations of the Company, citing losses in revenue up to this
period of time and a gradual decrease of passengers. He stated that it was the desire
of the Company to furnish the City of Little Rock with the best Bus service possible;
Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Griffin, the proposed
Ordinance was tabled by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then requested the City Attorney to prepare a new ordinance to
IIconform with terms as discussed by members of the Board of Directors during the execu-
tive session, said ordinance to be presented at the regular meeting of the Board of
Directors on April 21, 1958; and stated that a Special Meeting would be called after
that time if necessary to expedite passage of the proposed ordinance.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting, the
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Board of Directors adjourned at 8:35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, April 21,
11958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
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Acti City Clerk. \ Mntrnn
that a number of new buses were ready for delivery and several of the older ones were
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Ibeing repaired, but that it would be necessary to increase fares at this time in order
that payment could be made for these improvements, or be granted relief of the 5 per -
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cent Franchise Tax. He further stated that the Franchise Tax paid by their Company in
ILittle Rock was one of the highest in the United States and that recently the Virginia
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Legislature had voted to eliminate payment of a Franchise Tax by their Company entirely
�IUpon question by City Manager Dean Dauley, Mr. Worden stated that the number of passen-
gers had increased'during the first part of April, 1958, but that this was partly due
to the Easter holidays. Verbal protests were then presented by residents in the vicini
ty of West Twelfth and Thirteenth on Jones Street, stating that the Buses were using
this street which was not the regular route, and that due to heavy use on the black -
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topped surface, it was causing fast deterioration. It was also stated that a protest
had been made to officials of the Citizens Coach Company on the matter but no action
had been taken. Mayor Knoop then requested officials of Citizens Coach Company who wer
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in attendance to investigate and remedy the use of other than regular routes as author-
ized. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of
(Directors then recessed to discuss the proposed Ordinance to increase Bus Fares in the
City, after which the Board re- convened with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting
(City Clerk E. Jack Murphy and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
(Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total
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1. There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceedings
(were had:
Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Griffin, the proposed
Ordinance was tabled by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then requested the City Attorney to prepare a new ordinance to
IIconform with terms as discussed by members of the Board of Directors during the execu-
tive session, said ordinance to be presented at the regular meeting of the Board of
Directors on April 21, 1958; and stated that a Special Meeting would be called after
that time if necessary to expedite passage of the proposed ordinance.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting, the
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Board of Directors adjourned at 8:35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, April 21,
11958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED: A
Acti City Clerk. \ Mntrnn
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
April 21, 1958 - 7:30 P.M. I '
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened. with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10045 AS AMENDED; REVISING
FARE STRUCTURES FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
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PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance would increase only Adult Bus Fares from Fifteen Cents to
Seventeen Cents, and retain the provision for Free Transfers; was read the first time.
City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp then explained to the members of the Board of Directors
that Act 8 of 1957, required that a Franchise Ordinance of this nature be on file in
the office of the City Clerk at least seven days in the form of final passage before
it could be legally passed. Director Winburn then moved, seconded by Director Griffin,
that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar, to remain on file in the office
of the City Clerk the required length of time as provided. Mr. Ancil Douthit, Director
of Finance, then presented a detailed statement of operating costs, depreciation, etc.,
of the Citizens Coach Company for One year ending February 28, 1958; and a statement
of estimated revenues and operating costs for periods March 1, 1958 through February
28, 1959, and March 1, 1959 through February 28, 1960, based.on the proposed two -cent
increase in Adult Bus Fares which would become effective on June 1, 1958• Mr. Douthit
'
stated that the Citizens Coach Company would earn a reasonable profit at the proposed
new rate for these periods. A discussion was held on the question of the proposed two -
cent increase to 17 cents for Adult Bus Fares, or a three -cent increase to 18 Cents as
originally proposed by the Citizens Coach Company in a previous ordinance which was
tabled on April 14, 1958. Upon request of Mayor Knoop, a roll call was had on the pro-
posed increase to 17 Cents, an increase in Adult Bus Fares of Two cents over the present
rate, with the following result: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop -
total 3; Noes - Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2; Present and Not Voting -
Director Blankenship - total 1; Absent - Mrs. Dixon - total 1. (Director Winburn
stated that he favored an increase to 18 Cents to provide the public with better service;
and Director Langford stated that he also favored the increase to 18 Cents, with Free
Transfers, or 17 Cents with a Two -cent Transfer Charge). As a substitute to the origi-
nal motion, Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the ordinance
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(be amended to read: Adults - 17 Cents or Six (6) tokens for $1.00, and Transfers .02
Cents "; and that the proposed ordinance as amended be placed on the calendar for a
meeting of the Board of Directors on April 28, 1958, and remain in the office of the
iCity
Clerk for the required seven days in this form. Director Winburn then moved,
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April 21, 1958 - Cont'd.
seconded by Director Griffin, that the original motion to place the proposed ordinance
as previously read be withdrawn, and the first reading of the proposed ordinance be
expunged from the record, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. A roll call was then had on the substitute
motion, with the following result: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship,
dG J Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Mrs. Dixon -
total 1. Whereupon, the proposed ordinance in its amended form was placed on the
calendar.
There was then presented a petition from Frank M. Fulk, the Bracy Corporation,
at al., representing themselves to be the owners of all abutting property and lands
adjacent to portions of Glover Street proposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate,
abandon and close three portions of said street, described as follows:
There was then presented a petition from Philander Smith College, representing
itself to be the owner of all properties abutting on portions of 12th Street between
Izard and Gaines Streets, and the alleys between Izard and Gaines Streets from 11th to
13th Streets, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon the following portions of
said street and alleys, to -wit:
From the east line of Izard Street on 12th running
east to the west line on 12th street to State Street,
and the east line of State Street on 12th running
east to the west line of Gaines Street; and
�l The alley between Izard and State Streets running from
11th to 13th Street, and the alley running between State
III and Gaines Streets running from 11th to 13th Street, all
II in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, Monday, May 19, 1958 at
2
Those portions of Glover Street (originally dedicated as
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4th Street) adjacent to and abutting the west boundary
lines of Block 17, the south 275 feet of Block 18 and
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the north 275 feet of Block 19, all located in Bellevue
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Filed with said petition was a communication from William L. Terry, Attorney for the
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petitioners, stating that the closing of these portions of Glover Street was required
by the Little Rock Planning Commission in the approval of subdivision plans for the new
Sheraton Heights Subdivision proposed by the Bracy Corporation, which plans had been
submitted to the Planning Commission. There was also filed a communication from Julius
IBreckling,
Jr., Zoning Administrator, stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission
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on March 6, 1958 gave preliminary approval to the proposed plat of Sheraton Park Sub-
division, subject to the closing of portions of Glover Street. Said communication
;further
stated that the area could be better developed by abandoning the narrow right-
of-way and replatting this part of the old subdivision. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, public hearing on the petition was set for
Monday, May 19, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber, by unanimous viva voc
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2195).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2195, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON AND
INCLOSE
THREE SEPARATE PORTIONS OF GLOVER STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
l!which
resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
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Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
�IJWinburn,
(Absent
- Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented a petition from Philander Smith College, representing
itself to be the owner of all properties abutting on portions of 12th Street between
Izard and Gaines Streets, and the alleys between Izard and Gaines Streets from 11th to
13th Streets, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon the following portions of
said street and alleys, to -wit:
From the east line of Izard Street on 12th running
east to the west line on 12th street to State Street,
and the east line of State Street on 12th running
east to the west line of Gaines Street; and
�l The alley between Izard and State Streets running from
11th to 13th Street, and the alley running between State
III and Gaines Streets running from 11th to 13th Street, all
II in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, Monday, May 19, 1958 at
2
April 21, 1958 - Cont'd.
7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber was set as the time and place for public hear-
ing on the petition, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Direc
present. (See Resolution No. 2196).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2196, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING THE DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND
ABANDON THE PORTIONS OF WEST 12TH STREET RUNNING EAST AND WEST FROM IZARD TO STATE
STREETS, AND THE INTERSECTING ALLEY IN BLOCK 231 RUNNING NORTH AND SOUTH FROM 11TH TO
12TH STREETS; AND WEST 12TH STREET RUNNING EAST AND WEST BETWEEN STATE AND GAINES
STREETS, AND THE INTERSECTING ALLEYS BETWEEN GAINES AND STATE STREETS, FROM 11TH TO 13TH
STREETS, IN BLOCKS 222 AND 223, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,776, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND ABANDONING THAT PORTION OF WEST TWENTY -THIRD STREET
RUNNING EAST AND WEST BETWEEN SOUTH TAYLOR AND SOUTH FILMORE STREETS;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on April 7,
1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
ctor Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There were then presented the following,Zoning Petitions:
Petition from Lillie B. Neely for reclassification of property located at 1821
Broadway, described as Lot Four and the North Twenty feet of Lot Five, Block Two,
ton's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas; from the present
"C" Two - Family District to that of "D" Apartment District property;
Petition from Dennis D. Cranford for reclassification of property at 1607 Scott
, described as the South Thirty -seven feet of Lot Three, Block Eighteen, Original
ity of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "D"
partment District property;
Petition from E: L. Monkhouse for reclassification of property at 2815 West
14th Street, described as Lot Five, the East One -half of Lot Six, Block 9, Worthen and
own's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence
istrict to that of "D" Apartment District property; and
Petition from Mr. and Mrs. R. C. McMinn and Leon P. Fields, by Bailey, Warren
Bullion, Attorneys, for reclassification of property at 1901 and 1907 North Hayes
Street, described as Lots Seven and Eight, Block Eight, Mountain Park Addition to the
ity of Little Rock, Arkansas.
aid petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
pproves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed in connection with the above
etitions was a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Zoning Administrator, stating
hat the Planning Commission had approved the rezoning of the four tracts contained in
said petitions, and incorporated same in a proposed ordinance to rezone said proper
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April 212 1958 - Cont'd.
Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by. unanimous vi
voce vote "of the members of the Board of Directors present, said petitions were approve
' Island received and filed. (See proposed Ordinance).
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
`HAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Baldwin,
II seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,777, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR A PROGRAM OF WORK AND SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY
THE METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1958; APPROPRIATING
ii FUNDS PAYABLE TO METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on April 7,
1;1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
' NN!'Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
f six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect,
the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
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I�and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
fILangford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon,
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said ordinance was declared passed.
IIV The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,777 was read and
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon -total 1. ,
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,778, entitled:
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
March 31, 1958 and the second time on April 7, 1958, and placed on the calendar. The
Aye and No vote was then had on the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result bek
as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
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AN ORDINANCE TO CONTROL CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION AND ERECTION OF TELEVISION
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AND RADIO TOWERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING A PERMIT AND A PERMIT
IFEE THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on April 7,
1958 and placed on the calendar. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
lDirectors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
IiBoard
of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winbur
the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye an
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No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
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total 6; Noes - none; Absent _ Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordi-
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nance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,779, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARAGRAPH 1 AND 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10643, CORRECTING
(ESTIMATED COST OF IMPROVEMENT IN ANNEX NO. 1 TO WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 129;
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ll•AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
March 31, 1958 and the second time on April 7, 1958, and placed on the calendar. The
Aye and No vote was then had on the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result bek
as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
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Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,780, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING PARKING ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THIRD STREET BETWEEN
BROADWAY AND SCOTT STREETS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF SEVEN (7) A.M. AND NINE (9) A.M., AND
FOUR (4) P.M. AND SIX (6) P.M.; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. It was stated by the City Manager that these
parking restrictions had the recommendation of the Traffic Committee of the Chamber of
Commerce and the approval of the Traffic Division of the City of Little Rock. Upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordi-
nance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Where-
upon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Report from the Fraternal Cemetery Board stating
that Leslie P. White had been appointed on the Fraternal Cemetery Board to fill the
vacancy created by the death of James E. Jones; said appointment being subject to the
approval of the Board of Directors., Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Baldwin, said appointment was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of the mem-
bers of the Board of Directors present, and report received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, for the year ending December 31, 1957. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by..Director Winburn, said Report was received and filed, by unanimous viva voce
vote of the rriemb�rs of the Board of Directors present.
Mayor Knoop then introduced Mr. Everette Tucker of the Little Rock Chamber of
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Commerce, who in turn introduced other members from that organization who were in
attendance; and extended an invitation to all members of the Chamber of Commerce to
attend future meetings of the Board of Directors to familiarize themselves with matters
pending before the Board.
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City Manager Dean Dauley then introduced Mr. Henry M. DeNoble, who assumed the
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position of Traffic Engineer for the City of Little Rock, beginning April 21, 1958.
There was then presented a Claim for Damages from Miss Jo Ann Dalton relative
to an accident involving her 1951 Ford car and a City of, Little Rock Truck No. X -159,
driven by an employee of the Public Works Department, on February 21, 1958 at Seventh
land Bishop Streets. Upon motion of Director Bladwin, seconded by Director Blankenship,
said claim in the amount of 0100 was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of the membersll
of the Board of Directors present, and the City Attorney requested to prepare an ordi-
nance to authorize payment of same.
There was then presented a Claim for Damages in the amount of $217.16, involv-
ing his Buick automobile which was parked in front of his residence at 2907 East Sixth
Street on March 17, 1958, and was struck by a Sanitation Department Truck driven by
Elijah Pitts. Filed with said Claim were three estimates of the damages, and a communi-
April 21, 1958 - Cont'd.
�I cation from Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, stating that the accident report reflected
Ithat the driver of the Sanitation Department vehicle was negligent. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, said Claim was approved for the
amount of the lowest bid of $217.16 by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
,Board of Directors present, and the City Attorney requested to prepare an ordinance to
authorize payment of same.
Mayor Knoop then brought to the attention of the members of the Board of
Directors the necessity for the adoption by May 1, 1958 of a Revised Budget now being
prepared by the City Manager and Finance Office to be presented for approval by the
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Board; and recommended that members of the Board be prepared to take action on same at
the next meeting to be set on April 28, 1958.
Director Winburn, Chairman of the Planning Committee of the Board of Directors,
advised the members of the Board of Directors that preliminary plans for a Twenty -Two
Million Dollar Capital Improvements Program for the City of Little Rock had been pre-
pared by the Little Rock Planning Commission, in collaboration with the Metropolitan
Area Planning Commission, and said plans were ready for approval by the Board of
Directors. He requested that all members if possible meet with his Committee and mem-
bers of the Little Rock Planning Commission to discuss and make a thorough study of
these plans with the view of approving same at their next regular meeting, to enable
the City to obtain matching Federal Funds jointly with the Arkansas State Highway
Department and Bureau of Public Roads. The date of this meeting was then set for Frida
April 25, 1958 at 3:30 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, April 28, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
Act g City Clerk.
iiii'.•i'ii�C�C
APPROVED:
May
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas
April 28, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Acting City Clerk E. Jack Murphy, and
the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford -
total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin,
and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,781, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12 OF CR DINANCE NO. 10045 AS AMENDED; REVISING
FARE STRUCTURES FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Increase in Bus Fares by Citizens Coach Company); which ordinance had been
presented on April 21, 1958 and placed on the calendar to remain in the office of the
City Clerk in the form of final passage for the required seven days under the provision:
of Act 8 of 1958; and public hearing was set on same for this time and place. Also
presented on that date was a Financial Statement from Mr. Ancil Douthit, Director of
Finance, based on a study of Citizens Coach Company operations for One year ending
February 28, 1958; and an estimated statement of revenues and operating costs for
periods March 1, 1958 through February 28, 1959, and March 1, 1959 through February 28,
1960, based on a Two -cent increase in Adult Fares to become effective on June 1, 1958,
which would provide the Citizens Coach Company with a reasonable profit for these
periods. Said ordinance was now read the first time; and it was stated that this was
the date and time for public hearing. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard
therein. Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, then stated that a Franchise Ordinance of this
nature could be passed with one complete reading without the usual three consecutive
readings as required on other ordinances. Director Langford then moved, seconded by
Director Blankenship, that the ordinance be passed as read. Roll call was had and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, with the following
result: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon
it was declared that said Ordinance was passed. (Communication from Citizens Coach
Company and Financial Statements received and filed).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,782, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE EIGHT (8) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING MAY 11 1958, AND ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 1958; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN
PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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April 28, 1958 - Cont'd.
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,782 was read and
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin; Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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- total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs.
Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
- total
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ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
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Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,782 was read and
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin; Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor
Knoop,
and
Langford
- total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs.
Dixon
- total
2.
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,782, City Manager Dean I.
Dauley stated that the salaries as set out in the budget for the remainder of 1958, had
been based on a survey on job classifications made by Mr. Coy Adams, Civil Service
Director, for cities comparable in size. He further stated that within the next few
months an outside professional firm would make a more complete job classification surve
and that salaries to be included in the budget for the year beginning January 1, 1959
would be based on recommendations made as a result of that survey. Mayor Knoop then
stated that he felt that the City Manager and Civil Service Director had done an excel-
lent job in the limited time on preparation of the budget and trusted that all employee
would recognize this fact and that all consideration would be given to salary raises
where they were recommended and there was money available to provide same.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,783, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY
PLAN FOR MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYE.
OF THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS, EMPLOY-
MENT, PROMOTION, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE, HOLIDAYS
AND OTHER LEAVE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
' �IITO EXIST, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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iwhich ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
ii present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
�IDirectors-elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in numbe.
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
I(Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and
llthe ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
"I� declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 11 of Ordinance No. 10,783 was read and,
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' llwas adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin
(Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and
Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2197, entitled:
April 28, 1958 - Cont'd.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING C
OF A TWENTY -TWO MILLION DOLLAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
j ARKANSAS;
1 which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors ad-
journed at 8:25 o'clock p.m, to meet again on Monday, May 5, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
(ATTEST: APPROVED:
Act City Clerk. May
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
May 5, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson presiding in the absence of Mayor W. C. Knoop;
and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Griffin and Langford -
total 4; Absent - Directors Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Winburn.
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, Director
Griffin was elected to serve as Chairman in the absence of Mayor Knoop, by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Winburn, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a petition from a number of persons representing
themselves to be the owners of a majority or more in value of the owners of real prop-
erty in the following described area located in the City of Little Rock, County of
Pulaski, State of Arkansas, to -wit:
VIII Beginning at a point at the Center line of Mississippi Avenue
which point is the Northeast corner of Section 35, Township 2
North, Range 13 West, thence run North along the Center Line
of said Mississippi Avenue to the South line of State Highway
No. 10, thence run in a Northwesterly direction along the south
line of State Highway No..10 to a point where said South line
{I, intersects the North Line of Lot 9, Block 20, Bellevue Addition
may 5, 1958 - Cont'd.
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to the City of Little Rock; thence run West along the North
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line of Lots 9, 8, and 7, Block 20, Bellevue Addition to the
Northwest corner of said Lot 7; thence run South along the
West line of Blocks 20, 19 and 18 and 17 to the Southwest
corner of Block 17, Bellevue Addition to the City of Little
Rock; thence run South along the West line of the NET of
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Section 35, Township 2 North, Range 13 West to a point which
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is 260 feet South of the Southwest corner of the N2 NE4 NE2
Section 35; thence run East to the Center line of Watt Street;
thence run North to the South line of the N2 NE-41 NE1 Section
35, which point is in the center line of Ohio Street; thence
run East along the Center line of Ohio Street to a point which
is 165 feet West of the Center line of Mississippi Avenue;
thence run North 165 feet from and parallel to the center line
of Mississippi Avenue to the North line of the NE-41 of said
Section 35, thence run East to the Point of Beginning;
Part of Riffel & Rhoton's Forest Park Highland Addition,
Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 8, Block 4, Riffel
& Rhoton's Forest Park Highland Addition; thence run East
along the'North line of Lots 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, & 3 to the North-
east corner of Lot 3, Block 4, Riffel & Rhoton's Forest Park
Highland Addition; thence run South along the East line of
Lots 3 and 24, Block 4, Lots 3 and 24, Block 5 and Lot 3,
Block 8 to the Southeast corner of Lot 3, Block 8; thence
run West along the South line of Lots 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,
10 and 11 to the Southwest corner of Lot 11, Block 8.; thence
run North along the West line of Lot 11, Block 8, Lots 16 and
11, Block 5 and Lot 16, Block 4, to the Northwest corner of
Lots 16, Block 4, thence run East along the North line of Lots
f 16, 17 and 18 to the Northeast corner of Lot 18, Block 4, which
point is also the Southwest corner of Lot 8, Block 4; thence
run North along the West line of Lot 8, Block 4 to the point
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of beginning;
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property is contiguous to Sewer Improvement District No. 130 of Little Rock,
Arkansas; asking the City to annex the aforesaid property to Sewer Improvement District
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No. 130, for the purpose of constructing a sanitary sewer collection system to connect
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with the basic sanitary sewer system of said District and the basic sanitary sewer
isystem of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas. Said petition was accompanied by a certi-
ficate from the Beach Abstract and Guaranty Company stating that the signers thereof
(represented
a majority of over one -half in assessed value of the owners of property
'Iwithin said territory. It was stated that said petition was filed on April 7, 1958 and
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that notice had been published on April 8, 1958 and April 15, 1958 notifying all inter-
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ested persons to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon,
all persons so desiring were heard and no objections were filed therein. Upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, said petition was approved by
lunanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, and the
Attorney for the Improvement District requested to file a written approval for the said
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Iimprovements
from the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer Department.by the next regular meeting
�iof
the Board of Directors. (See proposed Ordinance).
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was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING A CERTAIN AREA OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO
SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Baldwin, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
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unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented a petition from Arkansas Baptist Hospital, represent-
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ing itself to be the sole owner of all property abutting upon West 12th Street between
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Marshall and Wolfe Streets; asking the City to abandon that portion of West 12th Street,
and that it be permitted to construct across said street, an enclosed passage way for
the movement and carriage surgical between its
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of patients hospital rooms and a new
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surgical unit which the petitioner proposes to construct north of its hospital building
Ion its property adjacent to the north line of West 12th Street. (See Resolution No.
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12198 setting date for public hearing).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2198, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO RELEASE, VACATE AND
ABANDON A PORTION OF WEST TWELFTH STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR '
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
April 21, 1958 after approval of four zoning petitions as presented by the Little Rock
Planning Commission, and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Baldwin,
seconded by Director Winburn, said proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar ,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN THE NE-41 SEJ, SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH,
RANGE 13 WEST, IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS;
(Approximately Two Acres in vicinity of Asher Avenue and Hayes Street); which proposed
ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the proposed Ordinance was a Plat and
Copy of the Pulaski County Court Order dated March 18, 1958, approving said annexation.
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, said proposed ordinance
was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SUB - SECTIONS 2, 3 & 5 OF SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO.
10,750, SAME BEING, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE FURNISHING OF FIRE FIGHTING '
FACILITIES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PROTECTION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED
OUTSIDE OF THE CITY LIMITS; PROVIDING REGULATIONS UNDER WHICH SAID FIRE FIGHTING
FACILITIES WILL BE USED; PROVIDING FOR A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SUCH PROTECTION; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Baldwin, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a petition from Hackman Paint and Supply Company
requesting a "Loading Zone" area for a distance of fifty feet in front of their build-
ing located at 1219 -1221 West Capitol, with signs to be placed designating same. Action
on said petition was deferred and it automatically remained on the calendar.
There was then presented a petition from Gulf Oil Corporation for curb cuts
of 38 feet on Lot 11, and 68 feet on Lot 12, Block 1, Riffel & Rhoton Highland Park
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, being at Cantrell Road and Georgia '
Street. Said petition carried the approval of the City Engineer, and upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, was granted by unanimous viva voce
I vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. II
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it May 5. 1958 - Cont'd.
1i There was then presented a petition from James W. Perciful for a curb cut of
57 feet at 2315 West Roosevelt Road, for access to a Drive -In on Howard Street. Said
petition carried the approval of the Traffic Engineer and City Engineer, and upon moti
�lof Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, was granted by unanimous viva voce
I
III vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
III AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND
GUTTERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING
INSPECTOR UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE
LOCATION AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY THE
CITY ENGINEER; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY;
PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE VALIDITY OF THIS ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN
IIEMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
lwhich proposed Ordinance was read the first time. Mr. C. V. Barnes, President of the
C. V. Barnes Developers, Inc., verbally protested the regulations provided in the pro -
�!posed ordinance and requested that the Board of Directors not take action on same until
members of the Home Builders Industry have an opportunity to make a thorough study of
the proposed ordinance. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Lang
the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Report of Mt. Holly Cemetery, together
with the Audit Report of the Perpetual Care Trust Fund, for the year ending December 31,
1957. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, said Report was
received and filed.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Robinson Memorial
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11Auditorium for the year ending December 31, 1957• Upon motion of Director Langford,
(seconded by Director Winburn, said Report was received and filed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PAYABLE
II I TO MISS JO ANN DALTON AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HER AUTOMOBILE
ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 21st
DAY OF FEBRUARY, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE THE NECESSA
WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Winburn, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED SEVENTEEN DOLLARS AND
CENTS ($217.16) PAYABLE TO MR. W. S. NOWLIN AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR
j IiDAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 17th DAY OF MARCH, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY CIE
TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director'Winburn, seconded by
Director Baldwin, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva
Nvoce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
V
May 5, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND LABOR FOR THE REPAIR OF THE TRACK SYSTEM ON A
D -6 CATERPILLAR TRACTOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, and upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Baldwin, was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2199, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A TRAFFIC OPERATIONS PLAN FOR THE RIVERFRONT DRIVE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in .full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2200, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING ETHEL SCHMAND FOR HER INVALUABLE SERVICES TO THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK IN HER CAPACITY AS CITY TREASURER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2201, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING CAPTAIN L. V. WITHERSPOON FOR HIS INVALUABLE SERVICES
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Griffin and Langford - total 3.
The following Bills and Payrolls for the month of April, 1958 were then
approved and allowed paid on request of the City Manager, upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present.
PAYROLLS:
161.04
9,963.59
1,176.10
73,418.96
161.04
10,115.63
1,184.15
73,725.42
128.84
8,592.51
948.51
60$44.61
BILLS:
Adkins - Phelps Seed Co
Allied- Arkansas Bearing Co
Archer Drug Co
(2)
Arkansas Democrat Co
(3)
Arkansas Equipment Co
Arkansas Foundry Co
Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp.
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
Arkansas Paper Co
(5)
Arkansas Power & Light Co
Arkansas Stationery & Equipment
Bale Chevrolet Co
(5)
Big Rock Stone & Mat. Cc
. .
Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Service
4
61 80 Airkem Sales & Service (2).
10 42 American Public Works Assoc.
1 71 Arkansas Baptist Hospital(2)
13 72 Arkansas Electric Co
11 68 Arkansas Foundry Co (2)
275 51 Arkansas Fuel Oil Corp. (7)
260 93 Arkansas Globe Chemical Co
1,277 96 Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Co
89 65 Arkansas Power & Light Co(3)
101 97 Arkansas State Revenue (2)
275 00 Armour & Co
121 18 Big Rock Stone & Mat. Co
4,454 86 Black Diamond Paint & Varnish
17 00 Bob & Orin's Rebuilders Serv.
88 27
10 00
20 00
31 20
48 92
994 69
62 19
271 19,
3,856 33
log 08
100 57
104 06
569 77
6 0
- Cont'd.
BILLS: - Cont'd.
Goldman & Company
Golf Tee Company
Grace, E. F.
Hackman Paint & Supply
Hartenstein Elevator Co
Hollis & Company
Independent Linen Service
International Business Machines
International Harvester Co
International Paper Cc
Jungkind Company
Katterjohn Concrete Products
Kimbell - Little Rock Cc
Leonard, Donald S.
Little Rock Fish & Oyster
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
Little Rock Paper Cc
(3)
(2)
(4)
332
36
930
754
111
276
88
332
21
90
15
169
50
367
8
68
62
50
25
29
52
33
77
30
22
73
72
2
(2)3,750
(2) 115
(2)
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
Majestic Laundry Co
Mayhem, W. A.
Meyer - Blanke Cc
Mill & Mine Supply Co
Mohawk Tire Co
Moody Supply Co
Motorola
New York Life Insurance Co
North Little Rock, City of
O'Quinn, L. E. "Pat"
Paragon Printing Co
Pattee Printing Co., Fred
Peek, Floyd B.- Purch.Agt.
Peek, Floyd B.- Purch.Agt.
Phillips, Finos
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark
Progressive Litho.& Prtg Co
Rainwater, Truel
Ramsey Top Shop
Rebsamen Motors
Reed Machine Co., Arthur W.
Riegler & Riegler, Drs.
Robertson Wholesale Meat, E.L
Rood, Dred R.
Runshang Machine Shop, Tony
Sanborn Map Cc
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs.
Southern Equipment Co
Southland Building Products
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
Stover Company. W. T.
Superior Spring & Brake Co
Technical Products Co
Texas Company, The
Thibault Milling Co
Thompson - Hayward Chemical
United Fence Co
Vestal, Inc.
Voss - Hutton - Barbee
Weeks, G. F.
Western Union Co
Winchester Auto Stores,Inc
Wright Service Co
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G.
FUND TRA
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(3)
(2)
City of Little Rock Road Fund
15
92
5
106
6
400
25
3
125
12
100
240
767
492
521
25
13
40
153
146
124
30
274
165
11
362
90
12
29
53
163
71
57
18
1,917
5
33
3,2214}
lib
673
66
5
77
33
24
60
Capital Steel Co
Capital Cycle & Equipm't Co
12
18
U
Capital Welding Supply Cc
47
III
Central Surgical Co
Caple Tractor Co., Gus
(2)
06
Choctaw, Inc
540
Chicago, Rock Is. & Pao. R.R.
75
C -M -D Produce Cc
9
1�Clark
Equipment Cc
Community Motors (2)
15
50
04
Colonial Baking Co
89
24
10
Cook Auto Machine Co., J.B.
(6)
48
29
Cook Paint & Varnish Cc
(3)
06
it
Crow - Burlingame Co
(6)
28
v
Crowell Distributing Cc
100
00,
96
Darragh Company
975
51
08
Delta Tool & Supply Co
354
32
42
DeSoto Hardware Co
26
25
30
D -X Sunray Oil Cc
29
36
02
Entenmann & Son, Carl
336
92
ii
Everett's Glass Shop
95
38
52
Favorite Check Printers
6
80
l
Fire Appliance & Safety Co
24
60
11
Fischer Cement & Roofing Cc
12
05
02
555, Inc
(2)
42
50
Fones Bros. Hardware Cc
77
16
05
Garrison, J. F.
77
35
61
General Electric Supply Co
20
Goldman & Company
Golf Tee Company
Grace, E. F.
Hackman Paint & Supply
Hartenstein Elevator Co
Hollis & Company
Independent Linen Service
International Business Machines
International Harvester Co
International Paper Cc
Jungkind Company
Katterjohn Concrete Products
Kimbell - Little Rock Cc
Leonard, Donald S.
Little Rock Fish & Oyster
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
Little Rock Paper Cc
(3)
(2)
(4)
332
36
930
754
111
276
88
332
21
90
15
169
50
367
8
68
62
50
25
29
52
33
77
30
22
73
72
2
(2)3,750
(2) 115
(2)
Little Rock Towel & Linen Supply
Majestic Laundry Co
Mayhem, W. A.
Meyer - Blanke Cc
Mill & Mine Supply Co
Mohawk Tire Co
Moody Supply Co
Motorola
New York Life Insurance Co
North Little Rock, City of
O'Quinn, L. E. "Pat"
Paragon Printing Co
Pattee Printing Co., Fred
Peek, Floyd B.- Purch.Agt.
Peek, Floyd B.- Purch.Agt.
Phillips, Finos
Postmaster - Little Rock,Ark
Progressive Litho.& Prtg Co
Rainwater, Truel
Ramsey Top Shop
Rebsamen Motors
Reed Machine Co., Arthur W.
Riegler & Riegler, Drs.
Robertson Wholesale Meat, E.L
Rood, Dred R.
Runshang Machine Shop, Tony
Sanborn Map Cc
Shuffield & Nixon, Drs.
Southern Equipment Co
Southland Building Products
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
Stover Company. W. T.
Superior Spring & Brake Co
Technical Products Co
Texas Company, The
Thibault Milling Co
Thompson - Hayward Chemical
United Fence Co
Vestal, Inc.
Voss - Hutton - Barbee
Weeks, G. F.
Western Union Co
Winchester Auto Stores,Inc
Wright Service Co
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND:
Garver, Mark G.
FUND TRA
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(3)
(2)
City of Little Rock Road Fund
15
92
5
106
6
400
25
3
125
12
100
240
767
492
521
25
13
40
153
146
124
30
274
165
11
362
90
12
29
53
163
71
57
18
1,917
5
33
3,2214}
lib
673
66
5
77
33
24
60
Capital Steel Co
186
12
18
Capitol Off -Set Print'g Co(7)
201
47
72
Central Surgical Co
31
07
06
Choctaw, Inc
540
81
75
C -M -D Produce Cc
9
45
82
Community Motors (2)
15
50
04
Cook Auto Machine Co.,J.B.
89
24
10
Criss & Shaver
48
48
29
Crow - Burlingame Co
41
06
53
Curtin & Co., W. H.
606
28
85
Dauley, Dean I.
100
00,
96
Democrat Printing & Litho.(10)
975
51
08
Dixie Equipment Co
354
32
42
Ellis Wrecker Service,Leonard
26
25
30
Esso Standard Oil Co
29
36
02
Fagan Electric Co (9)
336
92
48
Finch Janitor Supply, Carl
95
38
52
Fischer Cement & Roofing Co
6
80
83
Fischer Scientific
24
60
41
Fones Bros. Hardware
12
05
02
Franklin Paint & Wallpaper
14
42
50
Gazette Publishing Cc (3)
77
16
05
Gilman - Kosten & C.H.Briley
77
35
61
Goldman.& Company
20
60
81
Goodrich Store, B. F.
210
41
16
Green Seed Co., L.A. (2)
213
21
30
Harrison Sales & Service,Sam
15
88
50
Herndon, Lea
45
00
67
Illing Bus Line
246
00
80
Industrial Towel & Unif.Supply
43
66
94
International City Magagers Assn
332
50
81
:International Harvester Co
16
98
60
Jaret, Mrs. J.
10
80
86
Katterjohn Concrete Products
31
36
70
Kimbell - Little Rock Co (2)
8
35
25
Lawson, Dr. Mason G.
104
07
00
Lion Oil Company
886
29
00
Little Rock Mun. Water Works
3,690
19
00
Little Rock Mun.Water Works
22
60
78
Little Rock Road Machinery
408
07
30
Lyons Machinery Co
176
53
35
Marshall Printers, Inc
30
28
00
May Supply Co
55
99
14
Meyer's Bakery (2)
196
06
70
Mohawk Tire Cc (5)
199
08
31
Monroe Calculating Co
20
00
35
Moody Supply Cc
48
82
00
Nelson Company, N. 0. (3)
130
18
47
Noble, Floyd
906
60
50
Nowlin, W. S.
217
16
16
O'Quinn, L. E. "Pat"
164
54
73
Parkin Printing & Stat.Co(3)
91
67
89
Peek, Floyd B., Purch.Agt.
149
08
15
Peek, Floyd B., Purch.Agt.
149
98
00
Pfeifer, E. M.
100
00
21
Plumbers Supply Cc
50
42
00
Price's Refrigeration Serv.
10
59
66
Railway Express Agency
19
02
00
Ramsey Top Shop
11
59
59
Rand's, Inc.
114
49
26
Rebsamen Motor Cc
2
56
43
Refrigeration & Elec.Supply
7
82
50
Riggs Tractor Co., J.A.
2
33
40
Roc -Arc Water Co
27
14
54
Royal McBee Corporation
24
84
23
Safeway Stores
33
12
00
St. Vincent's Infirmary
13
80
00
Smith, James L., M.D.
25
00
40
Southern Equipment Co
23
33
06
Southwestern Bell Tel. Co
1,494
72
25
Sparks Agency, D. A.
32
00
96
Stebbins & Roberts, Inc
26
20
75
Superior Forwarding Cc
2
71
89
Swafford Recap., Geo S.
14
94
00
Tennessee Valley Elec.Supply
184
07
97
Texas Company, The
1,001
56
30
Thompson,Christian & Steel,Drs.
30
00
93
Townsend, Dale (2)
56
80
78
United Service
50
00
00
Voss - Hutton - Barbee (4)
70
68
54
Ward, Ernest
1,762
00
16
Western Meat Packers,Inc
26
9�
15
Winchester Auto Stores (2)
126
2
31
Wiseman, E. E. _
138
51
35
Young & Son, R. A.
52
83
500 00
14,988 42
May 5, 1958 - Cont'd.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors adjourned at 9:05 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, May 19, 1958
at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED: /
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Mayo .
Council Chamber,
Little Rock,Arkansas,
May 19, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
Mayor Knoop then introduced Mrs. Alice B. Hartwell, Teacher, and members of
her ninth grade Civics Class of Southwest Junior High School who were in attendance.
This being the first attendance of this class since the organization of the City Manage
Director form of Government from the Mayor- Council Government, Mayor Knoop then intro-
duced the Directors and City Manager Dean I.Dauley.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
Director Winburn was enrolled.
There was again presented the petition from Frank M. Fulk, the Bracy Corpora-
tion, et al., representing themselves to be the owners of abutting property and lands
adjacent to portions of Glover Street proposed to be closed, asking the City to vacate,
abandon and close three portions of said street, described as follows:
Those portions of Glover Street (originally dedicated
as kth Street) adjacent to and abutting the west boundary
lines of Block 17, the south 275 feet of Block 18 and the
north 275 feet of Block 19, all located in Bellevue Addition
to the City.of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Said petition was presented on April 21, 1958, together with communications from
William L. Terry, Attorney for the petitioners, and Julius Breckling, Jr., Zoning
Administrator, stating that approval of the new Sheraton Heights Subdivision for the
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May 19. 1958 - Cont'd.
'Bracy Corporation had been granted by the Little Rock Planning Commission subject to
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the closing of these portions of Glover Street; and public hearing on the petition was
set by Resolution No. 2195 for this date and place. It was stated that notice had been
published on April 26, 1958 and May 3, 1958 notifying all persons interested in the
matter to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were
heard therein. kThere being no objections presented, upon motion of Director Blankenship
seconded by Director Langford, said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of
Tithe members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,784).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,784, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING THREE SEPARATE PORTIONS OF
GLOVER STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
iby Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
'Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in num-
ber and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motto.
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
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question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented the petition from Philander -Smith College, repre-
senting itself to be the owner of all properties abutting on portions of West 12th
Street between Izard and Gaines Streets, and the alleys between Izard and Gaines Street
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from 11th to 13th Streets, being Blocks 222, 223, 231 and 232, Original City of Little
(Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to close, vacate and abandon the following portions of
said street and alleys, to -wit:
From the east line of Izard Street on 12th running
east to the west line on 12th Street to State Street,
' and the east line.of State Street on 12th running east
to the west line of Gaines Street; and
!, The alley between Izard and State Streets running from
11th to 13th Street, and the alley running between State
and Gaines Streets running from 11th to 13th Street, all
in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Said petition was first presented on April 21, 1958 and public hearing set on same by
Resolution No. 2196 for this date and place. Filed with said petition were communica-
iItions from the Arkansas Power and Light Company and J. R. Booker, Attorney for the
petitioner, regarding franchise rights within the limits of the Philander -Smith College
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iDevelopment Project. The Arkansas Power and Light Company protested the closing of the
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'above mentioned streets and alleys unless their franchise rights were protected and
provided for. The Attorney for the petitioner stated that all utility rights and ease-
1 Iments would be provided in the proposed ordinance to close said streets and alleys, as
'requested. Filed also was a communication from Julius Breckling,. Planning Administrate
'stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission had approved the petition for closing
this portion of West 12th Street and alleys as proposed. It was then stated that notic
had been published on April 26, 1958 and May 3, 1958 notifying all persons that public
(hearing would be held at this time and place and anyone interested in the matter to
lappear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein.
May 19, 1958 - Cont'd.
There being no objections filed at this time and it being stated that all provisions
for franchise and utility rights had been complied with as requested by the Arkansas
Power and Light Company, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin,
'
said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,785).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,785, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RELEASING, VACATING, AND ABANDONING ALL RIGHTS OF THE CITY AND
THE PUBLIC GENERALLY IN AND TO THE PORTIONS OF WEST 12TH STREET RUNNING EAST AND WEST
FROM IZARD TO STATE STREETS, AND THE INTERSECTING ALLEY IN BLOCK 231 RUNNING NORTH AND
SOUTH FROM 11TH TO 12TH STREETS; AND WEST 12TH STREET RUNNING EAST AND WEST BETWEEN
STATE AND GAINES STREETS, AND THE INTERSECTING ALLEYS BETWEEN GAINES AND STATE STREETS
FROM 11TH TO 13TH STREETS IN BLOCKS 222 & 223, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
(present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were.suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Mayor Knoop then introduced Mr. Henry M. DeNoble, Traffic Engineer, who pre-
sented a brief diagram and resume of proposed plans for directing the flow of traffic
at the Stifft Station area. He stated that some parking would be eliminated on
Kavanaugh Boulevard, and that new automatic signals and radar controls would be in-
stalled at the intersections on Kavanaugh, Markham and Johnson Streets which would
regulate the flow of traffic at all times, thus eliminating congestion at this busy
intersection.
There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
themselves to be a majority or more in value of the owners of real property in Section
36, Township 2-North, Range 13 West, Pulaski County, Arkansas, which is contiguous to
Street Improvement District No. 614 of Little Rock, Arkansas; asking the City to annex
said territory to Street Improvement District No. 614, for the purpose of-paving, in
such a manner and with such materials, as the Commissioners of said improvement distric
shall deem to be for the best interest of said annex, the following parts of the follow=
ling streets in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
McAdoo Street, from the North line of H Street
to the North line of I Street;
I Street, from the west line of McAdoo Street to the
East line of Shamrock Drive;
Shamrock Drive, from the North line of H Street to the
North line of Block 2 extended of H. F. Buhler's
Twelfth Addition to the City of Little Rock;
Skyway Drive, from the North line of H Street to the
North end of Skyway Drive. '
Attached to said petition was a Certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority in assessed value of the owners
of real property within said territory. There was also filed a communication from
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Harry E. McDermott, Jr., Attorney for the District, stating that this property was
(,located in the area of other improvement districts which were formed for the purpose
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of installing utilities; that bonds had been sold on the other districts and contractors";
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in the process of installing utilities, but that work was being held up in the
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and curb and gutter improvement districts'until after the streets had been
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graded. He requested that the Board of Directors consider the granting of this petitionljh
and also that of a proposed curb and gutter improvement district covering the same
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territory, and suspending the rules on the proposed ordinances for the second and third
readings, providing no objections were presented, and passing the ordinance to create
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the districts on this date. It was then stated that notice had been published on May 3,iI
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1958 and May 10, 1958 notifying all persons that public hearing would be held on said
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at this time and place and those interested to appear and they would be heard.
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all persons so desiring were heard therein. The City Manager then brought
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the attention of the Board that an ordinance was being prepared to establish regula-
tions on construction of streets, curb and gutters in Improvement Districts and Sub-
Divisions, and that any proposed improvements should conform to the specifications in
the proposed new regulations. The three major additional requirements noted would be
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-318 inch steel rods within the curb; the utility lines back -fill, which would prevent
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sinkage; and a designed base for the streets; said additional requirements making an
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increase in cost of X25.00 per lot to meet these specifications. Mr.
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McDermott, Attorney, then stated that he felt these requirements could be met and not
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the amount as set out by State Statute; and assured the members of the Board of
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Directors and City Manager that if the Petitions for the improvements were approved and
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the Districts established, so that the grading of streets could be started and the
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proceed with the installation of utility lines during suitable weather con-
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Iditions, that specifications for the paving, and curbing and guttering could be met
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with the City Engineer after the grading was done. There being no objections presented
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this time, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, said
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petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Direc-
tors present. (See proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ANNEX NO. 1 TO STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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1which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
!!seconded
by Director Baldwin, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
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unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
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themselves to be a majority or more in value of the owners of real property in Section
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Township 2 North, Range 13 West, Pulaski County, Arkansas, which is contiguous to
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Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615 of Little Rock, Arkansas; asking the City
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{to annex said above described territory to Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615,I,I
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the purpose of grading, draining, curbing, and guttering, in such a manner and with
such materials, as Commissioners of said improvement district shall deem to be for the
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interest of said annex, the following parts of the following streets in the City
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of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
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McAdoo Street, from the North line of H Street to the
North line of I Street;
I Street, from the West line of McAdoo Street to the
East line of Shamrock Drive;
Shamrock Drive, from the North line of H Street to the
North line of Block 2 extended of H. F. Buhler's
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Twelfth Addition to the City of Little Rock;
Skyway Drive, from the North line of H Street to the
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end of Skyway Drive.
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May 19, 1958 - Cont'd.
Attached to said petition was a Certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority in assessed value of the owners
of real property within said territory. It was then stated that notice had been pub-
lished on May 3, 1958 and May 10, 1958 notifying all persons that public hearing would
be held on this date and at this time and for anyone interested in the matter to appear
and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. There
being no objections presented at this time, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconds
by Director Blankenship, said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ANNEX NO. I TO CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 615 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; III
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Langford, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,786, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING A CERTAIN AREA OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO
SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 5,
1958 and placed on the calendar, and the Attorney for said Improvement District request-
ed to file an approval from the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System for the improvements.
Filed at this time was a communication from Mr. T. W. Clapham, Manager of the Little
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Rock Sanitary Sewer Department stating that the improvements for this Sewer District
had been approved. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and
No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,787, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN THE NE4 SE4, SECTION 13, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH,
RANGE 13 WEST, IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS;
(Approximately Two Acres in vicinity of Asher Avenue and Hayes Street, excluding the
First National Bank Sub-Station); which ordinance was presented on May 5, 1958, together
with the Pulaski County Court Order with Plat Attached, read the first time and placed
on the calendar. Filed with the Ordinance at this time was a communication from Julius
Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that the staff of the Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission had investigated the proposed annexation and recommended that the
annexation of this territory be accepted. Said ordinance was then read the second
time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect
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upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were suspended
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,'th6 result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;�
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Noes -
none; Absent -
none.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
(Communi-
cation
and County Court
Order
received and filed).
I1, There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,788, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
IIIARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(!which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the first time on
April 21, 1958 after approval of four Zoning Petitions of property embraced in this
ordinance; and read the second time on May 5, 1958and again placed on the calendar.
Said ordinance was now read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
IiBaldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
((Woes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (See
'Zoning Petitions approved on April 21, 1958).
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(Administrator, regarding an application for rezoning of property on the North side of
IliRoosevelt Road between Battery and Wolfe Streets, being Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10,
�1Block 9, McCarthy Addition, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "F"
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Commercial District property. Said communication stated that the Little Rock Planning
Commission on May 8, 1958 had adopted a motion to recommend to the Board of Directors
the disapproval of the above mentioned zoning request which they had re- called by their
J Qliown motion; and that if the Board of Directors. concurred with the recommendation of the
JI Planning Commission, the receiving and filing of this letter was the only action neces-
sary. Upon motion of Director Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the report of
!I 'the Planning Commission was adopted and said communication received and filed by unani-
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lmous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,789, entitled:
jAN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE
I'IINO. 5420 AS AMENDED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Ilwhich ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the ordinance was a communication
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from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that an advertised public
(hearing had been held by the Little Rock Planning Commission, and a motion adopted to
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h�!recommend the passage of this ordinance which would define the various terms in the
Zoning Ordinance more thoroughly,and accurately and define new terms which are needed.
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the
ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
' �Il�Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said
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ilordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE RE- ESTABLISHMENT OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING
COMMISSION UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF ACT 186 OF THE ACTS OF 1957; PRESCRIBING THE POWERS
May 19, 1958 - Cont_1d.
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SAND DUTIES OF SAID COMMISSION; REPEALING CERTAIN OTHER ORDINANCES; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
Ilwhich
proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the proposed ordinance
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was a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., stating that the Little Rock Planning
Commission had adopted a motion on April 30, 1958 for the re- establishment of the Plan-
ning Commission, changing the membership from twelve to ten members, the extra two
having served from the former City Council under the existing ordinance; and
(I(members
,also making other minor changes. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Griffin, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote LI
iof the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a petition from C. V. Hoke for a curb out of 100 feet
at 901 and 905 West Capitol Avenue to permit parking in front of new stores to be con-
structed 25 feet south of the.property line. Said petition carried the disapproval of
the Traffic Engineer and City'Engineer. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Langford, the report of the Traffic and City Engineers was adopted and said
(petition denied.
There was then presented a petition from Phillips Petroleum Company for curb
(cuts of 120 feet at Roosevelt Road and Broadway, which carried the approval of the
Traffic Engineer and City Engineer as indicated on the attached Plat. Upon motion of
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the report of the Traffic and City
(Director
Engineers was adopted and said petition granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
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members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,790, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC ON THE PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
CROCK; PRESCRIBING CERTAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PRE-
SCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF PROVISION OF SAID ORDINANCE; CREATING AN EMERGENCY;
jAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
(('Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance was read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
()number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
Ilmotion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
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total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 33 of Ordinance No. 10,790 was read and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,,
,Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.)
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,790, the petition from
(Hackman Paint and Supply Company requesting "Loading Zone" signs in front of their
Obuilding at 1219 -1221 West Capitol Avenue, which was presented on May 5, 1958 and aetionli
deferred, was referred to the Traffic Engineer. (Ordinance No. 10,790 gives the Traffic
Engineer authority to take action on matters of this nature).
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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May 19, 1958 - Cont'd.
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
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AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND
GUTTERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING
INSPECTOR UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE
LOCATION AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY
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THE CITY ENGINEER; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY;I
PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE VALIDITY OF THIS ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed.ordinance was presented on May 5, 1958, read the first time and placed
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on the calendar. Director Winburn moved, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that Para-
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graph D of the proposed ordinance be amended on second reading by adding the following:il
"Provided, however, where the General Contractor constructs and pours his own drives
or sidewalks provided for herein. there shall be no necessity for a separate permit fee
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for such purposes; provided further, however, the actual pouring for such drives or
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sidewalks shall be done at a time when the Building Inspector is making his regular
inspection of the improvements being erected thereon, thereby both inspec-
permitting
tions at the same time "; which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
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members of the Board of Directors present. Said ordinance was then read the second
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time as amended; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
was again placed on the calendar by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,791, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SUB- SECTIONS 2, 3 & 5 OF SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO.
10,750, SAME BEING, "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE FURNISHING OF FIRE FIGHTING
FACILITIES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PROTECTION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED
OUTSIDE OF THE CITY LIMITS; PROVIDING REGULATIONS UNDER WHICH SAID FIRE FIGHTING
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WILL BE USED; PROVIDING FOR A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SUCH PROTECTION; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 5,
1 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
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(being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
(Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
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follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
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Knoop,•and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
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declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,791 was read, and
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -'Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then'presented Resolution No. 2202, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE PROVISIONS AND CONDITIONS OF MINUTE
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ORDER NO. 2720 OF THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION DATED MAY 7, 1958, PROVIDING
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FOR ILLUMINATION FIXTURES FOR THE RIVERFRONT DRIVE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
May 19, 1958 - Cont'd.
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2203, entitled:
A RESOLUTION SETTING FORTH THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR ITS
STREET PROGRAM FOR THE YEAR 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented the Rate Schedule of the Arkansas - Louisiana Gas
Company as established by the Arkansas Public Service Commission, affecting service in
the Distribution Plant in Killarney Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas..
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, said Rate Schedule
was received and filed by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Municipal Water
Works for the year 1957. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin,
said report was received and filed by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR MANDATORY RETIREMENT FROM ACTIVE EMPLOYMENT UPON
ATTAINING THE AGE OF SIXTY -TWO (62) FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Langford, was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,792, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A PURCHASING PROCEDURE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
Imotion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,792 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,793, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00) PAYABLE
TO MISS JO ANN DALTON AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HER AUTOMOBILE
ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 21st
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DAY OF FEBRUARY, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION FROM THE STREET FUND OF THE CITY; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
iwhich ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous ordi-
nance of similar title which was read the first time on May 5, 1958 and placed on the
calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and-more than two- thirds of
the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third
and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pas
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenshi.
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,794, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED SEVENTEEN DOLLARS AND
CENTS ($217.16) PAYABLE TO MR. W. S. NOWLIN AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR
DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 17th DAY OF MARCH, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR
OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION FROM THE GENERAL
FUND OF THE CITY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted fora previous ordi -.
nance of similar title which was read the first time on May 5, 1958'and placed on the
calendar. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of
the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third
and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs...Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,795, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF BALE CHEVROLET COMPANY ON A PURCHASE OF
A 1958 MODEL CHEVROLET AUTOMOBILE FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE SAID AUTOMOBILE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
ion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - III
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,796, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS FOR AND PURCHASE MATERIALS AND LABOR FOR THE REPAIR OF THE TRACK SYSTEM ON A D -6
CATERPILLAR TRACTOR TO BE USED BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT IN GARBAGE DISPOSAL WORK
AT THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL PLANT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous ordi-
nance of similar title which was presented on May 5, 1958, read the first time and place
on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent _ none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Mayor Knoop, the Board of Directors adjourne
at 10:10 o'clock p.m. to meet again on June 2, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Clerk. May
,Sr; ;
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
June 2, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
Ilcommunity, and that this was the only feasible method for maintaining a safe, convenient
IljanViand uncontaminated movement of patients and personnel between the operating rooms, x -ray
d out - patient clinic and other units in the proposed surgical building and hospital
I�I
Ilbuilding. There were several residents and property owners in the area protesting the
lclosing of this portion of West 12th Street, who stated that they had signed a protest
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(petition at the time a previous petition was filed with the former City Council by the
I�Arkansas Baptist Hospital and now on file in the office of the City Clerk, said petition
I�Ihaving been granted on December 17, 1956 and the Ordinance to close said street vetoed
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by the former Mayor and Veto was sustained. They further stated that the closing of
�ithis portion of West 12th Street would decrease the value of their property and create
additional parking problems for residents and business owners in the area. All persons
so desiring having been heard, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
I
lMrs. Dixon, said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
�jBoard of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,797).
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The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
llminutes
approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was again presented the petition from Arkansas Baptist Hospital, repre-
senting itself to be the sole owner of all property abutting upon West 12th Street
lbetween
l`Street,
Marshall and Wolfe Streets; asking the City to abandon that portion of West 12th
and that it be permitted to construct across said street, an enclosed passage
way for the movement and carriage of surgical patients between its hospital rooms and a
new surgical unit to be constructed north of its present hospital building on
l�lproposed
its property adjacent to the north line of West 12th Street. Filed with said petition
('were
communications from the Arkansas Power and Light Company, requesting reservation
of their franchise rights to that part of West 12th Street, and a later one approving
jthe
form of proposed ordinance to close said street; and a communication from Julius
�lBreckling,
Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission
'l;approved
the proposed closure. Public hearing on said petition had been set by Resolu-
Ition
No. 2198 for this date and time. It was then stated that notice had been published
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on May 9, 1958 and May 16, 1958, notifying all persons interested in the matter to appea
and they would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Mr.
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J. A. Gilbreath, Administrator of the Hospital and members of the Medical Staff spoke on
lbehalf
of the closing of this street, and stated that it was vitally needed in order to
conform to to their expansion program to provide facilities to meet health needs of the
Ilcommunity, and that this was the only feasible method for maintaining a safe, convenient
IljanViand uncontaminated movement of patients and personnel between the operating rooms, x -ray
d out - patient clinic and other units in the proposed surgical building and hospital
I�I
Ilbuilding. There were several residents and property owners in the area protesting the
lclosing of this portion of West 12th Street, who stated that they had signed a protest
;1
(petition at the time a previous petition was filed with the former City Council by the
I�Arkansas Baptist Hospital and now on file in the office of the City Clerk, said petition
I�Ihaving been granted on December 17, 1956 and the Ordinance to close said street vetoed
I
by the former Mayor and Veto was sustained. They further stated that the closing of
�ithis portion of West 12th Street would decrease the value of their property and create
additional parking problems for residents and business owners in the area. All persons
so desiring having been heard, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
I
lMrs. Dixon, said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
�jBoard of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,797).
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June 2, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,797, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RELEASING, VACATING AND ABANDONING WEST TWELFTH STREET IN THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK LYING BETWEEN THE EAST CURB LINE OF WOLFE STREET AND THE WEST CURB
,
LINE OF MARSHALL STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors i
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of II
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Director Griffin, seconded by Director Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,,
I
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,797 was read, and
II
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship,'Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
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Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,798, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION, USE, OCCUPANCY AND MAINTENANCE OF
AN OVERHEAD STRUCTURE ACROSS THE ALLEY INTERSECTING BLOCK 5, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, CONNECTING THE BANKING HOUSE OF WORTHEN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY WITH A PARKING
DECK STRUCTURE TO BE CONSTRUCTED ON LOTS 10, 11 AND 12, BLOCK 5, ORIGINAL CITY OF-
LITTLE ROCK;
which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Harry Meek, Attorney representing the
Worthen Bank and Trust Company, stated that an ordinance granting this construction had
been passed by the former City Council but that present plans would require alterations
in the grade of the alley which had not been provided for in the previous ordinance.
(See Ordinance No. 10,664, passed October 18, 1957). He further stated that these
'
plans had been filed on June 2, 1958 with the City Engineer and were approved by him,
and that the alterations in the alley grade would be effected under the supervision of
the City Engineer. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
i
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
(members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third
land last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
(Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn
-
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section LE of Ordinance No. 10,798 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Ili
(Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
IIlDirector Winburn - total 1.
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June 2, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR STREETS, STORM SEWERS, AND OTHER
IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE AREA OF JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, INCLUDING
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, COVERING DESIGN, APPROVALS, MATERIALS, CONSTRUCTION METHODS,
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, AND MAINTENANCE OF STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. The City Manager stated that the
proposed ordinance had been under consideration by several Engineers and Home Builders
in the City, and that meetings had been held prior to this presentation of the proposed
ordinance and certain amendments had been incorporated in the proposed ordinance as
suggested in these meetings; also, that another meeting would be held before the second
reading of the proposed ordinance on June 16, 1958. Mr. C. V. Barnes, representing
members of the Home Builders and Developers, and Mr. Paul Leird who were in attendance,
then requested that no further action on this proposed ordinance be taken until such
time as a proposed ordinance on Sub - Division Rules and Regulations was present, and tha
both proposed ordinances be considered in their final form at the same time; stating
that this group was concerned in the matter of whether the proposed ordinance governing
Sub - divisions would include the streets within a 5 -mile radius of the City, and other
matters affecting provisions of both ordinances. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Griffin, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. A meeting
I
was to be set prior to the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors for persons
interested to study the proposed ordinance.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY SITUATED IN
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Property owi}ed by Little Rock Municipal Water Works - "K "Street- Mississippi to
McAdoo Lane)
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the proposed ordinance was a
Resolution adopted on the 16th day of May, 1958 by the Board of Commissioners of the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works, stating that the City of Little Rock had acquired
this strip of land fifty feet in width by Warranty Deed dated March 31, 1936, and that
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said land has been used by the City solely for the construction, maintenance and opera-
tion of water transmission lines, with appurtenances thereto. It further stated that
said land is not suitable for any other use by the City; and that conveyance of the fee
of said strip, reserving an easement to the City with appropriate protective clauses,
would be to the best interest of the City and the Little Rock Municipal Water Works,
land
recommended sale of same be approved by the Board of Directors. (Warranty Deed
conveying said property to International Paper Company for the sum of $2,250.00 also
(filed
herewith). Mr. William Putnam of Putnam Realty Company, representing the Inter--
national Paper Company, prospective purchasers of the property, stated that FHA require -
rhents had to be complied with in Sub- divisions on streets adjacent to schools; that the
I
iLittle
Rook School Board was ready to proceed with their improvement in the area and
that if the Board of Directors would expedite the passage of this ordinance, it would
enable him to make his improvements at the same time as the School Board started their
construction. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Langford, the pro-
f
posed ordinance was placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting of the Board,
Iby
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unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
June 2, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,799, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE RE- ESTABLISHMENT OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING
COMMISSION UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF ACT 186 OF THE ACTS OF 1957; PRESCRIBING THE POWERS
AND DUTIES OF SAID COMMISSION; REPEALING CERTAIN OTHER ORDINANCES; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 19,
1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,800, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,788; TO.CORRECT THE
.PROPERTY DESCRIPTION OF TRACT 7 -A THEREIN; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE
LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at the Northeast corner of Hayes and "R" Streets; See Zoning Petition
of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. McMinn and Leon P. Fields, granted on April 21, 1958);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
i
by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
i
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford.- total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed. (Communication from Planning Administrator with explanation received and
filed).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,801, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ANNEX NO. 1 TO STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 614
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 19,
1958 and placed on the calendar. Mr. Harry McDermott, Jr., Attorney representing the
petitioners for said Improvement District, then stated that he had been authorized by
the Commissioners for the District to state that the proposed new specifications to be
required by the City on Improvement Districts as outlined on May 19, 1958 by the City
Manager, could be met without increasing the cost of the improvements above the amount
as set by. State Statute, and would be included in the plans and specifications to be
filed with the City Engineer on Annex No. 1 to Street Improvement District No. 614 and
Annex No. 1 to Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615 covering the same territory.
Upon motion of Director Mrs.'Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
7.
June 2, 1958 - Cont'd.
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
pDixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
(See Petition approved May 19, 1958)
1 There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,802, entitled:
�I11, AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING ANNEX NO.1 TO CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 615 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 19,
i
1958 and placed on the calendar. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
I� Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
ill
11Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
II j Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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' II There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,803, entitled:
I
j' AN ORDINANCE REGULATING FEES TO.BE CHARGED FOR REPLACEMENT OF GRAVEL AND
Ilia PAVEMENT ON STREETS OR ALLEYS CAUSED BY EXCAVATING; PROVIDING FOR PERMIT AND PERMIT
j�FEE THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR SURETY BOND; REPEALING ORDINANCES N0. 4013, 864o, AND 9228
III IN THEIR ENTIRETY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Corporation Cuts); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of
I Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
Ijread the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors-elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
Ill follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
I
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, sa .
ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,804, entitled:
i
(III AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR MANDATORY RETIREMENT FROM ACTIVE EMPLOYMENT 'UPON
�IIATTAINING THE AGE OF SIXTY -TWO (62) FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
I1' OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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I� which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on May 19,
1958 and placed on the calendar. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
jI Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
('Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs.
!Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
lAye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
afollows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
�I
i!ILangford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon,
i
Q said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented the Quarterly Report for the Robinson Memorial
NAuditorium for the period ending March 31, 1958• Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
June 2, 1958 - Contd. lly
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seconded by Director Baldwin, said report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce
ilk vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then ,
presented Resolution No. 2204 entitled:
I, A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
q which resolution was read in full and, upon motion:.of Director Langford, seconded by
it
' Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
`II none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2205, entitled:
.,.�j A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT, TO BE EXECUTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK,
ON BIDS FOR HEATER PLANING MAIN STREET FROM THE SOUTH END OF THE MAIN STREET BRIDGE
THROUGH THE INTERSECTION OF NINTH STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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T which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
iS
C Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes-
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,805, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND LABOR TO
J; REPAIR A D -6 CATERPILLAR TRACTOR FOR USE BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT IN GARBAGE DIS-
�I
�j POSAL WORK AT THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL PLANT; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND SEVEN
HUNDRED SIXTEEN DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($21716.00); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
�. by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
Tjpresent, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No votl 1 e taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,806, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTY -SEVEN
I�
DOLLARS AND FIFTY -NINE CENTS ($1,137.59) PAYABLE TO JOHN P. POWERS, CIVIL ENGINEER FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the
'I
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
i�
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
I' unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
I' of Director,Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
�I
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
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June 2, 1958 - Cont'd.
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!!none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
ill
passed.
jelli� There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED SIXTEEN DOLLARS AND SIXTY -
FOUR CENTS (116.64) PAYABLE TO MR. HOWARD HERRING AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT
IfIFOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE
10ITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 15TH DAY OF MAY, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND
Ii II DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND
stated that an amount of $1,150 previously appropriated for a like survey for the
Traffic Department by Northwestern University would not be used, that this would be
done by Assistant City Manager Ancil Douthit and Traffice Engineer Henry De Noble; and
that this amount plus a saving in the purchase of new Police cars as appropriated in
the budget, could be applied to making the survey for the Police Department. He
recommended the approval of a sum not to exceed $3,000 for said services. Upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, an amount of $3,000 was approved for
the survey of the Police Department.
There was then presented the proposed Plans and Specifications for the paving
of 28th Street, from Fillmore to Hayes Streets, as prepared by John P. Powers, Civil
Engineer. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, said
Plans and Specifications were approved, and June 13, 1958 at 2:00 o'clock,p.m. was set
as the date and time for the opening of bids, by unanimous viva voce vote of the member
of the Board of Directors present.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors adjourned at 10:40 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, June 16,
1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST :
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the proposed
ordinance was a communication from the City Attorney, stating that the accident report
that the driver of the Sanitation Department Truck was negligent; and that of
(reflected
three estimates made on the damage to Mr. Herring's automobile, the lowest was submitte
4y the Lee Vaughn Buick Company in the amount of 0116.64. Upon motion of Director
iLangford, seconded by Director Griffin, the proposed ordinance was placed on the
calendar and the City Attorney requested to inquire if Mr. Herring had insurance
4; coverage on his automobile and if so, in what amount.
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� City Manager Dean Dauley then stated that a survey of the Police Department
iII operations was badly needed for a complete reorganization of the Department; and
�
recommended the services of Mr. Don Leonard, a specialist in this field from Michigan
who had performed this service for the Cities of San Francisco, San Antonio and other
(large Cities and that Mr. Leonard would be available during June, and had agreed on a
Yrecent visit in Little Rock for this purpose to make said survey. Mr. Dauley further
stated that an amount of $1,150 previously appropriated for a like survey for the
Traffic Department by Northwestern University would not be used, that this would be
done by Assistant City Manager Ancil Douthit and Traffice Engineer Henry De Noble; and
that this amount plus a saving in the purchase of new Police cars as appropriated in
the budget, could be applied to making the survey for the Police Department. He
recommended the approval of a sum not to exceed $3,000 for said services. Upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, an amount of $3,000 was approved for
the survey of the Police Department.
There was then presented the proposed Plans and Specifications for the paving
of 28th Street, from Fillmore to Hayes Streets, as prepared by John P. Powers, Civil
Engineer. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, said
Plans and Specifications were approved, and June 13, 1958 at 2:00 o'clock,p.m. was set
as the date and time for the opening of bids, by unanimous viva voce vote of the member
of the Board of Directors present.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors adjourned at 10:40 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, June 16,
1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST :
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
June 16, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk presiding in the absence of Mayor W. C.
Knoop, and the following Directors present: Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and
Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, Director
Griffin was elected to serve as Chairman in the absence of Mayor W. C. Knoop, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn,
it by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
III There was then presented a petition from a number of residents representing
Ilthemselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the real property
affected, asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of grading,
draining, curbing, guttering and paving with concrete curbs, gutters and pavement, the
following part of the following street in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to -wit:
BROWN STREET from the south line of West 8th Street
to the north line of West 10th Street.
Attached to said petition was a Certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company
stating that the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed
value of the owners of real property within said territory. It was then stated that
notice had been published on May 16, 1958 and May 23, 1958 notifying all persons inter-
ested to appear at this time and place for public hearing. Whereupon, all persons so
desiring were heard therein. After discussion between property owners in the area and
the Attorney for the petitioners, and it having been determined by the Board of
Directors that the signers of the petition constituted two - thirds or more in value of
hall owners of real property within said territory, and that specifications for the
limprovement had been met with the City Engineer, upon motion of Director Langford,
Illseconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote
Hof the members of the Board of Directors present. (See proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT N0. 622 OF LITTLE ROCK,
II ARKANSAS;
1 which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was placed on the calendar for the regular meeting of
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the Board of Directors on July 7, 1958, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of .the,.Board of Directors present.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions, together with a
communication with Report on each from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator:
Petition from Clyde Buchanan, Agent for petitioners, for reclassification of
property at 5410, 5416, and 5422 West Markham Street, described as Lots 9, 10, and 12,
and the West 20 feet of Lot 8, Block 10, Pfeifer's Addition to the City of Little Rock,
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IIArkansas, from the present "C" Two - Family District to that of "D" Apartment District
property; which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. (See Report on Tract 9 -A
for Addition of Lot 11, Block 10, being 5414 West Markham Street). Upon motion of
:,Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, the report of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said petition granted. (See proposed Ordinance.on various properties below
Petition from Sylvia Smith, for reclassification of property at the Northeast
corner of West 19th and Thayer Streets, described as Lots 7, 81 91 10, and 11, Block 4,
Adams Addition to the City of Little Rock, from the present "B" Residence District to
that of "J" Light Industrial District property; which petition carried the following
report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison,
Chairman. (See Report on Tract 9 -B for addition of Lot 6, Block 4, Adams Addition to
proposed rezoning). Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn,
the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition granted by unanimou
li viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See proposed Ordi-
�nance,rezoning various properties below).
Petition from W. P. Gulley, Jr., for reclassification of property on 33rd
" (;Street closed by Ordinance No. 10,188, adjacent to and abutting Lot 6, Block 36 and Lot
1, Block 37, Braddock's Boulevard Addition to the City of Little Rock, and that part of
33rd Street closed by Ordinance No. 10,326, adjacent to and abutting Lot 6, Block 1 and
Lot 1, Block 2 in Watson's Addition to the City of Little Rock, from the present "B"
Residence District to that of "C" Two - Family District property; which petition carried
the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James
H. Larrison, Chairman. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Winburn, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and said petition granted
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
(proposed Ordinance rezoning various properties below).
Petition from Mrs. J. M. Cannon, Agent for petitioners, for reclassification
of property at 2217 Roosevelt Road, described as the middle 1/3 of Lots 11 and 12,
Block 1; and Lots 3, 4, 5, and 6, Block 1, Nettie F. Riffel's Addition to the City of
(Little Rock, being the property on the West side of Park Avenue between West 26th and
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West 25th Streets, and part of Two Lots facing Roosevelt Road; from the present "B"
(Residence and "C" Two - family Districts to that of "F" Commercial District property.
JiSaid petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Upon motion of Director Langford,
llseconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and
Ilsaid petition granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
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lDirectors present. (See proposed Ordinance rezoning various properties below).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
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!AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
;seconded by Director Langford, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions, together with a
communication with Report from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, which
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June 16, 1958 - Cont'd.
petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Dis-
approves"; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman:
Petition from Dr. C. M. Cathey for reclassification of property on the
Northwest corner of Kavanaugh Boulevard and Hayes Street, described as Lot 1, Block 1,
Altheimer's Addition to the City of Little Rock, from the present "A" One- Family
District to that of "D" Apartment District property;
Petition from Harry H. Norton for reclassification of property at 2719
Broadway, described as Lot 5, Block 2, C. E. Ferguson Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - family
District property;
Petition from Marie Barnes for reclassification of property at the Northwest
corner of "B" and Hayes Streets, being Part NE NE NE Beginning at the Southwest corner
of the NE NE NE, thence West 180 feet, thence North 123 feet, thence East 180 feet,
thence South 123 feet to beginning; Except the East 40 feet reserved for Street,
Section 1, Township 1 North, Range 13 West; and
Petition from Metropolitan Trust Company for reclassification of property
(North of "K" Street and East of Hayes Street); described as follows: SW 1/4 of NW 1/4
of Section 31; West 98.9 feet of SE 1/4 of NW 1/4 of Section 31; and, that part of NW
1/4 of SW 1/4 of Section 31, except the East 100 feet thereof, lying North of a line
30 feet South of the center line of "K" Street produced and extended from the East line
of said NW 1/4 SW 1/4 Westerly across and parallel to the South boundary line thereof,
all in Township 2 North, Range 12 West, in the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County,
Arkansas; from the present "A" One - Family District to that of "H" Business District
property.
Said communication stated that if the Board of Directors concurred with the recommenda-
tion of the Planning Commission, the necessary action would be to receive and file the
communication and petitions; and that any one petition disapproved by the Planning
Commission that the Board desired to have reconsidered, could be stricken from the
communication and the petition re- referred to the Planning Commission. Upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the petition of Harry H. Norton for ,
reclassification of property at 2719 Broadway was withdrawn and re- referred to the
Little Rock Planning Commission and the report of the:Planning Commi.ssiom on,.the "three
remaining petitions adopted; and said petitions and communication received and filed by
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unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NO. 5420
AS AMENDED, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2A; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Off- Street Parking and Loading Zones); which proposed ordinance was read the first
time. Filed with the proposed Ordinance was a communication from the Planning Adminis-
trator, stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission had adopted a motion to
recommend to the Board of Directors the passage of this ordinance requiring Off- Street
Parking and Loading Spaces. Mr. A. E. Townsend, Attorney representing Mr. C. A. Franke '
of Franke's Cafeteria then protested certain provisions of the proposed ordinance,
particularly Section "G", "Requirements Waived ", and stated that he had recommended and
presented several changes in the proposed ordinance to the Planning Commission before
it was presented to the Board of Directors. He noted that Sub - sections (c) and (d)
I!were conflicting and affected property owners who wished to enlarge floor space and
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1Ihaving no other way to do so than to additional floors. Upon motion of Director
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June 16, 1958 - Cont'd.
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the proposed ordinance was placed on the
calendar, and amendments to the proposed ordinance presented at the second reading,.by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY SITUATED
IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Property owned by Little Rock Municipal Water Works - "K" Street', Mississippi to
McAdoo Lane); which ordinance was read the second time, having been presented and read
the first time on June 2, 1958, together with a Resolution as adopted by the Board of
Commissioners of the Little Rock Municipal Water Works, recommending to the Board of
Directors the sale of this strip of land owned by the City and used for water trans-
mission lines. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the
proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for the next meeting of the Board of
Directors.
I! There was then presented Resolution No. 2206, entitled:
+Ii RESOLUTION APPROVING THE UNDERTAKING OF THE EAST END GENERAL NEIGHBORHOOD
RENEWAL PLAN AND THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ADVANCE OF FUNDS FOR THE
II EAST END OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(By Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock); which resolution was read in full;
and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, was adopted by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford -
total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship and Mayor Knoop - total
3.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2207, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE UNDERTAKING OF THE SOUTH END GENERAL NEIGHBORHOOD
it RENEWAL PLAN AND THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ADVANCE OF FUNDS FOR THE
SOUTH END OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(By Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock); which resolution was read in full;
! and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, was adopted by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford -
total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship and Mayor Knoop - total
3.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,807, entitled:
i AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
IAND RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND
GUTTERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING
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INSPECTOR UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS.IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE
IiLOCATION AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY THE
CITY PROVIDINGNEXCEPTIONS;IPR VIIDINGPFORATHEYVALIDITYFOFCTHISlORDINANCE� ;IDECLARINGAN PENALTY;
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
May 5, 1958 and the second time on May 19, 1958 and placed on the calendar. The Aye
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and No vote was then taken on the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
las follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford - total 4;
Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed without the emergency section, there
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failing to be the necessary two - thirds majority of the members of the Board of Director:
elect present to pass an emergency clause.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 103807 SAME BEING, "AN ORDINANCE
ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF
SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND GUTTERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY;
PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR UPON WRITTEN APPLICA-
IITION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND
GUTTERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LOCATION AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS,
DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY THE CITY ENGINEER; PROVIDING FOR
APPROVAL BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING
FOR THE VALIDITY OF THIS ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ";
� AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
'which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
(seconded by Director Winburn, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented an application from Samuel Graves, Laborer in the
'Street Department, for disability salary of $195.00 per month for a period of 15 months
(land 27 days, effective June 11;, 1958 and terminating October 12, 1959, under the terms
of Ordinance No. 10,783; together with supporting papers recommending said retirement.
!Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,.seconded by Director Langford, said application was
approved by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was again presented a proposed Ordinance,.entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED SIXTEEN DOLLARS AND SIXTY-
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FOUR CENTS ($116.64) PAYABLE TO MR. HOWARD HERRING AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT
'FOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE .ARISING OUT OF A COLLISSION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE
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CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 15TH DAY OF MAY, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND
I, FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
June 2, 1958 and placed on the calendar; and the City Attorney requested to inquire as
to whether Mr. Herring had insurance coverage on his automobile and if so, in what
amount. Filed at this time was a communication from Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney,
stating that Mr. Herring had liability insurance coverage, but not comprehensive
coverage; and that the entire loss claimed by him will be sustained personally. Upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the proposed ordinance
again placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2208, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY OF
(LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
il(Street Name Signs); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director
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Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call:
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!Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Noes - none;
bsent - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship and Mayor Knoop.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2209, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
ND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY OF
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June 16, 1958 - Cont'd.
LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR USE IN AND BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Traffic Signals, Controls, etc.); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following
roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford - total 4;
Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship and Mayor Knoop.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2210, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN E
AND MATERIALS CHARGEABLE TO THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND FOR USE BY THE RIVERFRONT
DRIVE PROJECT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Chain Fence for Parking Lot No. 2); which resolution was read in full; and upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following
roll
call:
Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Griffin
and Langford
- total 4;
Noes
- none;
Absent - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship and
Mayor Knoop.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2211, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF CURBS, GUTTERS AND FOR
PAVING 28th STREET BETWEEN FILLMORE AND HAYES STREETS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship and Mayor Knoop.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2212, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT FOR RESURFACING CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin,
Blankenship and Mayor Knoop.
Director Langford then complimented Chief Gene Smith of the Police Department
for the excellent work of his department in the setting up of Road Blocks in the City
to check on cars without the 1958 City License Stickers, which resulted in numerous
penalties.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors adjourned at 9:45 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, June 23,
1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
lJeeso�/
City Clerk.
APPROVED: D
May
Council Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
June 23, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular III
session with Assistant Mayor G. W. Blankenship presiding in the absence of Mayor W. C.
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Knoop, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk and the following Directors present:
Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors
Baldwin and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,808, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR STREETS, STORM SEWERS, AND OTHER ,
IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE AREA OF JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, INCLUDING
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, COVERING DESIGN, APPROVALS, MATERIALS, CONSTRUCTION METHODS,
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, AND MAINTENANCE OF STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; l
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous propo
ordinance of the same.title which was presented on June 2, 1958, read the first time a
placed on the calendar for further study between the Board of Directors and members of
the Arkansas Home Builders Association. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors presen
being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordi-
nance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs.
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Dixon, Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Directors Baldwin and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section,. being Section 8 of Ordinance No. 10,808 was read and, �I
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin,
Langford and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Baldwin and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,809, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE:
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on June 16,
1958 and placed on the calendar, after granting of four zoning petitions approved by th
Little Rock Planning Commission. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
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June 23, 1958 - Cont'd.
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being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor
Blankenship - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin, and Mayor Knoop -
total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (See Zoning Petitions granted
on June 16, 1958)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,810, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY SITUATED IN
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Property owned by Little Rock Municipal Water Works - "K" Street, Mississippi to
McAdoo Lane); which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the
first time on June 2, 1958, together with a Resolution adopted by the Board of Commis-
sioners of the Little Rock Municipal Water Works recommending the sale of this strip of
ments to be presented on the second reading. Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning
Administrator of the Little Rock Planning Commission then stated that these amendments
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hand owned by the City and used for water transmission lines; and was read the second
prepared and
all
time on June 16, 1958 and again placed on the calendar. Said ordinance was now read
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ithe
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
upon with Mr. To
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
the
exception of
Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
thirty
per cent
�Directors Baldwin, and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
floor spaced as
provided in Sub-
�ipassed. (Warranty Deed filed herewith).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,811, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,-ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS
AMENDED, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION 2A; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
((Re:
Off- Street Parking); which ordinance was on second reading, having been read the
first time on June 16, 1958, and after verbal protests from Mrs. A. E. Townsend, Attorn
prepresenting Mr. C. A. Franke of Franke's, Inc., was placed on the calendar with amend-
ments to be presented on the second reading. Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning
Administrator of the Little Rock Planning Commission then stated that these amendments
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section (c) of Section "G ", but that it was the contention of the Planning Commission
that this provision be retained; the amendments being as follows: "(G) Requirements
Waived. The requirements set forth in classes 1 -c, 2, 4, 5, 6 -a and F, shall be waived
by the Traffic Engineer and the Building Commissioner ", etc.; and paragraph 2 under
Sub - section (d) to read: "Nothing herein contained shall be construed to apply to the
remodeling or construction for the same use of an existing structure ". Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
rs of the Board of Directors present, said ordinance was amended to read as quoted
above, and was read the second time as amended. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Poard of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and
Illast time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Langford
and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin and
11111IMayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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had been
prepared and
all
but one
point of
protest
had been agreed
upon with Mr. To
Iljwith
the
exception of
the
thirty
per cent
of gross
floor spaced as
provided in Sub-
section (c) of Section "G ", but that it was the contention of the Planning Commission
that this provision be retained; the amendments being as follows: "(G) Requirements
Waived. The requirements set forth in classes 1 -c, 2, 4, 5, 6 -a and F, shall be waived
by the Traffic Engineer and the Building Commissioner ", etc.; and paragraph 2 under
Sub - section (d) to read: "Nothing herein contained shall be construed to apply to the
remodeling or construction for the same use of an existing structure ". Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
rs of the Board of Directors present, said ordinance was amended to read as quoted
above, and was read the second time as amended. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Poard of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and
Illast time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Langford
and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin and
11111IMayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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Director Langford then introduced representatives from the Arkansas Gasoline
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Retailers Association who requested a reduction in privilege licenses for Retail Service
Stations, to be effective beginning July 1, 1958, the date said license would have to
be renewed. Mr. Sidney A. Brown, speaking on behalf of the group, stated that the
privilege license in Little Rock on gasoline pumps in retail service stations was the
highest in the State, being $17.50 per pump; and asking a decrease to $10.00 per pump.
Mr. Ray Manor, Executive Secretary of the Association said this would be an approximate
reduction of,$7,500, based on an estimate of 225 service stations in the City with an
over -all average of five pumps each. Assistant Mayor Blankenship advised the members
that the Board of Directors had considered this request in a prior meeting, and that
due to the fact that the present budget for the remainder of 1958 was based on figures
of estimated revenue currently in effect, a reduction in this privilege tax at this time
would cause a deficit in operating expenses. Director Griffin stated that the Board of
Directors had agreed that the privilege tax charged on retail service stations was too
high and it was their intention to revise the entire privilege tax ordinance due to the
fact that the tax on some businesses was too high and some too low; and proposed that
the Board of Directors go on record that due consideration would be given the retail
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service station operators in this study and that the tax would be reduced when the
budget was considered in December for the following year, which proposal was unanimously
agreed upon by the members of the Board of Directors present. He further advised the
members of the Association to present full details of their request to the City Collec-
tor so that the members of the Board of Directors would have this information available
when this study was made.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,807 SAME BEING, "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISH
ING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS,
DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND GUTTERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING
FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND
A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LOCATION AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVE- '
WAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY THE CITY ENGINEER; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL
BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY, PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE
VALIDITY OF THIS ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
June 16, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar by unani-
mous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
Director Winburn was excused.
There was then presented the Report of the Commissioners of Annex No. 1 to
Street Improvement District No. 614 of Little Rock, Arkansas, showing estimated cost of
the improvement and recommending the appointment of Assessors. Upon motion of Director
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, said report was approved and received and
filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
(See Resolution No. 2213).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2213, entitled:
RESOLUTI,ON -ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR ANNEX NO. 1 TO STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 614 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon,
Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 4; Noes - none; Absent -
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Directors Baldwin, Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
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There was then presented the Report of the Commissioners of Annex No. 1 to
Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615 of Little Rock, Arkansas, showing estimated)
cost of the improvement in said district and recommending the appointment of Assessors.
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motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin; said Report was
approved and received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
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lof Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2214).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2214, entitled:
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR ANNEX NO. 1 TO CURB & GUTTER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 615 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon,
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Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 4; Noes - none; Absent -
4Directors Baldwin,'Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2215, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE RESIGNATION OF WAYNE E. GLENN AS A MEMBER OF THE
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION; APPOINTING WILLIAM F. STEINKAMP TO FILL THE UNEXPIRED
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TERM OF WAYNE E. GLENN AS A MEMBER OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION; AND FOR
(OTHER
PURPOSES;
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resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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I�Director
Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon,
Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor Blankenship - total 4; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 3.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,812, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED SIXTEEN DOLLARS AND SIXTY -
FOUR CENTS ($116.64) PAYABLE TO MR. HOWARD HERRING AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT
FOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE
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CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 15th DAY OF MAY, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND
(DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
('June 2, 1958 and the second time on June 16, 1958 and placed on the calendar. The Aye
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and No vote was then taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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ibeing as follows: Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Langford and Assistant Mayor
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- total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Baldwin, Winburn and Mayor
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Knoop - total 3. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Communications from
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!City Attorney in connection herewith received and filed).
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:25 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, July 7, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
July 7, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
Mayor Knoop then recognized that a number of persons were present in connecti
with a proposed ordinance to establish Minimum Health and Housing Standards in the City
of Little Rock, and to be considered by the Board of Directors. He stated that it was '
his desire and that generally of the Board, that any action on the proposed ordinance
be deferred at this time to enable the- Housing Code Committee, composed of some members
who were previously appointed by the former City Council, and others appointed by the
present Board of Directors, to make a thorough study and make recommendations on the
proposed Ordinance to the Board�of Directors. He further stated that anyone present
who so desired to speak on the matter could`be' heard at this time. Whereupon, Mr.
Terrell Marshall, Attorney representing a group of property owners protesting the
passage of the proposed Ordinance was then heard; and also a number of individual prop-
erty owners who were heard in opposition to the proposed Housing Code, stating that the
provisions were so rigid that it would prevent persons owning older homes to comply wit
same. Mrs. Emma Scroggins, member of the Housing Code Committee who was present, then
stated that it was the desire of this Committee that the members have ample time and
opportunity to study the proposed Ordinance, and by so doing be able to make recommends- '
tions to the Board of Directors that would meet with the approval of the property owners
and the Board. By unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, action was deferred at this time and the proposed Ordinance was referred to
the Housing Code Committee for recommendation, with a public hearing to be held at a
later date.
Director Blankenship was excused.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,813, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 622 OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on June 16,
1958 and placed on the calendar, after the granting of the petition to establish same.
(See Council Record A -6, Page 340). Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of '
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
July 7, 1958 - Cont'd.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
' There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,814, entitled:
I AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
OF PLAZA TERRACE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed with said ordinance was a copy of the
Pulaski County Court Order dated May 14, 1958 approving said annexation, and attached
Plat; and a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission, stating that the
property description for this annexation had been checked and was satisfactory. Upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordi-
nance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
I� Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
�I Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time
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�I and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
� being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Where -
upon, said ordinance was declared passed.
li There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,815, entitled:
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II AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10,807 SAME BEING, "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISH
ING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS,
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TOBER A COMMERCIAL,
ISSUEDBY THE CITYBUILDING INS GUTTERS
PECTORUPON WRI PROPERTY; PROVIDING
TTENAPPLI APPLICATION
Director Blankenship was re- enrolled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,816, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION TWO (2) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10807, SAME BEING,
"AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND RE-
CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND GUTTERS
�i ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR
UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS,
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FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS IN
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THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LOCATION AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS,
CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY THE CITY ENGINEER; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL BY
THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE
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VALIDITY OF THIS ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR
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OTHER PURPOSES;
(Amending Sections 1, 3 and 6); which ordinance was read the third and last time,
having been read the first time on June 16, 1958 and the second time on June 23, 1958,
and placed on the calendar. The Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon; Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
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The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,815 was then read
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Blankenship - total 1.
Director Blankenship was re- enrolled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,816, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION TWO (2) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10807, SAME BEING,
"AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND RE-
CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND GUTTERS
�i ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING INSPECTOR
UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS,
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July 7, 1958 - Cont!d..
DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LOCATION
AND GRADE FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY THE CITY
ENGINEER; PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY;
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PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR THE VALIDITY OF THIS ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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jDirectors-elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Di:rectors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none;' Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,816 was read and,
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -.Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.l
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of May, 1958• Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Report was received and filed
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Report of Operation and Maintenance of the Little
Rock Municipal Water Works in compliance with the 1936 and 1956 Trust Indentures. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Report was received
and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented an Audit Report from the Little Rock Municipal Airport
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Commission for the period January 1, 1958 through May 31, 1958, due to the retirement of
Mr.. Paul W. Leming as Manager, and the employment of Mr. Bob Crisp as his successor,
effective June l,'1958. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
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(Baldwin, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Audit Report from former City Treasurer Ethel Schmand
for the period January 1, 1958 through April 30, 1958; which report, upon motion of
Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Winburn, was received and filed by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
City Manager Dean Dauley then stated that Arkansas Power and Light Company had
offered a tentative proposal for taking over the Street Lighting System in the City of
Little Rock; and that if the Board of Directors so desired, negotiations could be begun
(with representatives of Arkansas Power and Light Company to determine if provisions of
their proposed Contract would be favorable to the Board of Directors. He further stated
(that such a program would require approximately five years for complete installation
and, that if a contract was entered into, he recommended a ten year contract between the
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City and Arkansas Power and Light Company. City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp then stated
that the proposed ordinance and contract would be drawn on terms as submitted by Arkansa
Power and Light Company, subject to the approval of their Attorneys, the City Attorney
and the Board of Directors. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
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July 7, 1958 - Cont'd.
Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, the City Manager and City Attorney were authorized to proceed with negotiations
for the proposed contract with Arkansas Power and Light Company for a Street Lighting
(Program
in the City of Little Rock.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2216, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPME NT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE MILK &DAIRY DEPARTMENT, CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT,
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT, REPAIR DEPARTMENT, BUILDING & MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT,
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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jDirector
Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,'i
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none,
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was then presented Resolution No. 2217, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE AND RENTAL OF CERTAIN
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EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES,
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which resolution was-read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
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Director Baldwin,`was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2218, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION CREATING THE FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO BE APPOINTED BY THE
IIMAYOR
FROM MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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PRESCRIBING THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
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Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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In connection with the adoption of Resolution No. 2218, Mayor Knoop then
appointed Director Griffin as Chairman, and Directors Mrs. Dixon and Langford as members
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of the Finance Advisory Committee, these members having previously served on the former
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Finance Committee of the Board of Directors; which appointments were unanimously
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approved by the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,817, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($750-00)
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FROM THE HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION FUND PAYABLE TO ROSE, MEEK, HOUSE, BARRON & NASH AS
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SPECIAL LEGAL FEES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Condemnation of property for River Front Drive and owned by Hotel Marion Garage);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
(present,
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
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number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford.l%
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(July 7, 1958 - Cont'd..
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
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adjourned at 9 :35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, July 21, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
P.M.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk. Mayo
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
July 21, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 5;4$ Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
TheA -being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
I� Mr.. Knox Banner, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of
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Little Rock, Arkansas, then presented the Annual Report for the year 1957 of the Housi
'(Authority, which report was accompanied by a Map showing details of accomplishments as
outlined by the Housing Authority for 1957 and, Map of Preliminary Plans for Projects
Ilproposed for 1958. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin,
said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
(Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINUMUM STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SUB-
DIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
PRESCRIBING PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS THEREFOR;DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the propose
lordinance was a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator,
(stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission had, at a called meeting on July 14,
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X1958, adopted a motion to recommend to the Board of Directors a new set of Subdivision
rules and regulations, and after months of study and numerous meetings with interested
groups, had incorporated many of their suggestions into the provisions of this proposed
(ordinance; and further stated that the passage of this proposed ordinance by the Board
Hof Directors with the least amount of delay would enable the Planning Commission to
Iiconsider
all subdivision plats at their next meeting in accordance with these proposed
regulations. Mayor Knoop then presented a copy of a communication from Lloyd R. Pearce,
member of the Little Rock Planning Commission, addressed to Mr. James H. Larrison,
Chairman of the Planning Commission, which copy had been forwarded at the request of
IMr. Larrison to each member of the Board of Directors. Said communication expressed
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doubts and apprehensions of the proposed Subdivison Rules and Regulations for the
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of Little Rock, and represented the minority opinion of members of the Little Rock
(Planning Commission; and was presented for the consideration of the Board of Directors.
Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous
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viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance
was placed on the calendar to be presented for the second reading at a meeting of the
IiBoard
of Directors on Monday, July 28, 1958 at 3:30 o'clock P.M. Whereupon, Mayor Knoop
then stated that any person so desiring to be heard would be given the opportunity to
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so at that time, and requested that members of the Planning Commission be present in
July 21, 1958 - Cont'd.
order that the members of the Board of Directors would have their opinion on any pro-
posed amendments to the ordinance.
There was again presented the petition from Harry H. Norton for reclassifica-
tion of property at 2719 Broadway, described as Lot 5, Block 2, C. E. Ferguson Addition
to the City of Little Rock, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "Crt Two -
Family District property; which petition had been previously disapproved by the Little
Rock Planning Commission and re- referred by the Board of Directors to the Planning
Commission on June 16, 1958. Said petition was now returned with the following report:
"The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves, signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman;
and filed herewith was a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administra-
tor, stating that after reconsidering this petition the Planning Commission recommended
that it be approved. Filed also in connection with the said petition at this time was
a copy of communication addressed to Mr. Dean I. Dauley, City Manager, from several
property owners in the 2700 Block of Broadway, protesting the proposed rezoning of this
property and requesting that the petition be denied. Upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted
and said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,818).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,818, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK.ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,819, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 106 OF ORDINANCE No. 7888 SAME BEING, "AN
ORDINANCE TO BE KNOWN AS THE LITTLE ROCK BUILDING CODE, PRESCRIBING RULES, PROVISIONS,
AND REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE AND STABLE DESIGN, METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION, SUFFICIENCY OF
MATERIALS IN BUILDINGS HEREAFTER ERECTED, CONSTRUCTED, ENLARGED, ALTERED, REPAIRED,
MOVED, CONVERTED TO OTHER USES, OR DEMOLISHED; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS TO BE ISSUED AND
THE FEES THEREFOR; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; REPEALING ALL CON-
FLICTING ORDINANCES; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Moving buildings from outside the City to within the City Limits);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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!by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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�IIIDirector Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the III
lordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,'
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
I�Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,819 was read and, �I
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, iI
lBlankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,820, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY
i'HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
II(Re: Property on River Front Drive at end of Cumberland Street used by Dillaha Fruit
' (Company for loading and unloading purposes);
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of 'Director Griffin, seconded by
TDirector Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors prese
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimou
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more the
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Baldwin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinanc
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall th
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,820 was read and,
' was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
A Renewal of the Lease between the City of Little Rock, Arkansas and the United
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(,States Government on property located at the South entrance of War Memorial Park adjoin-
ing and lying West of Jonesboro Drive, used by the Naval Reserve Armory and Training
Center, was then approved for a period of One Year from July 1, 1958 to June 30, 1959,
Ijinclusive, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (No formal request
Ifrom the United States Government presented herewith. A $1.00 payment made to the City
lCollector for said Renewal).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,821, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5843 SAME BEING, "AN
I'IORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF THE REGULATIONS GOVERNING
TRAFFIC UPON THE PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES
'AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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!(Re: Placing Traffic Violation Bureau under direction of City Manager);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
July 21, 1958 - Cont'd..
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time'; and by unanimou
vote of the the Board Directors
members of of present, being six in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Baldwin, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall
the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,822, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3 AND SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE NO. 8164 SAME
BEING, "AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING THE PAYMENT OF A CITY AUTOMOBILE LICENSE FEE FOR THE
OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES UPON THE STREETS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, REQUIRING THE
DISPLAY OF THE LICENSE TAG, FIXING THE FEE, DUE DATE,AND PENALTY THEREFOR, ALLOCATING
THE REVENUE RECEIVED THEREFROM, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES:
(Re: Reducing Fee to $2.50 for new cars bought after August 1, of the current year);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
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by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Public
Library for the year ending December 31, 1957, which report, upon motion of Director
Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was received and filed by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,823, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE PROCEDURE FOR SALES AND EXCHANGES OF SUPPLIES,
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors '
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed. If If
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,823 was read and,
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
IlDirector Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,824, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVENTY -FIVE DOLLARS ($75.00) PAYABLE
TO MR. EDDIE HAGEN AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE
ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE 27TH
DAY OF MAY, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
l�llquestion, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,825, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF EIGHTY -TWO DOLLARS AND FIFTY -ONE CENTS
($82.51) PAYABLE TO MISS MARY DINGER AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO
AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE
OCK ON THE 2ND DAY OF OCTOBER, 1957; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF
TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
iwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, the rules were again suspended
bland the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin , Mrs. Dixon , Blankenshi p, Griffin and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Langford -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Communication from the City
Attorney stating that the driver of the City -owned truck was negligent received and
filed).
Ij There was then presented Resolution No. 2219, entitled:
A RESOLUTION TO CORRECT THE TOTAL NET CONTRACT PRICE FOR TWO (2) TRACTORS
II ITH SICKLE BAR ATTACHMENTS AWARDED TO PULASKI IMPLEMENT COMPANY PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION
0. 2216 ADOPTED JULY 7, 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Re: Tractors purchased for Parks and Recreation Department);
July 21, 1958 - Cont'd.
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of .Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwi
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented -Ordinance::. No. 10,826, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FIFTY -SEVEN DOLLARS AND TEN CENTS ($57.10) PAYABLE
TO WILKERSON DIESEL SERVICE FOR SALES TAX ON PARTS USED IN REPAIRING A D -6 CATERPILLAR
TRACTOR USED BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT IN GARBAGE DISPOSAL WORK AT THE GARBAGE DIS-
POSAL PLANT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,827, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND LABOR
TO REPAIR A D -6 CATERPILLAR TRACTOR FOR USE BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT IN GARBAGE
DISPOSAL WORK AT THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL PLANT; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND
SEVEN HUNDRED FORTY THREE DOLLARS AND TWELVE CENTS ($1,743.12); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by' unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2220, entitled:
A.RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being no further business to be presented or to come before the meeting,
the Board of Directors adjourned at 9:30 o'clock p.m, to meet again on Monday, July 28,
1958 at 3:30 o'clock p.m. to consider for second reading the proposed ordinance on Sub-
division Rules and Regulations. {Q�
ATTEST : ,- ;,,`% 'cJ, ets.,.i APPROVED: `
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
' July 28, 1958 - 3 :30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Blankenship, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
II AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINUMUM STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SUB-
' DIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
III PRESCRIBING PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had been read the first time on July 21, 1958, and placed on
the calendar to be presented for second reading at this date and time, and all persons
interested to be given an opportunity to be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring
were then heard on the matter.
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DeMatt Henderson, Attorney, representing members of the Little Rock Real
Estate Board, stated that it was the understanding of this group at a meeting of
representatives from various groups and from the City, held in June, 1958, that a
Committee from the Real Estate Board would meet with the Little Rock Planning Commissio
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to revise some provisions of the proposed ordinance before it was presented to the
Board of Directors for consideration, and that this meeting had not been held. He said
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it was the opinion of the members of the Real Estate Board that some provisions of the
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proposed ordinance were impractical, restrictive, and regulations contradictory in part
and that it would make it prohibitive for people in low income brackets in the City or
within the three to five -mile radius outside the City Limits to build homes by having
to conform to the same regulations and restrictions as those building homes costing as
high as $50,000 to $100,000 Dollars. He brought to the attention of the Board of
(Directors
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that the proposed three to five -mile radius outside the City Limits would
cover an area of approximately 127 square miles and that by passage of this ordinance
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the Board would be legislating for people in about 100 square miles who have no voice
in the local government, and who would not benefit from Police or Fire protection; and
(particularly
cited Sections 6.3.2 (size of lots), 7.1.2.1 (Street name signs, Fire
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Hydrants, Sidewalks and Street pavements beyond the three -mile limit), and 7.1.1.7
(placing of Fire Hydrants). He further stated that the rules made no distinction in
requirements for the area west of the Airport or the area west of Hall High School, or
on property costing $6,000 an acre or $60 an acre, and would increase the cost of sub-
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dividing and developing of lots in the $1,000 to $1,200 price range. He used as an
example a twenty -mile tract off Chicot Road and presented Blue Prints showing that
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under the present regulations the tract could be subdivided into 64 lots at.a cost of
Ilapproximkte•ly
$932 per lot, whereas under the proposed regulations, it would reduce to
July 28, 1958 - Cont'd..
36 the number of lots, and that the cost of development would be approximately $2,000
within the three -mile radius and $1,800 in the five -mile radius. He further noted that
provisions requiring developers to dedicate up to 100 -foot right -of -way for major '
streets and to reserve property for civic developments such as parks, was confiscatory.
He also stated that to his knowledge the Little Rock Planning Commission had not com-
pleted or filed a major street plan to this date giving detailed locations or widths
as required by Act 186 of 1957, which gives the City jurisdiction over a five -mile
radius outside the City Limits. He said that members of the Real Estate Board were not
opposed to set rules and regulations on subdivisions, and realized a basic need for same
and presented at this time a resolution adopted by the Little Rock Real Estate Board as
follows, to -wit:
"At a duly held meeting of the Little Rock Real Estate
Board held on July 25, 1958, the following resolution was
adopted:
"BE IT RESOLVED, That the Little Rock Real
Estate Board composed of realtors actively engaged
in the sale and development of properties in the
Little Rock area and as such recognizing the desirability '
for orderly development of properties and concurring
with the objects sought to be accomplished by the
proposed Subdivision Ordinance wishes to cooperate in
the preparation of a realistic ordinance regulating the
subdivision of property and to that end will designate
appropriate representatives to meet with persons to be
designated by the Board of Directors of the City but
that it is the opinion of the Little Rock Real Estate
Board that the proposed ordinance, in its present form,
fails to take into.consideration the needs of this
community, and until realistically revised to meet
local conditions would work unnecessary and undue hardships
upon both developers, owners and purchasers."
We, therefore, request the Board of Directors of the City to designate
representatives to work with - representatives of:- thi's'Board,rand.: other
interested agencies, in the'revision of, the proposed ordinance, and that
no action be taken until such revised ordinance can be presented for
adoption.
sl C Buchanan
Clyde Buchanan,
President, '
Little Rock Real Estate Board"
Mr. James H. Larrison, Chairman of the Little Rock Planning Commission then
stated that the requirement of 20,000 'square feet as the minumum lot area where septic
tanks are used, was based on the requirements set out by the County Planning Commission
Mr. Larrison further stated that at this time there were no Subdivision plans pending
IIIbefore the Planning, Commission that were being held up awaiting the passage of this
proposed ordinance; but that a proposed Subdivision by Mr. Elbert Fausett of Fausett I
Realty Company was approved by the Little Rock Planning Commission subject to the
dedication of 100 feet for the purpose of widening West 8th Street.
Mr. Thomas Burleigh, former member of the Staff of the Little Rock Planning
Commission and now Chief Planner for the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission, then
reviewed the Cooperative Agreement between the City of Little Rock and Metroplan, which
gives the Little Rock Planning Commission the combined services of the Metroplan Staff
on Zoning and Planning. Mr. Burleigh also stated that provisions of Act 186 of 1957 ,
had been complied with by the filing and recording of a Land Use Plan with Maps by the
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Little Rock Planning Commission in 1957•
Mr. Dean Dauley,City Manager, upon question by Mr. Henderson as to the origin
of the proposed ordinance, stated that the first draft of the proposed ordinance was
July 28, 1958 - Cont1d.
taken from one now in effect in North Little Rock with the exception of a number of
changes made as suggested after meetings with various groups of Realtors and Home
' (Builders, and that the regulations had been modified to a great extent; and that in his
opinion the requirements would not substantially increase the cost of a lot and that
buyers would be getting more for their money. He also stated that the regulation
requiring the placing of fire plugs within a certain distance from houses would be only
enforced on property adjacent to the City Limits.
Mr. Gerald McLindon, former Director of the Metropolitan Area Planning Commis
and now associated with a private Real Estate Developer, expressed the opinion that the
proposed regulations were premature, and that Master Plans for streets, recreation
Illfacilities,
sewers and Capital Improvements were being made by the Metropolitan Area
Planning Commission and would be completed within the next year; and that it would be
to an advantage for future years to postpone passing new subdivision rules regulations
until this was completed. He also said this would give the general public an opportunit
to become more familiar with the proposed regulations governing subdivisions and have a
better understanding, which was essential before acceptance.
Mr. E. L. Fausett of Fausett Realty Company, that
stated present regulations
with a few minor changes were adequate if enforced and that FHA requirements were being
met in all of his.developments.
Mr. Jack Tucker of Tucker Realty Company, expressed the same opinion as previous
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ly stated in the Resolution of the Little Rock Real Estate Board, and requested that a
Committee be appointed from the various groups affected to revise the proposed ordinance
t a form acceptable to all concerned.
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, Mr. 0. D. Lon streth Jr., representin g propert y owners in general, and people
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in the lower income bracket who would be most affected by the proposed ordinance, said
that the proposed regulations would prevent this group from owning homes due to the
increase in cost of development.
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Mr. Cecil-White, member of the Little Rock Real Estate Board, represented
jproperty owners in the Southwest area of the City, and requested that representatives
'from
this group be included in a Committee to meet with the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission on a possible revision of the proposed ordinance.
After due deliberation by the Board of Directors on the question of placing the
Ilproposed
ordinance on second reading,or re- referral to the Little Rock Planning Commis -
�sion, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous
(viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance
was re- referred to the Little Rock Planning Commission, with the recommendation and
request that a Committee be appointed from members of the Little Rock Real Estate Board,
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Arkansas Home Builders Association, and Property Owners in the Areas affected, to
thoroughly study the proposed ordinance for possible revision; and to present their
,recommendations on said proposed ordinance at the regular meeting of the Board of
Directors to be held on August 18, 1958.
There was then presented the appointment by the Mayor, subject to the approval
of the Board of Directors, of Mr. Herman Bamberg, Sr., as a member of the Little Rock
(Planning Commission, to fill the unexpired term of Mr. James B. Finley, resigned, said
term to expire on November 1, 1958. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, said appointment was approved by unanimous viva voce vote of the
fflimembers
of the Board of Directors present.
July 28, 1958 - Cont'd.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Board of
Directors adjourned to meet again on Monday, August 4, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
:rsaarar� =.s
APPROVED:
A4. P,
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
August 4, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from the Pulaski Heights Methodist Church,
signed by the Board of Trustees, and Edwina Lawson, representing themselves to be the
owners of all real property abutting upon an alley in Block 25, Pulaski Heights
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and also by fifteen other property
owners of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; requesting that the said alley as describes
below be forever closed, vacated and abandoned in accordance with the authority granted
by Act No. 30 of the General Assembly of the State of Arkansas for the year 1923 (extra-
ordinary session) (Sections 19 -3818 at seq, Ark:,Statutes 1947), to -wit:
Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot Seven (7),
Block Twenty -five (25), PULASKI HEIGHTS ADDITION to
the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, thence North 300
feet to the Northwest corner of Lot Twelve (12) of
said Block Twenty -five; thence West 20 feet to the
Northeast corner of Lot One (1) of said Block Twenty -
five; thence South 300 feet to the Southeast corner
of Lot Six (6) of said Block Twenty -five; thence East
20 feet to the point of beginning; said alley being
20 feet in width and running North and South between
the East Line of Lots One (1) through Six (6) and the
West Line of Lots Seven (7) through Twelve (12) of
said Block Twenty -five; said alley was dedicated as
an alley in the Plat and Deed of Assurance of the
"Subdivision of Blocks Twenty -three (23) to Fifty -one
(51), inclusive, Pulaski Heights Addition" to the City
of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas,.which appears
in Plat Book No. 1 at page 1 in the Office of the Recorder
for Pulaski County, Arkansas.
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There was then presented the Report of Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 622, giving amount of cost of improvement, and recommending the appoin
of Assessors for said District. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
(Director Griffin, said Report was approved and received and filed, by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2221).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2221, entitled:
II RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 622;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,829, entitled:
j AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
(AND EXECUTE A PIPE LINE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
(PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 36" DIAMETER 10 GAGE CORRUGATED IRON PIPE LINE TO
IBE USED AS A STORM SEWER TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT THE NORTH END OF SPRING STREET UNDER
ILROAD TRACKAGE OWNED BY THE SAID MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
August 4, 1958 - Cont'd.
Petitioners stated that the request for the closing of said alley was for the purpose
of constructing an addition to the present Church Building. Filed with the Petition
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were communications from Arkansas Power and Light Company, Little Rock Municipal Water
Works, Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System, Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, and
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Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Company, each waiving objections to the closing of the above
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descriV4�d alley. The City Clerk stated that said petition was filed on July 22, 1958,
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and that due rfotice had been published on July 22, 1958, stating that public hearing
would be held at this time and place, and to this date no protest relative to the
closing of said alley had been filed. Whereupon, all interested persons were given an
opportunity to be heard in the premises and no protests were filed thereto. Upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the. members of the Board of Directors present, said petition was granted.
((See Ordinance No. 10,828).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,828, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING THE ALLEY, TWENTY FEET IN WIDTH,
RUNNING NORTH AND SOUTH BETWEEN THE EAST LINE OF LOTS ONE (1) THROUGH SIX (6) AND THE
WEST LINE OF LOTS SEVEN (7) THROUGH TWELVE (12), BLOCK TWENTY -FIVE. (25), PULASKI
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(HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
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by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
ithe ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
!none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
' (passed.
There was then presented the Report of Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 622, giving amount of cost of improvement, and recommending the appoin
of Assessors for said District. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
(Director Griffin, said Report was approved and received and filed, by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2221).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2221, entitled:
II RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 622;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,829, entitled:
j AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
(AND EXECUTE A PIPE LINE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY
(PROVIDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 36" DIAMETER 10 GAGE CORRUGATED IRON PIPE LINE TO
IBE USED AS A STORM SEWER TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT THE NORTH END OF SPRING STREET UNDER
ILROAD TRACKAGE OWNED BY THE SAID MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
August 4,'1958 - Cont'd.
(Re: River Front Drive Right -of -Way); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
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thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the
ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last-time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,829 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin; Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,830, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND GRANT AN OPTION TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Fire Station Number Four, located on East Capitol Avenue); which ordinance was
read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin,
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
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thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Direbtor Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,830 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report from
the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the Month of June, 1958, which Report, upon
motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was received and filed by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2222, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING JOHN M. LOFTON, JR., TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE
LITTLE ROCK SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
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August 4, 1958 - Cont'd.
II There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,831, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783 BY CREATING ONE (1)
IIADDIT10NAL POSITION OF LIEUTENANT IN THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT; REDUCING THE
' jNUMBER OF SERGEANTS IN SAID DEPARTMENT TO TWENTY -THREE (23); ESTABLISHING THE SALARY
IIITHEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Iliwhich ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
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iby Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
1present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
'Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the.Board of Directors present, being six in number
Land more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
,Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
fljNoes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
' Ill declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,831 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,. and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,832, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ACCOUNT NUMBERS 136 AND 87 OF SECTION ONE (1) OF
ORDINANCE NO. 10,782 BY TRANSFERRING A TOTAL OF TWELVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($12,000.00)
UNPLEDGED FUNDS FROM THE FIRST OF SAID ACCOUNTS TO THE LATTER; CREATING AN EMERGENCY;
LAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
i(Re: Budget Ordinance; for purchase of Traffic Signals and Equipment); which ordinance
was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
Illbeing six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
, lelect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous
jivote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being,six in number and more than
ltwo- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
sent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,832 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2223, entitled:
it A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
(!Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
�IMrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
August 4, 1958 - Cont'd.
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2224, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN MATERIAL
FOR USE OF TRAFFIC ENGINEER FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC LIGHTS ON CANTRELL ROAD;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2225, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN SUPPLIES
FOR USE BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Gasoline and Motor Oil); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2226, entitled: ,
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANT OR WARRANTS PAYABLE TO THE COMMISSIONER OF REVENUES, STATE OF
ARKANSAS, IN PAYMENT OF SALES TAX AND LICENSES FOR TWENTY (20) NEW AUTOMOBILES AND
ELEVEN (11) NEW MOTORCYCLES FOR USE IN AND BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
Director Griffin then moved, that Russell Brown and Company, Auditors, be
employed to make the audit for the City of Little Rock, for the year 1958, which motion
was seconded by Director Blankenship, and was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, II
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon 1
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:55 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, August 18, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
August 18, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following
Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Langford -
total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
Ii The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin,
III by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
ill AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINUMUM STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SUB-
, j DIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
II PRESCRIBING PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time on July 21, 1958, and placed on the
I� calendar for second reading on July 28, 1958 with all persons interested to be given
an opportunity to be heard thereon. At that time there were numerous verbal protests•
presented, and a Resolution as adopted by the Little Rock Real Estate Board filed
itherewith, requesting that a Committee from the various groups represented be appointed
�i to meet with the Little Rock Planning Commission for a study and revision of the pro-
posed ordinance. The proposed Ordinance was then re- referred to the Little Rock Plan -
Ii ning Commission, with the recommendation and request that this Committee be appointed
from members of the Little Rock Real Estate Board, Arkansas Home Builders Association,
and Property Owners in the Areas affected; and the result of their study and recommen-
dations to be made to the Board of Directors at their regular meeting on August 18,
' 1958. City Manager Dean Dauley then stated that this Committee had been appointed and
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III had held meetings with the Little Rock Planning Commission but to this date there was
no report filed on their recommendations. Whereupon, Director Winburn moved, seconded
Il,by Mayor Knoop, that the Little Rock Planning Commission and the Committee be advised
of the date of the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors and that they present
�I their report at that time, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
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members of the Board of Directors present, and no action was taken on the proposed
Ordinance as previously read.
Director Griffin was enrolled.
There was then presented a petition from Arkansas Baptist Hospital for re-
classification of property on the North side of West Eleventh Street, between Wolfe and
Marshall Streets, described as Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, and the South 41 feet of Lot 8, Block
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112, Marshall and Wolfe
Addition
to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present
"C" Two - family District
to that
of "H" Business
District property; which petition
carried the following
report:
"The Little Rock
Planning Commission Approves "; signed
by James H. Larrison,
Chairman.
Filed with said
petition was a communication also from
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Julius Breckling, Jr.,
Planning
Administrator,
stating that the Planning Commission had
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a motion on August 7, 1958 at a public hearing to recommend the rezoning of
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the above described property, and a proposed ordinance to rezone same. Mayor Knoop
presented at this time a communication from Mr. J. A. Gilbreath, Administrator for
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Arkansas Baptist Hospital, stating that under their present construction program it was
necessary to raze the carpenter and paint shops, also various buildings that were used
for warehousing; and that within the next ten months it will be necessary to construct
additional buildings for these purposes on the property in question. Said communication
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further stated that possibly within the next two to five years, it will be necessary to
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rebuild the hospital's laundry and that unless additional property was acquired, it wil
be necessary to place their laundry building on this particular piece of property.
Lawrence Burrow, Attorney, representing Mr. Robert Thomas, property owner owning adjoin-
ing property, protested the proposed rezoning for Arkansas Baptist Hospital to "H"
Business District for the purpose of the various facilities as previously stated, and
said that this would devaluate considerably the property of Mr. Thomas and also that of
other residential property in the area; and requested that the present classification
of the property owned by Arkansas Baptist Hospital proposed for rezoning be retained.
He further stated that at the time of the public hearing before the Planning Commission
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on the Petition for rezoning, it was the understanding of the property owners in the
area that the property would be used for parking facilities for Arkansas Baptist
Hospital. Mr. Robert Thomas, and Mr. L. 0. Martin, also verbally protested the proposed
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rezoning, stating that operation of a laundry and other business facilities would pre-
sent numerous problems, including the health of their children playing in the area,
other than the devaluation of property in a residential area. By unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, action on the petition was deferred and
same placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,833, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH -OF
ITHE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN ANNEX NO. 1 TO STREET IMPROVEMENT
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DISTRICT N0. 61!} OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
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communication from Harry E. McDermott, Jr., Attorney for the said Street Improvement
District, and that of Annex No. 1 to Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615,
requesting the Board of Directors to suspend the rules for second and third readings
of the ordinance on consecutive meetings, thereby passing the ordinance at this meeting
lin order to speed up construction of these improvements. Upon motion of Director
Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
Ilmembers
of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the
'rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
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and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
Iwas declared passed.
I�August 18, 1958 - Cont' d.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,834, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS, AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN ANNEX NO. 1 TO CURB AND GUTTER
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 615 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
iwhich ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was
,the communication from Harry E.McDermott, Jr., Attorney for the said Annex No. 1 to
Curb and Gutter Improvement District No. 615, and that of Annex No. 1 to Street Improve
ment District No. 614 as stated in connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,833
assessing benefits in said district, requesting the Board of Directors to suspend the
rules for second and third readings of the ordinance on consecutive meetings, thereby
passing the ordinance at this meeting in order to speed up construction of these impr
ments. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
land more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
lisuspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
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the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded
by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third
and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
Ilnone. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,835, entitled:
I� AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 5, SUBSECTION B, PARAGRAPH 1 c OF ORDINANCE
NO. 10,808 SAME BEING, "AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS FOR STREETS, STORM SEWERS,
AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE AREA OF JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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I INCLUDING IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, COVERING DESIGN, APPROVALS, MATERIALS, CONSTRUCTION
(METHODS, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, AND MAINTENANCE OF STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE
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ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. City Manager Dean Dauley stated that this was
an administrative measure to enforce contractors to make recommended changes in con-
struction after the first inspection had been made by the City Engineer, due to numerou
requests for additional inspections where no changes had been made. Upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
iIthe members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
none.
tread the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
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Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
11 follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
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Ilwas declared passed.
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The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,835 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
!Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF THE STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM AND RELATED
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT
COMPANY FOR $104,000.00; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A
CONTRACT WITH ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR SUCH SALE AND PROVIDING A SCHEDULE
OF PAYMENTS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $104,000.00; AND PROVIDING FOR THE OPERATION OF
SAID STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM; CREATING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was on first reading. Director Griffin stated that he could
not agree to certain terms of a proposed contract with the Arkansas Power and Light
Company to provide a Street Lighting System for the City of Little Rock; that it would
be obligating the City in the amount of $192,000.00 based on anticipated revenue, and
he desired to give the matter further study before voting on the proposed ordinance.
After discussion by the members of the Board of Directors on the matter, Director
Griffin agreed by suggestion of Director Winburn, that the proposed ordinance for the
sale of the present Street Lighting System, Facilities and Equipment, be read the first
time, and before the passage of an ordinance awarding a contract to Arkansas Power and
Light Company for a Street Lighting System in the City of Little Rock, that an option
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be worked out between the City and Arkansas Power and Light Company which would be
agreeable to both parties and embodied in the ordinance. Whereupon, said proposed
ordinance as presented was then read the first time; and upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, was placed on the calendar for the next
regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
present. (See proposed Ordinance below).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY TO OWN, OPERATE
AND MAINTAIN A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND TO USE THE
STREETS AND PUBLIC WAYS OF THE CITY FOR THIS PURPOSE; AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR SAID COMPANY TO
FURNISH STREET LIGHTING SERVICE TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND ITS INHABITANTS; AND
PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT BY THE CITY TO SAID COMPANY FOR SUCH SERVICE; CREATING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was placed on the calendar for the next regular meet-
ing of the Board of Directors bg unanimous viva voce vote of the members present.
Mr. Henry DeNoble, Traffic Engineer for the City of Little Rock, then brought
to the attention of the Board of.Directors the need for eliminating all left turns at
(Markham
and Main Streets, and the re- routing of the Pulaski Heights Bus Line from Main
Street; and also that of the five Bus Lines routed North on Main Street across Main
(Street
Bridge, to alleviate traffic congestion at that particular intersection. He
stated that he had conferred with Citizens Coach Company Officials on this possibility
and recommended that the Pulaski Heights Bus routed North on Main Street turn left on
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Second Street to Center Street, thence right back to Markham Street to their regular
route; and that of the five Bus Lines routed North on Main Street across the bridge be
allowed to turn right on Markham to Scott Street for the picking up of passengers to
North Little Rock, and then proceed North on Scott Street to the ramp onto Main Street
Bridge, which would allow them to proceed in the right -hand lane, thus eliminating con-
gestion on the North Little Rock side by them having to turn right at that end of the
ibridge.
Mr. DeNoble said that in his opinion the stopping of Buses to pick up passenger
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A PLAT AND BILL OF ASSURANCE TO BE FILED BY THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR
GRANITE MOUNTAIN LIGHT INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Filed with this matter was a Resolution as adopted
on Aubust 15, 1958, by the Board of Commissioners of the Little Rock Municipal Water
IlWorks, waiving objection to said proposed Plat or the signing thereof by any properly
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l�lauthorized official or officials of the City of Little Rock; stating that the City of
(Little Rock owned certain lands lying within the area to be platted as Block Seven (7),
I
which lands are used as the location for a pumping station for the Little Rock Municipa
��Water Works System. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.
(Dixon, the said resolution as read was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
' Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Plat and Bill of Assurance filed herewith).
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES AND DRIVERS THEREOF IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING
ORDINANCES NO. 6896, 8088, AND SECTION 2 (c) AND 19 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5876; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Frank Potter, President of the Arkansas
Automobile Club, was introduced and stated that this proposed ordinance was a model
II'iordinance in effect in Cities of comparable size to Little Rock and endorsed by the
American Automobile Association. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
Ilpresent, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting
lof the Board of Directors, with the recommendation that the Ambulance Operators in the
I City be notified of the proposed ordinance and the date of the next regular meeting of
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the Board of Directors; also that any recommendations from the officials of the various
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,Ambulance Companies or Board of Directors be made to the City Attorney and City Manager,
�pwhereby the proposed ordinance could be amended on second reading.
August 18, 1958 - Cont'd.
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at Markham and Main Streets and then getting back into the flow of traffic was
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responsible for the traffic congestion on Main Street. Mr. David S. Durbin, President
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of Citizens Coach Company, then stated that officials of Citizens Coach Company were
opposed to the proposed changes, and that it would not only cause a delay in schedules
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at the peak period due to extra mileage, but also cause an increase in operational cost
He further stated that he had observed the traffic on Markham and Main Streets during
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�the late afternoon and that he could not agree with Mr. DeNoble that the Buses stopping
lat Markham and Main Streets caused the traffic congestion on Main Street; and that
ordinarily motorists were considerate of the Buses to allow them to get in the right -
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hand lane on the bridge. He also noted that if the Pulaski Heights Bus was routed on
Second Street it would be by- passing two Hotels and Bus Stations on Markham Street.
IIMr.
Durbin said that this proposed re- routing would inconvenience a large number of
people and that in his opinion, no Franchise or Contract of this kind could be changed
I other than by ordinance, and then by mutual consent. The Board of Directors then
lrecommended that no action be taken at this time, and that the Attorneys for Citizen's
IjCoach Company and the City Attorney confer on the matter and make their recommendations
to the Board of Directors.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2227, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
A PLAT AND BILL OF ASSURANCE TO BE FILED BY THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR
GRANITE MOUNTAIN LIGHT INDUSTRIAL SUBDIVISION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Filed with this matter was a Resolution as adopted
on Aubust 15, 1958, by the Board of Commissioners of the Little Rock Municipal Water
IlWorks, waiving objection to said proposed Plat or the signing thereof by any properly
I
l�lauthorized official or officials of the City of Little Rock; stating that the City of
(Little Rock owned certain lands lying within the area to be platted as Block Seven (7),
I
which lands are used as the location for a pumping station for the Little Rock Municipa
��Water Works System. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.
(Dixon, the said resolution as read was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
' Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Plat and Bill of Assurance filed herewith).
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES AND DRIVERS THEREOF IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING
ORDINANCES NO. 6896, 8088, AND SECTION 2 (c) AND 19 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5876; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Frank Potter, President of the Arkansas
Automobile Club, was introduced and stated that this proposed ordinance was a model
II'iordinance in effect in Cities of comparable size to Little Rock and endorsed by the
American Automobile Association. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
Ilpresent, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting
lof the Board of Directors, with the recommendation that the Ambulance Operators in the
I City be notified of the proposed ordinance and the date of the next regular meeting of
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the Board of Directors; also that any recommendations from the officials of the various
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,Ambulance Companies or Board of Directors be made to the City Attorney and City Manager,
�pwhereby the proposed ordinance could be amended on second reading.
August 18, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,836, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 26.01, ARTICLE 26 OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE
ADOPTED BY SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9600, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A FIRE
PREVENTION CODE PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND
PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION, ESTABLISHING A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION AND PROVIDING
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OFFICERS THEREFOR, DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;'
(Re: Burning of trash within the City and Regulating hours); which ordinance was read
the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,836 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,837, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783 SAME BEING: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY PLAN, FOR
MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES OF THE
VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS, EMPLOYMENT,
PROMOTION, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE, HOLIDAYS AND
OTHER LEAVE, REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO 9 ,
EXIST, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY CREATING FOUR (4) POSITIONS OF CLERK- TYPIST FOR
THE TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS BUREAU IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY; PROVIDING A SALARY
THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors presen
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimou
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes
none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,838, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783 SAME BEING: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY PLAN, FOR
MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES OF THE
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August 18_,_1958 - Cont'd.
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VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS, EMPLOYMENT,
PROMOTION, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE, HOLIDAYS AND
M OTHER LEAVE, REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO
EXIST, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY CREATING TWO (2) POSITIONS OF STREET INSPECTOR IN
�JITHE STREET DEPARTMENT; PROVIDING A SALARY THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
fiORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY PLAN, FOR
MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES OF THE
i
VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS, EMPLOYMENT,
((PROMOTION, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE, HOLIDAYS AND
MOTHER LEAVE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO
EXIST, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Annual Leave); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
Ithe Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
(time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
(seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
V
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford•
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total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2228, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY THE PUBLIC
ISTRATION SERVICE TO COMPILE A SURVEY OF JOB CLASSIFICATIONS AND PAY SCALES FOR
OYEES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ch resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
irector Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
inburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
Ilpresent,
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
(motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR THE LEASING OF A GARBAGE TRUCK OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
IIROCK
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
III There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,839, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 7A OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783 SAME BEING: "AN
fiORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY PLAN, FOR
MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES OF THE
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VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS, EMPLOYMENT,
((PROMOTION, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE, HOLIDAYS AND
MOTHER LEAVE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO
EXIST, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Annual Leave); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
Ithe Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
(time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
(seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
V
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford•
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total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2228, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY THE PUBLIC
ISTRATION SERVICE TO COMPILE A SURVEY OF JOB CLASSIFICATIONS AND PAY SCALES FOR
OYEES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ch resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
irector Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
inburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
"none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,840, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
VIAND
EXECUTE A CONTRACT FOR THE LEASING OF A GARBAGE TRUCK OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE
IIROCK
TO THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
August 18, 1958 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVENTY -FIVE DOLLARS ($75-00) PAYABLE
TO ROY WINDHAM AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE ARISING
OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS WHICH
OCCURRED ON THE 14TH DAY OF JULY, 1958, AT THIRD AND CROSS STREETS IN LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, was placed on the calendar for the next
regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
present.
In connection with the above proposed Ordinance, upon request of City Attorney
Joseph C. Kemp that the Board of Directors set a policy on the awarding of damage
claims against the City involving City -owned cars, Mayor Knoop appointed Director
Langford as Chairman of a Committee to be selected by Director Langford, of two members
of the Board of Directors, to investigate this and future damage claims made against
the City, in regard to any insurance coverage that may be carried by the Claimant.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,841, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY -FIVE DOLLARS AND
FIFTY CENTS ($285.00) AS A REFUND FOR TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED
PERSONS IN THE AMOUNTS SHOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR
OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of,Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors leb.t*'j'he rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford 2
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2229, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY A REGISTERED
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR THE
WIDENING AND RE- SURFACING OF A PART OF WEST THIRD STREET BETWEEN CROSS AND VICTORY
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August 18, 1958 - Cont'd.
STREETS AND A PART OF STATE STREET BETWEEN LA HARPE BOULEVARD AND WEST SECOND STREET
AND TO SUPERVISE AND INSPECT THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAID PROJECTS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
In connection with the adoption of Resolution No. 2229, Director Griffin
stated that the widening of these portions of said streets was included in the Master
Street Plan as adopted by the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission; but that the City
would not be setting a Policy on widening of other streets in the City by the adoption
of this Resolution. He stated that there was available money in the Street Fund for
this construction at this time.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2230, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE WIDENING AND RESURFACING OF A PART OF WEST THIRD STREET BETWEEN CROSS
AND VICTORY STREETS AND A PART OF STATE STREET BETWEEN LA HARPE BOULEVARD AND WEST
SECOND STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2231, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS FOR THE RE- ROOFING OF THE CITY GARAGE AND
CITY JAIL; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 10:30 o'clock p.m, to meet again on Tuesday, September 2, 1958 at 7:30
o'clock p.m., the regular meeting date of Monday, September 1, 1958 falling on a Legal
Holiday.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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APPROVED:
Mayor.
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 2, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
and,Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ing's were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
I Director Griffin was enrolled.
There was again presented the petition from Arkansas Baptist Hospital for
II(reclassification of property on the North side of West Eleventh Street, between Wolfe
l and Marshall Streets, described as Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, and the South 41 feet of Lot 8,
Block 12, Marshall and Wolfe Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
present "C" Two - family District to that of "H" Business District property;-which
petition carried the approval of the Little Rock Planning Commission and was previously
;t presented on August 18, 1958, together with a communication from the Administrator of
iArkansas Baptist Hospital stating the purpose of the use of said property. After verba
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protests at that time to the proposed rezoning of the above described property to "H"
Business District and construction of a laundry and other buildings thereon, the peti-
tion was placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting of the Board. Filed at
this time was another communication from Mr. J. A. Gilbreath, Administrator of Arkansas
Baptist Hospital, with an attached plot plan, in which he stated that they.would agree
to build the laundry immediately adjacent to West 11th Street as close to the property
line as the City will allow, making a distance of thirty to forty feet between the
house owned by Mr. Robert Thomas, one of the protestants, and the laundry, and possibly
placing a carpenter shop or warehouse between the laundry and his house. Mr. Lawrence
Burrow, Attorney representing Mr. Thomas, adjacent property owner, again protested the
proposed rezoning of the property in question, as did other property owners in the area
Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viv
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said petition was again
placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting of the Board, with the recommenda-
tion that representatives of both the Hospital and property owners affected be present
and given an opportunity to be heard.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES AND DRIVERS THEREOF IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING
ORDINANCES NO. 6896, 8088, AND SECTION 2 (c) AND 19 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5876; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance had been read the first time on August 18, 1958 and placed on
the calendar for the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors. Mayor Knoop then
extended the courtesy of the floor to Dr. Henry G. Hollenberg, representing members of
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the Medical Profession, who spoke in favor of the proposed regulations, stating that
ambulances on emergency runs in the City not only endangered the lives of citizens at
large but in many instances that of patients being transported to hospitals. Mr. Frank
Potter, representing the American Automobile Association, again stressed the need for
stricter regulations regarding ambulances on emergency runs as proposed and adopted by
many large Cities as he previously had on August 18, 1958. Upon motion of Director
Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, no action was taken at this time and, the pro-
posed ordinance was again placed on the calendar for second reading at the next regular
meeting of the Board of Directors, by unanimous viva voce.vote of the members of the
Board present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF THE STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM AND RELATED
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT
COMPANY FOR $104,000.00; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
WITH ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR SUCH SALE AND PROVIDING A SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS
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IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $104,000.00; AND PROVIDING FOR THE OPERATION OF SAID STREET
LIGHTING SYSTEM; CREATING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
OF THE CITY FOR THIS PURPOSE;
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CONTRACT BETWEEN
which proposed ordinance was previously presented on August 18, 1958, read the first
AND THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR
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time and placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
((FURNISH
(Director
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, moved that the proposed ordinanc
ROCK AND ITS
INHABITANTS; AND
be amended on second reading as 'follows: "L City agrees to sell, and the Company agrees
PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT BY
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to buy all of the property of the City constituting the street lighting system of the
SUCH SERVICE;
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City for One Hundred Four Thousand Dollars ($104,000.00) to be paid by the Company as
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EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
follows: Company will pay on demand by City up to Twenty -five Thousand Dollars
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((($25,000.00)
in each calendar year, beginning with the year 1959, until the full pur-
ill
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chase price of One Hundred Four Thousand Dollars($104,000.00) has been paid. Company
August 18, 1958,
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reserves the right to pay all of the unpaid purchase price on October 1, 1966. To
insure that the City will receive the payments from the Company on demand as heretofore
stated, Company will file with the City a surety bond counter- signed by a commercial
surety company, authorized to do business in the State of Arkansas, guaranteeing the
payments to City. The delay payment plan set forth in this paragraph is at the request
of the City. "; which motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7
Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said proposed ordinance was then read the
second time as amended. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
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Griffin, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for third and final reading
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at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members present.
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY TO OWN, OPERATE
AND MAINTAIN A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND TO USE THE
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OF THE CITY FOR THIS PURPOSE;
AUTHORIZING A
CONTRACT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF LITTLE,ROCK
AND THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR
SAID COMPANY TO
((FURNISH
STREET LIGHTING
SERVICE TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK AND ITS
INHABITANTS; AND
PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT BY
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THE CITY TO SAID COMPANY FOR
SUCH SERVICE;
CREATING AN
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EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
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which proposed ordinance
was previously presented on
August 18, 1958,
read the first
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time and placed on the calendar for amendment on second reading at the next regular
meeting of the Board of Directors. Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin,
moved that the proposed ordinance be amended on second reading as follows: Amendment
A - "(f) The Company will pay all costs of maintaining the existing system as provided
by its Rate Schedule No. 20 and all costs of removing facilities of existing street
lighting system when replaced by new facilities and further will pay all cost of main-
taining, replacing, extending and renewing the street lighting facilities of Company in
City during the term of this Agreement, subject to the following exceptions: (i)
Company will furnish only the labor, transportation, and lamp renewals cost for mainte-
nance of street lighting facilities on La Harpe Boulevard and United States Highways
constructed and placed in use in the City of Little Rock after the execution of this
contract, and City will pay the cost of all materials required for the maintenance,
except lamp renewals, on these public ways. (ii) City will pay all costs including
both labor and materials for renewals, replacements, extensions and betterments except
lamp renewals to the City lighting facilities owned by the City or any other public
agency on La Harpe Boulevard and the United States Highways constructed and placed in
use after the execution of this contract. "; and Amendment B - "6. City reserves the
right to alter the construction schedule set forth in Paragraph 5 (d) as to the order
of construction of the various segments, except Segments 10, 11, 12 and 13 must be
constructed consecutively, and, further, once construction has begun on any segment
construction work on that segment will proceed until completion. Further, when City
directs Company to advance construction of a segment ahead in the schedule, Company
will be given a reasonable time within which to obtain materials and supplies for the
segment advanced in the construction program. The alteration of the construction
schedule shall not reduce the overall construction period of sixty -five (65) months.
The City reserves the right, at its option, to extend the construction schedule speci-
fied herein to the extent that all segments will be completed by the tenth anniversary
of this contract, but City agrees that it will not so change the schedule of construc-
tion so that all the segments will not have been completed during the ten -year period."
Said motion for amendment was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said proposed ordinance was then read the
second time as amended. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for third and final
reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,842, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE INSTALLATION AND CLEANING OF CLEANED -IN -PLACE
MILK PIPELINE SYSTEMS ON DAIRY FARMS; REQUIRING A PERMIT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF PIPE-
LINE SYSTEMS, PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
communication from Dr. T. M. Dick, Director of Milk and Dairy Division of the Little
Rock Health Department, stating that the ordinance had the approval of representatives
of the industry, dealers in, and manufacturers of this equipment, and had been approved
as to form and validity by the City Attorney. Upon motion of Director Langford, sec-
onded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directo:
present, being.seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Il'I Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
III Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 7 of Ordinance No. 10,842 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none
II There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,843, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
III AND RECONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, BOTH PRIVATE AND COMMERCIAL, CURBS AND
GUTTERS ON PUBLIC PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR PERMITS.TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY BUILDING
it INSPECTOR UPON WRITTEN APPLICATION AND A FEE; ADOPTING STANDARDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
j SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE
III LOCATION AND GRADES FOR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, CURBS AND GUTTERS TO BE ESTABLISHED BY
li THE CITY ENGINEER, PROVIDING FOR APPROVAL BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PROVIDING A PENALTY;
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l PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS; PROVIDING FOR RIGHT OF APPEAL; PROVIDING FOR THE VALIDITY OF THIS
ORDINANCE; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; REPEALING ORDINANCES NUMBERED 10,807, 10,815 AND
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10,816; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Mayor Knoop then presented a communication
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from Mr. E. L. McHaney, Attorney representing the various major oil companies in the
City, which stated that this ordinance contains all the changes in the original draft
agreed to by Mr. DeNoble, Traffic Engineer for the City, John Taylor, City Engineer,
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(! and Mr. L. M. Cook, who represented the major oil companies operating retail service
stations in Little Rock, and was entirely acceptable in its present form to Mr. Cook
and the companies for whom he acted as spokesman in various meetings with City Official
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Ali Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and
the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
No. 10,843
The emergency section, being Section 12 of Ordinance /was read and, was adopted
by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
iThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,844, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND GRANT AN OPTION TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 10,830;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re; Sale of Fire Station No. 4 on East Capitol Avenue for Right -of -Way of proposed
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September 2, 1958 - Cont'd.
Expressway on East Side of City); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motio
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the member
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of th
members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present,' being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, the
rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as fol-
lows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop
and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,844 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes — none; Absent - none
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report from
the. Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of July, 1958. Upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, said Report was received and filed,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Municipal
Water Works for the year ending December 31, 1957, as previously filed in the office of
the City Manager. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, said
Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Sanitary
Sewer System for the year ending December 31, 1958, as previously filed in the office
of the City Manager. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin,
said Report was received and filed by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,845, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF EIGHTY -EIGHT DOLLARS AND TWENTY -FIVE
CENTS ($88.25) AS A REFUND FOR TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED PERSONS IN
THE AMOUNTS SHOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors pres-
ent, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in num-
ber and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motio
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Mayor Knoop then introduced Jan Carter, former City Engineer who assumed the
new position of Director of Public Works on September 1, 1958•
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
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motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
iflilladjourned at 9:00 o'clock p.m, to meet again on September 15, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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APPROVED:
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A$eMay'
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 15, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
-'The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
ession with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk,-and the
Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
iffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
;edings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
There was then presented a petition from Mrs. Anne Turner, requesting the
enewal of a Lease for the Second Floor Ballroom at the Fair Park Club House for a
6riod of One Year, for operating a School of Dance. Filed with said petition was a
ommunication from W. K. Amo, Superintendent of the Parks and Recreation Department,
tating that due to criticism it had been the usual policy of the Parks and Recreation
ommission not to Lease Park property to private individuals, but that the use of this
pace by Mrs. Turner for the past year had been satisfactory, and the rent of $115.00
er month had been beneficial in maintaining the Golf Course at Fair Park. Upon motion
f Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, said petition was granted by
imous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
olution No. 2232).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2232, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER
AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR CERTAIN
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, TO MRS. ED TURNER;
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Second Floor Ballroom at Fair Park Club House); which resolution was read in
and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, was adopted
September 15, 1958 - Conttd.
by the following roll call: Ayes -Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was again presented the petition from Arkansas Baptist Hospital for
reclassification of property on the North side of West Eleventh Street, between Wolfe
and Marshall Streets, described as Lots 4, 5, 6, 7, and the South 41 feet of Lot 81
Block 12, Marshall and Wolfe Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the
present "C" Two - family District to that of "H" Business District property; which
petition had previously been presented on August 18, 1958 and September 2, 1958,
together with a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving the
rezoning of said property; and communications from the Administrator of Arkansas
Baptist Hospital stating the purposes for the use of said property; and after numerous
verbal protests on those dates, the said petition was placed on the calendar. Director
Baldwin moved, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the Petition be tabled indefinitell
with the recommendation that people affected in the area be notified when it was next
presented, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present,
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition of Mrs. Gussie Alman, by John H. Haley, Attorney, for reclassificat
of property at the Southwest corner of West 10th and Arch Streets, being Lots 8, 9, 10,
and the East 94 feet o£.Lots 11 and 12, all in Block 132 of the Original City of Little
Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "H"
Business District property. (Area increased by the Planning Commission to include
property from the center of.the 900 Block on Arch Street to West 11th Street - See
Tract 12 -A).,
Petition from Drs. E. C. Reed and Howard M. Armstrong, for reclassification
of property on the Northeast corner of West 12th and Bishop Streets, described as Lots
5 and 6, Block 409, Lincoln's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the
present "C" Two - Family District to that of "D" Apartment District property; and
Petition from the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, for reclassi-
fication of property on U. S. Highway No. 65 and 38th Street, being Blocks 1 through 6,
Granite Mountain Light Industrial Subdivision of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
from the present "B" Residence and "F" Commercial District to that of "I" Light Indus-
trial District property. (Area increased slightly by the Little Rock Planning Commis-
sion - See Tract 12 -C).
Said petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed also was a communication from
Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that Public Hearing was held by
the Little Rock Planning Commission on September 4, 1958 on said petitions at which
time a motion was adopted to approve same. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Blankenship, said petitions were granted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,846).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,846, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
l� Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
itnumber and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
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Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford-
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Petition from 0. L. and Dorothy L. Eakin, and
Raleigh R. and Hazel Olinger, representing themselves to be the owners of property
I'l abutting upon a portion of Summit Avenue proposed to be closed, asking the City to
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vacate, abandon and close that portion of Summit Avenue lying between and adjacent to
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Lots 6, 7 and 8, Block 3; and Lots 9, 10, and 11, Block 2, Union Depot Addition to the
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City of Little Rock, Arkansas. Filed with said petition was a communication from
(Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that due to excessive grades
that the extension of this street into West Markham would be impractical and further,
it that the affected properties can be better developed by abandoning this right -of -way
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and replatting this part of the old subdivision. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, public hearing on the petition was set for Monday,
I�October 6, 1958 at 7:30 o1clock p.m. in the Board of Directors Chamber, by unanimous
Il viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution
No. 2233).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2233, entitled:
A RESOLUTION SETTING THE DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO CLOSE THAT
PORTION OF SUMMIT AVENUE LYING BETWEEN AND ADJACENT TO LOTS 6, 7 AND 8, BLOCK 3 AND
LOTS 9, 10 AND 11, BLOCK 2, UNION DEPOT ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
IlDirector Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
�II There were then presented the Resignations of Andrew E. Harrelson and Carl W.
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,IWilliams, members of the Board of Commissioners of Street Improvement District No. 602
of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and Certificate signed by the remaining Commis-
sioner on the Board, and the Attorney for the District, recommending the appointment of
Connor Morehead and Floyd Bruce, as Commissioners to fill the vacancies. Upon motion
iof Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, said resignations were accepted,
and Certificate approved and received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the
I'll members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2234).
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l� There was then presented Resolution No. 2234, entitled:
'I RESOLUTION FOR APPOINTMENT TO FILL VACANCIES IN THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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�I OF STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 602;
111 which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
IIIIWinburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a Petition signed by numerous residents in the
Broadmoor- College Terrace Additions of the City of Little Rock, requesting the Board
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of Directors to have Citizens Coach Company provide Bus Service in that area. Mr.
Kenneth C. Kaufman, representing the petitioners, was then extended the'courtesy of
the floor and stressed the need for this service. Mr. David S. Durbin, Vice - President '
of Citizens Coach Company, then offered to meet with the representatives of the area to
determine where and how often service was needed. He stated that there were some street
under construction that should be completed before the service was begun. Mr. Durbin
requested that Citizens Coach Company have confirmation of any action taken at this time
by the Board of Directors for Bus Service in this area. Director Mrs. Dixon moved,
seconded by Director Baldwin, that Bus Service in the Broadmoor- College Terrace Addition)
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be commenced on a trial basis for a period of One Month, after meetings had been held
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between representatives of the petitioners and Officials of Citizens Coach Company,
which motion was adopted by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10;847, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF THE STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM AND RELATED
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT
COMPANY FOR $104,000.00; AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
WITH ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR SUCH SALE AND PROVIDING A SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS
IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $104,000.00; AND PROVIDING FOR THE OPERATION OF SAID STREET
LIGHTING SYSTEM; CREATING AN EMERGENCY; AND OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
August 18, 1958 and the second time as amended on September 2, 1958. The Aye and No
vote was then taken on the Question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
The'emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,847 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship; Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,848, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY TO OWN, OPERATE
AND MAINTAIN A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM WITHIN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND TO USE THE
STREETS AND PUBLIC WAYS OF THE CITY FOR THIS PURPOSE; AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND THE ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY FOR SAID COMPANY TO
FURNISH STREET LIGHTING SERVICE TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND ITS INHABITANTS; AND
PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT BY THE CITY TO SAID COMPANY FOR SUCH SERVICE; CREATING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; II
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
August 18, 1958, and the second time as'amended on September 2, 1958. The Aye and No
vote was then taken on the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs, Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
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Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent'- none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed. I�
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,848 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin; Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,849, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINUMUM STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE SUB-
DIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LAND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION,OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
!PRESCRIBING PROCEDURAL REQUIREMENTS THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous ordi-
nance of similar title which was re- referred to the Little Rock Planning Commission on
July 28, 1958, together with a communication from the Planning Commission and Resolutio:
as adopted by the Little Rock Real Estate Board, requesting a revision of the proposed
ordinance. (See Petition File - September 15, 1958 for previous ordinance and communi-
cations). Filed with the revised ordinance at this time was a communication from
Julius Breckling, Jr., stating that the Planning Commission had approved this revised
ordinance after meetings with the Committee which was appointed to make recommendations
to the Planning Commission. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimou
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
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ILangford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the
, ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
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IShall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
liWinburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
II none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Communication
from Planning Commission received and filed).
The emergency section, being Section 14 of Ordinance No. 10,849 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES AND DRIVERS THEREOF IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING
ORDINANCES NO. 6896, 8088, AND SECTION 2 (c) AND 19 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5876; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time on August 18, 1958 and placed on the
calendar, and no action taken on September 2, 1958 and was again placed on the calendar
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, action was again deferred and the
,'City Attorney was requested to prepare a proposed amendment to be presented on second
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reading of the proposed ordinance at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors on
jOctober 6, 1958.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,850, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 (ONE) OF ORDINANCE NO. 8810, SAME BEING "AN
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ii ORDINANCE WAIVING THE BUILDING PERMIT FEES FOR CHURCHES AND CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS,
�I AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT TO ISSUE SUCH PERMITS, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES AND DRIVERS THEREOF IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING
ORDINANCES NO. 6896, 8088, AND SECTION 2 (c) AND 19 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5876; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time on August 18, 1958 and placed on the
calendar, and no action taken on September 2, 1958 and was again placed on the calendar
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, action was again deferred and the
,'City Attorney was requested to prepare a proposed amendment to be presented on second
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reading of the proposed ordinance at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors on
jOctober 6, 1958.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,850, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 (ONE) OF ORDINANCE NO. 8810, SAME BEING "AN
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�I AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT TO ISSUE SUCH PERMITS, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
September 15, 1958 - Cont1d. _
(Re: Waiver subject to approval of Director Public Works); which ordinance was read
the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two-
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absen
none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,851, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION ONE (1) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,.782 BY APPROPRIATING
FOURTEEN THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED THIRTY -FIVE DOLLARS ($11},735.00) TO ACCOUNT NUMBER 87
AND EIGHTEEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($18,000.00) TO ACCOUNT NUMBER 136 FROM UNAPPROPRIATED
SURPLUS NOW EXISTING IN THE STREET FUND; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Additional Traffic Signals & Supplies; Overtime Salaries & Materials for Re-
surfacing of Streets); which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance
read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,851 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2235, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ALLOCATING THE SURPLUS AMOUNT OF MONEY REMAINING AFTER THE PAYMENT
OF THE .5% AIRPORT, HOSPITAL AND FIRE EQUIPMENT BONDS OF 1929, WITH ALL INTEREST THEREON,
SAID BONDS HAVING BEEN ISSUED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 4497 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE
N0. L498 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. The City Attorney stated to the Board of Directors
that this action by the Board on this and other surplus Bond Funds was necessary prep-
aratory to the filing of a test case to determine the possibility of spending the
remaining balances in these funds for related purposes for which they were issued, aft
the bonds had been paid off. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Baldwin, said resolution was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
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No. 22 6 entitled:
presented Resolution
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A RESOLUTION ALLOCATING THE SURPLUS AMOUNT OF MONEY REMAINING AFTER THE
PAYMENT OR PROVISION FOR PAYMENT OF THE 22% FAIR PARK IMPROVEMENT BONDS WITH ALL
INTEREST THEREON, SAID BONDS HAVING BEEN ISSUED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 6000 OF THE
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which ordinance was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
fill Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2237, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION ALLOCATING THE SURPLUS AMOUNT OF MONEY REMAINING AFTER THE
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PAYMENT OR PROVISION FOR PAYMENT OF THE FIRE APPARATUS AND FIRE STATION BONDS OF 1953
(WITH ALL INTEREST THEREON, SAID BONDS HAVING BEEN ISSUED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 9113
ICI OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
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none; Absent none.
hl There was then presented Resolution No. 2238, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION ALLOCATING THE SURPLUS AMOUNT OF MONEY REMAINING IN THE GARBAGE
PLANT CONSTRUCTION FUND; ISSUED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 9746 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE
'CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�i which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Ili Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
Il none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2239, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ALLOCATING THE SURPLUS AMOUNT OF MONEY REMAINING AFTER THE
PAYMENT OF THE 112% GENERAL OBLIGATION CITY LIBRARY BONDS, WITH ALL INTEREST THEREON,
SAID BONDS HAVING BEEN ISSUED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 9448 OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE
III CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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�I which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Board of Directors
recessed at 9:15 o'clock P.M. subject to recall by the Mayor.
(ATTEST: APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 22, 1958 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in reconvene
session from September 15, 1958 upon recall by. the Mayor, with Mayor W. C. Knoop
presiding, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk, and the following Directors present:
Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Absent -
Director Baldwin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,852, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE SUBMITTING AT THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK ON NOVEMBER 4, 1958, THE QUESTION OF ISSUING BONDS FOR THE SEVERAL
DIFFERENT PURPOSES THEREIN LISTED, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF AMENDMENT NO. 13 TO THE
CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Baldwin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 8 of Ordinance No. 10,852 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Baldwin - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the Board of
Directors adjourned at 7:55 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, October 6, 1958 at
7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meetings held on September 15,1958
and reconvened session of September 22, 1958, was dispensed with upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, and said minutes approved.
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, was placed on the calendar for the next
regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
present.
There was then presented a communication from,the Little Rock Planning Commis -
Sion relative to the Disapproved Zoning Petition of -Rowan M.- Butner, for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Southwest corner of 9th and Barber Streets, being Lots 1, 25
II and 3, Block 3, Masonic Addition, from the present "C" Two - family District to that of
I�I "F" Commercial District property, recommending to the Board'of Directors the disapprova
' of said property, and stating that the above described tract is in the right -of -way of
the proposed 8th Street East and West Expressway. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
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seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said communication received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the
IIII members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the petition from 0. L. and Dorothy L. Eakin, and
Raleigh R. and Hazel Olinger, representing themselves to*be the owners of property
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abutting upon a portion of Summit Avenue proposed to be closed, asking the City to
vacate, abandon and close that portion of Summit Avenue lying between and adjacent to
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Lots 6, 7 and 8, Block 3; and Lots 9, 10, and 11, Block 2, Union Depot Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas; together with the communication as filed and presented
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with said petition on September 15, 1958 approving said closure, at which time public
hearing was set for this date and time by Resolution No. 2233. It -was then stated
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that Notice had been published on September 20, 1958 and September 27, 1958 notifying
all persons interested to appear and they would be heard on the matter. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were then given an opportunity to be heard. There being no protest
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presented, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, said petitio'.
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was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present. (See proposed Ordinance below.)
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING THAT PORTION OF SUMMITT AVENUE LYING BETWEEN AND ADJACEN'
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TO LOTS 6, 7 AND 8, BLOCK 3 AND LOTS 9, 10 AND 11, BLOCK 2, UNION DEPOT ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, was placed on the calendar for the next
regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
present.
There was then presented a communication from,the Little Rock Planning Commis -
Sion relative to the Disapproved Zoning Petition of -Rowan M.- Butner, for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Southwest corner of 9th and Barber Streets, being Lots 1, 25
II and 3, Block 3, Masonic Addition, from the present "C" Two - family District to that of
I�I "F" Commercial District property, recommending to the Board'of Directors the disapprova
' of said property, and stating that the above described tract is in the right -of -way of
the proposed 8th Street East and West Expressway. Upon motion of Director Griffin,
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seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said communication received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the
IIII members of the Board of Directors present.
October 6, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,853, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 620
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OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with said ordinance was
a communication from.Willis Townsend, Attorney for said improvement district, stating
that the assessments in Street Improvement District No. 620-and Curb and Gutter improve-
ment District No. 621 were.based upon actual bids for construction of the - projects; and
requesting the Board of Directors to suspend the rules for second and third readings of
the ordinance to assess the benefits in Street Improvement District No. 620, and Curb
and Gutter Improvement District No. 621, thereby passing both ordinances at this meeting.
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Said communication further stated that this would enable the districts to use the bids
submitted and to commence work on the projects before the bad winter weather arrives.
Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the
ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present, being.six in number and more than two - thirds of'the members of'the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,854, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT NO. 621 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors pres-
ent, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - .total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Report of Commissioners for Annex No. 1 to Sewer
Improvement District No. 130 -of Little Rock, Arkansas,;giving estimated cost of
improvements, with Engineer's detailed report attached thereto, stating.plans and
specifications thereon. Upon motion of Director Blankenship; seconded by Director
Griffin, said Report was approved, and received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See.Resolution No. 2240).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 22401 entitled:
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RESOLUTION APPROVING REPORT OF COMMISSIONERS ON PLANS AND ESTIMATED COST OF
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IMPROVEMENTS IN ANNEX-NO. 1 TO SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE.ROCK,
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(Appointing Assessors); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director
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Blankenship, seconded-by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin , Mrs. Dixon , Blankenshi p, Griffin , Mayor Knoo p, and Langford -
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(total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then-presented a petition from a large number of property owners in
the Southwest part of the City of Little Rock, from 19th and Elm Streets, 19th-and
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Peyton Streets on to Asher Avenue, requesting Special Street Improvement District
No. 567 and Curb and Gutter No. 568 to furnish proper drainage to divert surface water
from troubled areas in this vicinity. Filed in connection with the matter was a com-
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imunication from J. B. Carter, Director of Public Works for the City, recommending the
following:
"1. The- petition be referred to the Commissioners of the
Districts for a study by their engineer.
2. The Improvement Districts engineer make his findings
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and recommendations for correction of the drainage
problems available to the Board and this office.
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3. The Commissioners take whatever steps available to them
. -to correct the drainage problems as recommended by their,
engineer and approved by this office as soon as possible."
Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the recommendation of the
Director of Public Works was adopted.
There was then presented a Comparative Report of Income Account from the
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Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of August, 1958, which report, upon
'emotion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was received and filed
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by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
(Memorial Auditorium for the period ending June 30, 1958. Upon motion of Director Mrs,
Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, Report
said was received and filed by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 100855, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION OF PROPERTY FOR CITY PURPOSES
FOR THE YEAR 1958 FOR VARIOUS FUNDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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,present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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(Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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land more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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(Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
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the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
(passed.
October 6, 1958 - Cont'd.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,855 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Director Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,856, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED TWENTY -EIGHT DOLLARS AND
TWENTY -FIVE CENTS ($128.25) AS A REFUND FOR TRAFFIC FINES•COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE
NAMED PERSONS IN THE AMOUNTS SHOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six :in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-elect,, upon motion
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon,said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,857, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF EIGHT THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED THIRTY -ONE
DOLLARS AND NINETY -EIGHT CENTS ($8,131.98) FROM THE STREET FUND PAYABLE TO MARK G.
GARVER FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Widening of Hayes Street, Eight Street, and Cantrell Road);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended.and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,858, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, ON THE PURCHASE OF A CIVIL DEFENSE PUBLIC WARNING SYSTEM FOR THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF EIGHT THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED SEVENTY -
EIGHT DOLLARS AND FORTY CENTS ($8,678.40) THEREFOR; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2241, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ALLOCATING THE SURPLUS AMOUNT OF MONEY REMAINING IN THE GARBAGE
DISPOSAL PLANT BOND FUND ISSUED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 9746 OF THE ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs, Dixon, seconded by
(Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
WIIAbsent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2242, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK WITH THE ARKANSAS
LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION AS SET OUT HEREIN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
i(Re: Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, Livestock Show Area
lProject, Project ARK R -2, Area (C); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following
boll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
('and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2243, entitled:
' A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
IAND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Traffic Signals and Controls, etc.,); which resolution was read in full and,
upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, was adopted by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1
There was then presented Resolution No. 2244, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Cash Receipting and Validating Machine); which resolution was read
in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, was
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
' (Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a communication from Mayor George Christopher of
San Francisco, President of the American Municipal Association, extending an invitation
to the officials of the City of Little Rock, to the 35th Annual American Municipal
Congress to be held in Boston, Massachusetts, from November 30 - December 3, 1958.
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Mayor Knoop requested Ancil M. Douthit, Assistant City Manager to check into the matter
of the policy of the City in the past on participation in various Municipal Groups
regarding dues and attendance. (Communication received and filed). '
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:30 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, October 20, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock!,;
p.m.
ATTEST: l_ APPROVED:
City Clerk. _ May _
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock,.Arkansas,
October 20, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford. '
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,859, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING THAT PORTION OF SUMMITT AVENUE LYING BETWEEN AND
ADJACENT TO LOTS 6, 7 AND 80 BLOCK 3 AND LOTS 90 10 AND 11, BLOCK 29 UNION DEPOT
ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on October 6,
1958 and placed on the calendar. (See Petition of 0. L. and Dorothy Eakin, and Raleigh
and Hazel Olinger, granted on October 6, 1958). Upon motion of Director Baldwin,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
October 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a Petition from Success Corporation, Barbara Keady,
and First National Bank in Little Rock, Guardian, representing themselves to be the
owners of all lands abutting upon certain portions of "C" Street, also known as "J"
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I; Street,.Success Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, asking the City to
vacate, abandon, and close said street, described as follows, to -wit:
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Those portions of "C" Street, also known as "J" Street,
Success Addition to Little Rock, Arkansas, adjacent to
and abutting on the South lines of Block 6, 7, and 8,
and the North boundaries of Blocks 9, 10, 11, of the
said Success Addition to the City of Little Rock;
being "J" Street from the West Line of Hughes Street to the East Line of Bryant Street.
Upon motion 6f D.3,rector Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous
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viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, Monday, November 3,
1958, at 7:30 o'clock p.m, in the Board of Directors Chamber, City Hall, was set as the
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and place for public hearing thereon. (See Resolution No. 2245).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2245, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON
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AND CLOSE CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Langford,-was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,860, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES IN THE CITY OF
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LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING FOR THE LICENSING OF PRIVATE AMBULANCES AND DRIVERS THEREOF IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF; REPEALING
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ORDINANCES NO. 6896, 8088, AND SECTION 2 (c) AND 19 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5876; DECLARING
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AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous
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ordinance of same title which had been presented on August 18, 1958, September 2, 1958,
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and September 15, 1958, and referred to the City Attorney for amendments. Mayor Knoop
i then extended the courtesy of the floor to Mr. Frank Potter of the Arkansas Automobile
iClub,
who in turn introduced Dr. Woodbridge E. Morris, Mr. Ronald Mays, Attorney, and
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Mr. Henry Russell, President of the Arkansas Automobile Club, representing members of
the Automobile Association and Medical Association, who recommended the passage of the
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ordinance to control spped and safety for the operation of ambulances in the City.
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After lengthy discussion of the ordinance, Director Winburn moved, seconded by Director
(Baldwin,
that the ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at the next
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regular meeting of the Board of Directors. Dr. Morris again stressed the need for the
immediate passage of the ordinance to regulate drivers of ambulances; and it was agreed
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the Board of Directors that the ordinance would be passed in its present form, with
the provision that an amending ordinance would be prepared by the City Attorney and
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at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors to clarify certain
terms, viz: "Emergency; Issuance of License; and Revoking of License ". As a substi-
tute to the original motion, Director Griffin then moved, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance be placed on second reading, which
motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs, Dixon,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
IlBlankenship
- total 1. Whereupon,
said ordinance was read the second time; and by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 13 of Ordinance No. 10,860 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented an Interim Audit Report for the period ending August
31, 1958 as prepared by Russell Brown and Company, Certified Public Accountants. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, said report was approved,
and received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
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There was then presented a Budget Summary and Estimated Revenue Report for thJ
llmonth
of September, 1958, which report, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded byl
!Director Griffin, was approved, received and filed.by unanimous viva voce vote of the
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members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented by the Mayor the re- appointment of Mr. Jack East, Sr.,
as a member of the Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission for a term of five years,
effective November 1, 1958. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director
Griffin, said appointment was approved and confirmed by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,861, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF THIRTY -TWO DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS
($32.50) AS A REFUND FOR TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED PERSONS IN THE
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AMOUNTS SHOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO
EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - Director Langford -
total 1; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,862, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
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AND ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK WITH THE SHOUP VOTING
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October 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
MACHINE CORPORATION FOR THE LEASE OF FIVE (5) VOTING MACHINES; APPROPRIATING NINE
HUNDRED ELEVEN DOLLARS AND FIFTY CENTS ($911.50) FOR RENTAL OF SAID MACHINES;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANT IN PAYMENT THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
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none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then Resolution No. 2246,
presented entitled:
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A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE HIGH BID OF ESSO STANDARD OIL COMPANY OF MEMPHIS,
TENNESSEE, ON CERTAIN PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK LOCATED AT 707 EAST
CAPITOL AVENUE IN LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, AS DESCRIBED HEREIN; AUTHOR-
IZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A QUITCLAIM DEED ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK FOR CONVEYANCE OF SAID PROPERTY TO ESSO STANDARD OIL COMPANY OF MEMPHIS,
(TENNESSEE, FOR CONSIDERATION OF EIGHTEEN HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($1800.00); AND
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2247, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION AND MR. HARRY
PARKIN;
(Re:
(Re: Cooperation with the City on proposed Projects on Improvements and Widening West
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Eighth Street, and Highway No. 10);
(which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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,Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
In connection with the adoption of Resolution No. 22
p 47, Director Griffin
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(requested that a Certified Copy of the Resolution be mailed to each member of the
Arkansas State Highway Commission and Mr. Herbert Eldridge, Director.
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Director Griffin then called to the attention of the members of the Board of
IDirectors that a meeting for the discussion of the proposed $4,590,000 Bond Issue to
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be voted on in the November 4, 1958 General Election, would be held in the Union Bank
Auditorium at 3:00 o'clock Thursda October
p.m. on y, usness
23, 1958 with the Business People
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of Little Rock, and urged all the members of the Board of Directors to be present.
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
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October 20, 1958 - Cont'd.
adjourned at 9:20 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, November.3, 1958 at 7 :30
o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
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APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 3, 1958 - 7 :30 P. M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
There was again presented the petition from Success Corporation, O: D: Hadf
Jr:,.Barbara.Keady, and:First':National Bank.in Littl6oRock, Guardian; et al., represent
ing themselves to be the owners of all lands abutting upon certain portions of "C"
Street, also known as "J" Street, Success Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
asking the City to vacate, abandon, and close said street, described as follows, to -wit
Those portions of "C" Street, also known as "J" Street, Success -
Addition to Little Rock, Arkansas, adjacent to and abutting on
the South lines of Block 6, 7, and 8, and the North boundaries
of Blocks 9, 10, 11, of the said Success Addition to the City of
Little Rock;
being "J" Street from the West Line of Hughes Street to the East Line of Bryant Street.
Filed with said petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission
recommending and approving the proposed closure of said street. Public hearing on the
petition had been set for this date and time by Resolution No. 2245; and it was stated
by the City Clerk that notice had been published on October 21, 1958 and October 28,
1958 notifying sll persons interested to appear and they would be heard thereon.
Whereupon, all persons so desiring were now heard therein. There being no protests
presented, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Baldwin, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said petitic
was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,863).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,863, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING, AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF "C" STREET, ALSO
KNOWN AS "J" STREET, IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS:
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes-
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - None: Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,864, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AN "E -1" QUIET BUSINESS AND INSTITUTIONAL
AND PROVIDING FOR REGULATIONS OF USE, HEIGHT, AND AREA THEREIN BY REVISING SECTION 2,
SECTION 51 AND ADDING SECTION 5 -A AND SECTION 12 -A TO ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the ordinance was a communication
from the Little Rock Planning Commission recommending and approving, stating that this
classification would provide for such uses as beauty shops, clinics, offices, (business,
insurance, or real estate), laboratories, (dental or optical), doctorts and other
professional offices. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two-
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixo
seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
rdinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn,
rs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none;
bsent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from Howard Binns for reclassification of property at 717 East 13th
Street, described as Lot 6, Block B, Winslow's Subdivision of Vance Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "D"
Apartment District property;
Petition from Gerland P. Patten for reclassification of property at the
Southwest corner of East 22nd and Scott Streets, described as Lots 6, 7, 8, Block 420,
Duval's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - family
District to that of "D" Apartment District property;
Petition from Mr. and Mrs. P. Jack Morgan for reclassification of property
on the North side of Roosevelt Road between Louisiana and Main Streets, described as
being the North 112 feet of the South 146 feet of the West 100 feet of Lot 2, Block 19,
Rapley's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - family
District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from E. L. Barclay for reclassification of property at the South-
east corner of Asher Avenue and Johnson Street, described as Lot 6, Block 2, C. E.
Gallagher's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B"
Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property; and
Petition from J. W. Spann for reclassification of property on the South side
of U. S. Highway No. 65 West of Carolina Street, described as Part of the NE4 of the
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November 3, 1950 - Cont'd.
INW4 of Section 24, T -1 -N, R -12 -W; from the present "A" One - family District to that of
"F" Commercial District property.
Said petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
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Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman. Filed with said petitions was a
communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission recommending the rezoning of the
property described in the above petitions; together with three additional tracts
proposed by the Planning Commission as follows:
Tract 13 -A, An area bounded on the north by East 6th Street, on the East
generally between the center of the blocks between Rock and Cumberland Streets, on the
South by the center of the 800 block on Cumberland Street, on the West between the
center of the blocks between Cumberland and Scott Streets; being Lots 1 through 6,
inclusive, and the west 75 feet of Lots 10,11, and 12, all in Block 41, Lots 1 through
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6, inclusive, Block 42, Lots 1 through 3, inclusive, Block 43, Lots 12, 11, and the
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South One -half of 10, Block 26, Lots 7 through 12, inclusive, Block 28, all in the
Original City of Little Rock; from the present "E" Apartment and "G" Commercial
Districts to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District property;
Tract 13 -B, Generally, an area bounded on the North by East 4th Street, on
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the East generally by the center of the block between Rock and Cumberland Streets, on
the South by East 6th Street, on the West by the center of the block between Cumberland-
and Scott Streets; being Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 39, Lots 10, 11, and 12, Block 30,
Lots 1 through 6, inclusive, and the West 26 feet of 7 and the West 26 feet of the
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South 10 feet of 8, all in Block 40, Lots 7 through 12, inclusive, Block 29, all in the
Original City of Little Rock; from the present "E" Apartment and "G" Commercial District
to that of "H" Business District property; and
Tract 13 -C, An area bounded on the North by East 4th Street, on the East by
Commerce Street, on the South by East 5th Street, on the West by the Center of the
block between Rock and Cumberland Streets, and that area generally being the N2 of the
blocks between Ferry and Rock: Streets, on East 5th Street; being Lots 7 through 12,
inclusive, Block 39, Lots 10, 11, and 12, Block 40, Lots 2 and 3, Block 150, Lots 1
through 6, inclusive, Block 149, all in the Original City of Little Rock, Lots 1
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through 6, inclusive, Block 17, Popets Addition, the West 137.5 feet of the Trapnall
block, the West 110 feet of the North 175.7 feet of the East 260 feet of the Trapnall
block, the East 150 feet of the North 150 feet of the East 150 feet of the Trapnall
block, Lots 1, 2, 3, and 10, 11, and 12, Block 1, Stevenson's Addition; from the presen
"D" Apartment and "H" Business Districts to that of "F" Commercial District property.
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous
viva voce vote of-the members of the Board of Directors present, said petitions were
granted and': 'c6 miunication approved, and received and filed. (See Ordinance No. 10,865).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,865, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Langford., and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the
second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
November 3, 1958 - Cont'd.
being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors
elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules
were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and
No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2248, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS
PROVIDED FOR IN SECTION 3.5.7.1 (b) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,849 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
UPON THE RECOMMENDATION AND APPROVAL OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Subdivision Plats approved by the Little Rock Planning Commission);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
Auditorium for the period ending September 30, 1958. Upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, said report was Approved, Received and Filed, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of September, 1958, which
Report, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, was Approved,
Received and Filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board.of Director
present.
Director Langford then commended the Arkansas Democrat and Arkansas Gazette
for the support and publicity given the issues to be voted on in the November 4, 1958
General Election, especially the $4,590,000 Bond Issue. Director Blankenship suggested
that such commendation be put in resolution form and include all other channels of
publicity also. The City Attorney was requested to draft said resolution to be
presented at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors.
There being no further business to be presented at this meeting, the Board
of Directors recessed at 9:05 o'clock P.M. subject to recall by the Mayor.
ATTEST:
D�-1 / Jee.sav✓
C..itcy Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 10, 1958 - 4:00 P. M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in reconvened
session upon call by the Mayor with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline
G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - Total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
Director Winburn was enrolled.
In connection with the passage on September 22, 1958 of Ordinance No. 10,852,
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE SUBMITTING AT THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK ON NOVEMBER 4, 1958, THE QUESTION OF ISSUING BONDS FOR THE SEVERAL DIFFERS:
PURPOSES THEREIN LISTED, UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF AMENDMENT NO. 13 TO THE CONSTITUTION
OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY "; there was then presented a
Certificate of the Board of Election Commissioners of Pulaski County stating that said
issue of bonds was approved by the electorate at the General Election held on
November 4, 1958 in the following amounts for the specified purposes, to -wit:
$1,800,000 for the acquisition of rights -of -way for
construction of public streets, alleys, and boulevards,
"FOR" 19,229 and "AGAINST" 2,942;
$1,350,0,00 for the construction of, widening, or straightening
of streets, alleys and boulevards,
"FOR" 19,094 and "AGAINST" 2,784;
$600,000 for the purchase, development and improvement of
public parks and flying fields,
"FOR" 18,197 and "AGAINST" 3,426;
$1,000,000 for the purchase of sites for, construction of,
and equipment of City Hall, Auditorium, and Prison,
"FOR" 17,803 and "AGAINST" 3,813; and
$200,000 for buildings for the housing of fire -
fighting apparatus,
"FORT 18,711 and "AGAINST" 2,793•
Filed with said Certificate was a Proclamation to be signed by the Mayor declaring the
results of said election. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
said Certificate was received and filed, and the Mayor authorized to sign said
Proclamation.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,866, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION OF PROPERTY FOR CITY PURPOSES
FOR THE YEAR 1958 FOR VARIOUS FUNDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 10,855; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board
of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; an
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford)
- total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,866 was read and,'
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2249, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NOTICE OF SALE OF PART OR ALL OF THE $4,950,000
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS BONDS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
iWinburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
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none; Absent - none.
The emergency section,being Section .4 of Resolution No. 2249 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2250, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING PROVISIONS AND CONDITIONS OF MINUTE
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ORDER NO. 2976 OF THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION DATED OCTOBER 7, 1958, PROVIDIN
IIFOR
THE WIDENING OF HIGHWAY 10 FROM LA HARPE BOULEVARD TO THE LITTLE ROCK CITY LIMIT;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes
(none; Absent - none:
There was then presented Resolution No. 2251, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE PROVISIONS OF MINUTE ORDER NO. 2977
OF THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION DATED OCTOBER 7, 1958, RELATIVE TO THE PROPOSAL
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OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF EIGHTH STREET IN SAID CITY AS AN
-WEST EXPRESSWAY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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iwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2252, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION TO CONVEY THE GRATITUDE AND HUMBLE APPRECIATION OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS TO THE VOTERS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THEIR CONFIDENCE
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IN AND OVERWHELMING ENDORSEMENT OF THE BOND ISSUES FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS VOTED ON AT
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THE NOVEMBER 43 1956, GENERAL ELECTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
liDirector
Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
,Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2253, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE PRESS AND RADIO AND TELEVISION STATIONS IN THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THEIR WHOLEHEARTED SUPPORT AND ENDORSEMENT OF ALL
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ISSUES PLACED ON THE NOVEMBER 41 1958, GENERAL ELECTION BALLOT BY THE CITY GOVERNMENT;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting,
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Board of
Directors recessed at 5:45 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Wednesday, November 12, 1958
at 4:00 o'clock p.m. for the purpose of determining the amount of Bonds to be sold-at
this time in the Capital Improvements Bond Issue.
ATTEST:- e / APPROVED:
City Clerk Ma r
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 12, 1958 - 4:00 P. M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in re-
convened session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson,
and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin and
Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. -
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There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had: _
_ The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
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In connection with the proposed issuance of Capital Improvements Bonds as a
result of the approval by the electorate of $4,950,000 in the November 4, 1958 General
Election; and the matter of determining the amounts to be issued at this time, Mayor
Knoop then presented a breakdown of the various issues as recommended by his Committee,
and to be used in the prospectus, as follows:
$1,500,000 for the acquisition of rights -of -way for
construction of public streets, alleys, and
boulevards;
$ 850,000 for the construction of, widening, or straighten -
ing of streets, alleys and boulevards;
$ 400,000 for the purchase, development and improvement of
public parks and flying fields;
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$ 400,000 for the purchase of sites for, construction of, and
equipment of city hall, auditorium and prison;
$ 150,000 for buildings for the housing of fire fighting
,apparatus.
Total $3,300,000
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After discussion between the members of the Board of Directors and the City Manager on
the matter, and the question of convertible or non - convertible bonds and whether the
bids would be auction or sealed bids, the following motions were made:
Director Blankenship moved that the amounts as proposed by Mayor Knoop be
approved, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and was adopted by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
Director Griffin moved that the bids be auction bids, which motion was
seconded by Director Blankenship, and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
Director Langford moved that the bonds be non - convertible, which motion was
seconded by Director Baldwin, and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors, Baldwin, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being no further business to be presented at this meeting, upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors adjourned at
4:35 P. M. to meet again on Monday, November 17, 1958, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
TTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chasdber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 17, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meetings held November 3, 1958,
and reconvened meetings held on November 10, 1958 and November 12, 1958, was .dispensed
with and said minutes approved as written, upon.motion of Director Mrs. Dixon., seconded
by Director Griffin, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2254, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PUBLICATION OF THE NOTICE OF SALE OF $3,300,000
AD VALOREM IMPROVEMENT BONDS DATED DECEMBER 1, 1958;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn.- total 1.
The emergency section., being Section 3 of Resolution. No. 2254 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blanken-
ship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Winburn..
There was then.presented Ordinance No. 10,867, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FORTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($40.00)
AS A REFUND OF TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED PERSON IN THE AMOUNT
SHOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANT THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Baldwin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon. the
question., Shall the Ordinance Passe the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,868, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REFUNDING PART OF FORFEITURE BOND MADE IN SATISFACTION OF
VIOLATIONS CHARGED BY ARREST NOTICE NO. B -22974 OF THE LITTLE ROCK TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS
111111BUREAU, DATED APRIL 12, 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; 1111111
November 17, 1958 - Cont'd.
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
Present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read.-the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion. of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question; Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin., Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2255, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING E. T. LEONARD AS COMMISSIONER OF STREET IMPROVEMENT
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Avenue and High Street, and the Southeast corner of Wright Avenue and High Street,
�IDISTRICT
NO. 582 TO FILL VACANCY;
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resolution was read in.full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
lAbsent
- Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a Petition from the Housing Authority of the City
of Little Rock, for reclassification of property at the Northeast corner of Wright
Avenue and High Street, and the Southeast corner of Wright Avenue and High Street,
(being
Lots 27, 28, 29 and 30, of Block 40 of Fulk's Subdivision.of Centennial Addition,
and the West 30 feet of Lot 1, all of Lots 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, of Block 1, of Fleming
and Bradford Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apart-
ment District to that of "F" Commercial District ro ert Said
P P y• petition carried the
following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by James H.
ILarrison,
Chairman; and filed herewith was a communication with Report on said Petition
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as approved by the Planning Commission and a proposed ordinance to rezone said property.
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being no protests to the proposed rezoning, upon. motion of Director Blankenship,
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seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon., said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote
;of
the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,869).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,869, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK '
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RKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
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FOR OTHER PURPOSES; _
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ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
irector Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
ipresent, being six in number and more than.two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Iirectors-
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
y unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors , g
I present being six in number
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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irector Baldwin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
�Iquestion,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
(Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
�Ilone;
Absent - Director Winburn..- total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
l ('massed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,870, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THAT BLIGHTED AND DETERIORATING AREA IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, DESCRIBED IN THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE WESTROCK AREA
PROJECT, PROJECT ARK -R -4, PREPARED AND PRESENTED BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; APPROVING SAID URBAN RENEWAL PLAN; PLEDGING THE CITY'S
COOPERATION IN CARRYING OUT SAID PLAN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed at this time in connection with the
ordinance, was a communication from W. K. Amo, Superintendent of the Parks and Recrea-
tion Department; addressed to the City Manager and Board of Directors, relative to the
proposed relocation of Cedar Hill Road across a portion of the ball field in Allsopp
(Park; and also to the provision in the will of Mr. Fred W. Allsopp dated March 16,'1946
regarding the bequest of $5,000.00 for improvements to Allsopp Park and adjoining
property, as follows: "... If within. the period of ten years from the date of my death
the City of Little Rock can and will arrange a feasible and satisfactory purchase plan
to acquire, by purchase or exchange, the present vacant lots and small houses in West
Rock Addition. sufficient to remove the present, objectionable eye -sore, and at the same
time annex such property to Allsopp Park, then and in that event, my said Trustees
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shall pay over said $5,000:00 to the City of Little Rock for the purpose aforesaid.."
Mr. Knox Banner, Executive Director of the Housing Authority -of the City of Lit£le.Rock,
assured the Board of Directors and Mr. Amo that the recommendations on both matters as
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noted in the communication had been considered and would be complied with in the devel-
opment.of the West Rock Area Project. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon., and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and -more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect; upon motion of
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Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
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the ordinance read the third and 'last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; -Noes -
none; Absent - -Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 9 of Ordinance No. 10,870.was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
(Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,871, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF
IICERTAIN'LANDS
LOCATED IN SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST, PULASKI COUNTY,
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed with said ordinance was a copy of the
Pulaski County Order dated October 16; 1957 approving said annexation, together with
attached Plat; and a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator
of the Little Rock Planning Commission., stating that the description. of property in
the proposed annexation was satisfactory, but that after discussion with the Public
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Works Director and City Engineer, it was their opinion -that this area should not be
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accepted by the City until they had made the necessary street inspections in Brookfield
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Subdivision. Upon motion by.Mayor Knoop, Mr. Jan Carter, Director of Public Works
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stated that these streets had been inspected and did not meet the present street
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specifications but were repairable. Mr. A. E. Townsend, Attorney representing the
petitioners for said annexation, then stated that the streets in Brookfield Subdivision."
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be repaired to meet the specifications required for streets in the City if the
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was annexed. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
(Griffin,
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
;six
in.number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
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the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous vote
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of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
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ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,ill
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the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. WI-je reupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Director Langford was excused.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2256, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
A DEED ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, CONVEYING CERTAIN PROPERTY
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Fire Station No. 4 property at 707 East Capitol Avenue); which resolution was read
in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was
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adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and
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Langford - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2257, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE CITIZENS COACH COMPANY TO EXTEND BUS SERVICES ON
A THIRTY DAY TRIAL BASIS TO BROADMOOR, COLLEGE TERRACE AND POINT OF WOODS AREAS WITHIN
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THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Baldwin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
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Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2258, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING_THE LOW BID OF AND AWARDING CONTRACT TO REBSAMEN MOTORS
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FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 1959 FORD STATION WAGON FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT;
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
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Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
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Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2259, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO REPRESENT THE BOARD OF
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DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE DELINQUENT TAX BOARD OF PULASKI COUNTY,
ARKANSAS; PRESCRIBING HIS AUTHORITY THEREIN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in.full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Griffin, was adopted by the following Roll Call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
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November 17, 1958 - Contd.
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes- none; Absent -
Directors Baldwin and Langford - total 2.
In connection with the adoption of Resolution No. 2259, Director Griffin
moved, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the Mayor appoint a Committee composed
of the City Attorney, City Manager, and Director Baldwin to assist and advise the
Mayor on matters pertinent to anal- presented to the Deliquent Tax Board, which motion .
was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present. -
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,872, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY FOR THE WIDENING
AND PAVING OF WEST THIRD STREET BETWEEN CROSS AND VICTORY STREETS AND STATE STREET -
BETWEEN SECOND STREET AND LA HARPE BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH SAID COMPANY FOR
SAID IMPROVEMENTS; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $27,162.83 DOLLARS THEREFOR; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE CITY'MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
WARRANTS IN PAYMENT THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; - '
which ordinance was read the first time. A representative of the Ben M. Hogan &
Company, then explained the difference of two types of construction as proposed in
their bid, one being designated as Typ- "A" Wall, and one as Type "B" Wall; Type "A"
Wall being constructed to lower the sidewalk to near street level,with a slight
increase in cost. After discussion on the matter between the members of the Board of
Directors and City Manager, it was unanimously agreed to accept the Type "A " Wall
construction; and upon motion of Director Griffin, secon.ded by Director Baldwin, and
by unanimous vote of-the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. By unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, and more than two- thirds of the members of
the Board of.Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the '
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Langford -
total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section., being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,872 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin., Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Langford - total 2.
There was then presented the Bond Continuation. Certificate for Clara K. Pike,
Clerk of the Municipal Court, from December 16, 1958 to December 16, 1959. Upon.
motion of Director Mrs; Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Bond Certificate
was approved, received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the-
Board of Directors present.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting, '
upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Baldwin, the Board of
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Directors adjourned at 8:15 o'clock p.m. to meet again. on Monday, December 1, 1958 at
7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST
APPROVED: AO-014
Ii Board of Directors Chamber,
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Little Rock, Ar.Ransas,
December 1, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin., Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of November 17, 1958 was
dispensed with and said minutes approved, upon. motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
Director Langford, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented Resolution.No. 2260, entitled:
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RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
ABANDONING AND CLOSING THE ALLEYS IN BLOCKS 18 AND 19,. POPE'S ADDITION TO THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ABANDONMENT AGREEMENT
BY THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK;
' which resolution.was read in.full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
Iby Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
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IBaldwin, Mrs. Dixon., Blankenship, Griffin., Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then introduced Director -elect James F. Hewitt, who was elected
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in the November 4, 1958 General Election., to succeed Director Warren E. Baldwin., who
(will retire December 31, 1958 for Position.Number One on the Board of Directors.
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There was then presented a Petition from East End Development Company, Inc.,
by C. C. Collie, Jr., asking the City to vacate and abandon, by Resolution, two alleys
in Blocks 18 and 19, Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, same lying
between Fourth Street and East Capitol Avenue, and Commerce and -Ferry Streets (said
alley in Block 18 running North and South through the middle of said block,: and the
alley in Block 19 running South from Fourth Street a distance of 160 feet between
Lots 4, 5 and 6-on the East and Lots 7, 8 and 9 on the West;, and thence turns West and
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runs between Lot 9 on. the North and Lot 10 on the South to Sherman Street), Said
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petition asked the City to enter into an Agreement for the closing and vacating of
these alleys in accordance with Section 19 -3817 of Act 210�of 1931, Arkansas Statutes,
and stated, among other things, that the petitioner was the sole owner of all of Blocks
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18 and 19, Pope's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas. Filed with said
petition were communications from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company, Arkansas Power
and Light Company, Little Rock Municipal Water Works, Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System
and Arkansas - Louisiana Gas Company, waiving objections to the proposed closure, subject
to utility easements; and a communication.from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Adminis-
Itrator
for the Little Rock Planning Commission, approving same. Upon motion of
IDirector
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin., and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, said petition was granted. (See
IIlResolution
No. 2260).
There was then presented Resolution.No. 2260, entitled:
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RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
ABANDONING AND CLOSING THE ALLEYS IN BLOCKS 18 AND 19,. POPE'S ADDITION TO THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN ABANDONMENT AGREEMENT
BY THE MAYOR AND THE CITY CLERK;
' which resolution.was read in.full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
Iby Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
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IBaldwin, Mrs. Dixon., Blankenship, Griffin., Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
December 1, 1958 - Con.ttd.
In connection.with the adoption of Resolution.No. 2260 providing for the
abandoning of the alleys in Blocks 18 and 19, Pope's Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, there was then presented a form of Agreement for same to be executed
by the East End Development Company, Inc., and the City of Little:Rock. Upon motion.
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the Mayor and City Clerk were
authorized and directed to execute said agreement in the name and on.behalf of the
City, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from Leonard J. and Gus Ottenheimer,
Wholesale Appliance Company, and Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company,
asking the City to close and abandon that.part of West Ninth Street running East and
West between Blocks One and Eight, bf.Roots:an.d Coys Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, which portion. is bounded on. the East by Thayer Street and on. the West
by the Right -of -Way of the Chicago,Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company. Upon.
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, Monday, December 15,
1958 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Board of Directors Chamber; City Hall, was set as
the time and place for public hearing on the petition. (See Resolution. No. 2261).
There was then.presented Resolution -No. 2261, entitled:,
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON
AND CLOSE CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Portion of West Ninth.Street between Thayer Street and Chicago, Rock Island and
Pacific Railroad Right -of -Way); which resolution. was read in. full and, upon motion.
of Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Langford, was adopted bycthe following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn. - total 1.
There was then. presented the Abstract of Votes as certified by the members
of the Pulaski County Board of Election Commissioners of the votes cast at the General
Election.held on November 4, 1958, showing the following total votes cast upon the
various candidates for City Offices; and upon.Ordinance.No. 10,852, proposing a
$4,950,000 Capital Improvements Bond Issue for the City of Little Rock.4 Arkansas:
FOR MUNICIPAL COURT JUDGE
First Division
- QUINN GLOVER, Democrat
_ Unopposed -
-- FOR CITY DIRECTORS
Position No. 1
C. E. HEER
6,680
JAMES F. HEWITT Z
15,659
Position No. 2
RAYMOND A. MILLS
7,079
HARDY L. WINBURN
15,959
Position No. 4
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G. W. BLANKENSHIF
163861
E. A. LAUDERDALE
62030
ORDINANCE NO. 10;852
FOR an issue of bonds in the _
amount of $1,800,000 for the
acquisition of rights -of -way
for the construction of public•
streets, alleys, and boulevards
19,229
AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
amount of $200,000 for buildings
for the housing of fire - fighting
apparatus 2,793
Said Certificate was signed by E. A. Henry, Chairman, Wylie Cavin, Sr., Member, and
W. H. Laubach, Secretary, constituting the Pulaski County Board of Election Commis-
sioners, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, was
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1, 1958 - Cont'd.
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AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
amount of $1,350,000 for the
amount of $1,800,000 for the
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acquisition of rights -of -way for
construction of, widening, or
construction of public streets,
alleys, and boulevards 2,942
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FOR an issue of bonds in the
straightening of streets, alleys
amount of $1,350,000 for the
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construction of, widening, or
and boulevards
straightening of streets, alleys
motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
and boulevards 19,094
AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
amount of $200,000 for buildings
for the housing of fire - fighting
apparatus 2,793
Said Certificate was signed by E. A. Henry, Chairman, Wylie Cavin, Sr., Member, and
W. H. Laubach, Secretary, constituting the Pulaski County Board of Election Commis-
sioners, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, was
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AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
and received and filed.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2263, entitled:
amount of $1,350,000 for the
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There was then presented a communication from Julius Breckling,
construction of, widening, or
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Administrator, stating that the term of
straightening of streets, alleys
Little Rock
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and boulevards
2,784
motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
FOR an issue of bonds in the amount
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Mrs. Dixon, Mr. Herman Bemberg
was re- appointed as a member of
of $600,000 for the purchase,
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('Planning
development and improvement of
years beginning November 1, 1958
and expiring
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public parks and flying fields
18,197
1, 1961, by the Following roll
it
AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
iBlankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
amount of $600,000 for the purchase,
Absent
development and improvement of
Winburn - total 1.
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public parks and flying fields
3,426
FOR an issue of bonds in the amount
of $1,000,000 for the purchase of
sites for, construction of, and
equipment of city hall, auditorium
and prison
17,803
AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
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amount of $1,000,000 for the
purchase of sites for, construction
of, and equipment of city hall,
auditorium and prison
3,813
FOR an issue of bonds in the amount
of $200,000 for buildings for the
housing of fire - fighting apparatus
18,711
AGAINST an issue of bonds in the
amount of $200,000 for buildings
for the housing of fire - fighting
apparatus 2,793
Said Certificate was signed by E. A. Henry, Chairman, Wylie Cavin, Sr., Member, and
W. H. Laubach, Secretary, constituting the Pulaski County Board of Election Commis-
sioners, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Baldwin, was
There was then presented Resolution No. 2262, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ORGANIZATION CHART FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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approved,
and received and filed.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2263, entitled:
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There was then presented a communication from Julius Breckling,
Jr., Planning
Administrator, stating that the term of
Mr. Herman Bemberg, member of the
Little Rock
Planning
Commission, had expired. Upon
motion of Director Baldwin, seconded by
�IlDirector
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Mrs. Dixon, Mr. Herman Bemberg
was re- appointed as a member of
the Little Rock
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('Planning
Commission for a term of three
years beginning November 1, 1958
and expiring
IlNovember
1, 1961, by the Following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon,
iBlankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent
IDirector
Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2262, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN ORGANIZATION CHART FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
A RESOLUTION COMMITTING THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CONTINUE FOR
THE YEAR 1959 ITS AGREEMENT WITH THE METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION FOR WORK
AND SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY SAID COMMISSION AND TO BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE A SUM OF
,j`IAbsent
- Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2263, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMITTING THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CONTINUE FOR
THE YEAR 1959 ITS AGREEMENT WITH THE METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION FOR WORK
AND SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY SAID COMMISSION AND TO BUDGET AND APPROPRIATE A SUM OF
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December 1, 1958- Cont'd..
MONEY TO PAY METROPOLITAN AREA PLANNING COMMISSION FOR SAID SERVICES; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,873, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783 BY ABOLISHING THE
POSITION OF CHIEF OF DETECTIVES AND ONE POSITION OF MECHANIC IN THE LITTLE ROCK
POLICE DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
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taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,874, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SEWER REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING EXTENSIONS, BETTERMENTS AND
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SEWER SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE PRINCIPAL OF AND
INTEREST ON THE BONDS; PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; AND DECLARING AN
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EMERGENCY;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was
a communication from E. L. Gaunt & Company, Certified Public Accountants, stating that
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"In compliance with City of Little Rock Ordinance Number 10,365, Section 18, it is our
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opinion that the present sewer rate would permit the issuance of an additional
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$100,000.00 Sewer Revenue Bonds at an effective interest rate of 4 %. Our examination
discloses that the gross revenues from the operations of the Sewer System for the pre -
ceding year were sufficient in amount to provide for the annual cost of operation,
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repair, maintenance and depreciation of the present system and construction in progress
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and under bid, and leave a balance equal to at least one hundred forty percent (140)
of the maximum amount that will become due in any year for principal, interest and
service charges on all Sewer Revenue Bonds now outstanding and additional Sewer Revenue
Bonds in the principal amount of $110,000.00 at four percent (4 %) interest ". Mr. Frank
Cox, Attorney for the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System, then stated that it was possi-
ble that these additional bonds would not have to be issued, but that it was necessary
that the Sewer Commission have enough money available in order to obtain a Federal
Grant to complete the improvements and to accept the lowest bids received. Upon motion
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of Director Blankenship, seconded.by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the
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members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
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the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship,
! seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
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December 1, 1958- Cont'd.
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 17 of Ordinance No. 10,874 was read,
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
The emergency section, being Section 17 of Ordinance No. 10,874 was read,
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,875, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIFTY -FOUR THOUSAND AND N01100 DOLLARS
($54,000) PAYABLE TO THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS,MEDICAL CENTER IN FULL SATISFACTION
OF ANY AND ALL CLAIMS AND DEMANDS FOR SERVICES RENDERED IN THE FORM OF HOSPITALIZATION
AND /OR MEDICAL TREATMENT OF INDIGENT CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
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(THROUGH AND INCLUDING DECEMBER 31, 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
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by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote.of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspends
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
!none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
(passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,876, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THAT PART OF SECTION 1 A OF ORDINANCE NO. 7444
(PERTAINING TO THE ANNUAL PRIVILEGE TAX FOR VARIOUS BUSINESSES, PROFESSIONS OR
(OCCUPATIONS IDENTIFIED HEREIN; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 6504; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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{(Re: Plumbing and Gas Fittings; Automobile Service Stations; Automobile Repair Shops;
land Real Estate Agencies and Salesmen);
,which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
1present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
(Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
land more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Baldwin, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
!Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Mrs.
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Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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December 1, 1958 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,877, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE HAULING OF TRASH, GARBAGE, AND RUBBISH IN, THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DESCRIBING THE TYPE OF VEHICLES TO BE USED THEREFOR; FIXING A
PRIVILEGE LICENSE AND INSPECTION FEE THEREFOR; PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLA-
TION THEREOF; REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 8190; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Mrs.Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
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There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report,
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of October, 1958, which
Report, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was
approved, received and filed.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting,,
the Board of Directors recessed at 8:55 p.m. until 2:30 o'clock, Friday, December 12,
1958, for the purpose of taking bids on the issuance of $3,300,000 Capital Improvement
Bonds.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Clerk. M
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
December 12, 1958 - 2:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in re-
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convened session from December 1, 1958, with Mayor W. C, Knoop presiding, and City
Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro -
liceedings
were had:
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December 12, 1958 - Cont'd.
Mayor Knoop then announced that this was the time and place for the taking
of auction bids on the sale of $3,300,000 of the $4,950,000 General Obligation Bonds
to be issued and sold by the City of Little Rock under Amendment No. 13 to the
Constitution of the State of Arkansas, authorized at the General Election held in the
City of Little Rock on November 4, 1958, in the following amounts and for the following
purposes, to -wit:
$1,500,000 for the acquisition of rights -of -way for
construction of public streets, alleys, and
boulevards;
$ 850,000 for the construction of, widening, or straightening
of streets, alleys and boulevards;
$ 400,000 for the purchase, development and improvement of
public parks and flying fields;
$ 400,000 for the purchase of sites for, construction of,
and equipment of city hall, auditorium, and prison;
$ 150,000 for buildings for the housing of fire - fighting
apparatus.
Mayor Knoop then requested all bidders so desiring to bid on said bonds to present
a Certified or Cashier's Check in. the amount of $66,000 in accordance with the terms
of the respective notices of said bond sale duly published.
Whereupon, checks in this amount were presented by the following:
Stephens, Inc., and T. J. Raney and Sons;
Halsey, Stuart & Company, et al., by Dabbs Sullivan Company.
City Manager Dean Dauley stated that bids would be received in alphabetical order and
limited to one -half of One Basis point.
The bidding then proceeded in the following order:
Halsey, Stuart & Company
4.50
4.20
4.10
3.95
3.8.5
3.75
3.65
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Stephens, Inc. and
T. J. Raney & Sons
4.25
4.15
4.00
3.90
3.80
3.70
3.645
City Manager inquired if there were any other bids, and upon receiving none, then .
asked the Board of Directors if they wished to recess in. order to discuss the matter
of accepting or rejecting the low bid of 3.645 per offered by Stephens, Inc., and
. J. Raney and Sons.
Director Griffin stated that in his opinion this was not necessary as the
City could not accept this bid and would re- advertise for bids. He further stated that
the City could not afford to pay more than 3.50 per cent for these bonds.
Mr. Jack Stephens of Stephens, Inc., then stated that since his firm had
recommended the sale of the bonds on auction rather than sealed bids, and desired to
have the City receive the best bid they could make, he would lower his bid to 3.595
cent, which was the figure his firm would have submitted had the sale been on the
sealed bid basis. He said that in his opinion this was a very good bid as bonds in the
same "A" rating as the Little Rock bonds had just been sold in Baton Rouge, Louisiana,
3.601 per cent.
Director Mrs. Dixon.moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that the Board of
irectors recess in executive session to discuss the proposal, which motion was adopted
the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
December 12, 1958 - Conttd. l
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After due deliberation the Board of Directors re- convened with Mayor Knoop
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presiding, and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, . Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, !
Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none. There being a quorum III
present and it being so announced, Director Winburn moved, seconded by Director '
Griffin, that all bids be rejected, which motion was adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes -- Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
Director Langford then moved that the meeting be adjourned, which-motion was Ili
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seconded by Director Griffin. Before a vote was had on this motion, Mr. Jack Stephens I�
requested a meeting with the Board of Directors privately. Whereupon, Mayor Knoop j
advised Mr. Stephens that this request could not be granted as all Board Meetings were ill
held open to the public. Mr. Stephens then agreed to again lower his bid to 3.50 per
cent in order that the City could sell the bonds at this time. Director Langford then
withdrew his motion that the meeting be adjourned, and Director Griffin withdrew his
second to the motion.
Director Winburn then questioned the matter of the legality of the Board
re- opening the bidding after all bids had been rejected. City Attorney Joseph Kemp,
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stated that he desired to confer with Mr. Wallace Townsend, and Mr. William Nash, Bond
Counsel on this question before giving an opinion. After this conference, Mr. Kemp
advised the Board of Directors that the Attorneys wished to meet with the Board in
Executive Session. Whereupon, the Board of Directors recessed in Executive session,
after which the Board re- convened with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk . III
Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none. There being
a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceedings were had: it
The Mayor requested City Attorney Joseph Kemp for an opinion on the question II
as presented by Director Winburn. Mr. Kemp then asked that the question be repeated. I,
The question was then repeated as follows: "Can the Board legally re -open the bidding ?`
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Whereupon, Mr. Kemp replied as follows: "There is a serious_question in our minds as
to whether or not the re- opening would be legal at this time. Added to this, however,
is the practical matter if all the bidders are still here and care to participate. In
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view of those facts the recommendation of the City Attorneyts Office is that the Board
not take any action at this time ".
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Director Mrs. Dixon then moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the Board li
accept the recommendation of the City Attorney and reject all bids, which motion was
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - none; VIII
Present and Not Voting - Director Griffin - total 1,
Mayor Knoop then stated that it was the concensus of the Board of Directors
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that the Notice of Sale of these bonds would be re- advertised at the earliest possible
date.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting,
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Baldwin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 3:35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, December 15, 1958 at 7:30
o1clock p.m. Ii
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk.
Mayor.
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
December 15, 1958 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn; Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meetings held on December 1, 1956,
and re- convened meeting of December 12, 1958,. was dispensed with and said minutes
approved, upon motion. of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
In connection with the proposed sale of $3,3003000 Capital Improvement Bonds
by the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, Mayor Knoop presented a Proposal as made to the
Board of Directors prior to this meeting by Stephens, Inc., and T. J. Raney and Sons;
and inquired of the members of the Board of Directors if they desired to have this
matter placed on the agenda and acted upon. Director Winburn moved, seconded by
Director Griffin, that said Proposal be placed on the agenda for consideration, which
motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members present.
Said Proposal was then read as follows, to -wit:
"Honorable Mayor and City Directors
City of Little Rock, Arkansas
Gentlemen:
For your $3,300,000 City of Little Rock General Obligation
bonds we guarantee to secure for you a minimum bid of 102 plus
accrued interest at your public sale for bonds bearing an
average interest rate of not to exceed 3.48276% in accordance
with your official Notice of Sale dated November 19, 19582
which sale was held Friday, December 12.
In consideration of our guaranteeing to secure for you a
minimum bid of 102 for bonds bearing an average interest rate
of not to exceed 3.48276% at your public sale, you are to pay
us for our services 2% of the authorized issue. Out of this
commission we agree to pay expenses of printing, trusteeing
and approving opinion as outlined in your official Notice of
Sale dated November 19, 1958.
We hand you herewith our goodfaith check in the amount of
$80,000 to be held by you as complete liquidated damages in
the event that we fail to carry out this contract.
It is understood that the City will advertise these bonds for
public sale as soon as legally possible and this contract shall
remain in effect for a period of sixty days, and renewable at
our option.
Yours very truly,
T. J. RANEY & SONS
By Dallas P. Raney
STEPHENS, INC.
By Jack Stephens
ACCEPTED THIS DAY OF 19_
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS.
BY:
Mayor
BY:
City Clerk It
December 15, 1958 - Cont +d.
Upon :.:'•question by Mayor Knoop as to whether there was a time limit on the said
Proposal, Mr. Dallas P. Raney of T. J. Raney & Sons, stated that this Proposal would
not be extended past this date. ,
Director Langford then moved, seconded by Director Baldwin, that the Proposal
as read be accepted, which motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2264, entitled:
RESOLUTION REJECTING ALL BIDS FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION VARIOUS PURPOSE BONDS
TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full, and-upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn., Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2265, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NOTICE OF SALE OF $3,300,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION
VARIOUS PURPOSE BONDS BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full. Mr. Dallas P. Raney of T. J. Raney and Sons, then
brought to the attention of the members of the Board oflDirectors that the wording in II
Section 2 relative to the interest rate on the bonds should be amended to read as
follows: "2. The bonds will be dated December 1, 1958, and will bear interest at
tan average rate not to exceed 3.48276% per annum', etc." Upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded.by Director Winburn, the Board of Directors recessed for five
minutes to allow Mr. Raney, and City Attorney Joseph Kemp, to confer with Mr. William
Nash, member of the Bond - Counsel, on the matter, after which the Board of Directors
re- convened with Mayor Knoop presiding, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk, and the
following Directors present: Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - none.._ The proposed amendment
having been approved by the Bond Counsel, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board.of Directors
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present, said Resolution was amended as stated above, and read as amended. Director
Winburn moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that said Resolution be adopted as
amended, which motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - .none.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Resolution No. 2265 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was again presented the petition from Leonard J. and Gus. Ottenheimer,
Wholesale Appliance Company, and Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad Company,
representing themselves to be the sole owners of all property abutting upon the North
and South boundaries of a portion of West Ninth Street proposed to be closed, asking
the City to vacate, abandon and close that part of West Ninth Street running East and
West between Blocks One and Eight, of Roots and Coys Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas, which portion is bounded on the East by Thayer Street,and on the West
by the Right -of -Way of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company. Filed
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in connection with said Petition was a communication from the Little Rock Planning
Commission, requesting that no action be taken on this proposal until the Arkansas
State Highway Department has made a definite decision as to where the Eighth Street
Expressway will be located. Public hearing on said Petition had been set by the Board
of Directors by Resolution No. 2261 on December 1, 1958 for this time and place. The
City Clerk then stated that notice had been published on December 2, 1958 and December
9, 1958 notifying all persons that public hearing would be held on this date and at
this time, and advising anyone interested to appear and they would be heard thereon.
Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. Upon motion of Director Griffi:
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, the recommendation of the Little Rock Planning Commission
was adopted, and said petition was tabled until further notice.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled: I ,
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS AND
ALLEYS LOCATED IN ADAMS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS,
IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE.LIVESTOCK SHOW
AREA, PROJECT ARK R -2; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the
proposed ordinance was a communication from the Little Rock Planning.Commission
recommending and approving the proposed closure of these streets and alleys. Mr. Knox
Banner, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Little.Rock,
Arkansas,_recoamiended to the Board of Directors that action on this ordinance take the
normal procedure of three consecutive readings, thus allowing any property owner
affected to present a protest if so desired. Upon motion of Director.,Winburn, seconded
by Director Langford, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,878, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE ACQUISITION, CLEARANCE AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THAT
BLIGHTED AREA IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS DESCRIBED IN THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN,
PROJECT UR ARK 1 -1, PROJECT NO. 1, CENTRAL AREA (DUNBAR SCHOOL AREA), BY THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; APPROVING AND ADOPTING, AS A PART OF
SAID REDEVELOPMENT PLAN, CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS THERETO; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with said ordinance was
a Resolution as adopted by the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, stating
that said Modifications do not adversely affect any of the -property, or the use thereof
within said Project Area. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,878 was read, and
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
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There were then presented the following Petitions for rezoning of property; and
Proposals for rezoning from the Little Rock Planning Commission:
Petition from Hastings Realty Company for reclassification of property on the
Southwest corner of East Roosevelt Road and Geyer Street, described as being all that
part of Lot 4 which lies South of East Roosevelt Road as not located, located wholly
within the NE4 NE., Section 14, T -1 -N, R -12 -W, in Pulaski County, Arkansas, Watkins
Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the present "I" Light Industrial District
property; and
Petition from Byron R. Morse, Agent, for George Harvey, James.Boen, and Robert
Bell, for reclassification of property on the Southeast corner of West Twelfth and
Cedar Streets, described as Lots 4, 5, 6, Block 3, W. B. Worthen's Addition to the City
of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "F"
Commercial District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by James H. Larrison, Chairman.
Tract 15 -A - Proposal from the Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassifi-
cation of property generally described as being that area on the North side of West
Markham Street between 5402 and 5912 West Markham, being Lots 9, 10, 11,12 and the
West 20 feet of 8. Block 10; Lots 9 through 16, inclusive, Block 11, all in Pfeifer's
Addition; Lots 10, 11, the North 25 feet of 12, the North 25 feet of 13, all of 14 and
15; Block l; Lots 9, 10, 11, the North 25 feet of 12, the North 25 feet of 13, all of
14, 15, and 16, Block 2, Strong and Waters Addition; Lots 14 through 23, inclusive,
Block 2, Orlando Heights Addition; from the present "D" Apartment District to that of
"E- 1"Quiet Business and Institutional District;
Tract 15 -B = Proposal from Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassification
of property, being an area on the North side of West Markham Street between. North Rose
Street and North Walnut Street; described as Lots 7 through 12, inclusive, Block 8,
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Blankenship Sub - Division, from the present "D" Apartment District to:- that',of "E -1"
Quiet Business and Institutional District property;
Tract 15 -C - Proposal of the Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassifica-
tion of property on the Northeast corner of West 12th and Bishop Street, being Lots 5,
6, the South 1/2 of 4, Block 409, Lincoln's Addition; from the present "C" Two - family
and "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1"
p Quiet Business and Institutional District;
and
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Tract 15 -D - (1) Proposal by the Little Rock Planning Commission for reolassi-
cation of property, being an area bounded on the West by High Street, on the East by
Victory Street, on the South by the center of the block between West 8th Street and
West 7th Street, being Lots 1 through 5, inclusive, Block 346, Original City; Lots 1
through 6, inclusive, Block 402, Compton's Subdivision;
(2) An area bounded on the West by Woodlane, on the South by West
7th Street, on the East by Victory Street; on ^the North by West 6th Street; being all
of Block 345, Barton's Subdivision.
(3) Generally being the Northwest corner of West 6th and Victory
Streets; described as Lots 3, 4, 5, and 6. Block 344, Beach's Subdivision; from the
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present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and-Institutional
District.
Filed with the Petitions was a proposed Ordinance incorporating all of the above
described property proposed for rezoning, and Report from the Little Rock Planning
Commission. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said Petitions
were granted and Zining Proposals of the Little Rock Planning Commission Approved.
(See Ordinance No. 10,879).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,879, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF•LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
'AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; ,
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
1present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
;;Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
' by unanimous.vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
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number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn., Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin., Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a Certificate of Appointment of,Glen,F. Rogers as a
Commissioner of the Little Rock Housing Authority for a term of five.years beginning
October 10, 1958, to succeed himself.' said Certificate having been signed by the
remaining Commissioners as provided in Act 77 of the Acts of the General•Assembly of
11943 to provide filling of vacancies on Municipal Housing Authority Boards. Upon
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motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, said appointment was
�lapproved and confirmed by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - none.
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There was then presented a Communication from members of the Board.of Commis-
sioners of the Robinson Memorial Auditorium, stating that the term of Mr.,E. E. Beaumont
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as a member would expire on December 31, 1958, and recommending the re- appointment of
�Mr.
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Beaumont to this Board. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded.,by Director
Baldwin, Mr. E. E. Beaumont was re- appointed as a member of the Board of Commissioners
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,,of Robinson Memorial Auditorium for a term of five years beginning January 1, 1959,
�Ilby
the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
lGriffin,
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Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning
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Administrator, stating that the terms of Mr. James H. Larrison, and Mr. C. C. Collie,
I;Jr.,
have expired on the Board of the Little Rock Planning Commission; and that if-the
Board of Directors desired to re-appoint these members, their terms would be for three
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liyears
effective November 1, 1958. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, Mr. James H. Larrison, and Mr. C. C. Collie, Jr., were re- appointed
leas
members of the Little Rock Planning Commission for terms of three years respectively;
December 15, 1958 - Cont'd.
effective November 1, 1958, 'by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none. '
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,880, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10 OF ORDINANCE NO. 102783 BY CREATING TWO (2)
ADDITIONAL POSITIONS OF LIEUTENANT IN THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT; REDUCING THE
NUMBER OF SERGEANTS IN SAID DEPARTMENT TO TWENTY -ONE (21); ESTABLISHING THE SALARY
THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
declared passed. _
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,.being seven in
The emergency section, being Section 13 of.Ordinance No. 10,881.was read, and
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
motion. of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
none.
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none: Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,880 was read and,
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin., Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1959, AND ENDING
none. I _.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,881, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A POSITION CLASSIFICATION FOR THE CITY OF.LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION THEREOF; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors '
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules -were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven--in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the.rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read.the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,_Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed. _
The emergency section, being Section 13 of.Ordinance No. 10,881.was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,882, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1959, AND ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN
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PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I� which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
' by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
III number and more than two-thirds-of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules..were again sus -'
pended and'the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed. -
The emergency section, being Section 59 of Ordinance No. 10,882 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,''
Blankenship; Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
I, I, There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 13.06, ARTICLE 13 OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE
ADOPTED BY SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9600, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A FIRE
PREVENTION CODE PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND
PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION, ESTABLISHING A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION AND PROVIDING
OFFICERS THEREFOR, DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Griffin, said proposed ordinance was placed on.the calendar for
second reading by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present. Mayor Knoop recommended and requested the City Manager to.meet with the new
School Board members, Parochial School Boards, and the Fire Prevention Board to review
this proposed ordinance.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,883, entitled:
III AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5745, AS AMENDED BY
N0. 5959, 9016, 9117, AND 9915; ESTABLISHING FEE PAYMENTS FOR THE COLLECTION OF GARBAGE
�flIIl IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous, vote of the members of the Board of Directors
..present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board
of Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
' Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,883 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
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December 15, 1958 - Cont +d.
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; -Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,8841 entitled: '
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 7387, AS AMENDED BY .
ORDINANCES NO. 7496 AND 9916; ESTABLISHING THE FEES TO BE COLLECTED BY THE SANITATION
DEPARTMENT FOR GARBAGE COLLECTION WITHIN A ONE -HALF MILE RADIUS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; FIXING THE TIME FOR COLLECTION THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance.read. the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the-Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said - ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section., :being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,884 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 102885, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWENTY -ONE AND 73/100 DOLLARS ($21.73)
PAYABLE TO MR. JOHN W. COWEN AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS
AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION- WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE.CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK ON THE 5TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1958; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF
FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES; ,
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion.of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number,and more than two - thirds of the members of thelfl
Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, -the rules
were again suspended and the.ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and
No vote taken upon the question,,Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship; Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then.presented Ordinance No. 10,886, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FORTY THREE AND NO/100 DOLLARS ($43.00) I '
AS A REFUND OF TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED PERSONS IN.THE AMOUNTS
SHOWN; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
' present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board
j� of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the.Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being ae follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total
6; Noes - Director Langford - total 1; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,887, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE COMMENDING MRS. BERNIE BABCOCK FOR HER OUTSTANDING MERITORIOUS
�ISERVICES AS FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND ANTIQUITIES IN
' LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED NINETY ONE AND 521100
DOLLARS ($191.52) FOR THE PURCHASE OF A PORTRAIT OF MRS. BERNIE BABCOCK; AND FOR
MOTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director,Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution. No. 2266, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING MRS. BERNIE BABCOCK FOR HER OUTSTANDING MERITORIOUS
SERVICES AS FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND ANTIQUITIES IN
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2267, entitled:
RESOLUTION REGARDING ACQUISITION BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS OF
CERTAIN LAND IN THE LIVESTOCK SHOW AREA PROJECT, ARK R -2, AS A SITE FOR A FIRE STATION;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
(Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,'and Langford : total
„ 7; .Noes - none; Absent - none.
December 15, 1958 -- Cont'd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2268, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE FOR
CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9TH AND SHERMAN STREETS, MORE PARTICULARLY HEREINAFTER
DESCRIBED, TO BE USED BY THE CITY AS A SITE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FIRE STATION. FOR
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A COST NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY THREE THOUSAND AND N01100 DOLLARS ($23,000.00); AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in -full and, upon motion of Director. Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2269, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Uniforms to be furnished for each department);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2270, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF AND AWARDING CONTRACT TO REBSAMEN
MOTORS FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 1959 FORD 2 -DOOR SEDAN FOR USE.BY THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted,by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Baldwin,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,.Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2271, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH THE MUNICIPAL CODE CORPORATION OF TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA,
FOR THE CODIFICATION OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
➢Y :I14 :i9�l:i
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2272, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTION 1 OF RESOLUTION NO. 2256 WHICH AUTHORIZES AND
DIRECTS THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A DEED ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, CONVEYING CERTAIN PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TO THE ARKANSAS STATE
HIGHWAY COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Fire Station No. 4 located at 707 East Capitol Avenue);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Baldwin,_ Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
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December 15, 1958 - Contd.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Director'Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 10:00 o'clock p.m. Sine Die.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Clerk. Ma
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 5, 1959 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock; Arkansas met in Special
Session upon call by the Mayor, with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk
Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors and Directors -elect present: Director -
elect James F. Hewitt, Position No. One; Director -elect Hardy L. Winburn, Position
No. Two; Director Mrs. Edgar F. Dixon, Position No. 3; Director -elect G. W.
Blankenship, Position No. Four; and Director Letcher L. Langford, Position No. Seven;
total 5; Absent - Director Griffin, Position No. Five - total 1. (Mayor- Director
Knoop being Position No. Six).
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director -elect Winburn.
Mayor Knoop then stated that notice of this Special Meeting of the Board of
Directors had been delivered to each of the Directors and Directors - elect, and that
the purpose of the meeting was to organize the new Board of Directors. Whereupon,
copies of this communication. signed by the Directors and Directors -elect were then
presented by the City Clerk, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Langford, said communications were received and filed by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members present.
� The City Clerk then presented the Oaths of Office of the following Directors,
each having been duly administered on January 1, 1959 by Judge Guy E. Williams,
Chancellor, Chancery Court of Pulaski County, Arkansas: James F. Hewitt, Director -
Position. No. One; Hardy L. Winburn, Director - Position No. Two; and G. W. Blankenship
Director - Position No. Four.
Director Langford then moved, seconded by Director Winburn, that Director
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January 5, 1959 - Cont +d.
Blankenship be re- elected Assistant Mayor for his term of office, which motion was
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1; Present and Not Voting - Director Blankenship - total 1.
This being the first meeting of the Board of Directors since the sine
die adjournment of the old Board of Directors on December 15, 1959, it was then
declared that the purpose of said meeting had been accomplished and that the new Board
of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, had been duly convened and organized
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 7:44 o'clock p.m. to meet again at 7:45 o'clock p.m., this date.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Clerk. M
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 5, 1959 - 7:45 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of December 15, 1958 was
dispensed with and said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, s
by Director Langford, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2273, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING CITY DIRECTOR WARREN BALDWIN FOR HIS INVALUABLE
SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS AND
ALLEYS LOCATED IN ADAMS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS,
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January 5, 1959 - Cont'd.
IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE LIVESTOCK SHOW
AREA, PROJECT ARK R -2; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
' iwhich proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
December 15, 1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion.of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Blankenship, the said proposed ordinance was again placed on the
calendar, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
('which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed herewith was a Certified Copy
of the Pulaski County Court Order dated November 25, 1958, and Plat. Filed also was.a
communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that the land
description of..the proposed annexation was satisfactory, and that the staff of the
�iLittle Rock',Planning Commission recommended that this area be annexed to the City of
' Little Rock. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, said
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Ilproposed ordinance was placed on the calendar, and referred to the Planning Commission
for approval before the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,888, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 13.06, ARTICLE 13 OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE
ADOPTED BY SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9600, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A
FIRE PREVENTION CODE PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,888 was read and, was
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,889, entitled:
Ii AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS WITHIN THE CITY OF
IjLITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
' Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present; being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
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number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION, ESTABLISHING A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION AND
(PROVIDING
OFFICERS THEREFOR, DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES`:;
(which
the time, having been the first time
ordinance was read second read on December
1115,
1958 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
IIIDirector
Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
1lpresent,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
lMayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes- none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,888 was read and, was
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,889, entitled:
Ii AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS WITHIN THE CITY OF
IjLITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
' Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present; being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
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number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
January 5, 1959 - Cont'd.
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn., Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin,- total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO APPROVE
AN AGREEMENT HERETOFORE ENTERED INTO BY THE LITTLE ROCK SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE AND
MARY H. REQUA;
(Re: Twenty foot easement for sewer trunk line);
which resolution was read in full. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, action on the proposed Resolution was deferred to allow the City
Manager to obtain more information from the Sewer Commission regarding the easement.
(Agrement filed herewith).
There was presented a Report of Commissioner for Street Improvement District
No. 573, stating that A. Milton Allen., Jr., and E. F. Grable, the remaining commission-
ers are no longer property owners in the district, and are therefore disqualified from
serving as Commissioners, and recommending the appointment of Claude Cowart and Frank
Ross, who are property owners in the district, as successors to Mr. Allen and Mr.
Grable. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said Report
was approved, received and filed. (See Resolution No. 2274).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2274, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONERS OF STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 573
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented a Report of Commissioner for Curb and Gutter•Improve
ment District No. 574, stating that A. Milton Allen, Jr., and E. F. Grable, the remain-
ing commissioners are no longer property owners in the district, and are therefore
disqualified from serving as Commissioners, and recommending the appointment of Claude
Cowart and Frank Ross, who are property owners in the district, as successors to Mr.
Allen and Mr. Grable. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, said Report was approved, received and filed. (See Resolution No. 2275).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2275, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONERS OF CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 574 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented a Report of Commissioners of Curb and Gutter Improve-
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went District No. 621 of Little Rock, Arkansas,. stating that due to the requirement by
the Public Works Department for additional drainage which was not included in the
estimate of cost of $14,000 as previously reported to this Board, it had been ascer-
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tained that the corrected estimate of cost of said improvement, to include the afore-
mentioned drainage, exclusive of interest, will be $20,000, which is less than.60 per
cent of the value of the real property in the district as shown by the last county
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assessment; and requesting that said revised estimate of cost be approved and accepted.
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Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, said Report was approved, received
and filed. (See Resolution No. 2276).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2276, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPROVING REVISED ESTIMATE OF COST OF CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT N0. 621 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented the final Report of Street Improvement District
No. 566, stating that all bonds of the district have been paid; that the district has
no other indebtedness; that there are no delinquent assessments due the district; and
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that the district owns no real property whatsoever. Said Report requested that this
report be accepted and the commissioners be discharged, and was signed by Purcell
Smith, and Berlin Wilson, Commissioners. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconds
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, the Report was received and filed, and Commissioners discharged.
There was then presented the Final Report of Street Improvement District
No. 575, stating that all bonds of the district have been paid; that the district has
no other indebtedness; that there are no delinquent assessments due the district; and
that the district owns no real property whatsoever. Said Report requested that this
report be accepted and the commissioners be discharged, and was signed by Fielding
W. Ireland, Raymond H. McMinn, and Leon P. Fields, Commissioners. Upon motion of
Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, the Report was received and filed,
and Commissioners discharged, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2277, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
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BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF EIGHTH STREET BETWEEN LOUISIANA AND
j CENTER STREETS; EMPLOYING MAX A. MEHLBURGER, CIVIL ENGINEERS, TO PREPARE PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF EIGHTH STREET BETWEEN LOUISIANA AND
CENTER STREETS, TO SUPERVISE THE CONSTRUCTION ACCORDING TO SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICA-
TIONS, PROVIDING A FEE FOR SAID ENGINEERING SERVICES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2278, entitled:
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January 5, 1959 - Cont'd.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A PROPOSAL TO GUARANTEE AN ACCEPT-
ABLE INTEREST RATE FOR THE CITY'S MULTI - PURPOSE BONDS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt',-
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Resolution No. 2278 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,890, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) PAYABLE
TO THE AMERICAN MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION AND THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($250.00
PAYABLE TO THE UNITED STATES CONFERENCE OF MAYORS FOR
P FEES FOR THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK IN SAID ORGANIZATIONS FOR THE YEAR 1959; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes --
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1, Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 7A AND 9A OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783, SAME BEING:
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY PLAN,
FOR MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
OF THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS, EMPLOY-
MENT, PROMOTIONS, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE, HOLIDAYS
AND OTHER LEAVE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY
TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,891, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 57 A (1) AND 57 B (2) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882,
SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1959, . AND ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN
PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR.OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Additional Parking Meter Enforcement Officer);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
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January 5, 1959 - Contd.
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors presen
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance.read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,891 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2279, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2280, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Extra Trousers for Uniforms);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Winburn, was adopted by the £ollowing.roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs..Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2281, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING M. M. EBERTS POST NO. 1 OF THE AMERICAN LEGION TO
PROMOTE THE SALE OF THE NEW AMERICAN FLAG; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then submitted the following names for approval of the Board of
Directors for appointment to the Little Rock Censor Board, said terms to be for One
Year, to -wit:
Parent Teachers
Men of Churches
Mayor Knoop
Director Langford
Mrs. Roy Pearrow
J. Robert Gladden
Mrs. K. C. Vaden
Mrs. J. R. Fair
Mrs. W. J. Jernigan
Mrs. Floyd Peek
Re- appointment
Re- appointment
New Appointment
Re- appointment
Re- appointment
New Appointment
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, said appointments
were approved, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting, the
Board of Directors recessed at 9:35 otclock p.m, until Wednesday, January 7, 1959 at
2:00 o'clock p.m. to accept bids on the proposed Multi- purpose Capital Improvements
Bonds.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 7, 1959 - 2:00 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in re- convened
session from January 5, 1959, with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline
G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
and Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Blankenship and Griffin - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
Mayor Knoop announced that this was the time and place for the opening of seal
bids on the sale of $3,300,000 of the -$4, 950,000 General Obligation Capital Improvement
Bonds to be 'issued and sold by the'City'of Little Rock; Arkansas;_ under Amendment No.13
to.the'Constitution of -.the State .of'Arkansas,..authorized -at -the General Election held
in the City of Little Rock on November 4, 1958, in the following amounts and for the
following purposes;
$1,500,000 for the acquisition of right -of -way for construction
of public streets, alleys, and boulevards;
$ 850,000 for the construction of, widening, or straightening
of streets, alleys, and boulevards;
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January 5, 1959 -
Cont'd.
Director
Griffin -
Mr.
Clark Manney
Re- appointment
Mrs.
Letcher L. Langford
Re- appointment
Director
Mrs. Dixon -
Mrs.
Carl Olsson
Re- appointment
Rev.
Guy S. Wilson
Re- appointment
Director
Winburn -
Mrs.
Eloise Hamilton
Re- appointment
Mr.
Clayton W. Elliott
Re- appointment
Director
Hewitt -
Mrs.
Christine Olds
Re- appointment
Mrs.
W. C. Bray
Re- appointment
Director
Blankenship -.
Mr.
Drummond Switzer
Re- appointment
B. L.
Murphree
Re- appointment
Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, said appointments
were approved, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting, the
Board of Directors recessed at 9:35 otclock p.m, until Wednesday, January 7, 1959 at
2:00 o'clock p.m. to accept bids on the proposed Multi- purpose Capital Improvements
Bonds.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 7, 1959 - 2:00 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in re- convened
session from January 5, 1959, with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline
G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
and Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Blankenship and Griffin - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
ings were had:
Mayor Knoop announced that this was the time and place for the opening of seal
bids on the sale of $3,300,000 of the -$4, 950,000 General Obligation Capital Improvement
Bonds to be 'issued and sold by the'City'of Little Rock; Arkansas;_ under Amendment No.13
to.the'Constitution of -.the State .of'Arkansas,..authorized -at -the General Election held
in the City of Little Rock on November 4, 1958, in the following amounts and for the
following purposes;
$1,500,000 for the acquisition of right -of -way for construction
of public streets, alleys, and boulevards;
$ 850,000 for the construction of, widening, or straightening
of streets, alleys, and boulevards;
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January 7, 1959 - Cont'd.
$ 400,000 for the purchase, development and improvement of
public parks and flying fields;'
$ 400,000 for the purchase of sites for, construction of,
and equipment of City Hall, Auditorium and Prison.;
$ 1.50,000 for buildings for the housing of fire - fighting
apparatus.
Whereupon, the City Clerk proceeded with the opening of the following and only bid
received, and announced that said bid had been filed in accordance with the terms of
the respective notices of said bond sale duly published:
"Board of Directors
City of Little Rock, Arkansas
Dear Sirs:
Subject to your approval, we hereby agree to waive
our 2% fee in our contract with you dated December 15,
1958, to secure a buyer for your $3,300,000 in ad valorem
tax bonds to be issued under the provisions of Amendment
No. 13 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas and
1 dated as of December 1, 1958, and bid for said bonds a
price of Par and accrued interest for bonds bearing
interest at the rate of 3.48276% per annum, subject to
all of the terms and conditions set out in your official
II� notice of sale, and we agree to pay the expenses of the
printing of the bonds, the cost of their authentication,
and the fee of bond counsel.
We attach to this offer our certified check in the
I� amount of $66,000, to be held under the terms of said
�r official notice of sale.
Respectfully submitted,
T. J. RANEY & SONS
By Dallas P. Raney
STEPHENS, INC.
By Jack Stephens
Upon completion of the reading of the bid, Mayor Knoop requested Mr. Wallace Townsend,
Attorney representing the Bond Counsel, to inform the Board of Directors if the bid
was in order as to form,an.d under the provisions of the Notice of Sale. Whereupon,
Mr. Townsend stated that the bid was in order if the Board wished to accept it.
!i Director Winburn then moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the Bid of T. J. Rane
I� and Sons and Stephens, Inc., for the $3,300,000 Capital Improvements Bonds dated as of
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December 1, 1958, at par and accrued interest at a rate of 3.48276 per cent per annum,
with the purchaser paying the cost of printing of the bonds, authentication, and the
fee of Bond Counsel, be accepted. Said motion was adopted by the following roll call:
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Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5;
ii Noes - none; Absent - Directors Blankenship and Griffin - total 2.
„ There was then presented Resolution No. 2282, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A BID FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION VARIOUS PURPOSE BONDS
TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full
II Director Langford, was adopted by
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Mayor Knoop,
Directors Blankenship and Griffin
The emergency section, b
was adopted by the following roll
I� Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
Griffin - total 2.
and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
- total 2.
Bing Section 2 of Resolution No. 2282, was read and,
call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon;
5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Blankenship and
January 7, 1959 - Contd.
The City Manager then discussed with the members of the Board of Directors
some of the proposed changes recommended by him to be presented to the 1959 State
Legislature, as follows:.
1. The $5,000,000 limitation now allowed Cities for General
Obligation Bond Issues.
2. Retirement for Non - uniform employees on Actuarial basis.
3• Amendments to Civil Service Law:
(a) Appeal of dismissals to Circuit Court
(b) Selection of applicants, allowing the
department head a choice of first three
instead of high of one.
4. Amend Act 8 (City Manager form of Government):
(a) Make possible the combining of City Treasurer
with other than office of City Clerk.
(b) Allow suspension of rules with less than two -
thirds majority of Board of Directors - elect,
whereby four members of the present seven
could suspend rules for second and third
readings on passage of an ordinance.
(c) The provision allowing City Manager to make
appointments or removal of members of various
Boards and Commission, subject to approval
of the Board of Directors.
5. Pass an Act to enable the City to acquire Right -of -Way
for the proposed Eighth Street Expressway in the State
Hospital and Arkansas Medical School Area.
6. The following matters to be proposed by the Arkansas
Municipal League.
(a) State Turn -back, to increase the collection by
Cities to approximately 7 per cent from the
present 2.6 per cent.
(b.) Home Rule Amendment
(c) Re- imbursement for relocation of Utility Lines
from Federal and State Governments when State
and Federal Highways are constructed.
(d) Hospital Patient Quota Act relative to admissions.
After discussion on the various matters, the City Manager was requested to arrange a
meeting with the Pulaski County Legislators and the Board of Directors to review the
proposals, after which the approved proposals would be drawn by the City Attorney for
presentation to the State Legislature.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 3:10 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, January 19, 1959 at 7 :30
o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
� January 19, 1959 - 7 :30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in Special
Session upon call by the Mayor, with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk
Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by.Director Langford.
There was then presented a Waiver of Official Notice of this Special Meeting
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of the Board of Directors, signed by the Directors and agreeing to act on all matters
as filed for consideration by the Board,and noted on Agenda attached. Upon motion of
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Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said Notice was received and filed
' by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn., Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
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;Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1.
Director Mrs. Dixon moved, seconded by Director Winburn, that this Special
Meeting of the Board of Directors replace any other regular meeting that the Board
would have held in January, 1959, which motion was adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of January 5, 1959 and re-
convened meeting of January 7, 1959, was dispensed with and said minutes approved,
upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from a number of residents representing
('themselves to be the owners of two - thirds or more in value of the real property lying
in the following described part of the City of Little Rock, County of Pulaski, State
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I�lof Arkansas, to -wit:
All of Blocks 1 and 2 of Oak Grove Addition to the
City of Little Rock;
All of Block 1, and Lots 1 to 12, inclusive, and
Lots 22, 23 and 24 of Block 2, all in Strong and Waters
Addition to the City of Little Rock;
".Lots 1, 2, 3, 14, 15 and 16 of Blocks 11, 12 and 17,
Pfeiferts Addition to the City of Little Rock;
and asking the City to create an improvement district for the purpose of building a
sanitary sewer system to serve said property, with an outlet beyond the boundaries of
the district if deemed advisable, in such a manner and with such materials as the
Commissioners shall deem to be for the best interest of said district. The Petition
�I {was accompanied by a Certificate from the Little Rock Abstract Company, stating that
the signers thereof represented a majority of over two - thirds in assessed value of the
owners of real property within said territory. The City Clerk then stated that Notice
had been duly published on December 26, 1958 and January 2, 1959, advising all persons
interested to appear at this time and place for public hearing thereon. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were heard therein. There being no protests presented at this time
upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, said petition was granted
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January 19, 1959 - Cont'd.
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Proposed Ordinance).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 133 OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, was placed on the calendar.
There was then presented a Petition from Frank and Edna Jo Finkbeiner, C.
Finkbeiner, Inc., and Otto Finkbeiner, representing themselves to be the owners of all
property in Block 1 of Fitzgerald's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas,
abutting upon an alley proposed to be closed, said alley running north and south
through the middle of said block; asking the City to vacate and close the above des-
cribed alley. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, Monday,
February 16, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock p.m, in. the Board of Directors Chamber, was set as
the time and place for public hearing on said petition, by unanimous viva voce vote of
the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2283).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2283, entitled: I
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
SETTING DATE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO VACATE ALLEY IN BLOCK 1, FITZGERALDIS ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,892, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS I,
AND ALLEYS LOCATED IN ADAMS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY,
ARKANSAS, IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE LIVE-
STOCK SHOW AREA, PROJECT ARK R -2; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on ,
December 15, 1959, and the second time on January 5, 1959 and placed on the calendar.
The Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Communication from Little Rock
Planning Commission approving as presented on December 15, 1958 received and filed).
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
January 5, 1959, placed on the calendar and referred to the Little Rock Planning Com-
mission for approval. Filed at this time was a communication from the Little Rock
Planning Commission stating that the Planning Commission had adopted a motion to '
recommend to the Board of Directors the proposed annexation of this portion of Meadow -
cliff Addition; and a communication from the Director of Public Works, recommending
the annexation as proposed, with the condition that satisfactory repair of minor street
failures be made. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
January 19 1959 - Contd.
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and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, the
li proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar.
i1 There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
' AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 7A, 7B AND 9A OF ORDINANCE.NO. 10,783, SAME
BEING "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY
PLAN, FOR MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF
EMPLOYEES OF THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS,
EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTIONS VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE,
HOLIDAYS, AND OTHER LEAVE; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING
AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
January 5, 1959 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar, for third and final
�I II reading.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,893, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF BONDS FOR THE SEVERAL DIFFERENT
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PURPOSES LISTED THEREIN; LEVYING A TAX SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST
ON THE BONDS; PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
�I by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion
of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
j declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 18 of Ordinance No. 10,893 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;' Absent - Director
Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,894, entitled:
I AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVENTY FOUR AND 50 /100 DOLLARS ($74.50)
AS A REFUND OF TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED PERSONS IN THE AMOUNTS
SHOWN, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
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!j THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
itwhich ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
II of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspende
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
January 19, 1959 - 'Conttd.
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - 5; Noes - Director
Langford - total 1; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance ,
was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINIMUM HEALTH AND HOUSING STANDARDS; PROVIDING
FOR AN ENFORCING OFFICIAL; CREATING A BOARD OF HOUSING APPEALS; PROVIDING FOR THE
INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS AND PREMISES; DESIGNATING UNFIT DWELLINGS AND LEGAL PROCEDURE
OF CONDEMNATION; PROVIDING FOR THE RELOCATION OF DISPLACED OCCUPANTS; PRESCRIBING A
FINE FOR VIOLATIONS OF FINAL ORDERS ENTERED AFTER NOTICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a
previous proposed ordinance which was referred to a Housing Code Committee on July 7,
1958 for report back to the Board of Directors at a later date. There being a number
of persons present representing individual property owners, Real Estate firms, the
Arkansas Home Owners Association, et al., Mayor Knoop then extended the courtesy of
the floor to representatives of the various groups desiring to be heard on the proposed
ordinance. '
Mr. Joseph Marshall, representing the Arkansas Property Owners Association,
expressed the opinion that a committee should be appointed to study the proposed,
ordinance and a public hearing be held on same; and that the Board of Directors shoul
consider revision on three particular provisions of the proposed ordinance, namely:
(1) To provide a suitable waiting period before the ordinance became effective; (2)
The proposed ordinance was too restrictive regarding wiring, heating, etc., compared
to other Housing Codes which had been adopted in other cities; and (3) The.violation
penalties were too severe. -
Mr. Dewey Coffman, an individual property owner, protested an article public
in the Arkansas Democrat regarding the adoption of the Housing Code, which referred to
the houses to be affected as being in a "Slum Area "; and stated that it was the genera
opinion of the property owners that the public should be given an opportunity to vote
on the proposal.
Mrs. Emma Scroggin, member of the previously appointed Housing Code Committee,
stated that to her knowledge this committee had not been dissolved, and referred to
statements as made by Dr. Mason G. Lawson, City Health Officer, and Gann L. Nalley,
Chief of the Little Rock Fire Department, that if ordinances now in effect regarding
Fire and Health regulations were enforced, there would be no need for additional legi
lation. She further stated that it had not been possible for persons interested in t
proposed Housing Code to obtain the identity of the sponsor.
Mr. E. E. George, property owner, protested the term "General Welfare of the
Public "; the emergency measure; and the provision that each day of violation repre-
sented a separate offense.
Mr. Lee Evans, former Alderman, expressed the opinion that it would work a
hardship on elderly and retired persons living in older homes, who would not be
financially able to make the necessary repairs to comply with the present building
restrictions. '
Mr. U. A. Gentry, Attorney, speaking on behalf of various home and property
owners, stated that the average layman could not understand the provisions of the
proposed Housing Code, and further stated that: "If this ordinance is passed as it
is now written, you gentlemen would not be able to live in this town six months ".
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January 19. 1959 - Cont'd.
Mr. D Matt Henderson, Attorney, recommended that the proposed Housing Code be
referred to a Committee to be selected of One member each from the Real Estate Board,
Arkansas Home Builder's Association, Savings and Loan League, Property Owners Founda-
tion, and possibly a sponsor of the Code; whereby a compromise could be agreed upon
to the satisfaction of all persons affected, and the Board of Directors. He stated
that in his opinion a matter of this importance should not be passed without consider-
ation of local interests.
Direcitor Blankenship then moved, that one member of the Committee to be
appointed be a member of the Little Rock Planning Commission, which motion failed to
receive a sec Ind.
After discussion on the matter, Director Winburn moved, that a Committee be
appointed of the following members to study the proposed Code:
One member from the Real Estate Board;
One member from the Arkansas Home Builders Association;
One member from the Savings and Loan League; and
Two members from the Arkansas Property Owners Foundation;
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and that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at the
second regulac meeting of the Board of Directors on February 16, 1959; and that a
ireport and recommendations from the appointed committee be made at that time. Said
l motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2284, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO APPROVE AN
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AGREEMENT HERETOFORE ENTERED INTO BY THE LITTLE ROCK SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE AND MARY
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H. REQUA;
(Re: Twenty -foot
Sewer Easement for Trunk Line);
which resolution
had been read in full on January 5, 1959; and action deferred at that
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time to allow
the City Manager to obtain information from the Little Rock Sanitary
Sewer Commission
on the matter. Upon approval from the City Manager, Director
Blankenship moved,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the resolution be adopted,
which motion
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Griffin
- total 1.
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There
was then presented Resolution No. 2285, entitled:
A RESOLUTION
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AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE
PURCHASE OF A DEMPSTER- DUMPMASTER OR EQUAL FOR USE IN THE COLLECTION OF
GARBAGE IN THE
DOWNTOWN AREA OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution
was read in full. The City Manager stated that this equipment would
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service approximately
500 business firms in the downtown area that now used private
individuals for
collection of refuse, and would be purchased on a lease - purchase basis;
1i and that the
cost to the City would amount to approximately $1,800 per month, including
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i I depreciation
and labor to operate. He further stated that after purchase, an amount
j� would be determined
for a fee for this service and an ordinance presented to establish
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same. Director
Winburn moved, seconded by Director Langford, that said resolution be
adopted, which
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motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes none;
!Absent - Director
Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2286, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND
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IEQUIPMENT
FOR THE YEAR 1959 FOR USE BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;,
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I(Re: Annual Supplies); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of
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Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll
jcall: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - 'total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2287, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
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AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY
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OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�(Re:
Traffic Paint); which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director
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Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call:
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liAyes
- Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
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Itotal 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No, 2288, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR ITS RECORD IN
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LAW ENFORCEMENT DURING THE YEAR 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2289, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING TO THE PIILASKI COUNTY SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES,
SERVING IN THE 62ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS NOW CONVENED, THE PASSAGE
OF LEGISLATION AMENDING THE CITY MANAGEMENT LAWS OF ARKANSAS AND LEGISLATION AMENDING
THE CIVIL SERVICE LAWS OF ARKANSAS CONTROLLING BOTH UNIFORM AND NON - UNIFORM EMPLOYEES
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND LEGISLATION AMENDING ACT 93 OF 1927; AND FOR OTHER
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented an Annual Audit Report for the Little Rock Municipal
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(Airport for the year ending December 31, 1958. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
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by Director Blankenship, said report was received and filed by unanimous viva
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vote of the members present.
All of the matters on the Agenda as approved having been acted upon, and there
lbeing no further business to come before the meeting, upon motion of Director
'(!Blankenship,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the Board of Directors adjourned at
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Winburn, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from R. B. Pitcock for reclassification
Little Rock Planning Commission with Report on the above described property proposed
for rezoning, and the following Proposals as submitted by the Planning Commission:
Tract 1 -B - Property between 7th and 8th Streets on the West Side of
Cumberland Street, described as Lots 7 through 12, inclusive, Block 27, Original City;
from the present "E" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institu-
tional District; and
Tract 1 -C - Property on the Northeast corner of Summit Street and Roosevelt
Road, described as Lots 5 and 6, Block 10, McCarthy's Addition to the City of Little
Rock; from the present "F" Commercial District to that of "C" Two - family District
property. Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, explained to the members
of the Board of Directors that this particular Tract was a part of the Mitchell School
grounds, and that through error when the Zoning Ordinance was passed in 1937, these
lots were classified as "F" Commercial District property. There being no protests
to the proposed rezonings, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Winburn, said Petition and Proposals for rezoning were granted by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,895).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,895, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconde
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
of property at 1101 Scott Street, described as Lot 1, Block 23, Original City of
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Business District property. Said petition carried the following report: "The Little
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Filed in connection with the above Petition was a communication from the
Little Rock Planning Commission with Report on the above described property proposed
for rezoning, and the following Proposals as submitted by the Planning Commission:
Tract 1 -B - Property between 7th and 8th Streets on the West Side of
Cumberland Street, described as Lots 7 through 12, inclusive, Block 27, Original City;
from the present "E" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institu-
tional District; and
Tract 1 -C - Property on the Northeast corner of Summit Street and Roosevelt
Road, described as Lots 5 and 6, Block 10, McCarthy's Addition to the City of Little
Rock; from the present "F" Commercial District to that of "C" Two - family District
property. Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, explained to the members
of the Board of Directors that this particular Tract was a part of the Mitchell School
grounds, and that through error when the Zoning Ordinance was passed in 1937, these
lots were classified as "F" Commercial District property. There being no protests
to the proposed rezonings, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Winburn, said Petition and Proposals for rezoning were granted by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,895).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,895, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconde
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in num-
ber and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
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motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspends
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,896, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS.LOCATED IN MEADOWCLIFF ADDITION TO THE CITY*OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
January 5, 1959, placed on the calendar and referred to the Little Rock Planning
Commission for approval. Said ordinance was again presented on January 19, 1959,
together with communication from Jan Carter, Director of Public Works approving same,
conditioned upon the satisfactory repair of certain streets, and the ordinance read
the second time on that date. Upon question by the Board of Directors, Mr. Carter
and Mr. Dean Dauley, City Manager, then stated that these repairs were in progress but
due to the severe weather the work had not been completed. Mr. Dauley also stated that
Mr. Jack Bracy, the developer of this area had assured him that the repairs would be
completed as soon as the weather permitted. The Aye and No vote was then taken on the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin —total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed. (Communications and County Court Order as previously presented received and
filed) .
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,897, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 133 OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on January
19, 1959 after granting of a Petition to create said Sewer Improvement District.
Filed at this time was a communication from Mr. Willis Townsend, Attorney for the
Improvement District, requesting the Board of Directors to consider suspending the
rules for the third and final reading of the ordinance in order that it be passed on
this date, thus allowing the Commissioners to organize and immediately prepare plans
for making the improvements proposed by the District. Upon motion of Director
Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,898, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 7A, 7B AND 9A OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,783, SAME
BEING: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, ADOPTING A REVISED SALARY
PLAN, FOR MUNICIPAL EMPLOYMENT; FIXING THE CLASSIFICATION, SALARY AND NUMBER OF
EMPLOYEES OF THE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY; ESTABLISHING POLICY CONCERNING HOURS,
EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTIONS, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, DISABILITY RETIREMENT, MILITARY LEAVE,
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(i which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on j
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The Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question., Shall the Ordinance Pass, the `
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, III
Il Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,899, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 56 A (1) AND 56 B (7) AND 56 B (8) OF
ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD
BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1959, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR
EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO
EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
II (Re: Reducing number of Laborers in Traffic Department from Three to Two, and
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspende
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF MOBILE CANTEEN UNITS IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; REQUIRING A PERMIT THEREFOR; DEFINING CERTAIN TERMS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH; PROHIBITING THE SALE OF UNWHOLESOME OR CONTAMINATED FOOD OR DRINK THEREFROM;
PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION THEREOF; FIXING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. After discussion on the proposed
ordinance between the Dealer for the Mobile Canteen Units, the Board of Directors, and
Mr. DeNoble, Traffic Engineer, on the matter of the Units being prohibited from parking
it on public right -of -way and loading and unloading zones, upon motion of Director
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Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar
for study and possible amendment on second reading.
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none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4, of Ordinance No. 10,899 was read
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and, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
j Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF MOBILE CANTEEN UNITS IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; REQUIRING A PERMIT THEREFOR; DEFINING CERTAIN TERMS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH; PROHIBITING THE SALE OF UNWHOLESOME OR CONTAMINATED FOOD OR DRINK THEREFROM;
PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION THEREOF; FIXING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. After discussion on the proposed
ordinance between the Dealer for the Mobile Canteen Units, the Board of Directors, and
Mr. DeNoble, Traffic Engineer, on the matter of the Units being prohibited from parking
it on public right -of -way and loading and unloading zones, upon motion of Director
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Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar
for study and possible amendment on second reading.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,900, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIFTEEN AND N01100 DOLLARS ($15.00)
AS A REFUND OF TRAFFIC FINES COLLECTED PAYABLE TO THE NAMED PERSONS IN THE AMOUNT
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THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn,seconded by
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,!
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being six in number and more than two - thirds of the -members.of the Board of Directors-
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous
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vote of the members of the Board of Directors present; being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director)
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Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again. suspended and the ordi-
nance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop. - total 5, Noes - none; Absent -
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Director Griffin - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Langford - total 1-.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared-passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,901, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIFTY AND NO/lOO.DOLLARS ($50.00)
PAYABLE TO MR. HARRELL MAY AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS
AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
ON THE 3RD DAY OF JANUARY, 1959; . DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
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TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, secondedi�
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board.of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
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Inone; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2290, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Traffic Control Signals and Controls);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
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Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6, Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2291, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND GRANT AN OPTION TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE CERTAIN
PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Right -of -Way on West Thirty -third Street for Third Bridge Expressway, South of
Arch Street Over- Pass);
it which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, �
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; III
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2292, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
A DEED ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, CONVEYING CERTAIN PROPERTY
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Right -of -Way on West Thirty -third Street for Third Bridge Expressway, South of
Arch Street Over- Pass);
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none; Absent - Director Griffin
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and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
fenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -,total 6; Noes -
- total 1.
Resolution No. 2293, entitled:
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING TO THE PULASKI COUNTY SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES
SERVING IN THE 62ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS NOW CONVENED, THE PASSAGE
OF HOUSE BILL 11, HOUSE BILL 63, SENATE BILL 88, AND SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION 4, ALL
OF WHICH ARE NOW PENDING BEFORE SAID GENERAL ASSEMBLY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by'
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2294, entitled:
A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING TO THE PULASKI COUNTY SENATORS AND REPRESENTATIVES
SERVING IN THE 62ND GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS NOW CONVENED, THAT THEY
ASSEMBLY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
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ACTIVELY
OPPOSE AND
STRIVE TO
DEFEAT
PASSAGE OF
HOUSE BILL
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78, HOUSE
Mrs, J. 0. Michell , Jr., 3023 North Grant
BILL 173
AND SENATE
BILL 172,
ALL OF
WHICH ARE
NOW PENDING
BEFORE THE SAID
GENERAL
ASSEMBLY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
members of the Board of Directors present, said appointments were approved and con-
firmed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
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The following names were then submitted for appointment as members of the
City Beautiful Commission, for approval by the Board of Directors:
II Mr. Ray Thornton, 5720 Hawthorne Road
Mrs, J. 0. Michell , Jr., 3023 North Grant
Mrs. Ernest J. Williams, 1411 Pine Valley Road
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Mr. John Hawkins, 2422 Louisiana
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Oates, Mrs. John Linder, Mrs. J. A. Parker, and Mrs. J. C. Webber; said
appointments to be for a term of two years effective January 1, 1959. Upon motion of
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members of the Board of Directors present, said appointments were approved and con-
firmed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
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Auditorium for the period ending December 31, 1958. Upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
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of the Board of Directors present, said Report was received and filed.
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There was then presented the Annual Report of the Fraternal Cemetery Board
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for the year 1958, . which report, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Blankenship, was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account of the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of December, 1958:, which report,
upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, was received and filed
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.,
There being no further business presented or-to come before this meeting,
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Winburn, the Board of Directors
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! February 16, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock,.Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of February 2, 1959 was
dispensed with and said minutes approved as written, upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the.Board of Directors present.
recommended by the Committee after vigorous protests from a large group of property
owners on January 19, 1959. He then introduced the members of this Committee, as
follows:
Mr. Joseph Marshall _ Arkansas Property Owners Foundation
Mrs. Emma Scroggin
Mr. Harry Pittard - Little Rock Home Builders Association
Mr. C. Spencer Plowman - Little Rock Real Estate Board
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Mr. W. B. Hays - Savings and Loan Association
(Mayor Knoop then stated that the members of the Board of Directors could either have
the proposed ordinance to establish a Minimum Health and Housing Code for the City of
II Little Rock as presented on January 19, 1959, placed on second reading at this time,
or substitute the new ordinance as prepared after recommendations of the Committee and
place it on first reading. Whereupon, Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director.
Mrs. Dixon, that the action by the Board of Directors on the proposed ordinance as
Ilpresented on January 19, 1959 be rescinded; and the new ordinance to establish a
IIMinimum Health and Housing Code be substituted and placed on first reading, which
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motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINUMUM HEALTH AND HOUSING STANDARDS; PROVIDING
FOR AN ENFORCING OFFICIAL; CREATING A BOARD OF HOUSING APPEALS; PROVIDING FOR THE
INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS AND PREMISES; DESIGNATING UNFIT DWELLINGS AND LEGAL PROCEDURE
II OF CONDEMNATION; PRESCRIBING A FINE FOR VIOLATIONS OF FINAL ORDERS ENTERED AFTER
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'(NOTICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�lIwhich proposed ordinance was read the first time. There being a large group of
property owners in attendance to protest the passage of the proposed Housing Code,
Mayor Knoop then extended the floor to several persons who wished to be heard on the
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In connection with a proposed Ordinance to establish a Minimum Health and
'Housing
Code which was presented on January 19, 1959, read the first time and referred
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a Committee for study and report to the Board of Directors; and placed on the
calendar for. "second reading on February 16, 1959, Mayor Knoop then stated that this,
Committee and the Board of Directors had worked diligently on the proposed Code,.and
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a result,.a new ordinance had been prepared which contained certain revisions as
recommended by the Committee after vigorous protests from a large group of property
owners on January 19, 1959. He then introduced the members of this Committee, as
follows:
Mr. Joseph Marshall _ Arkansas Property Owners Foundation
Mrs. Emma Scroggin
Mr. Harry Pittard - Little Rock Home Builders Association
Mr. C. Spencer Plowman - Little Rock Real Estate Board
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(Mayor Knoop then stated that the members of the Board of Directors could either have
the proposed ordinance to establish a Minimum Health and Housing Code for the City of
II Little Rock as presented on January 19, 1959, placed on second reading at this time,
or substitute the new ordinance as prepared after recommendations of the Committee and
place it on first reading. Whereupon, Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director.
Mrs. Dixon, that the action by the Board of Directors on the proposed ordinance as
Ilpresented on January 19, 1959 be rescinded; and the new ordinance to establish a
IIMinimum Health and Housing Code be substituted and placed on first reading, which
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motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINUMUM HEALTH AND HOUSING STANDARDS; PROVIDING
FOR AN ENFORCING OFFICIAL; CREATING A BOARD OF HOUSING APPEALS; PROVIDING FOR THE
INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS AND PREMISES; DESIGNATING UNFIT DWELLINGS AND LEGAL PROCEDURE
II OF CONDEMNATION; PRESCRIBING A FINE FOR VIOLATIONS OF FINAL ORDERS ENTERED AFTER
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'(NOTICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�lIwhich proposed ordinance was read the first time. There being a large group of
property owners in attendance to protest the passage of the proposed Housing Code,
Mayor Knoop then extended the floor to several persons who wished to be heard on the
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matter. After hearing numerous verbal protests, Mr. Joseph Marshall, member of the
Committee representing the Property Owners Foundation, upon question by Mayor Knoop
as to whether the Revised Code conformed to the recommendations of the Committee, then
stated that there were several provisions in the revised Code that were still objection-
able all except approximately forty per cent had been deleted from the proposed Code
that was presented on January 19, 1959, and in order to arrive at some form of Housing
Code to present to the Board of Directors at this time, the Committee had compromised
on the remaining objectionable regulations. After discussion on the matter, Director
Winburn then moved, that the proposed ordinance as read be placed on the calendar for
second reading at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors on March 2, 1959,
which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon. A roll call was then had on this
motion with the following result: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - Director Hewitt - total 1; Absent -
Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said proposed ordinance was placed on the
calendar for second reading on Monday, March 2, 1959. Mrs. Emma Scroggin, member of
the Housing Code Committee representing the Property Owners Foundation, recommended to
the Board of Directors that a public hearing be held on the proposed ordinance in an
auditorium large enough to accomodate everyone who desired to hear and discuss the
ordinance, before it was presented for second reading.
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Director Winburn then moved, that the Board of Directors recess for ten minutes,
which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members present, after which the Board of Directors reconvened with Mayor
W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following members
present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Langford - total 5;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was again presented the Petition from Frank and Edna Jo Finkbeiner,
C. Finkbeiner, Inc., and Otto Finkbeiner, representing theinselves to be.the owners of
all property in Block 1,'Fitzgerald's Addition to the City of Little Rock, abutting
upon an alley running north and south through the middle of said block; asking the
City to vacate and close the above described alley. Public hearing on said Petition
had previously been set for this date and time by Resolution No. 2283 on January 19,
1959. Filed in connection with the proposed closure were communications from the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works and Southwestern Bell Telephone Company waiving
objections, with the provision that present utility lines be maintained; and;a '
communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving the closing of said
alley, and stating that the proposed ordinance to close same had been checked by the
Staff of the Planning Commission and that provision had been made for the purpose of
providing present easements for utility purposes. The City Clerk then stated that
notice had been published on January 26, 1959 and February 2, 1959, to the effect that
public hearing would be held on the Petition at this time and place and all interested
persons would be heard on the matter. Whereupon, all persons'so desiring were then
heard therein. There being no protests presented at this time, upon motion-of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, said petition was granted. (See Ordinance
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No. 10,902).
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There was then presented Ordinance No-. 10,902, entitled;
ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
VACATING AND CLOSING THE ALLEY IN BLOCK 1, FITZGERALD ►S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members.of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - -total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from College Terrace Developers, Inc.', for reclassification of
property on the Southeast corner of Oakwood Road and Rosewood Circle, described as
Lots 9, 10, 112 12, and 13, Oakwood Manor Addition to the City of.Little Rock, from the
present "B" Residence property to that of "D" Apartment District property; and
Petition from Frank M. Fulk, Agent, for Rosalie Masdon and Norma Stephens
Killingsworth, for reclassification of property on the'Southwest,corner of High and
24th Street, described as Lots 1, 2, 3, 4; the North 120 feet of the East One -half of
Lot 5; South 114 feet of Lot 6, Block 20, Fleming and Bradfordts Addition to the City
of Little Rock; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F." Commercial
District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Approves "; signed by William F. Steinkamp, Chairman; and filed therewith
was a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, with report on
action as taken by the Planning Commission on the above Petitions. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, said Petitions were granted. (See
Ordinance No. 10,903)-
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,903, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF.LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 5420 AS AMENDED;.THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six -in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
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Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,904, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE VALUE OF BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF
EACH OF THE SEVERAL BLOCKS, LOTS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN ANNEX NO. 1 TO SEWER
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 130 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time.- Upon motion of Director Winburn,.seconded by
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Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the -rules were.suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unani-
mous-vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect,;upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,.the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No.vote.taken upon the
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question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -.Directors -
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
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There was.then presented Ordinance No. 10,905, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF MOBILE CANTEEN UNITS IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; REQUIRING A PERMIT THEREFOR; DEFINING CERTAIN TERMS_IN CONNECTION THERE-
WITH; PROHIBITING THE SALE OF UNWHOLESOME OR CONTAMINATED FOOD OR DRINK THEREFROM;
PROVIDING FOR INSPECTION THEREOF; FIXING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER,PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second-time, having been read the first time on February
2, 1959 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board'of:cDirectors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance-Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship;
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Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,906, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A.REVOLVING FUND FOR THE PAMUM OF TRAFFIC FINES WHICH
HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED AND ORDERED REFUNDED BY THE JUDGE OF THE TRAFFIC DIVISION OF THE
LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL COURT; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR
OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIVE
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($500.00) TO THE SAID REVOLVING.FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon, motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the. ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of-the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in. number ,
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon,the
February 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
Ili none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING OPERATORS OF STATIONARY BOILERS AND/OR REFRIGERATION
SYSTEMS TO BE LICENSED; CREATING A BOARD OF EXAMINERS TO EXAMINE APPLICANTS FOR SUCH
LICENSE; FIXING THE LICENSE FEE THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Winburn, was placed on the calendar by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present.
In connection with a proposed ordinance to adopt a new Plumbing Code which
was withdrawn from the Agenda for study and presentation at a later date, Mr.
George then presented several recommendations to the Board of Directors on the proposed
iPlumbing Code for review.
lit There was then presented Resolution No. 2295, entitled:
A.RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO HAVE PUBLISHED AN
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE FINANCIAL AFFAIRS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE
YEAR 1958; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon; seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford"- total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution. No. 2296, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2287 PASSED JANUARY 19, 1959; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Traffic Paint, etc.); which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
I; There was then presented Resolution No. 2297, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE PURCHASING DEPARTMENT"OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: A. B. Dick Offset Duplicator); which resolution was read in full and, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, was adopted by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1
— There was then.presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Planning
Commission•for the year 1958. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Langford, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Museum of Natural History
and Antiquities for the year 1958, which report, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
was received and filed b3,- unanimous viva voce vote
February 16, 1959 - Cont' -d.
of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting,
upon motion. of Director Winburn, seconded by Director-Blankenship, the Board of
Directors adjourned at 9:55 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, March 2, 1959 at
7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: /
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
to.
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 2, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor-W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following-Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Griffin -
total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2.-
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Griffin, by unanimous viva voce vote of the.members of the Board of Directors present.
Director Langford was enrolled.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,907, entitled: 1
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING MINIMUM HEALTH AND HOUSING STANDARDS; PROVIDING
FOR AN ENFORCING OFFICIAL; CREATING A BOARD OF HOUSING APPEALS; PROVIDING FOR THE -
INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS AND PREMISES; DESIGNATING UNFIT DWELLINGS AND LEGAL PROCEDURE
OF CONDEMNATION; PRESCRIBING A FINE FOR VIOLATIONS OF FINAL ORDERS ENTERED AFTER
NOTICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on February
16, 1959 and placed on the calendar, after being substituted for a previous ordinance
of like title presented on January 19, 1959 and referred to a Housing Code Committee,
after numerous verbal protests. Mayor Knoop then stated that much time had already
been devoted to discussion on the ordinance, and due to a large number of persons
being present who wished to be heard, the time allotted to representatives of each
group protesting the ordinance and those advocating the passage of the ordinance would
be limited to ten minutes each. Whereupon, the courtesy of the floor was then .
extended to spokesmen representing these groups.
A Mrs. Womack, Mrs. Emma Scroggin, member of the Housing Code Committee,
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Mrs. Letha Omohundro, and others who did not identify themselves, protested the
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passage of the ordinance, stating among other things, that the group who had protested
the ordinance at the meeting on February 16, 1959 had not accused the members of the
Board of Directors of being Communistic as the press had reported, but did feel that-
the Housing Code itself was inspirdd by a Communistic influence; and that was in
effect identical with-other Housing Codes as proposed by the Federal Government and
passed in other Cities in the United States.
M,r,.. James McHaney, Attorney, representing the Urban Progress Association,
a group of local civic - minded business men; Mrs. Felix Arnold, President of the
League of Women Voters; and Mr. Grainger Williams, President of the Chamber of
Commerce, spoke in favor of the passage of the proposed Housing Code, and stated that
these groups supported and endorsed it as being to the best interest of the community
to help bring housing up to proper standards, and improve living conditions in
general. Mr. McHaney further stated that similar Housing Codes had been adopted in
other cities comparable in size to Little Rock and also larger, and had proven to be
�! successful..
After hearing the representatives of the various groups, Director Mrs.
Dixon,moved, seconded by Director Blankenship, that the rules be suspended and the
ordinance placed on third and final reading. A roll call was then had on this motion,
with the following result: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,.Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the
Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon
said ordinance was declared passed.
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,907,.Directors Griffin
and Langford before voting "Aye ", explained to the people protesting its passage,
that the enforcement of the ordinance would be under the supervision of the Health
Department, and local people would be in charge of inspections, giving everyone a
fair opportunity to comply with the provisions as set out in the Housing Code.
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, the
Board of Directors then recessed for ten minutes, after which the Board of Directors
reconvened with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and
the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a Petition from St. Mark's Episcopal Church,
Patricia C. and Thompson B. Webb, and Ione Garret Colquette and Henry:E. Colquette,
representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a dedicated
Street known as "Oneta Street ", between Blocks 2 and 3, McIntosh.No. -2 Addition to
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the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, the same being bounded on the West by Mississippi
Street, and on the East by Beckwood Road; asking the City to vacate and close said
above described street. Said Petition stated that this portion of the street has
i not been open or used by the public within the past ten years; and that this street
East of Beckwood Road-has heretofore been closed by the City. Attached hereto was a
Plat of Blocks 2 and 3, McIntosh No. 2 Addition to the City of Little Rock. Upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of
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the members of the Board of Directors present, public hearing on said Petition was set
for Monday, March 16, 1959 in the Board of Directors Chambers, City Hall, at 7:30
o'clock P.M. (See Resolution No. 2298).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2298, entitled:
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF.THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
SETTING DATE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO VACATE ONETA STREET BETWEEN BLOCKS TWO AND
THREE, McINTOSH ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution. No. 2299, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN
EASEMENT GRANT AND AGREEMENT WITH THE TEXAS EASTERN TRANSMISSION CORPORATION, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;.
(Re: Relocation of Sanitary Sewer Mains and Access Road to Sewage Treatment Plant
North and East of the Municipal Airport);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford.- total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2300, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE CERTAIN PIPE
LINE LICENSES WITH THE MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY IN CONNECTION WITH THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SEWER TRUNK LINE PROJECT NOW PLANNED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,908, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING OPERATORS OF STATIONARY BOILERS AND/OR REFRIGERATION
SYSTEMS TO BE LICENSED; CREATING A BOARD OF EXAMINERS TO EXAMINE APPLICANTS FOR SUCH
LICENSE; FIXING THE LICENSE FEE THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;.AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on February
16, 1959 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 12 of Ordinance No. 10,908 was read,
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
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it There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,909, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION'l A OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,905, SAME BEING
"AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE OPERATION OF MOBILE CANTEEN UNITS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; REQUIRING A PERMIT THEREFOR; DEFINING CERTAIN TERMS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH;
PROHIBITING THE SALE OF UNWHOLESOME OR CONTAMINATED FOOD OR DRINK THEREFROM; PROVIDING
FOR INSPECTION THEREOF; FIXING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE,•'AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
IDirectors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
II by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
IIi of Director Hewitt, seconded by Directors Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
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!i question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
11 Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion.
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the. rules were again suspende
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,910 was read,
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - None - Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
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�I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,911, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 2 & 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,767, SAME BEING
"AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN DESIGNATED BANKS SHALL SERVE, SUCCESSIVELY, AS
p There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,910, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 17 A (1), 17 B (3), 17 B (4), AND 17 B (9)
OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE
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BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE`ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGIN-
NING JANUARY 1, 1959, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND
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EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES."; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Creating position of One Additional District Chief, reducing number of Captains from
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29 to 28, and changing salary of Departmental Secretary);
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
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Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion.
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the. rules were again suspende
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,910 was read,
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - None - Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
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�I There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,911, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 2 & 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,767, SAME BEING
"AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING THAT CERTAIN DESIGNATED BANKS SHALL SERVE, SUCCESSIVELY, AS
March 2, 1959 - Contl.d.
DEPOSITARIES OF ALL MUNICIPAL FUNDS WHICH ARE UNDER THE EXCLUSIVE CONTROL OF THE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS "; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - .total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section,. being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,911 was read
and, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented the application of Tipp Avery, Custodian, for
disability retirement under the provisions of Ordinance No. 10,783, together with
substantial supporting papers; which application reflected a period of employment by
the City from July 27, 1951 through January 15, 1959, which would entitle him to a
salary of $225 per month for Seven and One -half months, effective January 16, 1959
through August 28, 1959. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, said application was approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. (See Ordinance No. 10,912).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,912, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 45 A (1) AND 45 B (1) OF ORDINANCE NO. 100882,
SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 19599
AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF.EXPENDITUR;
THEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; - AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Appropriating money to cover disability retirement of Custodian); which ordinance
was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
six in number and.more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by.unanimous•vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in. number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon. motion of Director
Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and-last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship,- Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,912 was read,
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and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
!(Director
Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented the Annual Report for Oakland Cemetery ending
31, 1958. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin,
IOctober
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was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2301, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY
'REGISTERED
LICENSED ARCHITECTS TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES
I,FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF FIRE STATIONS AND SITE IMPROVEMENTS THEREFOR IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
(Director
Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then. presented Resolution No. 2302, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLY STOWERS
AND BOYCE, REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECTS TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST
((ESTIMATES
FOR TENNIS COURTS TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,ARKANSAS, IN
THE NUMBER AND AT THE LOCATIONS AS MAY SUBSEQUENTLY BE PRESCRIBED BY THE BOARD OF
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DIRECTORS; PROVIDING THAT SAID ARCHITECTS SHALL HAVE RESPONSIBILITY FOR SUPERVISION
AND INSPECTION OF SAID TENNIS COURTS; PROVIDING THAT THE FEES OF THE SAID ARCHITECTS
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SHALL BE PAID FROM THE BOND FUNDS AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,852; AND FOR OTHER
(PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
!Director
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Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2303, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE
('FOR
THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED FROM THE OWNERS THEREOF
IFOR
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AN AGGREGATE PRICE NOT TO EXCEED THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY FOUR THOUSAND AND
IN01100
DOLLARS ($184,000.00); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Proposed Site for new Police and Courts Building);
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(Iwhich
resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
(Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
hiAbsent
- Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2304, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
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AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF THE CITY
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OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2305, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, BUILDING AND MAINTENANCE
DEPARTMENT, REPAIR DEPARTMENT, PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT, HEALTH DEPARTMENT,
CIVIL SERVICE DEPARTMENT, FIRE DEPARTMENT, CITY CLERKIS OFFICE, AND TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS
BUREAU; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Directpr Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned to meet again. on Monday, March 16, 1959 at 7:30 o +clock P.M.
ATTEST: APPROVED: /
City Clerk. Ma o
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 16, 1959 - 7:30 P. M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with-and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the Petition from St. Marks Episcopal Church,
Patricia C. and Thompson B. Webb, and Ions Garrett Colquette and Henry E. Colquette,
representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon a dedicated
street known as "Oneta Street ", between Blocks 2 and 3, McIntosh No. 2 Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, same being bounded on the West by Mississippi Street,
and on the East by Beckwood Road; asking the City to vacate-and close the above.
described street. Said Petition stated that this portion of Oneta Street has not been
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open or used by the public within the past ten years, and that the portion East of
Beckwood Road had heretofore been closed by the City. Attached to the Petition was a
Plat of Blocks 2 and 3, McIntosh No. 2 Addition to the City of Little Rock, and filed
herewith was a communication from the Planning Administrator, stating that the Little
Rock Planning Commission on March 5, 1959, adopted a motion to recommend the closing
of Oneta Street between Mississippi Street and McIntosh Avenue. Public hearing on the
Petition had been set by Resolution No. 2298 for this date and time; and the City Clerk
stated that notice had been published on March 5, 1959 and March 12, 1959 notifying all
persons interested in the matter to appear and they would be heard. Whereupon, all
persons so desiring were then heard therein. There being no protests presented, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, said Petition was granted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 10,913).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,913, entitled:
Petition from Mrs. Ed Kanis for reclassification of property at the Northeast
orner of Tyler and 12th Street, being the SW4 of the SE4 of the SE-41 of the SE-41 of the
w4, Section 6, Township 1 North, Range 12 West; from the present "B" Residence District
Ito that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from T. P. Gladden for reclassification of property at 103 East 21st
Il�SItreet, being Lots 1, 2, and 3, of Block 421, Duvalts Addition to the City of Little
,ock, Arkansas;. from the present "D" Apartment to that of "E -1"
Quiet Business and
IInstitutional District property;
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Petition from Eli W. Collins for reclassification of property at 2023 West
Second Street, being the West 50 feet of Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 6, Plunkett's Second
,. Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District
to that of "D" Apartment District property; and
Petition from Fausett & Company, Inc., Agents, for reclassification of property
t the Northwest corner of "B" and Hayes Streets, being the South 198 feet of the NE41
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING A PORTION OF ONETA STREET IN THE
(CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
ibeing six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and by unanimous
(vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
Itwo- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
lordinence read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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(Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
I!Idinburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
lAbsent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from International Paper Company, Long -Bell Division, by Lawrence B.
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Burrow, Jr., for reclassification of property at 4501 through 4519 Asher Avenue,
described as Lots !; to 13, inclusive, Block 4, Remmelts Addition to the City of Little
ock, Arkansas; from the present "F" Commercial District to that of "I" Industrial
l,Eistrict property;
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Petition from Mrs. Ed Kanis for reclassification of property at the Northeast
orner of Tyler and 12th Street, being the SW4 of the SE4 of the SE-41 of the SE-41 of the
w4, Section 6, Township 1 North, Range 12 West; from the present "B" Residence District
Ito that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from T. P. Gladden for reclassification of property at 103 East 21st
Il�SItreet, being Lots 1, 2, and 3, of Block 421, Duvalts Addition to the City of Little
,ock, Arkansas;. from the present "D" Apartment to that of "E -1"
Quiet Business and
IInstitutional District property;
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Petition from Eli W. Collins for reclassification of property at 2023 West
Second Street, being the West 50 feet of Lots 1, 2, 3, Block 6, Plunkett's Second
,. Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District
to that of "D" Apartment District property; and
Petition from Fausett & Company, Inc., Agents, for reclassification of property
t the Northwest corner of "B" and Hayes Streets, being the South 198 feet of the NE41
March 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
NE4, NEIL of Section 1 Township 1 North, Range 13 West; from the present "A" One - family
to that of "F" Commercial District property.
Said petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator; and filed herewith
was a communication with report of said action by the Little Rock Planning Commission
on March 5, 1959, which included two additional lots added to Petition for rezoning,in
Tract 3 -A at 4501 through 4519 Asher Avenue by International Paper Company. Director
Griffin moved, seconded by Director Winburn, that said Petitions be granted, which
motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,914).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,914, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was,read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
jpresent, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that the rules be again
suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, and the ordi-
nance was then read the third and last time. The Aye and No vote was taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,915, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING-SECTIONS 15 A (1), 15 B (2), 17 A (1), 17 B (9), 17 B
(12) AND 56 B (3) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR
AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12)
MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 11 1959, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING
MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY DECREASING THE SALARY OF THE
PURCHASING ASSISTANT; BY INCREASING THE NUMBER OF FIRE CAPTAINS AND DECREASING THE
NUMBER OF FIREFIGHTER - DRIVERS; BY CHANGING THE TITLE OF THE SIGN PAINTER IN THE
TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;'
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Alderman Hewitt moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and was
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
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upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
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March 16, 1959 - Contd.
1'i Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Ii Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
Q declared passed.
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li The emergency section, being Section 7 of Ordinance No. 10,915 was read and,
Ali was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,916, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1.b.6 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,881 SAME BEING: "AN
ORDINANCE ADOPTING A POSITION CLASSIFICATION FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION THEREOF; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES. "; BY RECLASSIFYING THE PURCHASING ASSISTANT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Alderman Winburn moved that the rules be
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time. The Aye and No vote was then taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,916 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
III) There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,917, entitled:
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jl AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIFTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($50.00)
Pj
IR PAYABLE TO ROY WINDHAM AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE
ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
WHICH OCCURRED ON THE 14TH DAY OF JULY, 1958, AT THIRD AND CROSS STREETS IN LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous
ordinance of similar title which was presented on August 8, 1958 and placed on the
calendar. Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director Blankenship, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinan
was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass; the
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suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
flDirector
Hewitt, and was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and upon
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motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time. The Aye and No vote was then taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declar
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,916 was read and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
III) There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,917, entitled:
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jl AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIFTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($50.00)
Pj
IR PAYABLE TO ROY WINDHAM AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS AUTOMOBILE
ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
WHICH OCCURRED ON THE 14TH DAY OF JULY, 1958, AT THIRD AND CROSS STREETS IN LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous
ordinance of similar title which was presented on August 8, 1958 and placed on the
calendar. Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director Blankenship, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinan
was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass; the
March 16, 1959 - Contd.
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs..Dixon -
total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,918, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ACCOUNT NO. 8.4 OF SECTION 55 C (8) c. OF ORDINANCE
NO. 10,882, SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR 1959, BY
APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND AND N01100 DOLLARS ($2,000..00) AND TRANSFERRING
SAID SUM TO THE SAID ACCOUNT; PROVIDING THAT THE SAID MONEY SHALL BE USED FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A STORM SEWER ON WEST 21ST STREET BETWEEN LEWIS AND ABIGAIL STREETS
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; CREATING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Blankenship moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance placed on third
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and was adopted by
unanimous vote.of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,918 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - _Directors Hewitt, Winburn,.Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There.was then presented Ordinance No. .10,919, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE-HUNDRED THOUSAND AND N01100 DOLLARS
($100,000.00) TO THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING AUTHORITY AS PART PAYMENT OF THE CITYIS PRO
RATA COST IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WEST ROCK PROJECT NO. ARK -R -41 SAID FUNDS TO BE
APPROPRIATED FROM THE 1958 STREET CONSTRUCTION FUND; DIRECTING THAT NO PAYMENT OF THE
SAID FUNDS BE MADE UNTIL FEDERAL MATCHING FUNDS HAVE BEEN MADE AVAILABLE; AND FOR OTHER�I
PURPOSES;
(See Ordinance No. 10,870);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Griffin moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance placed on third and
final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankensip. By unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, said motion was adopted and the
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,919 was read, and
March 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -, Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,920, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY FOR THE WIDENING
AND PAVING OF WEST EIGHTH STREET BETWEEN LOUISIANA AND CENTER STREETS IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT
WITH SAID COMPANY IN KEEPING WITH STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS AS SET FORTH IN
ORDINANCE NO. 10,872; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FOUR THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED TWENTY SEVEN
AND 55100 DOLLARS ($4,227.55) THEREFOR; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER
AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS IN PAYMENT THEREFOR;
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
it which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Winburn, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
iWinburn. moved, seconded by Director Hewitt, that the rules again be suspended and the
�I ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
two- thirds of.the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall
the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
li Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 5 of Ordinance No. 10,920 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes.- none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,921, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING CERTAIN SUMS OF MONEY FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUC-
ITION FUNDS TO ASSIGNED PROJECTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I(Re: $3,300,000 Capital Improvements Bonds Issue of 1958);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
I
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
1�Blankenship moved that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
�i
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
Illmore than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect. The ordinance Was
!then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken. upon the question,
i
I(Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
�Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Ij The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,921 was read, and
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
IlGriffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
I
(Dixon - total 1.
March 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,922, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF AMERICAN LaFRANCE COMPANY ON THE PURCHASE
OF 5500 FEET OF FIRE HOSE FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED EIGHTY EIGHT AND 10100 DOLLARS
($7,488.10) FROM THE FIRE STATION IMPROVEMENT FUND THEREFOR; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director Hewitt, that the rules again be sus-
pended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.I
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,923, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE WITH
AND PURCHASE FROM THE OWNER THEREOF A TRACT OF LAND LOCATED IN LOT 24, BLOCK 4,
ALTHEIMERIS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, MORE PARTICULARLY HEREINAFTER
DESCRIBED, FOR A PRICE NOT TO EXCEED SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($750.00);
APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($750.00) THEREFOR;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Triangular strip. at Kavanaugh Boulevard and McKinley Street);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section Li of Ordinance No. 10,923 was read, and
Was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1. _
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of January, 1959. Upon motion
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn, said Report was received and filed
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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March 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Municipal
Water Works for 1958• Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Winburn, said Audit Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES,
(Re: Purchase of Galion Grader, Tractor Shovel, Broom Wire and Bass Fibre for Street
Department; and 2 One -half Ton Pick -up Trucks for Traffic Engineer);
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Hewitt, Winburn,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
In connection with the adoption of the above Resolution, entitled: "A
(RESOLUTION
AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT AND
MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; Director Blankenship then stated that when he voted on
the adoption of the said Resolution, he was not aware that the awarding of a contract
I
Ito
purchase the Tractor Shovel for the Street Department was one of the items named.
ilHe
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further stated that he did not feel that this was the lowest and best bid on this
particular item of equipment or that it conformed to the specifications as recommended
by the Department Head. A discussion was then had between the members of the Board
of Directors and the City Manager. Director Langford stated that he and the other
Ilmembers
of the Finance Committee had considered all bids for purchase of this equipment
I
very carefully and in their opinion the contracts had been awarded for the best bids
I
submitted. Mr. Blankenship recommended that if possible, the Board action on the
adoption of this Resolution be rescinded and that representatives from the two firms
submitting bids on this equipment a ppear before the Board of Directors at an Agenda
meeting to discuss their bids for reconsideration by the Board. After an opinion from
the City Attorney on this question, Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director
IIi;Hewitt,
that the action of the Board of Directors on the adoption of the said Resolutio
The rescinded, which motion was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
�I(Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, and Griffin - total 4; Noes - Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
�Itotal
2; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said Resolution was
Ildeclared
not adopted by the City Attorney.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
I
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT, CITY POUND AND PARKS AND
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RECREATION DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Purchase of One -half Ton Pick -up Trucks; and Liquid Cholorine for use at Conway
and Gillam Park Swimming Pools) ;
Ilwhich
proposed resolution was read in full. Director Winburn moved that the proposed
resolution be adopted, which motion failed to receive a second. After discussion on
the purchase of the Pick -up Trucks, Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship,
moved that the proposed Resolution be placed on the calendar, which motion was adopted
.,,by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
March 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2306, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EMPLOYMENT OF WITTENBERG, DELONY AND DAVIDSON,
REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECTS, FOR REMODELING THE ROBINSON MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,;
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2307, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY CERTAIN
REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECTS HEREINAFTER NAMED TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS
AND COST ESTIMATES FOR CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING OF VARIOUS PROJECTS HEREIN DESCRIBED
PROVIDING THAT THE FEES OF THE SAID ARCHITECTS SHALL BE PAID FROM THE BOND FUNDS
AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,852; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Police and Municipal Court Building; Remodeling City Hall; Four Zoo Buildings;
Remodeling of Natural History Museum; Restrooms in Boyle and MacArthur Parks and
construction of Garage - Warehouse at War Memorial Park Golf Course and Rebsamen Park
Golf Course);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2308, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE, TAKE
BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIRING, REMODELING, AND REFOOFING OF THE EXISTING
BUILDINGS AND SHELTERS AT THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL ZOO; TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS AND
CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF FOLDING BLEACHERS, COMPLETELY INSTALLED, AT THE DUNBAR_
RECREATION CENTER; TO ADVERTISE, TAKE BIDS AND CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIR OF THE GILLAM
PARK SWIMMING POOL; PROVIDING THAT THE SAID PROJECTS SHALL BE PAID FROM THE BOND FUNDS
AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,852; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2309, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING DEEPEST REGRET AT THE DEATH OF HONORABLE PAUL E.
TALLEY; EXPRESSING SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY; LAUDING HIS OUTSTANDING ACCOMPLISHMENTS
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AS A MEMBER OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total' 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2310, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF EVERETT TUCKER TO THE LITTLE ROCK
PLANNING COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Representative of the Little Rock School Board);
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March 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2311, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR STATIONARY
BOILERS AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS; SPECIFYING THE TERM OF SAID MEMBERS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Ordinance No. 10,908);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There were then presented the following appointments to the City Beautiful
Commission:
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, said appointments
were approved and confirmed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present; and the Mayor was authorized to notify the members of the various
appointments.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn., the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:15 o'clock p.m. subject to call by the Mayor.
TTEST:
I-- — � /�eeS. /
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
A M o .
K
NAME
TERM
SUCCEEDS
Mrs.
Roy Alexander
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Catherine D. Hidy
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Ann Archer Holmann
2
years
Self
Mr.
Harold Zook, Sr.
2
years
Self
Mr.
Claude Woolsey
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Meyer Smith
2
years
Self
Mr.
Wayne Cranford
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Bill Hood
2
years
Self
Mr.
John H. Baird
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Edward Tabor
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Charles Stephens
2
years
Self
Rev.
W. Harold Hicks
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Jack Griffin
2
years
Self
Mr.
Robert H. Acord
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Edna Harrison
2
years
Self
Mrs.
Geneva Buckelew
2
years
Mrs. T.P. Gladden
Mrs.
Guy Cazort
2
years
Mrs. Lloyd Watt
Mr.
Hunter McKenzie
2'years
Mrs. Russell Martin
Mr.
Ralph Baker
2
years
Bill Poorman
Mrs.
Walter Scott Hicks
2
years
Self
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, said appointments
were approved and confirmed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present; and the Mayor was authorized to notify the members of the various
appointments.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn., the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:15 o'clock p.m. subject to call by the Mayor.
TTEST:
I-- — � /�eeS. /
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
A M o .
K
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
April 6, 1959 - 7:30 P.M. '
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Langford, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING Ill
COMMISSION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MASTER'STREET PLAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK
PLANNING AREA, AND RELATED MATTERS; ESTABLISHING SAID PLAN, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the pro-
posed ordinance was a communication from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator,
noting certain changes as recommended by the Board of Directors in the Master Street
Plan, as revised by the City Attorney in, the proposed ordinance; and a copy of a
Resolution as adopted by the Little Rock Planning Commission on March 30, 1959
approving said Master Street Plan. Mr. Griffin Smith, Attorney representing a number
of residents and property owners in the area of "K" and Arthur Streets, stated that
there was much concern over the proposed designation in the Master Street Plan of "K"
Street as a Collector Street, due to there being schools located in that vicinity, and
the possibility of this creating a traffic hazard. After discussion on the matter,
Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director Winburn, that the proposed ordinance be
placed on. the calendar for second reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of
Directors, with the recommendation that Mr. Smith meet with members of the Planning
Commission and the City Manager before the second reading of the proposed ordinance
to review this portion of the Master Street Plan, which motion was adopted by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from property owners in Sewer Improvement
District No. 130 of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, stating that Mr. Bob Hickman,
one of the Commissioners for this Improvement District is no longer a property owner
in the District, thereby creating a vacancy on the Board of Commissioners. Said
Petition further recommended the appointment of Ona Rea Eldridge, a property owner in
said District, to fill said vacancy; and attached thereto was a Certificate from
Beach Abstract and Guaranty Company stating that the signers of said Petition were
property owners within the bounds of Sewer Improvement District No. 130 as of March
12, 1959. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, and by
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unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said
petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,924).
April 6, 1959 - Conti d. I -
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,924, entitled:,
AN ORDINANCE TO APPOINT A COMMISSIONER TO FILL A VACANCY ON BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS OF SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 130 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconds
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended. and. the ordinance read the second time;, and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as` follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No.'10,925, entitled: II,
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 25 AND 26 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,790 OF THE -CITY `j
OF LITTLE ROCK, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC ON THE PUBLIC STREETS
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PRESCRIBING CERTAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE
TRAFFIC ENGINEER; PRESCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF PROVISIONS OF SAID ORDINANCE;
CREATING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; BY PROVIDING THAT THE TRAFFIC
ENGINEER SHALL HAVE THE AUTHORITY TO DETERMINE THE LOCATION OF TWELVE (12) MINUTE,
THIRTY (30) MINUTE, ONE (1) HOUR AND TWO (2) HOUR PARKING ZONES AND TO LOCATE AND
MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SIGNS THEREFOR AND BY PROVIDING THE FEE FOR THE USE OF SAID ZONES;
REPEALING ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the-'second time; and
�II by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in numb
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the
question., Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereup
passed.
the rules were again suspended
Aye and No vote taken upon the
follows: Ayes - Directors
Langford - total 6; Noes -
on, said ordinance was declared
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,925 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,926, entitled:
II
ICI AN ORDINANCE GRANTING THE PULASKI FEDERAL SAVINGS & LOAN ASSOCIATION, ITS
III SUCCESSORS, HEIRS AND ASSIGNS, THE RIGHT TO EXCAVATE AND-USE CERTAIN SPACE BENEATH
THE SIDEWALKS AND ALLEY ADJACENT TO LOT 7 AND THE SOUTH-10 FEET OF LOT 8, BLOCK 102,
ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Construction of an Office Building on the Northwest corner of Third and Spring
Illi Streets);
April 6, 1959 . - Cont'd. _
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the Ordinance was
a communication from W. P. Gulley, Jr., President of the Pulaski Federal Savings &
Loan Association requesting a franchise from the City for said excavation, in order
,
to project the exterior column and wall footings beyond the property lines on the west,
south and east sides of the building; and a communication from Jan Carter, Director
of Public Works, waiving objections to the proposed excavation. Director Winburn
moved, seconded by Director Blankenship, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance
placed on second reading, which motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was read the second
time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
six in number and more.than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect,
,
upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again
suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote.taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes.-
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
'
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,927, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REORGANIZING THE "ARKANSAS MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND
ANTIQUITIES ", CHANGING THE NAME THEREOF.TO "LITTLE ROCK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
AND ANTIQUITIES ", AND PROVIDING FOR ITS MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
.which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
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by Director Griffin,. and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the-Board of Directors present, being six in number!
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, tha rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes
none; Absent . Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed. _
There was then presented Resolution No. 2312, entitled: _
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE "ROBERT G. WALKER MEMORIAL TENNIS CENTER FUND ";
PROVIDING FOR METHOD OF CONTRIBUTION TO SAID FUND; PROVIDING THAT THE CONTRIBUTIONS
THEREFOR SHALL BE SEPARATED COMPLETELY FROM OTHER FUNDS OF THE CITY AND BE USED
EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PURPOSE,OF CONSTRUCTING A TENNIS CENTER TO BE KNOWN AS THE
"ROBERT G. WALKER MEMORIAL TENNIS CENTER "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winturn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
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April 6, 1959 - Conttd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2313, entitled:
A RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY AGGREGATING $184,000 PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS FOR THE
PURPOSE OF PURCHASING CERTAIN PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TO BE USED AS A SITE FOR
THE ERECTION OF A POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE
OF $2,000 PAYABLE TO WILLIAM PUTNAM AS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION IN CONNECTION WITH THE
ACQUISITION OF THE SAID PROPERTY; PROVIDING THAT ALL OF THE SAID MONEYS SO AUTHORIZED
AND-APPROVED SHALL BE PAID FROM THE PUBLIC BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION FUND, SAID MONEYS
HAVING PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 102921 OF THE CITY -OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,928, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND N01100
DOLLARS ($2,500.00) PAYABLE TO DON LEONARD AS COMPENSATION FOR SERVICES RENDERED TO
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IN CONNECTION WITH A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY AND REPORT OF THE
ORGANIZATION AND RECOMMENDED REORGANIZATION OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF
LITT-LE ROCK, WHICH SERVICES WERE IN ADDITION TO THOSE PREVIOUSLY CONTRACTED FOR BY
THE CITY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO
EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the rules be again
suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was
adopted by unanimous -vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two - thirds of the members..of the Board of Directors - elect.
Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt,- Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said.ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2314, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT FOR
REFLECTIVE STREET MARKERS AND ERECTION OF SAME, ALL PURSUANT TO AND IN KEEPING WITH
THE LOW COMPETITIVE BIDS HERETOFORE ESTABLISHED, AT A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED TWENTY
FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($25,000);• PROVIDING THAT SAID MONEYS SHALL BE PAID FROM THE
BOND FUNDS AUTHORIZED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,852 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
WARRANT OR WARRANTS IN PAYMENT THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford,.seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2315, entitled:
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
APPROVING THE UNDERTAKING BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK OF SURVEY
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OF AN URBAN AREA TO DETERMINE THE FEASIBILITY OF UNDERTAKING URBAN RENEWAL PROJECTS
THEREIN;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
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Hewitt; Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
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none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2316, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE PARK - PLAYGROUND IN THE LIVE STOCK SHOW AREA IN
THE CITY OF LITTLE--ROCK AS'THE "BARTON PLAYGROUND "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in -full. Filed in connection therewith was a communication
ifrom Mr. Clyde E. Byrd, Secretary- Manager of the Livestock Show Association, expressing
a desire that the City begin the development of the park - playground for this area as
planned at an early date in order that the facilities will be available to the public
this summer; and recommending to the Board of Directors the designation of this area
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as "Barton Playground ". Upon motion of Director Griffin., seconded by Director
Langford, said resolution was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then'presented Resolution No: 2317, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING NOTICE OF SALE OF $1,650,000 OF GENERAL OBLIGATION
VARIOUS PURPOSE BONDS BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Remainder of $4,950,000 Capital Improvements Bonds authorized in November 4,
1958 General Election); -
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. -
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Resolution No. 2317 was read, and
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin., Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon-- total 1. - - -
There was then presented Resolution No. 2318, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING.DR. HOYT R. ALLEN AND CLAUDE A. HEFLEY AS CIVIL
SERVICE COMMISSIONERS OF THE LITTLE ROCK CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then'presented the Annual Report of the Museum of Fine Arts for
the year 1958. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Hewitt, said
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Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present; and the City Clerk was requested to furnish each Director with
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There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of February, 1959. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Report was received and
filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report for the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas for the year ending December, 31, 1958, as prepared by Russell Brown and
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Company, Certified Public Accountants. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, and the City Manager was requested to
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forward a letter of commendation to Russell Brown and Company for the Audit Report.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Civil Service Commission
for the year 1958, which report, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Blankenship, was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present.
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A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT, CITY POUND, PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPARTMENT, CIVIL DEFENSE AND REPAIR DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Purchase of Pick -up Trucks; Liquid Cholorine for Conway and Gillam Pools; Tone
Controlled Receivers; and Electric Arc Welder);
which resolution was read in full, having been substituted for a previous resolution
of similar title which was read on March 16, 1959 and placed on the calendar. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, said resolution was adopted
by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon -
total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2320, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF THE CITY OF
' ILITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Galion Grader, Tractor Shovel, Broom Wire and Air Compressors for
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Street Department; and 2 - 1/2 Ton Pick -up Trucks for Traffic Engineer);
which resolution was read in full, having been substituted for a previous resolution
of similar title which was adopted on March 16, 1959 and then action by the Board of
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Directors was rescinded. Upon question by Directors Winburn and Blankenship, Jan
!Carter, Director of Public Works stated that the two Air Compressors to be purchased
from Moody Equipment and Supply Company, did meet the requirements of the department
and would be checked thoroughly upon delivery to determine if they met the specifics -
Itions as advertised in the notice of taking of bids. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Winburn, said resolution was adopted by the following roll call:
�lAyes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2321, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; ,
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2322, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE FROM MARY H. REQUA OF A TRACT OF
LAND LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE NEW BENTON HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY 1150 FEET SOUTH
OF THE INTERSECTION OF ASHER AND HAYES STREETS AS A GIFT TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
COMMITTING THE CITY, AT ITS OWN EXPENSE, TO CONSTRUCT AN APPROACH ROAD TO SAID TRACT
OF LAND FROM SAID NEW BENTON HIGHWAY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Construction of new Fire Station in Meadowcliff Area);
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
Mayor Knoop was excused and Assistant Mayor Blankenship was requested to '
act as Chairman.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2323, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE
INTERSECTION OF EIGHTH AND HAYES STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AS THE
SITE FOR A PROPOSED FIRE STATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total -5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Mxs.Dixon and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2324, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF WEST MARKHAM STREET BETWEEN WOODROW AND ELM STREETS
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by ,
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes' none; Absent - Director
Mrs. Dixon and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 10:00 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, April 20, 1959 . at 7:30 o1cloc
Y.M.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Clerk, M or. -
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Board of Directors Chamber,
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none..
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved as written, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,929, entitled:
' AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING
„ COMMISSION RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MASTER STREET PLAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK
PLANNING AREA, AND RELATED MATTERS; ESTABLISHING SAID PLAN, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second -time, having been read the first time on April 6,
1959 and placed on the calendar -after Mr. Griffin Smith, Attorney representing a number
of residents and property owners in the area of "K" and Arthur Streets, protested the
designation of "K" Street as a Secondary Collector Street in the Master Street Plan,
due to the location of schools in that area and the possibility of this creating a
traffic hazard. Mr. Griffin Smith again was extended the courtesy of the floor; and
filed with the Board of Directors at this time a Petition signed by a number of
property owners adjoining or near "K" Street running East from Mississippi, protesting
the passage of the ordinance establishing the Master Street Plan pertaining to this
particular portion of "K" Street, for the following reasons, to -wit:
111. Classification "E", proposed for "K" Street,
would result in.a highly dangerous traffic
situation as to children attending the five
schools dependent on its use.
2. Restrictions in § 6 of the ordinance amount to
i an unconstitutional taking of property because
use thereof is severely limited for an indefinite
time period without compensation to the owners."
Mr. Smith stated that he had met with members of the Planning Commission and Board of
Directors as proposed on April 6, 1959, and after reviewing the matter he realized that
it would delay the adoption of a Master Street Plan considerably to re -refer the Plan
and proposed Ordinance for amendment to the Planning Commission at this time; but
requested that if the ordinance passed, that the Board of Directors consider recommend-
ing to the Planning Commission that a study of this area and the designation of "K"
Street as a Secondary Collector Street be made, particularly the 100 foot Expressway
feeding into "K" Street West of Mississippi Avenue; and consideration be given to the
I possibility of one of the following alternatives: (A) Preferably, to delete "K"
Street as a Collector Street; (B) Delete such portion of "K" Street as is West of
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Mississippi Avenue. Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, then outlined
this area on the Master Street Plan Map, and stated that the Planning Commission,
together with the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is considering a possible
April 20, 1959 - Cont'd.
amendment of this particular area on the Master Street Plan in the near future. Mayor
Knoop then introduced Mr. Rudolph Stephens, recently appointed Director of the Metro-
politan Area Planning Commission and a former member of the Staff of the Little Rock ,
Planning Commission. Mr. Stephens stated that he had not been on the Staff of Metro -
Plan at the time these plans were drawn to establish the Master Street Plan, but he had
reviewed the Plan and felt that great progress had been made by the combined efforts
of.the Little Rock Planning Commission and Metropolitan Area Planning Commission to
establish an adequate Master Street Plan for the City of Little Rock, and that the
Plan as presented at this time was quite an improvement over the one as prepared by the
Little Rock Planning Commission and adopted in 1954. Mr. Stephens commended the
members of the Board of Directors for their cooperation and attitude in dealing with
the problems affecting the general public, and also their manner of handling such
matters. Director Griffin then assured Mr. Griffin Smith that his recommendations
would be presented to the Planning Commission for consideration, and moved that the
rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading. Said motion
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was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and was adopted by unanimous vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of
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the members of the Board of Directors- elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none;
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Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. (Protest Petition
received and filed, together with communication and Resolution from the Little Rock
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Planning Commission as presented on April 6, 1959).
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,929, Director Griffin
moved, "That the Ordinance Establishing the Master Street Plan be referred to the
Planning Commission for its study and consideration in regard to changing said Plan
dealing with the "K" Street designation as a Secondary Collector Street in one of the
following alternatives;- (A) Delete "K" Street entirely as a Collector Street; (B)
Delete such portion of "K" Street as is West of Mississippi Avenue "; and stated that
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this motion is made solely for the purpose of recommending study and not to direct the
Planning Commission. Said motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and was adopted
by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
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Petition from Mildred M. Moss, for reclassification of property at 3820 Hill
Road, described as Lots 4, 5, 6, 75 8 and 9; Block 14, Pulaski Heights Addition to
the City of Little Rock, from the present "B" Residence District to "D" Apartment
District property;
Petition from Charles Mott, Jr., representing several property owners, for
reclassification of property on the East side of Center Street between Eleventh and
Twelfth Streets, described as Lots 7, 8, 93 10, 11 and 12; Block 196, original City of
Little Rock, from the present "F" Commercial and "D" Apartment District to that of "I"
Light Industrial District property;
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Petition from W. R. Welbourn, Agent for Antioch Missionary Baptist Church,
for reclassification of property at the Northeast corner of Washington and West 30th
Street; described as Lots 7 and 8, Block 8, Riffel and Holderts Second Addition to the
City of Little Rock, from the present "B" Residence District to that of "I" Light
April 20, 1959 - Cont'd.
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Industrial District property; and
Proposal by the Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassification of
property at the Southwest corner of 5th and Cedar Streets; described as Lots 1, 2, 3,
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and 5, Block 2, Reyburn and Wright's Addition; from the present "D' Apartment
District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District property.
Said Petitions carried the following Report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves ", and filed herewith was a Report on the action as taken on these petitions
and Proposal of the Little Rock Planning Commission on April 9, 1959. Upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship, the Report of the Little Rock
Planning Commission was adopted and said Petitions and Proposal of the Planning
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Commission granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,930)•
There was then presented Ordinance No, 10,930, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE _ LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs, Dixon, seconded
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by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. By
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
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and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
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of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
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question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
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Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented a Zoning Petition from J. A. Scroggin, for reclassi-
fication of property at the Northeast corner of Parker and Sixth Streets, described as
the South 50 feet of Lots 10, 11, and 12, Block 19, Garland Addition to the City of
Little Rock; from"the present "C" Two- family District to that of "F"-Commercial Dis-
trict property. Said Petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr. Filed in connection with the
Petition was a Communication and Report from the Little Rock Planning Commission per -
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taining to action as taken by them on April 9, 1959 recommending rezoning of this
tract of land, and noting that this tract is within the right -of -way of the Bond
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Street - Frazier Pike Expressway as shown on the Master Street Plan; and that the
I applicant plans to remove the existing building and construct a new grocery store at
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this location if the property is approved for rezoning. Upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted
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and said Petition was granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,931).
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connection with the granting of the above Petition to rezone the property
at Sixth and Parker Streets from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F"
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Commercial District property, Director Winburn requested the City Attorney to draft
a form letter for the Planning Commission, to inform this applicant and others in the
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future whose applications for rezoning of property within the bounds of rights -of -way
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for any Expressway as outlined on the Master Street Plan, and were approved by the
Planning Commission and Board of Directors.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,931,.entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at Sixth and Parker Streets);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance be
placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye
and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as .
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follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - _none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented the Report of Commissioners of Sewer Improvement
District No. 133, reporting plans and cost of improvements, and recommending the
appointment of Assessors to assess benefits to be received in the District. Upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, said Report was approved,
and received and filed. (See Resolution No. 2325).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2325, entitled: _
RESOLUTION ELECTING ASSESSORS FOR SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 133;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
(Director
Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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IlWinburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
,none;
Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2326, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DESIGNATING THE ARKANSAS STATE WELFARE DEPARTMENT
AS THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK +S CERTIFICATION AND SCREENING AGENT FOR MEDICALLY INDIGENT
RESIDENTS OF SAID CITY TO BE ADMITTED TO THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS MEDICAL CENTER;
PROVIDING THAT THE ARKANSAS STATE WELFARE DEPARTMENT SHALL USE ITS PRESENT STANDARDS
IDT MAKING A DETERMINATION OF THE FINANCIAL ABILITY OF LITTLE ROCK RESIDENTS CLAIMING
TO BE INDIGENT AND SEEKING ADMISSION TO THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS MEDICAL CENTER; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
�Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND
AND N01100 DOLLARS ($100,000.00) TO THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL AIRPORT COMMISSION;
April 20, 1959 - Cont1d. _
PROVIDING THAT THE SAID MONEY SHALL BE TRANSFERRED FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION
FUNDS APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING
' II AND DIRECTING THE-CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
WARRANTS FOR THE SAID TRANSFER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Full amount allotted for Airport Improvements in Capital Improvements Bond Issue
voted on in November, 1958 General Election);
which proposed resolution was read in full. Director Mrs. Dixon stated that she had
been advised by members of the Airport Commission that plans had been completed and
that they were ready to award contracts for construction on the terminal building and
other improvements, and the money was needed immediately for this construction, and in
order to obtain matching Federal Funds; and moved, that the resolution be adopted as
read, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship. Director Griffin then stated
that he had reliable-information that the Airport Commission at this time did not have
plans or contracts approved to necessitate the use of the full $100,000 as approved in
the Bond Issue, and that he was in favor of transferring only that amount as needed
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' for immediate use, this amount being $58,897.19 as indicated in a communication from
Mr. J. V. Satterfield, Jr., Chairman of the Municipal Airport Commission, to the
Board of Directors. As a substitute to the original motion, Director Griffin then
moved, that the resolution be amended and adopted to transfer only $58,897.19 at this
time, and to transfer the remainder of the $100,000'when the Airport Commission had
approved plans and were ready to let contracts on additional improvements. Said
substitute motion was seconded by Director Langford; and was adopted by the following
roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Griffin, and Langford - total 4; Noes -
Directors Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Mayor Knoop - total 3; Absent - none.
Resolution No. 2327 was then declared adopted as amended, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF FIFTY EIGHT THOUSAND
EIGHT HUNDRED NINETY SEVEN AND 19100 DOLLARS ($58,897.19) TO THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL
AIRPORT COMMISSION; PROVIDING THAT THE SAID MONEY SHALL BE TRANSFERRED FROM THE 1958
BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
' ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANTS FOR THE SAID TRANSFER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2328, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREE=H T WITH H. R. ZOOK, SR., FOR THE MacARTHUR PARK FOOD AND
DRINK CONCESSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Mr. W. K. Amo, Superintendent of Parks and
Recreation, reported to the Board of Directors that bids had been submitted for the
Lease and that the bid of H. R. Zook, Sr., the present Lessee, was the only one receiv
i'Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, said resolution was
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
(none.
' There was then presented Resolution No. 2329, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND ENTER INTO A RENEWAL LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC
RAILROAD COMPANY FOR PROPERTY TO BE USED BY THE CITY AS A MATERIAL STORAGE YARD;
PROVIDING ONE HUNDRED SEVENTY FIVE AND N01100 DOLLARS ($175.00) AS THE ANNUAL RENTAL
April 20, 1959 - Cont +d. • ' -
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2330, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF 300 PARK BENCHES
FOR USE IN MacARTHUR PARK TO GIANT MANUFACTURING CO. FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF THREE
THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($3,180.00); PROVIDING THAT THE SAID
MONEYS SHALL BE PAID FROM THE PARK & AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND APPROPRIATED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2331, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF.CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Bunker Suits and Helmets);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2332, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
TAKE BIDS FOR THE REPAIR OF GILLAM PARK SWIMMING POOL; PROVIDING THAT THE FUNDS
SHALL BE PAID FROM THE BOND FUNDS APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll.call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2333, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING N. W. RIEGLER, JR., M. D., FOR HIS OUTSTANDING
SERVICES TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AS A MEMBER OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2334, entitled: '
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING MAX A.MEHLBURGER ENGINEERS TO PERFORM CERTAIN ENGINEER-
ING SERVICES.FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF HAYES STREET BETWEEN CANTRELL ROAD AND
ASHER AVENUE; PROVIDING A FEE FOR SAID SERVICES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIill April 20, 1959 - Cont'd.
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which resolution was read in full. Director Winburn reported that he and Director I��I
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Griffin, members of a Committee appointed to study the proposed Widening of Hayes
' Street, for which $600,000 had been allotted from funds from the 1958 Capital Improve- Illf
ments Bond Issue, had made a survey with Mr. Mehlburger and that they felt that plans
and specifications could be made within approximately six weeks for the section from Ij
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� Markham Street south to Asher Avenue, City Manager Dean I. Dauley and Traffic Engineer)
Henry DeNoble recommended that Hayes Street be reconstructed with a divider strip if
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this could be done within the amount of money allotted for this project, with a fourteen
;foot divider from Markham Street south, and a two -foot divider from Markham Street nortY11
to Cantrell Road where the City has only a sixty -foot right -of -way. Mr. DeNoble noted
that Hayes Street was now carrying more than 10,000 vehicles during an average 24 -hour
period and that with the growth west of the City this count would probably increase to
more than 20,000 within approximately three years; and that this median divider strip
would increase the flow of traffic and reduce accident rates at intersections,
II' Director Griffin then moved, that said resolution to employ Max Mehlburger Engineers
' be adopted. Said motion was seconded by Director Langford, and the resolution was
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adopted by the following roll call: Ayes Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
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ii Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - none; Present
11.11and Not Voting - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
City Manager Dean I. Dauley then reported to the members of the Board of
Directors that it had become necessary that the City establish a center line for the
proposed Eighth Street Expressway from Hayes Street west to the By -pass which the
Arkansas State Highway Commission plans to construct in the future as a part of a
Fourth Bridge Expressway; in order that the City could protect right -of -way that would
be needed for the widening of Eighth Street. Mr. Dauley further stated that a Sub-
division Plat had been submitted to the Little Rock Planning Commission for approval
X11 which included an area in the tentative location of the By -pass. Director Langford
moved, "That the City Manager be authorized and directed to employ personnel for the
purposes of determining the Center Line for the Eighth Street Expressway from Hayes
!Street West to the West By -Pass Expressway at a cost not to exceed $5,000; which sum
is to paid from the 1958 Bond Construction Funds; and the City Manager and Director of
Finance shall be and they are hereby directed to execute.the necessary warrant or
warrants in the necessary sums ". This motion was seconded by Director Blankenship,
and was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent -.none.
There being no further business presented or to come before.the meeting,
upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
recessed at 9:45 o'clock p.m. until Monday, May 4, 1959 at 11:00 o'clock A. M. for the
taking of bids on the remaining $1,650,000 Capital Improvements Bonds of the $4,950,000
iiBond Issue as appr6ved in the November 4, 1958 General Election.
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City Clerk. Ma
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas, 11
April 24, 1959 - 4:30 P.M. '
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in Special
Session upon call by the Mayor, with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk
Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Hewitt and Winburn -
total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The following Notice of Special Session of the Board of Directors which had
been delivered to each of the Directors, as filed in the Office of the City Clerk on
April 23, 19.59, stating the purpose of this meeting, was then presented:
"Little Rock, Arkansas
April 23, 1959
TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
Dear Directors:
Please accept this letter as notice that a Special Meeting
of the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
will be held Friday, April 24, 1959 at 4:30 ofclock P. M.
The purpose of this meeting is to pass another bond sale
resolution re- setting the bond sale date. The necessity of
this meeting is due to an error of the Gazette in publishing
the bond sale notice.
s/ W. C. Knoop
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Mayor
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Please acknowledge receipt'of this notice by signing below.
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sl James F. Hewitt G. W. Blankenship
Leo H. Griffin
Mrs. Edgar F. Dixon
Letcher L. Langford"
F I L E D _
APR 23 1959 j
PAULINE G. BEESON
City Clerk- Treasurer
Mayor Knoop then stated that Director Winburn was out of the City at the time the
Notice was delivered to him. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon., seconded by Director
Griffin, said 'Notice was read dnd made a matter of record by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - -total
5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Hewitt and Winburn - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2335,:entitled:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REPUBLICATION OF THE NOTICE OF SALE OF $1,650,000
OF 'GENERAL OBLIGATION VARIOUS PURPOSE BONDS BY THE CSTY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Mrs. l
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;' '
Absent - Directors Hewitt and Winburn - total 2.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Resolution No. 2335 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
April 24, 1959 - Cont'd.
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Hewitt and Winburn - total 2.
Director Blankenship then moved, that the action by the Board of Directors
at the last regular meeting on April 20, 1959 recessing said meeting until 11:00
o'clock A. M., May 4, 1959, be rescinded. Said motion was seconded by Director
Langford, and was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There being no further business to be presented at this meeting, upon motion
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors adjourned
at 4:45 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, May 4, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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APPROVED:
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Clerk of Pulaski County. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Winburn, public hearing on the Petition was set for Monday, May 18, 1959 in the
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
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May 4, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
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following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
jGriffin,
and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
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There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
jThe
meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of.April 20, 1959 and
Special Meeting of April 24, 1959 were dispensed with and said minutes approved as
written, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented a Petition from St. Andrews M. E. Church, and
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Willie and George Williams, stating that they are the owners of all of the property
abutting upon that portion of Riffel Avenue lying between Block 12 of Woodlawn
IAddition
to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, and Lots 1 and 2 and the North 8 feet
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of Lot 3, of Block 3, A. C. Galloway's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
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and asking the City to vacate and close that portion of Riffel Avenue as above
! described. Attached to said Petition were Plats and Certificate from the Circuit
Clerk of Pulaski County. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Winburn, public hearing on the Petition was set for Monday, May 18, 1959 in the
May Z+, 199 - Cont'd. _
Board of Directors Chamber, City Hall, Little Rock, Arkansas, at 7:30 o'clock P.M.,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Resolution No. 2336). '
There was then presented Resolution No. 2336, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON
AND CLOSE A PORTION OF RIFFEL AVENUE IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from John Harvey Baird for reclassification of property at the
Northeast corner of 25th and Schiller Streets, described as Lot 91 Block 10, Sheldon's
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - family District
to that of "F" Commercial District property; and
Petition from Fred R. Prioleau and Gladys W. Prioleau, by John H. Haley, '
Attorney, for reclassification of property in the 3500 block on the north side of
West Roosevelt Road, being a tract of land in the SW-If SE-4k Section 8, T -1 -N, R -12 -W;
from the present "B" Residence and "F" Commercial District to that of "H" Business
District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr.; and filed therewith was a
communication with Report from the Little Rock Planning Commission on the action as
taken by the Planning Commission for approval of same, and also on two previous
Petitions as follows:
Petition from Mrs. Mildred Moss, for reclassification of property at 3820
Hill Road, described as Lot 9, Block 14, Pulaski Heights Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "D" Apartment
District property; said report stating that this application has been approved by
the Planning Commission on April 9, 1959 and by the Board of Directors on April 20,
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1959, which included five lots. Through an error this lot, Lot 9, was omitted when
the ordinance was prepared; and
Petition from International Paper Company for reclassification of property
at 4501 through 4519 Asher Avenue, described as Lots 4 through 15, inclusive, Block 4,
Remmel's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "F" Commercial
District property to that of "I" Light Industrial District; said Report stating that
this application has been approved by the Planning Commission on March 5, 1959, and by
the Board of Directors on March 16, 1959. A minor error was made in that part of the
ordinance concerning this tract; and we have included this tract in the proposed
ordinance presented at this time in order to make the correction.
Director Mrs. Dixon moved, seconded by Director Blankenshipq that the report .
of the Little Rock Planning Commission on the Petitions be adopted and said Petitions
be granted, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,932).
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There was-then presented-Ordinance No. 10,932,.entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS:PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING.ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
May 4, 1959 - Cont'd
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board
of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time;
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again sus-
pended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,933, entitled:
-AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF AMERICAN LaFRANCE COMPANY ON THE
PURCHASE OF 10 ALUMINUM LADDERS FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OF THE.CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
(ARKANSAS; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED FORTY AND N01100 DOLLARS
($1,440.00) FROM THE FIRE STATION IMPROVEMENT FUND THEREFOR; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Winburn moved, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the rules again be
suspended and the ordinance be placed on third and final reading, which motion was
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
_ j Directors Hewitt,- Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,934, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE N0. 9794, SAME BEING, "AN
ORDINANCE REAPPOINTING DR. W. R. ALSTADT AS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSIONER OF THE LITTLE
ROCK CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Correct Term of Office);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was decl
number and
more
than two - thirds of
the
members of
the
Board
of Directors - elect.
ilWhereupon,
said
ordinance was then
read
the third
and
last
time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was decl
May It ,y 199 - Cont 'd
There was then presented Resolution No. 2337, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING CAL R. LEDBETTER AS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSIONER OF
THE LITTLE ROCK CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2338, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
(APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 107921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Park & Airport Construction and Street Right -of -Way Funds);
jwhich resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
;Director
Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2339, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
TAKE BIDS FOR A FENCE, BLEACHERS, LIGHTS, LIGHT POLES, AND GRADING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A LITTLE LEAGUE BALL PARK TO BE LOCATED IN THE BARTON PLAYGROUND AREA IN THE CITY
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LITTLE ROCK, SAID BALL PARK TO BE CONSTRUCTED FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED FIVE
(THOUSAND
AND N01100 DOLLARS ($5,000.00); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
(Winburn,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2340, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
A CONTRACT WITH GINOCCHIO- CROMWELL AND ASSOCIATES, REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECTS,
EMPLOYING SAID ARCHITECTS TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR AND
TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PROPER SUPERVISION AND INSPECTION OF THE REMODELING OF THE
(LITTLE
ROCK CITY HALL; PROVIDING.THAT THE SAID ARCHITECTS SHALL RECEIVE A FEE OF TEN
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PER CENT (10°%) AS THEIR STANDARD ARCHITECTURAL FEE FOR SAID PROFESSIONAL SERVICES;
PROVIDING THAT THE FEE OF SAID ARCHITECTS SHALL BE PAID FROM BOND FUNDS AUTHORIZED BY
NO. 10,852 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IlORDINANCE
which resolution was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded
Eby
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2341, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES PREPARED
AND SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY STOWERS AND ROYCE, REGISTERED, LICENSED
ARCHITECTS, FOR THIRTEEN (13) TENNIS COURTS TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
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AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR
HOCK;
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAID TENNIS COURTS AT THE LOCATIONS HEREIN IDENTIFIED; AND FOR OTHER
(PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2342, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING CONNER, BALDWIN & FARRIS TO MAKE APPRAISALS IN
CONNECTION WITH THE ACQUISITION BY THE CITY OF A SIXTY FOOT (601) RIGHT OF WAY ON
NORTH HAYES STREET BETWEEN MARKHAM STREET AND CANTRELL ROAD; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2343, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ANNOUNCING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY TO CONSTRUCT AN ADDITIONAL
PAVILION TO BE LOCATED AT BOYLE PARK FOR A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED TWO THOUSAND FIVE
HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($2,500.00); PROVIDING THAT THE SAID MONEY SHALL BE PAID
FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2344, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING JOHN P. POWERS, A REGISTERED, PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER
TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF
ROADWAYS, SERVICE ROADS, PARKING AREAS, SHOULDERS AND SIDEWALKS IN WAR MEMORIAL PARK
AND AT THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL ZOO; PROVIDING THAT THE TOTAL COST FOR THE SAID
CONSTRUCTION SHALL NOT EXCEED TWENTY FIVE THOUSAND AND N01100 DOLLARS ($259000.00);
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
for the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of March, 1959. Upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Report was received and
filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, the
Board of Directors recessed. at 8:10 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, May 18,
1959 at 11:00 o'clock A. M. for the purpose of receiving Bids on the Sale of the remair.
$1,650,000 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bonds of the $$4,950,000 approv
at the General Election held on November 4, 1959 in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
ATTEST:
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APPROVED to
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
May 18, 1959 - 11:00 A.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in reconvened
session from the regular meeting held on May 4, 1959, having recessed until this date
and time for the purpose of receiving bids for the sale of the remaining $1,650,000
1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bonds of the $4,950,000 approved at the
General Election held on November 4, 1959; with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City
Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs.
Dixon - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced; the following pro -
ceedings were had:
Mayor Knoop then announced that this was the time and place for the opening
of sealed bids on the sale of $1,650,000 of Bonds to be issued and sold by the City of
Little Rock under Amendment No. 13 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas, being '
jthe remaining portion of the $4,950,000 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements
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Bonds approved at the General Election held in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas on
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November 4, 1958; in the following amounts and for the following purposes:
$3007000 for the acquisition of right -of -way for construction
of public streets, alleys, and boulevards;
$5007000 for the construction of, widening, or straightening
of streets, alleys and boulevards;
$200,000 for the purchase, development and improvement of
public parks and flying fields;
$600,000 for the purchase of sites for, construction of,
and equipment of City Hall, Auditorium and prison;
$ 50,000 for buildings for the housing of fire - fighting
apparatus.
,Mr. Ancil Douthit, Assistant City Manager was then requested by the Mayor to proceed
with the accepting and opening of the bids as presented. Whereupon, Mr. Douthit '
opened the bids as follows, it being announced that said bids had been filed in accord-
ance with the terms of the respective notices of said bond sale duly published:
Halsey- Stuart & Company, Inc., John Nuveen & Company,
Hornblower & Weeks, Dabbs Sullivan Company, George K. Baum
& Company, McCormich & Company, and Allan Blair & Company;
at par and accrued interest to date of delivery for bonds
at an average net interest rate of 3.90218 per cent,
said delivery to be within sixty days of date of sale;
Mercantile Trust Company, St. Louis; First National Bank,
Memphis; Womeldorff & Lindsey, Little Rock, Arkansas;
and Hill, Crawford & Lanford, Inc., Little Rock, Arkansas;
par and accrued interest to date of delivery for bonds
bearing a net average interest rate of 3.95 per cent,
with delivery date to be within sixty days of sale;
T. J. Raney Investment Company, Inc., and Stephens, Inc.;
par and accrued interest to date of delivery for bonds
bearing a net average interest rate of 3.849660 per cent;
said bid including the provision that the purchaser would
pay cost of the approving Attorney's opinion and cost of
authenticating the Bonds. .
Upon completion of the reading of the bids, upon motion of Director Blankenship, '
seconded by Director Langford, the Board recessed into Executive Session to determine
the highest and best bid, after which the Board of Directors reconvened with Mayor
I�W. C. Knoop presiding, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk, and the following Directors
present: Directors Hewitt, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 4; Absent -
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May 18. 1959 - Cont'd.
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
Mayor Knoop then stated that after due consideration of the bids received,
it had been determined that the bid of T. J. Raney Investment Company, Inc., and
Stephens, Inc., for the $1,650,000 Capital Improvements Bonds of 1958 for a net
interest cost of 3.849660 per cent, was the highest and best bid, and that it was the
intent of the Board of Directors to accept the bid of T. J. Raney Investment Company,
and Stephens, Inc. Mayor Knoop further stated that a proper Resolution to accept a
bid for the sale of the above mentioned Bonds would be prepared and presented at a
meeting of the Board of Directors to be held at 7:30 o'clock P.M. on this same date.
There being no further business to be presented at this meeting, upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors then recessed
at 11:30 o'clock A. M. to meet again at 7:30 o'clock P.M. on Monday, May 18, 1959•
ATTEST: /
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City Clerk.
APPROVED•
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
May 18, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in reconvened
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
I�ILangford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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iThere being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
In connection with the receiving and opening of sealed bids by the Board of
Directors on the sale of $19650,000 Capital Improvements Bonds at a meeting held at
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i1111:00 o'clock A. M., this date, these Bonds being the remaining portion of the
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$4,950,000 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bonds approved at the General
Election held in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas on November 4, 1959; and it being
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determined that the bid of T. J. Raney Investment Company, and Stephens, Incorporated
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was the highest and best bid, there was then presented the following:
11�II II There was then presented Resolution No. 2345, entitled:
�j A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A BID FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION VARIOUS PURPOSE BONDS
P.
TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
,which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
i�by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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lAbsent - Director Winburn - total 1.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Resolution No. 2345 was read and,
Ayes -
was adopted by the following roll call:/ Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
May 18. 1959 - Cont'd.
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
total 1.
Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn
There being no further business to be presented or to come before this
meeting, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of
Directors adjourned at 7:35 o'clock P.M., to meet again at 7:40 o'clock P.M. on
Monday, May 18, 1959.
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City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
May 18, 1959 - 7:40 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little,Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of May 4, 1959 and
reconvened meeting of May 18, 1959 was dispensed with and said minutes approved, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, upon motion
of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Hewitt.
There was again presented the Petition from St. Andrews M. E. Church, and
Willie and George Williams, representing themselves to be the owners of all property
abutting upon that portion of Riffel Avenue lying between Block 12 of Woodlawn Addition
to the City of Little Rock; asking the City to vacate and close that portion of Riffel
Avenue as above described. Public hearing on said Petition was set for this date and
place by Resolution No. 2336 on May 4, 1959 by the Board of Directors, and filed here-
with was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving the closing
of this portion of Riffel Avenue south of 33rd and State Streets. The City Clerk then
stated that notice was duly published on May 79 1959 and May 14, 1959 notifying all
persons interested in the proposed closure to appear and they would be heard thereon.
Whereupon, all persons so desiring were heard therein. There being no protests pre-
sented at this time, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford,
said Petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,935).
May-18, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,935, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING, AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF RIFFEL AVENUE
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and1final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
(passed.
There being a large group of property owners and residents on Fair Park
Boulevard in attendance to protest the recent installation by the Traffic Engineer of
"No Parking" signs on the Boulevard, Mayor Knoop then extended the ones desiring to be
heard the courtesy of the floor. Mr. Roland M. Shelton, representing several of the
group,.and others individually requested the Board of Directors to consider removing
the "No Parking" signs entirely; and if this could not be done, to at least provide
for limited parking on this street; and stated that this boulevard had become a speed
;(hazard since the "No Parking" ban. Mr. DeNoble, Traffic Engineer,was then requested
to state the necessity for eliminating parking on Fair Park Boulevard. Mr. DeNoble
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stated that there had been an increase in traffic accidents; that the street had a
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high traffic count, and with the narrow width this slowed traffic considerably with
;cars parked on either side of the street; that there were numerous driveways and steep
hills; and also that it was a Bus Route for this area. After lengthy discussion on the
'matter, Director Blankenship moved, seconded by Director Hewitt, that the Mayor appoint
a Committee to meet with Mr. DeNoble and residents on Fair Park Boulevard as soon as
possible, and that a report be made by this Committee at the next Agenda meeting of the
Board of Directors.
There was then presented the following Communication from the City Attorney
relative to a request of the Dixie Joy Ice Cream Company, to amend Ordinance No. 10,905
which regulates the operation of Mobile Canteen Units in the City, in order that ice
cream vending machines would be allowed to operate in the City of Little Rock under
these regulations:
I`11 "Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas
City Hall
VIII Little Rock, Arkansas
RE: Amending Ordinance No. 10,905
Dear Mrs. Dixon & Gentlemen:
ilk The City Manager and the Traffic Engineer desire to go on
record as being opposed to amending the above referred to
Ordinance in any way to permit the doing of business by
ice cream novelty concerns within street right of ways in
the residential areas of this City.
In as much as no definite instructions were given this
II office relative this amendment, it has been recommended
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Lay-18,-1252 - Cont'd.
that this report would suffice for this particular meeting
of the Board. Of course, should the Board desire to make
any definite change in the above Ordinance, then such
amendment can be prepared and ready for the next official
meeting of the Board of Directors. I ■
Very truly yours,
Joseph C. Kemp"
Mr. Jack Jeu, owner of The Dixie Joy Ice Cream Company, and Mr. Charles L. Carpenter,
his Attorney, were extended the courtesy of the floor. Mr. Jeu stated that his business)
had increased in volumn recently and that he had employed additional employees, and
that under the provisions of Ordinance No. 10,905 he was prohibited from operating his
ice cream vending machines in the City of Little Rock; and that unless the ordinance
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was amended to permit this operation he would have to discharge several employees and
his business would be limited to a great extent, thus causing him a great loss in
revenue. After discussion on the matter, Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that this matter
be given further study with consideration given to amending Ordinance No. 10,905 to
allow the operation of ice cream vending machines, which motion was seconded by
Director Blankenship, and adopted by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present. Mayor Knoop then appointed Director Mrs. Dixon as Chairman of a
Committee composed of Director Blankenship, City Manager Dean I. Dauley, Traffic
Engineer Henry DeNoble, and Mr. Charles L. Carpenter, to review Ordinance No. 10,905
for the purpose of amendment. (Communication received and filed).
There was then presented a Petition from Transportation Properties, Inc.,
by R. A. Lile; representing themselves to be the owner of the property abutting that
portion of a dedicated Street known as "NORTH RINGO STREET" which lies and is situated
north of North Street, (Bounded on the North by the Arkansas River and on.the South by
North Street, with no intersecting streets in between), in the City of Little Rock,
Pulaski County, Arkansas; asking the City to vacate and abandon all of that part of
North Ringo Street that lies north of North Street, Original City of Little Rock,
Arkansas. Attached to the Petition was a Plat and Certificate of the Circuit Clerk
of Pulaski County, Arkansas; and filed herewith was a communication from the Little
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Rock Planning Commission approving and recommending the closing of that portion of the
above described street. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, public hearing on said Petition was set for Monday, June 1, 1959 at 7 :30 o'clock
P. M. in the Board of Directors Chamber, City Hall, Little Rock, Arkansas, by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution
No. 2346).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2346, entitled:
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RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
SETTING DATE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO VACATE THAT PORTION OF NORTH RINGO STREET THAT
LIES NORTH OF NORTH STREET, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,.Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; '
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There were then presented the following Petitions for Rezoning of property:
MdV 18, 1959 - Cont'd.
Petition from C. E. Whitlow for reclassification of property at 415 East
9th Street, described as the west 66 feet of Lots 10, 11 and 12, Block 59, Original
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "G"
�1 Commercial District property;
Petition from Katie Bohnert, by Darrell D. Dover, Attorney, for reclassifi-
cation of property at 202 Barton Street, described as Lot 2, Block 7, Capitol View
�I Addition; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - family District;
�I Petition from Howard and Elizabeth Dishongh, for reclassification of
property at the Northeast corner of Woodlane and West Capitol Avenue, described as
l the West One -half of Lot 13 and all of Lots 14 and 15, Block 343, Original City of
ly Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet
(; Business and Institutional District property;
�I1 Petition from Charles H. Fletcher for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of North Chester and North Streets, described as Lot 6 of Block 352,
W. B. Worthen's Subdivision of the Original City of Little Rock, Arkansas;from the
11 present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional
�i District property; and
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I Petition from Swift and Company; and Little Rock Planning Commission, for
reclassification of property in the General vicinity East of Confederate Boulevard and
Geyer Street, South of East 15th Street and East 1 7th Street, North of Fourche Bayou
and West of the Airport; from the present "K'! Heavy Industrial District, "J" Light
Industrial District, "B" Residence District and "A" One- family District to that of
"I" Light Industrial District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr.; and filed herewith was a
communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission with Report on action as taken
by the Planning Commission on the above described Petitions and Proposal by the
III Planning Commission. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin,
the report and recommendation of the Little Rock Planning Commission was adopted and
Ij said Petitions were granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
I�Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,936).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,936, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. John W. Barron, Jr., Attorney for the
Petitioner Swift and Company, asked the consideration of the Board of Directors for
suspending of the rules on the reading of the Ordinance for second and third readings
i! and passing same at this meeting, stating that Swift and Company was holding up con-
struction on a new building until its property was rezoned. Director Griffin moved,
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that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion
Ili was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the second
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time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were
May 18,_13_52 - Cont'd.
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
In connection with the adoption of Resolution No. 2341 on May 4, 1959
approving plans and specifications prepared by Stowers and Boyce, Architects, for the
construction of Tennis Courts in MacArthur Park, Rebsamen Park, War Memorial Park,
Gillam Park, and Dunbar Recreation Center; Director Mrs. Dixon, Chairman of the
Committee appointed by the Mayor to review these plans and specifications, then reported
that these plans involved more funds than the Board of Directors allotted from the
Bond Issue as approved, and that this Committee recommended that these plans and
specifications not be approved. Mr. Harold S. Boyce then stated that his firm would
be agreeable to submitting revised plans and cost estimates as soon as possible, with
the thought of decreasing the number of courts to be constructed, and also the type
of materials to be used. Director Mrs. Dixon then moved, that all previous bids on
construction of said Tennis Courts be rejected, which motion was seconded by Director
Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,937, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF TWO HUNDRED TWENTY AND 99/100 DOLLARS
(3220.99) PAYABLE TO CARL KRIPPENDORF AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES
TO HIS AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, WHICH OCCURRED ON THE 4TH DAY OF MAY, 1959, AT SEVENTH AND BYRD STREETS
IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE
THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID APPROPRIATING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
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Director Hewitt then moved, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, that the rules again be
suspended and the ordinance placed on the third and final reading, which motion was
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
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was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,938, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SETTLE AND PAY CERTAIN PERSONAL
PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS MADE AGAINST THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; ESTABLISHING STANDARDS
AND PROCEDURE FOR THE PROCESSING OF SUCH CLAIMS; CREATING AND APPROPRIATING TO A
(REVOLVING FUND FROM WHICH SUCH CLAIMS SHALL BE PAID; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
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of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
May 18, 1959 - Cont'd.
Griffin moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance placed on third and
final reading, which motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,939, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING A FUND FOR THE PAYMENT OF MEDICAL, HOSPITAL, NURSING
AND SURGICAL EXPENSES OF KATHERINE LUMPKIN; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE THOUSAND
DOLLARS ($11000.00) TO THE SAID FUND; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
PAY SUCH SUMS AT SUCH TIMES AND TO SUCH PERSONS, FIRMS OR CORPORATIONS AS HE MAY DEEM
WISE, EXPEDIENT AND IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE SAID KATHERINE LUMPKIN; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
IIWARRANTS IN CONFORMITY HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
r (Re: Injuries suffered by burns from smudge pot placed in street by the City);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Griffin then moved, that the rules be again suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
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vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total l; Present and Not voting - Director
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Langford - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,939, Director Blankenship
II' then moved, that the Board of Directors go on record as endorsing a similar appropria-
tion in 1960, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by the
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following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
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Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1; Present
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and Not voting - Director Langford - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,940, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FIFTY TWO AND 50 1100 DOLLARS ($52.50) TO GUS BLASS
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j COMPANY AND EIGHTY NINE AND 05 1100 DOLLARS ($89.05) TO WORTHEN BANK & TRUST COMPANY AS
REFUNDS FOR MONEY PAID BY THE SAID COMPANIES TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AS ADVANCE
RENTAL FOR PORTIONS OF THE PUBLIC STREETS IN THE SAID CITY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR;
' AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
i which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
May 18. 1959 - Cont'd.
Director Hewitt moved, seconded by Director Griffin, that the rules again be suspended
and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
,
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Municipal
Water Works for the year 1958. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2347, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT AND PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Tractor and Mower for Sanitation Department; and Utility Tractor Loader for
Parks and Recreation Department;)
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total.6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2348, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Flusher; Tractor Loader; and Utility Tractor);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, ,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2349, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH GRADY GARMS FOR THE REPAIR OF GILLAM PARK SWIMMING POOL
AND WADING POOL; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2350, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO EXECUTE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE HOUSING
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE PURCHASE BY THE SAID CITY FROM
THE SAID HOUSING AUTHORITY OF CERTAIN PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TO BE USED BY THE
CITY AS A FIRE STATION SITE; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF SIXTEEN
THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($16,500.00) PAYABLE TO THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE IL
May 182 1959 - Cont'd.
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IN PAYMENT FOR THE SAID FIRE STATION SITE; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECT
THE CITY,MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT IN PAYMENT
THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property in Livestock Show Area on Roosevelt Road);
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs.Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2351, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY FOR THE WIDENING
AND PAVING OF WEST MARKHAM STREET BETWEEN STIFFT STATION AND ELM STREET IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH SAID COMPANY FOR SAID IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZING AND
APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND DOLLARS (686,000.00) PAYABLE FROM
THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS, WHICH MONEYS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 109921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS IN PAYMENT
THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2352, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS PREPARED AND SUBMITTED
TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY ROBERT L. ROBINSON, REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECT, FOR
TWO WAREHOUSE GARAGES, ONE TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT REBSAMEN PARK AND ONE AT WAR MEMORIAL
PARK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAID WAREHOUSE GARAGES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2353, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING WARREN BALDWIN, SR., OF CONNER, BALDWIN & FARRIS,
TO ACT AS THE REPRESENTATIVE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IN THE ACQUISITION OF SUCH
RIGHT OF WAYS ON HIGHWAY NO. 10 AS IS NEEDED TO OBTAIN A SIXTY FOOT (601) RIGHT OF
WAY ALONG SAID ROUTE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
In connection with the protest to the "No Parking" signs on Fair Park
Boulevard, Mayor Knoop then appointed Director Hewitt as Chairman of a Committee to
meet with residents in the area, the Traffic Engineer and City Manager, at the earlies
date possible, to review the matter; said members of the Committee to be selected by
Director Hewitt from the Board of Directors.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
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May 18, 1959 - Cont'd.
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors jail
adjourned at 9:30 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, June 1, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
P.M.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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City Clerk.
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Board of Directors Chamber, '
Little Rock, Arkansas,
June 1, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs.Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. ,
There was again presented the Petition from Transportation Properties, Inc.,
by R. A. Lile; representing themselves to be the owner of all property abutting upon
that portion of a dedicated street known as "NORTH RINGO STREET ", which lies and is
situated north of North Street, (Bounded on the North by the Arkansas River and on the
South by North Street, with no intersecting streets in between), in the City of Little'
Rock, Arkansas; asking the City to vacate and abandon all of that part of North Ringo
Street that lies north of North Street, Original City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
Attached to said Petition was a Plat and Certificate of the Circuit Clerk of Pulaski
County, Arkansas; and communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving
and recommending the closing of that portion of the above described street. Public
hearing on the Petition had been set by Resolution No. 2346 by the Board of Directors
on May 189 1959, and the City Clerk stated that notice had been duly published on May
20, 1959 and May 27, 1959 notifying all persons interested to appear and they would be
heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were then heard therein. There
being no protests presented, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, said petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,941).
June 1, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,941, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING A PORTION OF NORTH RINGO
STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
�I time. Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance
placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
II six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect.
West 25th Streets; described as all of Block 3, E. W. Gibb's Addition and all of Block
�I 26, Fulton's South Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C"
I
Two - family District to that of "F" Commercial District property. Said Petition carried
II the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by
III William F. Steinkamp, Chairman. Filed herewith was a Report from the Planning Commis -
it sion, noting that in their approval of the said Petition, they had required an addition
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li al twenty feet of right -of -way dedication for Broadway, ten additional feet for
liRoosevelt Road and additional areas at the intersection of Broadway and Roosevelt, and
�l Spring and Roosevelt Road to provide a more desirable turning radius, (for proposed
construction of Shopping Center); and attached hereto was Dedication Deed as requested
11� by Planning Commission, to be recorded by Petitioners in the office of the County
I Recorder thirty days from date of passage of an ordinance to rezone the above described
property.
Submitted with said Report from the Little Rock Planning Commission was a
I} proposal by that body for reclassification of property at 706 Pierce Street, described
Ili as Lots 13 and 14, Block 11, Lincoln Park Addition, from the present "K" Heavy
III Industrial District to that of "B" Residence District property; which property is
included in a proposed ordinance to reclassify this property, and that of the above
I�I described property on the Northeast corner of Roosevelt Road and Broadway.
Director Langford moved, that the report of the Planning Commission be adopted
and said Petition and Proposal be granted, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt
and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
II present. (See Ordinance No. 10,942).
li There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,942, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
�ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
i AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIwhich ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
�I
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
III
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
ljAyes
- Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
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6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
IItotal
was declared passed.
There was then presented a Petition from R. Mike Butner, Agent for the owners,
for reclassification of property on the Northeast corner of Broadway and Roosevelt
Road, being all that property between Broadway and Spring Streets, and West 24th and
West 25th Streets; described as all of Block 3, E. W. Gibb's Addition and all of Block
�I 26, Fulton's South Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C"
I
Two - family District to that of "F" Commercial District property. Said Petition carried
II the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by
III William F. Steinkamp, Chairman. Filed herewith was a Report from the Planning Commis -
it sion, noting that in their approval of the said Petition, they had required an addition
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li al twenty feet of right -of -way dedication for Broadway, ten additional feet for
liRoosevelt Road and additional areas at the intersection of Broadway and Roosevelt, and
�l Spring and Roosevelt Road to provide a more desirable turning radius, (for proposed
construction of Shopping Center); and attached hereto was Dedication Deed as requested
11� by Planning Commission, to be recorded by Petitioners in the office of the County
I Recorder thirty days from date of passage of an ordinance to rezone the above described
property.
Submitted with said Report from the Little Rock Planning Commission was a
I} proposal by that body for reclassification of property at 706 Pierce Street, described
Ili as Lots 13 and 14, Block 11, Lincoln Park Addition, from the present "K" Heavy
III Industrial District to that of "B" Residence District property; which property is
included in a proposed ordinance to reclassify this property, and that of the above
I�I described property on the Northeast corner of Roosevelt Road and Broadway.
Director Langford moved, that the report of the Planning Commission be adopted
and said Petition and Proposal be granted, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt
and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
II present. (See Ordinance No. 10,942).
li There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,942, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
�ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
i AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIwhich ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
June 1. 1959 - Cont'd.
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance be
placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,943, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
OF A TERRITORY OF LAND LOCATED IN SECTIONS 1 AND 21 TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST,
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, BEING CONTIGUOUS TO THE EXISTING SOUTH AND WEST BOUNDARY OF
SAID CITY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: North 70 acres of Briarwood and adjoining areas);
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
copy of the Pulaski County Court Order as approved on March 131 1959, and a communica-
tion from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving the proposed annexation and
verifying the property description. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Langford moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading; which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 1079441 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF 51,650,000 OF BONDS, BEING THE
REMAINING PART OF AN AUTHORIZED ISSUE OF $41950,000 OF BONDS, FOR THE SEVERAL DIFFERENT
PURPOSES LISTED THEREIN; PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship then moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance
placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and
was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
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June 1, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented the application of Aubrey Wilkinson, Animal Control
Worker 11 at the City Pound, for disability retirement salary of.$132.50 semi- monthly
for a period of Fifteen Months and One Day, effective June 1, 1959 through September
19 1960, under the terms of Ordinance No. 10,783, for a total amount of $3,987.05•
Attached thereto were supporting statements from Dr. Mason G. Lawson, Public Health
Director for the City, and J. R. Wassell, M.D., personal physician; together with
verification from the Civil Service Director as to employment by the City. Upon motion
' of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, said application was granted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 10,9+5).
i
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,945, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 22 A (1) AND 22 B (1) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882,
SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1959, AND ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN
PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY PROVIDING
FOR THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF AUBREY WILKINSON, ANIMAL CONTROL WORKER 11, FOR THE
REMAINDER OF THE YEAR 1959; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third
and last time,
and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result
being as follows:
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford -
I
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn
- total 1.
The emergency section, being Section 18 of Ordinance No.
10,944 was read, and,
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon,
iordinance
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes
- none; Absent -
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Director Winburn - total 1.
(Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
There was then presented the application of Aubrey Wilkinson, Animal Control
Worker 11 at the City Pound, for disability retirement salary of.$132.50 semi- monthly
for a period of Fifteen Months and One Day, effective June 1, 1959 through September
19 1960, under the terms of Ordinance No. 10,783, for a total amount of $3,987.05•
Attached thereto were supporting statements from Dr. Mason G. Lawson, Public Health
Director for the City, and J. R. Wassell, M.D., personal physician; together with
verification from the Civil Service Director as to employment by the City. Upon motion
' of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, said application was granted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 10,9+5).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,945, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 22 A (1) AND 22 B (1) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882,
SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1959, AND ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN
PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY PROVIDING
FOR THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF AUBREY WILKINSON, ANIMAL CONTROL WORKER 11, FOR THE
REMAINDER OF THE YEAR 1959; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,945 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blanken-
ship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
�Winburn - total 1.
' There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,946, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FOUR HUNDRED FORTY FIVE AND 96/100
DOLLARS ($445.96) PAYABLE TO J. E. FIELDS, JR., APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED
EIGHTY NINE AND 94/100 DOLLARS ($189.94) PAYABLE TO A. R. HARRELSON, AND APPROPRIATING
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
(Mrs.
Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said
iordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
(Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,945 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blanken-
ship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
�Winburn - total 1.
' There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,946, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FOUR HUNDRED FORTY FIVE AND 96/100
DOLLARS ($445.96) PAYABLE TO J. E. FIELDS, JR., APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF ONE HUNDRED
EIGHTY NINE AND 94/100 DOLLARS ($189.94) PAYABLE TO A. R. HARRELSON, AND APPROPRIATING
Tune 1. 1959 - Cont'd.
THE SUM OF EIGHT HUNDRED FIFTEEN AND 65/100 DOLLARS ($815.65) PAYABLE TO RUSSELL E.
WHITE AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO THEIR AUTOMOBILES ARISING OUT
OF A COLLISION WITH VEHICLES OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS ; DIRECTING
,
THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS FOR THE
SAID APPROPRIATIONS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance.placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordi-
nance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
,
passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ANNOUNCING THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK REGARDING
PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS MADE AGAINST THE CITY; ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND
PROCEDURE FOR THE PROCESSING OF SUCH CLAIMS; APPROPRIATING THE SUMS OF SIX HUNDRED
DOLLARS ($600.00) AND FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS ($400.00) FROM THE GENERAL FUND AND STREET
FUND RESPECTIVELY TO ACCOUNT NO. 5.1 TO BE USED FOR THE PAYMENT OF SUCH CLAIMS;
REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 10,938; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that
the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for further study, which motion was
seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present.
In connection with the paying of claims by the City resulting from accidents
,
involving City -owned vehicles, Director Griffin moved, that Director Langford and the
City Manager investigate and make a report to the members of the Board of Directors
regarding insurance coverage on City -owned vehicles and the cost involved on the basis
of $100.00 and $200.00 deductible. This motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Housing Authority of the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas, for the year 1958; which Report, upon motion of Director
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, was received and filed by viva voce vote
iof the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Report of the Little Rock Public Library
for the year 1958; which Report, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was received and filed by viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Little Rock Public
Library for the year ending December 319 1958. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director - Hewitt, said Report was received and filed by viva voce vote of
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June 1, 1959 - Cont'd.
the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report of
' the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of April, 1959. Upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Report was received and filed
by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 235+, entitled:
II A RESOLUTION CREATING THE POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF CIVIL DEFENSE FOR THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE THE APPOINTMENT OF THE DIRECTOR
OF CIVIL DEFENSE SUBJECT TO CONFIRMATION BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2355, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE CIVIL DEFENSE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Air Raid Receivers, Warning Timers, and Conversion for Sirens from Single Tone
to Two Tone);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
�I Director Griffin was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors - Hewitt
� g ,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2356, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER
INTO AND EXECUTE AN ACQUISITION CONTRACT WITH CONNER, BALDWIN & FARRIS, A PARTNERSHIP,
FOR THE PURPOSE OF ACQUIRING PROPERTY LOCATED ADJACENT TO BOTH SIDES OF CANTRELL ROAD
BETWEEN PASCHAL HEIGHTS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND BEECHWOOD STREET IN
THE SAID CITY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
i
Mrs.. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2357, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES PREPARED
AND SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY TRAPP, CLIPPARD AND PHELPS, REGISTERED,
LICENSED ARCHITECTS, FOR A FIRE STATION TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF
THE INTERSECTION OF 9TH AND SHERMAN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAID
FIRE STATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
IiDirector Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
I[I Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2358, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
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June 1, 1959 - Cont'd.
BIDS FOR THE DEMOLITION AND WRECKING OF A RESIDENCE LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER
OF THE INTERSECTION OF 9TH & SHERMAN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
IN ACCORDANCE WITH SPECIFICATIONS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Construction of new Fire Station);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was
adopted
by the
following
roll call:
Ayes
- Directors
Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin,
Mayor
Knoop, and
Langford -
total
6; Noes -
none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2359, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES PREPARED
AND SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY STOWERS AND BOYCE, REGISTERED, LICENSED
ARCHITECTS, FOR THIRTEEN (13) TENNIS COURTS TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAID TENNIS COURTS AT THE LOCATIONS HEREIN IDENTIFIED; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: War Memorial, MacArthur, Rebsamen and Gillam Parks and Dunbar Recreation Center);
which resolution was read in full. Mr. Harold S. Boyce, Architect, stated that in the
revised plans as previously requested by the members of the Board of Directors after
adoption of Resolution No. 2341, the type of construction of the tennis courts had been
changed in some ways upon recommendations made by City Manager Dean I. Dauley, in order
that the total cost would come within the amount allotted for these improvements in the
1958 Capital Improvements Bond Issue. Mr. Dauley then stated, that bids could be taken
on the thirteen tennis courts as specified in the plans as submitted, and if the cost
exceeded the amount allotted for this purpose, the two courts proposed for construction
at Rebsamen Park could be eliminated and bids accepted for the remainder of the courts.
Director Mrs. Dixon then moved, that the said resolution be adopted, which motion was
seconded by Director Langford; and the resolution was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2360, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF ONE HUNDRED TWENTY-
NINE AND 10/100 DOLLARS ($129.10) PAYABLE FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION FUND,
WHICH SUM HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Topographic Map of 9th and Sherman Streets by Edward G. Smith & Associates,
relative to construction of new Fire Station);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2361, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER
INTO AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR CERTAIN
PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, OWNED BY THE OAKLAND CEMETERY, TO THE EAST 26th ST.
DEVELOPMENT CORP.; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at East Roosevelt Road and Barber Avenue for construction of retail
Kroger Store);
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2362, entitled:.
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AND AUTHORIZING AN ADDITIONAL CONDITION PROPOSED BY
THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO BE CONTAINED IN A SPECIAL WARRANTY
DEED CONVEYING TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK LOT 39 OF REPLAT NO. 1 "ADAMS ADDITION" TO
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, WHICH CONDITION SHALL BE IN ADDITION
TO THOSE SET FORTH IN AN OFFER AND ACCEPTANCE EXECUTED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. 2350; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Site for construction of new Fire Station in Livestock Show Area);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon,Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
TAKE BIDS FOR THE RESURFACING OF APPROXIMATELY 150 BLOCKS OF STREETS IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK IN THE MANNER AND AT THE LOCATIONS AS DESIGNATED IN THE PLANS AND SPECIFI-
CATIONS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:00 o'clock p.m. to meet again at 7:30 o'clock p.m. on Monday, June 15,
1959.
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City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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I There was then presented Resolution No. 2363, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
TAKE BIDS FOR THE RESURFACING OF APPROXIMATELY 150 BLOCKS OF STREETS IN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK IN THE MANNER AND AT THE LOCATIONS AS DESIGNATED IN THE PLANS AND SPECIFI-
CATIONS ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:00 o'clock p.m. to meet again at 7:30 o'clock p.m. on Monday, June 15,
1959.
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City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
June 15, 1959 -7:30 P.M. '
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting.was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from Asher Realty Company, et al.,
representing themselves to be the owners of all property contained in Block 3, Riffel
and Holder's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, asking the I ,
City to close an alley ten feet wide running east and west across said block approxi-
mately One Hundred feet south of West 29th Street. Said Petition stated that this
alley has never been used by the public and that closing of same is required in
connection with the construction of facilities on the west side of said block for use
by the Post Office Department of the United States. Attached thereto was a Plat and
amended Plat with Certificate from the Circuit Clerk's Office, and also a communication
from the Planning Administrator of the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that the
Planning Commission approved and recommended the closing of this alley. Upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, public hearing was set on said
Petition by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
for Monday, July 6, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the Board of Directors Chamber, City
Hall. (See Resolution No. 2364).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2364, entitled: '
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
SETTING DATE OF HEARING ON PETITION TO CLOSE AND VACATE AN ALLEY 10 FEET WIDE, RUNNING
EAST AND WEST ACROSS BLOCK 3, RIFFEL AND HOLDER'B ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, APPROXIMATELY 100 FEET SOUTH OF WEST 29th STREET;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes none;
Absent - Director Blankenship = total 1.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions and Proposals by the III
Little Rock Planning Commission:
Petition from R. F. Nuckolls for reclassification of property at the Northwest
corner of 12th and Maple Streets, described as Lots 10, 11, and 12, Block 16, Forest
Hill Addition; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial
District property; and
Petition from Fred J. Schmutz for reclassification of property at 1420 and
1422 West Fourth Street, described as Lots 16 and 17, Block 342, Barton's Subdivision,
from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet and Institutional
District property;
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which petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling,.Jr. Attached thereto was a communication- with
Report from the Little.Rock Planning Commission on said Petitions and Proposals as
submitted by the Planning Commission at their meeting on June 4, 1959 for reclassifi-
cation of the following described property:
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Southwest corner of Harrison Street and Kavanaugh Boulevard, Dunaway and
Fowler's Replat of Lots 12 and 13, Englewood Addition; from the present "D" Apartment
District to that of "E -1 Quiet Business and Institutional District property; and
Southwest corner of Hayes and.Lee Streets, described as being the North 138
feet of the West 160 feet of Block 16, Howard Adams Addition; from the present "D" II
Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District property.'I
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Director Langford . moved, that the Report of the Little Rock Planning Commission
be adopted and said Petitions and Proposals by the Planning Commission be granted,
which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,947). ICI
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,947), entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Winburn moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
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said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
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Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,948, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.. 109942, DESIGNATING THE ZONE CLASSIFICA-
TION IN SECTION 1, TRACT 8 -A OF SAID ORDINANCE; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property between Broadway and Spring, West 24th and West 25th Streets);
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded
by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Griffin moved, seconded by Director Langford, that the rules again be sus-
pended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading; which motion was adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
June 15, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented - Resolution No. 2365, entitled:
A RESOLUTION CHANGING THE NAME OF HAYES STREET TO UNIVERSITY AVENUE; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES; .
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which resolution was read in full. Mayor Knoop then stated that numerous requests had
been made to him relative to the changing of Hayes Street to University Boulevard in
recognition of Little Rock University and it being located on this street. The matter
was discussed by the members of the Board of Directors and it was agreed that the term
"Avenue" would be more appropriate since this was a widely travelled public thorough-
fare. Mr. William Steinkamp, Chairman of the Little Rock Planning Commission, being
in attendance was then asked his opinion on the matter of changing the name of Hayes
Street. Mr. Steinkamp then stated that personally he could see no need for making the
change in names, and too that it might be confusing to persons living outside Little
Rock since it had been designated in the beginning when it had become a major thorough-
fare as Hayes Street, and on.directional maps to the City; but that he had no serious
objections as a member of the Planning Commission to the changing of same. Director
Mrs. Dixon then moved, that the said Resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded
by Director Hewitt. A roll call was then had on this motion and the Resolution was
,
adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship -
total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,949, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ANNOUNCING THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK REGARDING
PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE CLAIMS MADE AGAINST THE CITY; ESTABLISHING STANDARDS AND
PROCEDURE FOR THE PROCESSING OF SUCH CLAIMS; APPROPRIATING THE SUMS OF SIX HUNDRED
DOLLARS ($600.00) AND FOUR HUNDRED DOLLARS ($400.00) FROM THE GENERAL FUND AND STREET
FUND RESPECTIVELY TO ACCOUNT NO. 5.1 TO BE USED FOR THE PAYMENT OF SUCH CLAIMS;
REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.,109938; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on June'1,
1959 and placed on the calendar. Director Hewitt moved, that the rules be suspended
and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by '
Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,950, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 AND SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 7826, AS
AMENDED, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE CREATING A BOARD OF CENSORS FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, PROVIDING FOR THE ORGANIZATION AND DUTIES THEREOF, PROVIDING FOR CENSORING
EXHIBITIONS OR MOTION PICTURE SHOWS, VAUDEVILLE, AND OTHER THEATRES, PLAYHOUSES,
CIRCUSES, CARNIVALS, AND ALL OTHER SHOWS AND PERFORMANCES, PROVIDING FOR THE CENSORING
OF ADVERTISING, PUBLIC DISPLAYED PICTURES, LITERATURE, MAGAZINES AND PUBLICATIONS,
PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, REPEALING CERTAIN ORDINANCES, AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES."; BY RECONSTITUTING THE BOARD OF CENSORS; PROVIDING FOR THE NUMBER
OF MEMBERS THEREON; PROVIDING FOR THE TERMS OF SAID MEMBERS; PROVIDING FOR THE REMOVAL
June 15-,-1959 - Cont'd
suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinanc
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING CERTAIN ADDITIONAL SUMS OF MONEY FROM THE 1958
' I BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO PROJECTS PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY ORDINANCE NO. 109921;
(CREATING ADDITIONAL PROJECTS AND APPROPRIATING CERTAIN SUMS OF MONEY THERETO FROM THE
111, 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Fire Department Construction Fund; and Park & Airport Construction Fund);
which proposed ordinance was read in full. After discussion on the various appropri-
ations, upon recommendation of Mr. Ancil M. Douthit, Assistant City Manager, Director
Mrs. Dixon moved, that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for further
study and consideration at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, which
motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,951, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EMPLOYMENT OF MR. E. B. WARD AS DIRECTOR OF
`CIVIL DEFENSE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING A MONTHLY SALARY OF FIVE HUNDRED
i DOLLARS ($500.00) AND APPROPRIATING THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($39000.00) THEREFOR; AND
' FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
�IDirector Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
s and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinano
I'Iwas then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
iShall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
(Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon,said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report on operations of the Joseph T.
Robinson Auditorium for the period ending March 311 1959,.which report was received and
filed, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, by unanimous
I..viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
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THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
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Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, moved that the rules again be
suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinanc
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING CERTAIN ADDITIONAL SUMS OF MONEY FROM THE 1958
' I BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO PROJECTS PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY ORDINANCE NO. 109921;
(CREATING ADDITIONAL PROJECTS AND APPROPRIATING CERTAIN SUMS OF MONEY THERETO FROM THE
111, 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Fire Department Construction Fund; and Park & Airport Construction Fund);
which proposed ordinance was read in full. After discussion on the various appropri-
ations, upon recommendation of Mr. Ancil M. Douthit, Assistant City Manager, Director
Mrs. Dixon moved, that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for further
study and consideration at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, which
motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,951, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EMPLOYMENT OF MR. E. B. WARD AS DIRECTOR OF
`CIVIL DEFENSE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING A MONTHLY SALARY OF FIVE HUNDRED
i DOLLARS ($500.00) AND APPROPRIATING THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($39000.00) THEREFOR; AND
' FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
�IDirector Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
s and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinano
I'Iwas then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
iShall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
(Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1. Whereupon,said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report on operations of the Joseph T.
Robinson Auditorium for the period ending March 311 1959,.which report was received and
filed, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, by unanimous
I..viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
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Memorial Auditorium for the year ending December 311 1958. Upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said Report was received and filed by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present; and a reques
made by Mayor Knoop that a copy of same be mailed to each member of the Board of
Directors.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2366, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Station Wagon and Sedan);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2367, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT, MILK AND DAIRY DEPARTMENT;
FIRE DEPARTMENT AND INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of 11 Sedans and 1 Station Wagon);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2368, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING JOHN POWERS, A REGISTERED, PROFESSIONAL, LICENSED
ENGINEER, TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF AN APPROACH WAY CONNECTING PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, TO BE USED
AS A FIRE STATION SITE, WITH THE NEW BENTON HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY 1150 FEET SOUTH OF
THE INTERSECTION OF ASHER AVENUE AND HAYES STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Winburn,was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2369, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING DIRECTOR LETCHER L. LANGFORD, A MEMBER OF THE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS, TO ACT AS THE CHAIRMAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE PENSION BOARD; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Opinion from City Attorney relative to Act 206 of 1959 which changes selection
of Chairman of Board of Policemen's Pension and Relief Fund);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffinl,seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Blankenship - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Langford - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2370, entitled:
A RESOLUTION TO CLARIFY AND PROPERLY IDENTIFY THE NAME OF THE LESSEE IN A
ICERTAIN LEASE AGREEMENT AUTHORIZED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2361 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
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June 15, 1959 - Cont'd.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2371, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE
A CONTRACT FOR RESURFACING CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2372, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF THIRTY EIGHT
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3,800.00) PAYABLE FROM THE PARKS AND AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND TO
GRADY GARMS, CONTRACTOR IN FULL PAYMENT OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN REPAIRS TO
GILLAM PARK SWIMMING POOL, THE SAID MONEYS HAVING BEEN PREVIOUSLY APPROPRIATED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 109921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then presented and read a communication from the Institute of
Traffic Engineers, Washington, D. C., stating that the City of Little Rock had been
voted a certificate of recognition by the Institute of Traffic Engineers for its work
in traffic engineering in 1958; based on the report to the Annual Inventory of Traffic
Safety Activities, in which Little Rock was found meeting or exceeding-85 per cent of
the recommended performance standards. Said communication further stated that a
Certificate is being prepared which they hope to present in the near future. Mayor
Knoop then on behalf of all the members of the Board of Directors, extended congratula-
tions to and commended Mr. Henry DeNoble, Traffic Engineer for the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, for this achievement.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting,
motion of Dir :;tor Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, July 6, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Ma2 '
Mayor.
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(Re: Leasing of Oakland Cemetery property by East 26th Street Development Corp. at
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26th Street and Barber Avenue, for construction of Kroger Store);
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
IWinburn,
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Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2371, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE
A CONTRACT FOR RESURFACING CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2372, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF THIRTY EIGHT
HUNDRED DOLLARS ($3,800.00) PAYABLE FROM THE PARKS AND AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND TO
GRADY GARMS, CONTRACTOR IN FULL PAYMENT OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN REPAIRS TO
GILLAM PARK SWIMMING POOL, THE SAID MONEYS HAVING BEEN PREVIOUSLY APPROPRIATED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 109921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Blankenship - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then presented and read a communication from the Institute of
Traffic Engineers, Washington, D. C., stating that the City of Little Rock had been
voted a certificate of recognition by the Institute of Traffic Engineers for its work
in traffic engineering in 1958; based on the report to the Annual Inventory of Traffic
Safety Activities, in which Little Rock was found meeting or exceeding-85 per cent of
the recommended performance standards. Said communication further stated that a
Certificate is being prepared which they hope to present in the near future. Mayor
Knoop then on behalf of all the members of the Board of Directors, extended congratula-
tions to and commended Mr. Henry DeNoble, Traffic Engineer for the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, for this achievement.
There being no further business presented or to come before this meeting,
motion of Dir :;tor Griffin, seconded by Director Winburn, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:35 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, July 6, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Ma2 '
Mayor.
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
July 6, 1959 - 7 :30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
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session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Griffin, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the Petition from Asher Realty Company, et al.,
representing themselves to be the owners of all property contained in Block 3, Riffel
and Holder's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, asking the
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City to close an alley ten feet wide running East and West across said block approxi-
mately One Hundred feet South of West 29th Street. Said Petition stated that this
alley has never been used by the public and that the closing of same is required in
connection with the construction of facilities on the West side of said block for use
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by the Post Office Department of the United States; and attached thereto was a Plat
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and amended Plat of Block 3, Riffel and Holder's Addition, and a communication from
the Little Rock Planning Commission approving and recommending the proposed closing of
this alley. Public hearing on the Petition had been set by the Board of Directors
for this date, time and place by Resolution No. 2364. The City Clerk then stated that
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notice had been duly published on June 23, 1959 and June 30, 1959 notifying all persons
interested to appear at this time and place and they would be given an opportunity to
be heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons desiring to be heard were then given the
,opportunity
to be heard. There being no protests presented, upon motion of Director
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ILangford,
seconded by Director Griffin, said Petition was granted by unanimous viva
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voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,952).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,952, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND CLOSING AN ALLEY 10 FEET WIDE RUNNING EAST AND WEST
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ACROSS BLOCK 3, RIFFEL AND HOLDER'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, PULASKI
(COUNTY,
ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which
ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
(present,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
(Directors
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
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said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
Ilupon
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
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(Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
16; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
July 6,'1959 - Con't.
declared passed.
THE ALLEY RUNNING NORTH AND SOUTH THROUGH BLOCK 22, LINCOLN PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. No. 237+, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE, TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL
IOF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO CLOSE, VACATE AND ABANDON ALL OF THAT PORTION OF NORTH
IGAINES STREET LOCATED BETWEEN LA HARPE BOULEVARD AND WEST MARKHAM STREET IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I(Re: Construction of new Police and Courts Building on West Markham Street);
!which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: .Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
(Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,953, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 133
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
communication from Willis Townsend, Attorney for said Improvement District, stating
that the district cannot deliver its bonds and receive any money to pay its contractor
' luntil thirty days have passed from the date of publication of this ordinance levying
assessments; and that no protests had been received since publication on June 16, 1959
Iof the Notice of Filing of Assessments in the Office of the City Clerk. Mr. Townsend
lrequested consideration of the Board of Directors by suspending the rules for second
land third readings of the ordinance and passing same on this date in order that the
There was then presented a Petition from J. R. Holmes, William L. and Palmina
Overton, Howard L. and Marie Evans, Melvin C. and Reba Mae Holmes, and Andrew V. and
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Mary Nell Babb, representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting the
alley running North and South through Block 22, Lincoln Park Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, which lies and is situated between "F" Street on the North,
Woodlawn Avenue on the South, Buchanan Street on the West and Pierce Street on the
East; and asking the City to vacate and close the above described alley. Attached to
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said Petition was a Plat with Certificate from the Circuit Clerk of Pulaski County,
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Arkansas; and communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission with sketch
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attached, stating that the closing of the above described alley had been approved,
subject to drainage easement of 150 feet on the north as recommended by the Public
Works Department. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt,
land by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
11 public hearing on said Petition was set for Monday, July 20, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
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in the Board of Directors Chamber, City Hall, Little Rock, Arkansas. (See Resolution
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No. 2373)•
There was then presented Resolution No. 2373, entitled:
A RESOLUTION SETTING A DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PETITION TO VACATE AND CLOSE
THE ALLEY RUNNING NORTH AND SOUTH THROUGH BLOCK 22, LINCOLN PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. No. 237+, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE, TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSAL
IOF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO CLOSE, VACATE AND ABANDON ALL OF THAT PORTION OF NORTH
IGAINES STREET LOCATED BETWEEN LA HARPE BOULEVARD AND WEST MARKHAM STREET IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I(Re: Construction of new Police and Courts Building on West Markham Street);
!which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: .Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
(Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,953, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ASSESSING THE BENEFITS TO BE RECEIVED BY THE OWNERS OF EACH OF
THE SEVERAL LOTS, BLOCKS AND PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 133
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
communication from Willis Townsend, Attorney for said Improvement District, stating
that the district cannot deliver its bonds and receive any money to pay its contractor
' luntil thirty days have passed from the date of publication of this ordinance levying
assessments; and that no protests had been received since publication on June 16, 1959
Iof the Notice of Filing of Assessments in the Office of the City Clerk. Mr. Townsend
lrequested consideration of the Board of Directors by suspending the rules for second
land third readings of the ordinance and passing same on this date in order that the
July 6, 1959- Cont'd.
,thirty days' waiting period for appeal may commence as soon as possible. Upon motion
of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Pairs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present,,being six in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordi-
nance read the second time. Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be
suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconde
by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last
time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,954, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING CERTAIN ADDITIONAL SUMS OF MONEY FROM THE 1958
BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO PROJECTS PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921;
CREATING ADDITIONAL PROJECTS AND APPROPRIATING CERTAIN SUMS OF MONEY THERETO FROM THE
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1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
(Re: Fire Department Construction Fund; and Park & Airport Construction Fund);
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on June 15,
1959 and placed on the calendar. Director Hewitt moved, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading,
which motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being. as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -'Director Winburn - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,954 was read and,
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was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then-presented Ordinance No. 10,9559 entitled:
AN-ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FROM THE STREET FUND OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
THE SUM OF TWO THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED FIFTY ONE AND 46/100 DOLLARS ($29151.46) PAYABLE
TO MAX MEHLBURGER, ENGINEERS; ONE•HUNDRED•FIVE AND N01100 DOLLARS ($105.00) TO BARROW -
�AGEE LABORATORIES, INC.; AND ONE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED TWENTY THREE AND 24/100 DOLLARS
($1,523.24) TO BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY, ALL OF WHICH APPROPRIATIONS ARE MADE FOR MATERIALS
FURNISHED AND SERVICES RENDERED IN CONNECTION WITH THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF WEST
(THIRD STREET BETWEEN CROSS AND VICTORY STREETS AND STATE STREET BETWEEN 2ND STREET
AND LA HARPE BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS IN PAYMENT
THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Additional Appropriations - See Ordinance No. 10,872);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
July 6, 1959 - Contd.
present, being six in number and.more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
�II Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
' I Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, moved that the rules again be sus -
IIpended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,955 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
I l There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,956,entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF SIX HUNDRED SIXTY THREE AND N01100
DOLLARS ($663.00) TO RUSSELL BROWN & CO., CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS, IN PAYMENT
FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RENDERED TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Additional costs in connection with Annual Audit for the City);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
1IDirectors-elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time; and
Eby unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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bland more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
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the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
I� question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
`IHewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
jlInone; Absent - .Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
l passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,957, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE CREATING THE LITTLE ROCK PORT AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR THE METHOD
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APPOINTMENT, TERMS OF OFFICE, POWERS AND DUTIES THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
!present,
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and-the ordinance placed on
ithird and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
�by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
;upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
IljDirectors
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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declared passed.
July 6, 1959 - Cont'd.
In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 10,957, the City Manager then
submitted the names of the following citizens to serve as members of the Board of
Commissioners of the Little Rock Port Authority, for approval by the Board of Directors:
Mr. John A.Riggs, Jr. - Riggs Tractor Company
Mr. Robert D. Lowry - National Equity Life Insurance Co.
Mr. Raymond R. Lindsey - Attorney
Hardy L. Winburn, Jr. - Engineer
Robert W. Raney - T. J. Raney & Sons, Investments
Director Griffin moved, that the above appointments be approved, which motion was
seconded by Director Hewitt, and confirmed by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Director Blankenship then
moved, that the Commissioners be allowed to select the length of terms of their office
as provided by Ordinance.No. 10,957 be casting lots, which motion was seconded by
Director Langford, and adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,958, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 43 A (1), 43 A (2)9 43 B (12) AND 43 C (2) b
OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE
BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD
BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 19595 AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1959; APPROPRIATING MONEY FOR EACH
AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE THEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY TO EXIST;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY PROVIDING FOR THE EMPLOYMENT OF TEN (10) ADDITIONAL
PATROLMEN IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the'members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,958 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report from
the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of May, 1959, and upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Report was received and filed
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2375, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT AND REPAIR
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liJuly 6, 1959 - Cont'd.
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DEPART14ENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Gang Mower for Rebsamen Park Golf Course; and Truck Lift for Repair {
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Department:
II which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, 1
IMrs. Dixon, Blankenship,Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; 11
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
In connection with the purchase of the 7 - Unit Gang Mower for.the Rebsamen
Park Golf Course, it was then stated by the Purchasing Agent that due to insufficient
funds remaining in the Budget for equipment for the Parks and Recreation Department,.
that Mr. Raymond Rebsamen was paying the difference of $478.72 between the amount of
$1,400.00 to be paid by the City and that of the lowest bid of Capital Cycle Company,
in order that the bid could be accepted and equipment purchased.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2376, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
IIi MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
jl APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 109921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
�I (Re: Public Buildings Construction Fund - Surveys for Police and Courts Building;
Park and Airport Construction Fund - Garage Warehouses.at War Memorial and Rebsamen
Parks; and Street Construction Fund - Widening of West Markham Street);
I' which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
1 Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
1 Mrs.. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none,
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2377, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF THREE THOUSAND
i' EIGHT HUNDRED FORTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($3,840.00) PAYABLE FROM THE RIGHT -OF -WAY
FUND, WHICH SUM HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY
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lj OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Payment to Garver & Garver, Engineers, for location surveys.on Eighth Street
I' Expressway Extension);
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which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was
adopted
by the
following
roll call:
Ayes
- Directors
Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin,
Mayor
Knoop, and
Langford -
total
6; Noes -
none;
Absent - Director Winburn total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2378, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS.HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
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APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Various Expenditures, including Printing of Bonds and Legal Publications from
the 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Funds);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
IIMrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
July 6,19_52 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2379, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH JIMMY ,
GREEN AND JOHN WHITE, D /B /A THE NORTH LITTLE ROCK HOUSE WRECKING.CO., A PARTNERSHIP,
FOR THE SALE TO AND DEMOLITION BY SAID PARTNERSHIP OF ALL IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING THE
RESIDENCE, ALL AUXILIARIES, BUILDING, FENCES, SHRUBS AND TREES FROM PROPERTY SITUATED
ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF 9TH AND SHERMAN STREETS -IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Construction of New Fire Station on 9th and Sherman Streets);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship,seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
OTHER PURPOSES;
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2380, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE STRAIGHTENING AND PAVING OF A PORTION OF EAST 15TH STREET HEREINAFTER
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
DESCRIBED;
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
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Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
There was then presented Resolution No. 2382, entitled:
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2381, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE PROVISIONS OF MINUTE ORDER NO. 2895 OF
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING AND APPROVING THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST
ESTIMATES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING SUBMITTED BY ERHART,.
EICHENBAUM, RAUCH & BLASS, REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECTS; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE PROPOSED WEST ROCK HOUSING PROJECT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR A POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING TO BE
CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SAID PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES; AND FOR
which resolution was read in full.and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Directors Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2382, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE PROVISIONS OF MINUTE ORDER NO. 2895 OF
THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION RELATIVE THE RELOCATION OF HIGHWAY 10 THROUGH
THE PROPOSED WEST ROCK HOUSING PROJECT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full.and, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2383, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
AND ENTER INTO ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AN AMENDMENT AS HEREIN SET OUT TO
AN AGREEMENT WITH THE ARKANSAS LIVESTOCK SHOW ASSOCIATION, WHICH AGREEMENT WAS PREVIOUS-
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LY AUTHORIZED AND SET OUT IN FULL IN RESOLUTION NO. 2242; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Use of Barton Playground as Parking Area);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion.of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
IIIDirector
Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors'Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 238+, entitled:
A RESOLUTION GRANTING THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA OR ITS ASSIGNS THE PRIVILEGE
TO EXCAVATE AND USE CERTAIN SPACE BENEATH THE STREET SURFACE OF GAINES STREET BETWEEN
FOURTH AND FIFTH STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING
AND MAINTAINING A PASSAGEWAY UNDER GAINES STREET CONNECTING THE NEW FEDERAL OFFICE
BUILDING TO BE CONSTRUCTED AND THE EXISTING POST OFFICE AND FEDERAL OFFICE BUILDING;
PROVIDING SPECIFICATIONS FOR SAID PASSAGE WAY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Director Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon,Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
In connection with the discussion and Report by Mrs. Dixon, Chairman of the
Committee on Parks Improvement from the 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements
Bond Issue,at the Agenda Meeting on July 1, 1959, and recommendations by Bruce R.
Anderson, Architect, on proposed repairs and restoration of the Little Rock Museum of
Natural History, Director Blankenship moved, "that the City Attorney draw a resolution
to appropriate $22,000 additional money for the Natural History Museum at the next
regular meeting ". This motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and was adopted by
the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn -
total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:00 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, July 20, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
P.M.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
July 20, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
fceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
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said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Hewitt, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was again presented the Petition from J. R. Holmes, William L. and
Palmina Overton, Howard and Marie Evans, Melvin C. Reba Mae Holmes, and Andrew V. and
Mary Nell Babb, representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting the
alley running North and South through Block 22, Lincoln Park Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, which lies and is situated between "F" Street on the North,
Woodlawn Avenue on the South, Buchanan Street on the West and Pierce Street on the
East; asking the City to vacate and close the above described alley. Attached to
said Petition was a Plat with Certificate from the Circuit Clerk of Pulaski County,
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Arkansas; and a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that the
proposed closing of the above described alley had been reviewed by the Planning Com-
mission, and approved, subject to a drainage easement of 150 feet on the North as
recommended by the Public Works Department. Public hearing on the Petition had been
set by the Board of Directors by Resolution No. 2373 on July 6, 1959; and the City
Clerk stated that notice had been duly published on July 8, 1959 and July 15, 1959
notifying all persons interested to appear at this time and place and they would be
heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were then given the opportunity to
be heard. There being no protests presented, upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Winburn, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted, and
said Petition was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,959)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,959, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND CLOSING THE ALLEY RUNNING NORTH AND SOUTH THROUGH
BLOCK 221 LINCOLN PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
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on third and final reading; which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
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in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
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July 20, 1959 - Cont'd.
In connection with the Public Hearing as set by the Board of Directors by
Resolution No. 237+ on July 6, 1959, to close North Gaines Street between West Markham
Street and La Harpe Boulevard, for construction of the new Police and Courts Building,
City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp, then stated that a proposed ordinance to close said
portion of North Gaines Street had not been prepared and presented at this time,
awaiting approval of utility easements by the various Public Utilities Companies. He
further stated that due to the fact that this date and time had been set for public
�4�hearing on the proposed closing by the City of Little Rock, through its Board of
II�Directors, anyone wishing to be heard for or against should speak now or they would be
Iwaiving right to do so. The City Clerk then stated that notice had been duly published
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on July 8, 1959 and July 15, 1959 advising all persons interested to appear at this
Mime and place and they would be heard thereon. Whereupon, anyone so desiring was then.
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!given an opportunity to be heard and there were no protests presented at this time.
It was then stated that a proposed ordinance to close North Gaines Street between West
Markham Street and La Harpe Boulevard would be presented at a later date.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from Arkansas Foundry Company for reclassification of property at
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111501 East 17th Street, described as Lots 21, 22 and 289 Manufacturer's Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas; and Part of the SET' of Section 11,
IlTownship 1 North, Range 12 West, from the present "I" Light Industrial District to that
,of "K" Heavy Industrial District property. (For further description of property see
Petition); and
ICI Petition from Southern Asphalt Roofing Corporation for reclassification of
(property at 2500 East Roosevelt Road, being Part of the NEB Section 13, Township 1
North, Range 12 West; from the present "I" Light Industrial District to that of "K"
Heavy Industrial District property; (See Petition for further description of property).
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Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
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mission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator; and attached
(!thereto was a communication with Report on action as taken by the Planning Commission
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July 9, 1959. Director Langford moved, that the report of the Planning Commission be
adopted and said Petitions granted, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship.
In connection with the proposed reclassification of property for Arkansas Foundry
�I Company at 1501 East 17th Street, there were then presented verbal protests from a
group of residents on Geyer Street, stating that a change from "I" Light Industrial to
that of "K" Heavy Industrial property would present a traffic hazard with heavy trucks
Ilion Geyer Street since this would be the only access street to the area to be rezoned.
Mr. Austin McCaskill, Attorney for the Petitioners, and Mr. Joseph Brown, of the
Petitioners, spoke for the proposed rezoning and stated that the change to "K" Heavy
ulIndustrial District would not affect the number or size of trucks to and from their
business. After discussion on the matter, City Manager Dean Dauley suggested approach -
ling the Railroad Company on the construction of an overpass across their tracks for I�
access to the Arkansas Foundry Company property, to eliminate the use of Geyer Street
Whereupon, said
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon
Ayes - Directors
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
the result being as follows:
Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon -
total 1. Whereupon, said
!ordinance was declared
passed.
In connection with the Public Hearing as set by the Board of Directors by
Resolution No. 237+ on July 6, 1959, to close North Gaines Street between West Markham
Street and La Harpe Boulevard, for construction of the new Police and Courts Building,
City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp, then stated that a proposed ordinance to close said
portion of North Gaines Street had not been prepared and presented at this time,
awaiting approval of utility easements by the various Public Utilities Companies. He
further stated that due to the fact that this date and time had been set for public
�4�hearing on the proposed closing by the City of Little Rock, through its Board of
II�Directors, anyone wishing to be heard for or against should speak now or they would be
Iwaiving right to do so. The City Clerk then stated that notice had been duly published
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on July 8, 1959 and July 15, 1959 advising all persons interested to appear at this
Mime and place and they would be heard thereon. Whereupon, anyone so desiring was then.
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!given an opportunity to be heard and there were no protests presented at this time.
It was then stated that a proposed ordinance to close North Gaines Street between West
Markham Street and La Harpe Boulevard would be presented at a later date.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from Arkansas Foundry Company for reclassification of property at
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111501 East 17th Street, described as Lots 21, 22 and 289 Manufacturer's Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas; and Part of the SET' of Section 11,
IlTownship 1 North, Range 12 West, from the present "I" Light Industrial District to that
,of "K" Heavy Industrial District property. (For further description of property see
Petition); and
ICI Petition from Southern Asphalt Roofing Corporation for reclassification of
(property at 2500 East Roosevelt Road, being Part of the NEB Section 13, Township 1
North, Range 12 West; from the present "I" Light Industrial District to that of "K"
Heavy Industrial District property; (See Petition for further description of property).
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Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
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mission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator; and attached
(!thereto was a communication with Report on action as taken by the Planning Commission
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July 9, 1959. Director Langford moved, that the report of the Planning Commission be
adopted and said Petitions granted, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship.
In connection with the proposed reclassification of property for Arkansas Foundry
�I Company at 1501 East 17th Street, there were then presented verbal protests from a
group of residents on Geyer Street, stating that a change from "I" Light Industrial to
that of "K" Heavy Industrial property would present a traffic hazard with heavy trucks
Ilion Geyer Street since this would be the only access street to the area to be rezoned.
Mr. Austin McCaskill, Attorney for the Petitioners, and Mr. Joseph Brown, of the
Petitioners, spoke for the proposed rezoning and stated that the change to "K" Heavy
ulIndustrial District would not affect the number or size of trucks to and from their
business. After discussion on the matter, City Manager Dean Dauley suggested approach -
ling the Railroad Company on the construction of an overpass across their tracks for I�
access to the Arkansas Foundry Company property, to eliminate the use of Geyer Street
July 20, 1959 - Cont'd.
for use by large trucks. Upon question by Mayor Knoop as to -the urgency of'.this re-
zoning, Mr. McCaskill and Mr. Brown then stated that they had no objection to a brief
delay of action on the Petition for review by the Board of Directors and City Manager.
Director Langford moved, that a proposed ordinance to rezone the property as described
in the Petitions from Arkansas Foundry Company and Southern Asphalt Roofing Corporation)
be placed on first reading, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted
by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (No action taken
on Petition from Arkansas Foundry Company or Southern Asphalt Roofing Corporation).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER.PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at 1501 East 17th Street and 2500 East Roosevelt Road);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that the proposedl
Ordinance be placed on the calendar, which motion was seconded by Director Langford,
and adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt; Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE CREATING A BOARD.- OF PLUMBING SUPERVISION;
PROVIDING FOR THE SUPERVISION, REGULATION AND INSPECTION OF PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING,
AND THE LICENSING AND REGISTRATION OF PLUMBERS AND GAS FITTERS; ADOPTING THE STATE
PLUMBING CODE AND THE SOUTHERN STANDARD GAS CODE; REPEALING ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Joe Russell, speaking on behalf
of the local Plumbing Contractors, stated that the provisions in this ordinance met
with their full approval, and that it would be beneficial in the installation of
plumbing in new homes or buildings, and also continue to allow property owners to do
minor plumbing repairs. City Manager Dean Dauley confirmed this statement and advised
the Board of Directors that the proposed increase in fees for license would more than
provide for the salary of an extra plumbing inspector which the proposed ordinance
would require. Mayor Knoop then stated that he had been advised by the City Attorney
that this particular ordinance would require the three readings on consecutive dates
and not by suspension of the rules for passage at this time, due to the adoption of
the State Plumbing Code and the Southern Standard Gas Code. Director Winburn then
moved, that the ordinance be placed on the calendar, which motion was seconded by
Director Langford, and adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,960, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 89537 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE
N0. 8966 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK �_ DETERMINING THAT CERTAIN PROPERTY'- -OWNED BY THE.
(CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IS NO LONGER SUITABLE FOR USE AS A PARK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Parking Lot located North of the Missouri- Pacific Railroad between Main and
Comberland Streets);
which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. W. K. Amo, Superintendent of the Parks
and Recreation Department, advised the Board of Directors that this area had been
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Manager; and not to close the road. Director Griffin then moved, that the rules be
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suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
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II' Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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' Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being -six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third.and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
iThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,961, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 55 C (3) b OF ORDINANCE NO. 105882, SAME BEING
THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959, BY APPROPRIATING
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THE SUM OF TWELVE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($12,500.00) TO ACCOUNT
NUMBER 136.3.2 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAVING AND RESURFACING CERTAIN STREETS NAMED HEREIN;
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II�DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
II'by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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�jpresent, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
(((Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
(!(Director Griffin moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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(third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
�'by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
land more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
Illsaid ordinance was declared passed.
IIThe emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,961 was read; and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
' Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
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(Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,962, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL SUM OF MONEY FROM THE 1958 BOND
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((CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE REMODELING OF THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY,
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partly developed and many improvements made, such as planting of trees and shrubs, by
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the City Beautiful Commission from money donated to the City Beautiful Commission;
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and with the provision that a portion of the revenue for use as a Parking Lot would be
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received by the Commission for further development of the property for use as a River-
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front Park. Mr. Amo further stated that this provision had not been carried out, and
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that he felt the Board of Directors should give some consideration of the abandoning
of this area as a Park. Director Griffin stated that since the opening of La Harpe
Boulevard there was no suitable pedestrian access to the property for Park purposes,
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that if at a future date a suitable access could be provided, the area could be
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returned to this use. He also stated that the purpose of this ordinance was to provide
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the City the right to allow Big Rock Stone and Material Company to pave the access
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road on the property to their Plant, as proposed to the Board of Directors and City
Manager; and not to close the road. Director Griffin then moved, that the rules be
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suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
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II' Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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' Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being -six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third.and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
iThere was then presented Ordinance No. 10,961, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 55 C (3) b OF ORDINANCE NO. 105882, SAME BEING
THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959, BY APPROPRIATING
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THE SUM OF TWELVE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($12,500.00) TO ACCOUNT
NUMBER 136.3.2 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PAVING AND RESURFACING CERTAIN STREETS NAMED HEREIN;
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II�DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
II'by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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�jpresent, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
(((Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
(!(Director Griffin moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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(third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
�'by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
land more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
Illsaid ordinance was declared passed.
IIThe emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,961 was read; and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
' Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
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(Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,962, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL SUM OF MONEY FROM THE 1958 BOND
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((CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE REMODELING OF THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY,
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PREVIOUSLY ESTABLISHED AS PROJECT 21 BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Park and Airport Construction Fund);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Hewitt, seconded by Director
Griffin, moved that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed.on second reading,
which motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board.of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time;.and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than..
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question!
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes — Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,962 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -- Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2385, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF EIGHT HUNDRED TWO AND 051100 DOLLARS
($y802.05) FOR HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL BILLS INCURRED BY HAR0I4D R. ZOOK RESULTING FROM
LEG INJURIES WHICH OCCURRED ON JANUARY 30,1959; PROVIDING FOR A RELEASE TO BE SIGNED
BY THE SAID HAROLD R. ZOOK RELEASING THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF THE SAID CLAIM; PROVIDING THAT THE MONEY SO.AUTHORIZED SHALL BE PAID
FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER 74.5.2 IN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET AS SET OUT IN SECTION,43 C
(5) a. OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS IN PAYMENT THEREOF; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2386, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Public Buildings Construction Fund; Park & Airport Construction Fund; Street
Construction Fund; and Right -of -Way Fund);
which resolution was read in full, and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2387, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS.ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIP14ENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCKS AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Purchase of 4000 Pounds Broom Wire);
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which resolution was read in full and, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director bars. Dixon - total 1.
Mr. W. K. Amo, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, then introduced the
new Director of the Fine Arts Museum, Mr. George Ware. Mr. Ware acknowledged the
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introduction, and stated that he was a native Arkansas and was happy to be back after
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several years in foreign countries doing research and work with other Museums; and was
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looking forward to his work in the Little Rock Museum and with the people of Little
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Rock. Mr. Ware extended a cordial invitation to the Board of Directors and all persons`
interested, to visit and inspect the Fine Arts Museum at any time they so desired.
City Manager Dean Dauley announced that there would be a joint meeting of the
Board of Directors and the new Little Rock Port Authority, as established by Ordinance
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No. 10,957, passed on July 6, 1959, together with representatives from the United
States Corps of Engineers and numerous other groups interested in the development of
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a Port on the Arkansas River at Little Rock; said meeting to be held in the Board of
Directors Chamber, City Hall, at 7:30 o'clock p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 1959• Mr.
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Dauley urged all members of the Board of Directors to attend if at all possible.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2388, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ANNOUNCING THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK WITH REGARD TO
THE INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT OF SIDEWALKS LOCATED ALONG CANTRELL ROAD IN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Right -of -Way for Widening of Cantrell Road);
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which resolution was read in full and; upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes— Directors Hewitt,
Winburn,Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented the Public Official Bond in the amount of $100,000.00
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for Dean I. Dauley, City Manager, for a period of One Year beginning on the 11th day
of June, 1959, in accordance with Act 155 of the 1959 General Assembly of the State of
Arkansas. Said Bond carried the approval of the City Attorney as to Form; and upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, was received and filed by viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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Director Winburn then complimented the City Manager and the Public Works
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Department for their very satisfactory work in the resurfacing program for the City
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of Little Rock for 1959.
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of
Directors adjourned at 9:14 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, August 3, 1959 at
7:30 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock,Arkansas,
August 3, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present. Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,Griffin, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of.the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the.Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from John Harvey Bairdi for reclassifi-
cation of property at 1314 Cantrell Road, described as Lots 5 and 6, Block 7, West
Rock Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present !'B" Residence
District to that of "F" Commercial District property; which Petition carried the fol-
lowing report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission Approves'!; signed by Julius
Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator. Filed in connection therewith was a communi-
cation from Mr. Breckling and Henry M. DeNoble, Director of Planning and Traffic,
stating that the Little Rock Planning Commission had approved said Petition on July 23,
1959; and that these lots are within the proposed Westrock Project, and that a letter
has been filed with the Planning Commission from the Housing Authority of the City of
Little Rock, stating that under their proposed plan for this area, the zone classifi-
cation would be "F" Commercial District as requested in the Petition.. Upon motion of
Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, the report of the Little Rock Planning
Commission was adopted and said Petition granted. (See Ordinance No. 10,963).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,963, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at 1314 Cantrell-Road);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Hewitt, seconded by Director
Langford, moved that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading,
which motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was read the second time; and by unanimous
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of- Directors- elect, upon motion of Direc
Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the ordin
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall
the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
August 1, 1959 - Cont'd.
i6 In connection with the Zoning Petitions of Arkansas Foundry Company for
reclassification of property at 1501 East 17th Street from "I" Light Industrial to
i; "K" Heavy Industrial District property; and that of Southern Asphalt Roofing Corpora -
tion for reclassification of property at 2500 East Roosevelt Road from "I" Light
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I� Industrial District to that of "K" Heavy Industrial District property, as presented on
flJuly 20, 1959, Director Winburn moved, that a proposed ordinance to rezone the two
above described properties which was read the first time on that date and placed on the
calendar, be tabled and new ordinances substituted for consideration on each Petition
separately. This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous viva
� voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See below).
There was again presented the Petition from Southern Asphalt Roofing Corpora-
tion for reclassification of property at 2500 East Roosevelt Road, from the present
"I" Light Industrial District to that of "K" Heavy Industrial District property; which
i petition carried the approval of the Little Rock Planning Commission as stated on
July 20, 1959 and action on same was deferred. Upon motion of Director Winburn,
seconded by Director Langford, the recommendation of the Planning Commission was
adopted and said Petition was granted, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,964).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,964, entitled:
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;{ AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
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ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, SAID ORDINANCE BEING KNOWN AS
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THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: 2500 East Roosevelt Road);
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous ordi-
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which was read the first time and placed on the calendar on July 20, 1959, and
tabled August 3, 1959• Director Winburn moved, that the rules be suspended and the
ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford,
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adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
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six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the member
of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
(last
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result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
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Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon -
I�Itotal
1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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was again presented the Petition from Arkansas Foundry Company, for
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of property at 1501 East 17th Street, from "I" Light Industrial to
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of "K" Heavy Industrial District property; which petition carried the approval of
;the Little Rock Planning Commission as stated on July 20, 1959, and after numerous
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protests from residents on Geyer Street to the proposed change to "K" Heavy
Industrial District, no action was taken on the Petition at that time, and a proposed
lordinance to rezone this property and also property at 2500 East Roosevelt Road from
"I" Light Industrial to that of "K" Heavy Industrial District as requested by Southern
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Asphalt Roofing Corporation was read the first time and placed on the calendar. As a
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of this ordinance being. tabled, Mayor Knoop then requested that.a substitute
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ordinance to include only the rezoning of the property at 1501 East 17th Street as
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requested by Petition of Arkansas Foundry Company, and as adopted by motion above, be
placed on first reading. (See proposed Ordinance below).
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, SAID ORDINANCE BEING KNOWN AS
THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at 1501 East 17th Street);
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. There being a number of residents
on Geyer Street present to protest the proposed rezoning of this property to "K" Heavy
Industrial District, those so desiring were then given an opportunity to be heard.
After hearing various protests and an indication being made that some residents were
willing to compromise with Arkansas Foundry Company by possibly altering plans in the
construction of their building which would take the hauling by heavy trucks off Geyer
Street, Director Griffin suggested that representatives from the residents on Geyer
Street opposed to the proposed rezoning meet with officials of Arkansas Foundry Company
to work out a satisfactory agreement for both parties by making minor changes in the
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proposed plans for construction of a Metal Working Plant by Arkansas Foundry Company.
Mr. Austin McCaskill, Attorney for Arkansas Foundry Company, stated that Mr. Fred I.
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Brown, Jr., and Mr. Joseph Brown, Owners, were out of the City at this time but that
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he was sure this would meet with their approval, and upon their return he would arrange
for a meeting with residents on Geyer Street for this purpose. Director Langford then
moved, that the proposed ordinance as read be placed on the calendar for second reading
at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by
Director Griffin, and adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Winburn - total 1.
Director Langford then introduced Dr. Charles J. Roberts of the Little Rock
Civitan Club, who showed plans for and spoke on behalf of the proposed project by the
local Civitan Club Members for the development of the Kiddie Zoo at War Memorial Park.
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Dr. Roberts stated that it was the desire of the members to provide a Kiddie Zoo in
Little Rock comparable to those in several cities in the United States; and that Mr.
Raymond Rebsamen, who has previously made contributions to the Little Rock Zoo had
offered to contribute ten per cent of all donations collected by the members of the
Civitan Club for the proposed Kiddie Zoo. Mayor Knoop thanked Dr. Roberts on behalf
of the Board of Directors for this information and stated that the Directors and City
Manager would cooperate in any way possible to do so toward this project. Director
Langford then introduced Mr. Raymond Squires, Director of the Little Rock Zoo.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,965, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE VACATING AND TRANSFERRING TO OTHER PUBLIC PURPOSES THAT PORTION
OF NORTH GAINES STREET LOCATED BETWEEN THE NORTH LINE OF WEST MARKHAM STREET NORTHWARD
TO THE SOUTH LINE OF LA HARPE BOULEVARD LOCATED BETWEEN BLOCK 122, ORIGINAL CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK ON THE EAST AND BLOCK 1369 ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK ON THE WEST; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES; I. '
(Re: Construction of new Police and Courts Building by City of Little Rock);
which ordinance was read the first time. Public hearing had been held on July 20, 1959
on the closing of this portion of North Gaines Street, after notice had been duly
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published, with no protests filed thereon; and presentation of the ordinance delayed
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� for approval by various Utility Companies having utility easements on said street.
City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp stated that approval had been obtained by these Companies.
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Director Langford moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance be placed on �l
second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and was adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being sin in number
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Iand more than two-thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present,being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
plLangford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time
I'Iiand the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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Vilbeing as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
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and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again g presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE CREATING A BOARD OF PLUMBING SUPERVISION;
I�PROVIDING FOR THE SUPERVISION, REGULATION AND THE INSPECTION OF PLUMBING AND GAS
FITTING, AND THE LICENSING AND REGISTRATION OF PLUMBERS AND GAS FITTERS; ADOPTING THE
STATE PLUMBING CODE AND THE SOUTHERN STANDARD GAS CODE; REPEALING ORDINANCES AND PARTS
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Ilwhich ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on July 20,
11959 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the proposed ordinance was again placed on the calendar by unanimous viva
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'voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the application of James H. Walters, Laborer in the
Sanitation Department, for disability retirement salary of $235.00 per month for a
(period of Eleven Months and Seventeen and One -half Days, effective July 1, 1959 through
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12:00 Noon June 17, 1960, under the terms of Ordinance No. 10,783, Section 8. Attached
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thereto were supporting papers from J. M. Robinson, M.D., and Dr. Mason G. Lawson,
Public Health Director for the City of Little Rock; and also certification from the
Civil Service Director as to employment record. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Hewitt, said application was approved by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,966).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,966, entitled:
�I AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 52 B (13) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING
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THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959, BY PROVIDING THE
ADDITIONAL SUM OF ONE THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED TEN AND N01100 DOLLARS ($1,410.00) AS
DISABILITY RETIREMENT FOR JAMES H. WALTERS, LABORER, FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE YEAR
1959; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
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(Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
Ion third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted
Irby unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
August 1. 1959 - Cont'd.
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, �I
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
result being as follows: Ayes -
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the g Y
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Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section,being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,966 was read, and
was adapted by the following roll call.: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director. Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,967, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER TO LOCATE AND MAINTAIN PARKING
METERS ON PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IMMEDIATELY EAST OF THE ROBINSON
MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM HEREINAFTER MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED; ESTABLISHING A TWO HOUR
PARKING METER ZONE ON THE SAID PROPERTY; PROVIDING THE FEE FOR THE USE OF THE PARKING
METERS IN THE SAID ZONE ; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF THE PROVISIONS OF THIS
ORDINANCE; REPEALING ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Langford moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance be placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said
ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Report from the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of June, 1959. Upon motion of Director
Griffin,. seconded by Director Winburn, said Report was received and filed by'unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2389, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE PAYMENT OF ONE THOUSAND EIGHT
HUNDRED FIVE AND 97/100 DOLLARS ($19885.97) TO THE PERSONS, FIRMS OR CORPORATIONS
HEREINAFTER SET OUT FOR HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL BILLS INCURRED BY JAMES E. ROSS, AN
EMPLOYEE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING THAT THE MONEY SO AUTHORIZED SHALL BE
PAID FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER 154.5.2 IN THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET AS SET OUT IN
SECTION 52 C (5) b. OF ORDINANCE NO. 1018825 AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS IN PAYMENT THEREOF;
PROVIDING THAT THE PAYMENT OF THE SAID MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL BILLS SHALL NOT BE CON-
STRUED AS AN ADMISSION OF LIABILITY ON THE PART OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR
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OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
' There was then presented Resolution No. 2390, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 109921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Publications of Notice of Bids on various Projects authorized under the 1958
General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Issue).
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2391, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF
' FOURTEEN THOUSAND SEVENTY FIVE AND N01100 DOLLARS ($14,075.00) FOR THE STRAIGHTENING
AND PAVING OF A PORTION OF EAST 15TH STREET HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED; AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH THE SAID BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY FOR THE
SAID STRAIGHTENING AND PAVING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2392, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE REMODELING OF
THE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY BRUCE R. ANDERSON,
REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECT; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR THE SAID REMODELING PURSUANT TO SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICA -
' TIONS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2393, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A CIVIL DEFENSE TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2394, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF KELLEY - NELSON CONSTRUCTION CO. IN THE
;AMOUNT OF THREE HUNDRED SIXTY -EIGHT THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED SIXTY -NINE AND N01100
DOLLARS ($3681869.00) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING; AUTHORIZING
AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH THE SAID KELLEY- NELSON CONSTRUCTION CO.
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FOR THE SAID CONSTRUCTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Director Blankenship moved, that the Board of
Directors recess for ten minutes to consider the acceptance of this bid, which motion
was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present. Whereupon, after ten minutes recess, the Board of
Directors reconvened with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson
and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Director Winburn
moved, that the said resolution as read be adopted, which motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt. Said resolution was then adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2395, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF PAULY JAIL BUILDING COMPANY IN THE
AMOUNT OF FIFTY FIVE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($55,750.00) FOR
THE FURNISHING AND INSTALLATION OF JAIL EQUIPMENT IN THE POLICE AND COURTS BUILDING;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH SAID PAULY JAIL BUILDING
COMPANY FOR SAID MATERIALS AND INSTALLATION THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2396, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF JAMES H. CONE, INCORPORATED, IN THE
AMOUNT OF EIGHTY TWO THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($82,800.00) FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A FIRE STATION AT 9TH AND SHERMAN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN.AGREE-
MENT ON .BEHALF OF THE.CITY OF LITTLE.ROCK, ARKANSAS, -WITH THE_SAID•JAMES H. CONE,
INCORPORATED, FOR THE SAID CONSTRUCTION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs.Dixon - total 1.
In connection with the proposed site for and construction of a new Fire
Station to serve the Meadowcliff Area, and the acceptance by the City of Little Rock
of a tract of land on the new Benton Highway as offered to the City by Mrs. Mary H.
Requa in consideration for an access road to the property, authorized by Resolution
No. 2322 adopted on April 6, 1959, Mr. Ancil Douthit, Assistant City Manager reported
that estimates on the development of this land and an access road to same amount to
approximately $151000.00- Mr. Douthit stated that there was a tract available on
Highway No. 67 in the area of Asher and University Avenues that was easily.accessible
conveniently located for a Fire Station, that could be purchased for less than it would
cost the City to build the access road to the Requa property if accepted by the City,
and possibly for an approximate amount of $8,000.00. Director Langford then moved,
that Mr. Douthit be authorized to negotiate for an option to purchase the property as
stated above, for an amount not to exceed $8,000.00. This motion was seconded by
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of Directors present.
19 There was then presented Resolution No. 2397, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER
INTO AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH
A. F. ALDRIDGE D /B /A ALDRIDGE WRECKING COMPANY FOR THE SALE TO AND DEMOLITION BY SAID
COMPANY OF ALL IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING A BUSINESS BUILDING, FENCES, SHRUBS AND TREES
FROM PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Site for new Police and Courts Building at Markham and Gaines Streets);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt; was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2398, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Purchase of Three - Two -door Sedans);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2399, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER
INTO AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH
E. E. ARMBRUST FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO (2) WAREHOUSE.GARAGES, ONE AT WAR MEMORIAL
PARK AND ONE AT REBSAMEN PARK IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
fi� Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;" Noes - none;
I Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2400, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTION 3 OF RESOLUTION NO. 23841 SAME BEING A
RESOLUTION GRANTING PRIVILEGE TO USE CERTAIN STREET SURFACE AREA UNDER GAINES STREET
BETWEEN FOURTH AND FIFTH STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Construction of tunnel by the United States Government to connect new Federal
Building and old Post Office and Federal Building at Capitol Avenue and Gaines Street);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
ii motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
I adjourned adjourned at 9:45 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, August 17, 1959 at
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ATTEST: APPROVED: �j®
I�I City Clerk. MaYGF �
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock,Arkansas,
August 17, 1959 - 7:30 P.M. ,
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G.Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Hewitt, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the Petition from Arkansas Foundry Company for
reclassification of property at 1501 East 17th Street, from the present "I" Light
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Industrial to that of "K" Heavy Industrial District property; which Petition was
presented the first time on July 20, 1959, and the second time on August 3, 1959, and
action deferred after numerous verbal protests from residents on Geyer Street who were
concerned that the rezoning of the property to "K" Heavy Industrial would create a
traffic hazard due to the hauling by heavy trucks to and from a Metal Working Plant to
be constructed by Arkansas Foundry Company. Filed with the Petition at this time was
a communication from Austin McCaskill, Attorney for Arkansas Foundry Company, stating
that in order to meet the objections of the residents in this vicinity, Mr. Fred I.
Brown, Jr., Mr. Joseph W. Brown and Arkansas Foundry Company request that their
application for rezoning of that portion of land lying West of the Chicago, Rock Island
and Pacific Railroad be deleted from the Petition and that the application for rezoning
be limited entirely to that portion of the land lying East of the said Railroad; and
that an Ordinance be redrawn to reflect this change. Upon question by the Board of
Directors, Mr. McCaskill, Attorney, stated that a meeting had been held by Officials
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of Arkansas Foundry Company and representatives of the residents on Geyer Street as
recommended on August 3, 1959, and that this proposed change did meet with their
approval and there were no objections to the rezoning of the land lying East of the
Railroad to "K" Heavy Industrial District, leaving the land West of the Railroad in its
present "I" Light Industrial District classification. Filed with this request was a
communication from Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator of the Little Rock
Planning Commission, stating that a proposed Ordinance had been drawn to include only
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the property that is East of the Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railroad in com-
pliance with the request of the Petitioners, in order to alleviate the objections of
the residents in the vicinity. Director Langford moved, that the Petition be granted
with the deletion of the land lying West of the Railroad as stated above, and that a
proposed Ordinance as read on August 3, 1959 to include property both East and West of
the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad for rezoning to "K" Heavy Industrial
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District property be tabled, and the substitute ordinance as drawn to include only the
portion of land lying East of the Railroad be placed on first reading. This motion
was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,968).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 109968, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE, AND FOR
' OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property on East 17th Street lying East of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific
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Railroad owned by Arkansas Foundry Company);
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a proposed ordi-
nance of similar title which was read the first time on August 3, 1959, placed on the
Illcalendar,
and tabled on August 17, 1959. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance be placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director. Winburn, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of .
(Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was read the second time; and
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
(motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspende
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from Frank M. Fulk, Agent for Safeway Company, Inc., for reclassifi-
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cation of property on the West Side of Polk between "R" and Kavanaugh and the Southeast
" corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street, described as Lots 1, 29 3, 49 59 69 10, 11, and
12, Block 41 Mountain Park Addition to the City of Little Rock, from the present "A"
One Family and "D" Apartment District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Edward S. Back and Dr. Richard M. Logue for reclassification of
property between Woodlawn and "F" Street on the East side of Hayes Street (University
(((Avenue);
described as Lots 1 2 34
, , 59 69 79 8, 9 and 10, Block 24, Lincoln Park
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to the City of Little Rock; from the present "D" Apartment District to that
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of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District property;
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Petition from Sidney Reid, Agent, for reclassification of property at the
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corner of West 33rd Street and Mabelvale Road, described as Lots 1, 29 3, 49
109 119 and 12, Block 8, Intercity Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the
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� present "D" Apartment District to that of "I" Light Industrial District property;
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Petition from Theo Mashburn, Mrs. W. R. James and Mrs..Charles A. Thomson,
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,for reclassification of property at 1801, 1807, 1802, 1804, 1900 and 1902 Roosevelt
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(Street; described as Lots % and 8. Block 6, Lots 4 and 5, Block 5, and Lots 5 and 6,.
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4, Forest Park Addition to the City of-Little Rock, from the present "A" One-
!Family to that of "C" Two- Family.District property; and
Petition from John P. Baird, by R. M. Butner, Agent, for reclassification of
property at the Southwest corner of Sherman and East Roosevelt Road, described as Lots
7 and 8, Block 3, Pettifer Addition to the City of Little Rock;.from.the present "B"
Residence-District to that of "F" Commercial District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
I mission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, and filed
(,therewith
was a communication with report on action as taken by the Little Rock.Plannin
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Commission, noting that the Planning Commission had required that a covenant be filed II
with the proposed rezoning of the property on the West Side of Polk Street between
"R" and Kavanaugh and the Southeast corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street by Safeway
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Company, Inc., to give the adjacent properties zoned "A -1" Family who are out of the
area of the proposed Forest Heights Center area as much protection as possible. There
being several residents in this area in attendance to protest this proposed rezoning,
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Mayor Knoop then extended the courtesy of the floor to those desiring to be heard.
Mr. Hugh McMillan, speaking for several property owners on Polk Street, stated that
these residents vigorously protested the construction of a Super Market, the back of
which would face the front of their homes. Mr. McMillan on behalf of these property
owners, requested the Board of Directors to re -refer the Petition from Safeway Company,
Inc., to the Little Rock Planning Commission for further consideration, with the recom-
mendation that it be denied, or if approved for "F" Commercial District, that Safeway
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Company be required to either relocate the building to be constructed, or to construct
an open brick wall with plant screening to obstruct the view of the rear entrance of
the building and also trucks loading and unloading at night. Mrs..Hugh McMillan and
others also protested the rezoning of this property to "F" Commercial District, and
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the construction of a Super Market on same, stating that the placing of a brick wall
as proposed at the rear of the building would be within One Hundred feet of their
property; and that it would decrease the value of property on the opposite side of the
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block unless it could also be zoned for sale as "F" Commercial District. Upon question
by the Board of Directors as to this possibility, Mr. Julius Breckling, Planning
Administrator, stated that the rezoning of this area had been reviewed by the Planning
Commission, and that it had been recommended for "E -1" Quiet Business or Institutional
District property. Mr. Richard Butler, Attorney representing Safeway Company, Inc.,
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stated that all requirements of the Little Rock Planning Commission had been complied
with and agreed upon at the public hearing held by the Planning Commission for the
rezoning of-this property, such as the open brick wall and screen plantings to protect
the surrounding residential area, and presented plans on the proposed construction of
the Super Market. Mr. Butler stated that since all these requirements had been met,
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in his opinion the report of the Planning Commission should be approved and the
Petition granted. After further discussion, Director Langford moved, that the report
of the Planning Commission on all of the above described Petitions as approved, be
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adopted and said Petitions granted. This motion was seconded by Director Blankenship,
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and adopted by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Passage of Ordinance No. 10,969).
In connection with the granting of the said Zoning Petitions as described,
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Director Mrs. Dixon then moved, that the property contained in the Petition from
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Frank M. Fulk, Agent for Safeway Company,.Inc., being the West Side of Polk Street
i between "R" and Kavanaugh and the Southeast corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street,
identified as Tract No. 12 -A, be deleted from a proposed Ordinance to rezone all
properties as described in the various Petitions ;and said ordinance placed on first
reading, thereby acting only on the remaining Petitions upon which there were no pro -
tests. This motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by the following
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roll call: Ayes — Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. (See Ordinance No.
I (10,969).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,969, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
' ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
�i AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time, with the deletion of Tract No. 12 -A in Section
1 thereof. Director Winburn moved that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed
on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
said ordinance was read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time. The Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question, Shall the
IOrdinance Pass, with the following result: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
' Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none;
Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
In connection with the Petition from Frank M. Fulk, Agent for Safeway Company,
Inc., for reclassification of property on the West Side of Polk Street between "R"
and Kavanaugh and the Southeast corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street, from the present
"A" One- Family and "D" Apartment District to that of "F" Commercial District property,
Director Blankenship moved, that an ordinance to reclassify property as requested in
the Petition be placed on first reading. This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt,
and adopted by viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
proposed Ordinance below).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5+20 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property on the West Side of Polk Street between "R" and Kavanaugh and the
j Southeast corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street);
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship then moved,
that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for the next regular meeting of
the Board of Directors, which motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the application of Silas P. Atkinson, Laborer in the
Street Department, for disability retirement salary under the provisions of Ordinance
No. 1'0,783, Section 8, in the amount of $195.00 per month for a period of ten months
and two days, effective August 15, 1959 through June 17, 1959• Attached thereto were
supporting papers from Dr. W. M. Hamilton, personal physician, Dr. Mason G. Lawson,
Public Health Director for the City of Little Rock; and certification as to period of
employment from the Civil Service Director. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
There was then presented the application of Joe Head, employee of the Street
Department, for disability retirement salary under the provisions of Ordinance No.
10,783, Section 8, in the amount of $265.00 per month for a period of twenty -eight
by
Director
Mrs. Dixon,
said application was granted
by unanimous
viva voce vote of
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members
of the Board
of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No.
10,970).
There was then presented the application of Joe Head, employee of the Street
Department, for disability retirement salary under the provisions of Ordinance No.
10,783, Section 8, in the amount of $265.00 per month for a period of twenty -eight
Aueust 17. 1959 - Cont'd.
months and two and one -half days, effective August 10, 1959 through 12:00 o'clock noon
December 13, 1961. Attached thereto were supporting papers from Dr. T. E. Burgess,
personal physician, and Dr. Mason G. Lawson, Public Health Director for the City of
Little Rock; together with a communication from the Civil Service Director certifying
period of employment. Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs.
Dixon, said application was granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,970).
There was then presented the application from Manuel Nelloms, Laborer in the
Street Department, requesting disability retirement salary under the provisions of
Ordinance No. 10,783, Section 8, in the amount of $195.00 per month for a period of
ten months and eleven days, effective August 10, 1959 through June 20, 1960. Attached
thereto were supporting papers from Dr. H. F. Gray, personal physician, and Dr. Mason
G. Lawson, Public Health Director for the City of Little Rock; together with certifica-
tion from the Civil Service Director as to period of employment. Director Mrs. Dixon
moved, that said application be granted, which motion was seconded by Director
Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,970).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,970, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 55 A(1), 55 B (25) AND 55 B (34) OF ORDINANCE
NO. 109882, SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR
1959, BY PROVIDING FOR THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF JOE F. HEAD, SILAS ATKINSON, AND
MANUEL NELLOMS, EMPLOYEES OF THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, FOR THE
REMAINDER OF THE YEAR 1959; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
time. Director Winburn moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance
placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven
in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No
vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,970 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,971, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS HEREINAFTER MORE PARTICULARLY
IDENTIFIED OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959, BY TRANSFERRING AND APPROPRIATING VARIOUS SUMS OF MONEY
FROM AND TO CERTAIN SECTIONS AND ACCOUNT NUMBERS HEREINAFTER IDENTIFIED; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, seconded by
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Director Griffin, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second
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reading, which motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
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the Board of Directors - elect, Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors resent being seven in number
present, g
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended
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and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,971 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
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In connection with a proposed Resolution to accept the low bid of James H.
Cone, Inc., in the amount of $41,093.75 for the construction of eight tennis courts,
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six at War Memorial Park and two in MacArthur Park; Mr. Jay Freeman and Mr. Pat Riley
of the Little Rock.Tennis Association, were introduced and together with Mr. W. K. Amo,lI
I Superintendent of Parks and Recreation, discussed the advantage of using Lay Kold
surface for the proposed tennis courts, and requested the Board of Directors to specify
this in the acceptance of the bid for the construction of same. Mr. Ancil M. Douthit,
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Assistant City Manager then stated that this might require readvertising for bids, or
the acceptance of another bid, since the James H. Cone, Inc. bid had been accepted as
low on the basis of Lay Kold surface or Equivalent. After further discussion on the
matter, it was referred to the Committee previously appointed by the Mayor for this
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Project under appropriations from the 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements
Bonds, for further study.
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Mayor Knoop then called for a recess of the Board of Directors for Ten Minutes,li
after which the Board of Directors reconvened with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and
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City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
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There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceedings were
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,972, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,921, SECTION 3 OF
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ORDINANCE NO. 10,9541 AND SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 109962 BY AUTHORIZING THE CITY
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MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO PAY CERTAIN BILLS ON APPROVED CONTRACTS INVOLVING
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� THE EXPENDITURE OF 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ordinance was read the first time; and by.unanimous vote of the members of the
I-which
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of .Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
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Director Langford moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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,third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon,
August 17, 1959 - Cont'd.
said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford
total 7;, Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,973, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE CREATING A BOARD OF PLUMBING SUPERVISION;
PROVIDING FOR THE SUPERVISION, REGULATION AND THE INSPECTION OF PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING,
AND THE LICENSING AND REGISTRATION OF PLUMBERS AND GAS FITTERS; ADOPTING THE STATE
PLUMBING CODE AND THE SOUTHERN STANDARD GAS CODE; REPEALING ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF
ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
July 20, 1959, and the second time on August 3, 1959, and placed on the calendar.
Director Winburn recommended, and it was agreed by viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, tkiat the ordinance be passed in the present form and amended
at a later date to specify what type of minor home repairs and installations could be
made by the average citizen qualified to do so. The Aye and No vote was then taken upon
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
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Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was then declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 18 of Ordinance No. 10,973 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
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none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2401, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO JOIN IN A WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNERS OF ALL THE
REAL ESTATE IN BLOCK 3, E. W. GIBBS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND
BLOCK 26, FULTON'S SOUTH ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CLOSE AND
ABANDON THE ALLEYS IN AND ACROSS SAID BLOCKS; FINDING THAT SAID ALLEYS ARE NOT NEEDED
FOR HIGHWAY PURPOSES; THAT THE WELFARE OF THE CITY WILL BE ENHANCED OR PROMOTED BY THE '
CLOSING OF SAID ALLEYS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Proposed Shopping Center between Roosevelt Road and West 24th Street, Broadway
and Spring Street by J. Weingarten, Inc.).
which resolution was read in full. Filed in connection therewith was a communication
from Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, stating that the Little Rock Plan-
ning Commission had recommended and approved the closing of these alleys. Director
Winburn moved, that the said Resolution be adopted, which motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt, and the Resolution was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2402, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921..OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR '
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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' There was then presented Resolution No. 2403, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF FORTY ONE THOUSAND
ONE HUNDRED TWO AND 81/100 DOLLARS($41,102.81) TO THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
COMMISSION; PROVIDING THAT THE SAID MONEY SHALL BE TRANSFERRED FROM THE 1958 BOND
li CONSTRUCTION FUNDS APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANTS FOR THE SAID TRANSFER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Remaining Portion of $100,000.00 for Improvements to Municipal Airport from
1 1958 Various Purpose General Obligation Capital Improvements Bonds Voted and Approved
I� in General Election held on November 4, 1958);
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
I; Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
' There was then presented Resolution No. 2404, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF LLOYD ROBERTSON IN THE AMOUNT OF FORTY
THOUSAND ONE HUNDRED TWENTY THREE AND 65/100 DOLLARS $(40,123.65) FOR THE RESTORATION
OF THE LITTLE ROCK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AND ANTIQUITIES; AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH THE SAID LLOYD ROBERTSON FOR THE SAID
RESTORATION; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF THE AFORESAID MONEY PAYABLE
FROM THE PARK AND AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND, WHICH SUM HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED
BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 AND ORDINANCE NO. 10,962 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
" Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
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Noes - none; Absent - none.
In connection with the purchase of a site for the location of a new Fire
Station to service Meadowcliff Addition and area Southwest of the City of Little Rock,
Director Winburn moved, that the City Manager be authorized to obtain an option on
property located on the Benton -Hot Springs Highway near Asher and University Avenues.
This motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See Minutes of August 3, 1959 - Record
Book A -6, Page 538).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2405, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
AND EXECUTE A RIGHT -OF -WAY EASEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR CERTAIN
11PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, OWNED BY THE CITY, TO ARKANSAS POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
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FOR CONSIDERATION OF FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY AND N01100 DOLLARS ($450.00); AND FOR OTHER
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PURPOSES;
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Property owned by the City of Little Rock at 38th and Chester Street, used for
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Sanitation Department Land Fill);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
('Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Auzust 17, 1959 - Contd.
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There wa' then presented Resolution No. 2406, entitled: '
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF AND PRESCRIBING PROCEDURE FOR
ACQUISITION OF RIGHT OF WAY ON CANTRELL ROAD WITH BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,974, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 8 A (1) AND SECTION 8 B (2) AND (4) OF
ORDINANCE NO. 109882, SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR
THE YEAR 1959, BY PROVIDING FOR THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ADDITIONAL ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
AND SECRETARY IN THE CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES; '
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded
by Director Langford, and by unanimous vote of the members of,the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board
of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
Whereupon, said ordinance was read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,974 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2407, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2391 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK BY
PROVIDING FOR A DIFFERENT METHOD OF PAYMENT TO BEN M. HOGAN COMPANY FOR WORK ON EAST
15TH STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Straightening of portion of East 15th Street; Payments to conform with Contract);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:55 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Tuesday, September 8, 1959, at 7:30 ,
o'clock p.m., due to the first Monday in September being a Legal Holiday.
ATTEST: n ��ee�✓ APPROVED:
City Clerk.
Board of Directors Chamber,
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Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 8, 19591- 7:30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
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session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
(following
Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford -
total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. I�
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
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(Blankenship, and by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present.
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There was again presented the Petition from Frank M. Fulk, Agent for Safeway
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(Company, Inc., for reclassification of property on the West Side of Polk Street between
"R" and Kavanaugh and the Southeast corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street, described as
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Lots 1, 29 39 4, 59 69 109 11, and 12, Block 4, Mountain Park Addition to the City of
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Little Rock; from the present "A" One- family and "D" Apartment District to that of "F"
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Commercial District property. Said Petition carried the following Report: "The Little
Rock Planning Commission Approves "; and was presented on August 17, 1959, together with
other Petitions for rezoning of various properties, and after numerous verbal protests
from residents in the area, this property was deleted from an ordinance passed to rezone
property as described in the remaining petitions; and a proposed ordinance to rezone
only the property contained in the Safeway Company petition was placed on first reading,)
read the first time and placed on the calendar in order that the request could be
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reviewed by members of the Board of Directors. There being a number of persons present
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to again protest the rezoning of this property to "F" Commercial District, the Mayor
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then extended the courtesy of the floor to Herschell Bricker, Attorney, representing
Mr. Wilson Smith, 1817 North Polk Street, who stated that it was the opinion of the
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residents in this area that the rezoning of this portion of a block would be termed
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(spot zoning, hich was in conflict with the criteria as
g, previously outlined by the
Planning Commission; and that the brick wall with screen planting at the rear of the
proposed Safeway Company building as agreed upon in a Covenant along with other pro -
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visions proposed by Safeway Company to the Planning Commission,.would not prevent
noise and disturbance by large trucks loading and unloading late at night and in the
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early hours of the morning. Mr. Bricker also questioned the legality of the Covenant
as accepted by the Planning Commission; and requested the Board of Directors to either
re -refer the Petition to the Planning Commission or to rezone all the adjoining property
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to "F" Commercial District property. Upon question by Mayor Knoop, Mr. Julius Breckling�
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Planning Administrator, stated that this property had been under review by the Planning
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Commission for approximately three years for reclassification to "F" Commercial District',
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property, and in his opinion was not considered spot zoning due to other Commercial
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(property being in that area. Mr. Richard Butler, Attorney representing Safeway Company,l�
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Inc., then filed with the Board of Directors the Covenant as stated above, providing
for the said openwork brick wall with screen planting, off - street parking facilities,
September 8. 1959 - Cont'd.
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deflection of illuminating lights toward residential property in the area, and other
I provisions; and stated that said Covenant had been prepared to meet all legal require-
ments. Director Griffin then moved, that said Petition with Covenant'as filed therewith
be granted, which motion -was seconded by Director. Langford, and adopted by -unanimous
I'Iviva voce vote 'of the members of the'Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No.10,97,i).
Director Griffin then moved, that an Ordinance rezoning the property contained
in the Petition from Safeway Company, Inc., to "F" Commercial District be placed on
second reading, having been read the first time on August 17, 1959 and placed on the
calendar. This motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by viva voce vote
the members of the Board of Directors present.
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property on West Side of Polk Street between "R" and Kavanaugh and the Southeast
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corner of Kavanaugh and Taylor Street);
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on August 17,
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1959 and placed on the calendar. Director Griffin moved, that the rules be suspended
and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by
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Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors - elect. Whereupon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented a Petition from S. Shemin, D.V.M., for reclassifica-
tion of property at the Southwest corner of "L" Street and Cantrell Road, described as
Lots 1, 29 3, 4, and 5, Block 1, Hillcrest Park Addition to the City of Little Rock,
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from the present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
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which petition carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr. (This Petition was previously filed by
H. M. Franklin, former owner, requesting that it be rezoned to that of "J" Light
Industrial District property. Public hearing was held, and petition re- referred to
the Planning Commission on May 27, 1957; again disapproved by the Planning Commission,
and presented on June 24, 1957,-and again . re - referred to the Little Rock Planning
Commission). Filed in connection herewith was a communication from the Little Rock
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Planning Commission, stating that when the petition was first filed in 1957, Cantrell
Road was being planned for straightening, and the Planning Commission refused to
(approve the application until the problems of right -of -way acquisition had been settled.
IiiSaid
communication further stated that the Little Rock Housing Authority has waived
objection to the rezoning of this property at this time; and that since the application
was first filed in 1957, requesting a change to "J" Light Industrial District property,
the owner had requested the classification be changed to "F" Commercial District in
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(accordance
with the Housing Authority Plan. There being no protests presented, upon
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motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Petition was,-granted
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 10,976).
September 82 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 1099769 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, Il
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ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which
ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
I'lmembers
l Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
Ion third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Where- !�
upon, said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
Ill taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
ijDirectors Hewitt, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
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none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance
was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,977, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF
A TERRITORY OF LAND LOCATED IN SECTION 139 TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST, PULASKI
it COUNTY, ARKANSAS, BEING CONTIGUOUS AND ADJOINING THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
�lAND
(Approximate twenty -acre area bounded by Bryant, Twenty- eighth Street, Storybook Village
Boyle Park);
land
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
IlDirectors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
'Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
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mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and
jmore than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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�IDirector Hewitt, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
l+ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
j'IShall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
it There was then presented Resolution No. 2408, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
IITO EXECUTE A PETITION ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR ANNEXATION TO SAID CITY
OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES SITUATED IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property adjacent to Little Rock Municipal Water Works Reservoir on Cantrell Road)
I�which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
i Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
1, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
;(Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
September 8. 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2409, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE, TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
PROPOSAL OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO CLOSE, VACATE AND ABANDON A CERTAIN PORTION OF L� '
NORTH CROSS STREET HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING
FOR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Portion of property acquired for Right -of -Way on La Harpe Boulevard at Lincoln
Avenue Viaduct over Missouri Pacific Railroad tracks);,
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call:; Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented a Petition from the Board of Trustees of the Firemen'
Relief and Pension Fund, signed by the Chairman and Secretary, respectfully, of said
Board; together with a Financial Analysis of the Firemen's Pension Fund and a Resolution,
as adopted on August 28, 1959 by the Board of Trustees of said Fund, requesting an in-
crease in Ad Valorem Tax Levy for the benefit of the Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund ,
from Two - tenths of a Mill to Seven- tenths of a Mill upon the dollar of assessed value
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of the real and personal property of the City of Little Rock for the year 1959 (for
collection of taxes during the year 1960), for the purpose of paying firemen retirement
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salaries and pension, and pensions to the widows and minor children of deceased retired
firemen; and widows and minor children children of deceased firemen; and deemed neces-
sary by the Board of Trustees of the Pension Fund of the City of Little Rock for the
proper payment of said pensions and the creation of a reasonable surplus to meet possi-
ble contingencies. Mr. Ancil M. Douthit, Assistant City Manager, stated that the
results of an Actuary Report prepared for the Firemen's Relief and Pension Fund in 1957
showed a need for increased revenue, and that the Firemen had voted an increase in
salary deductions from One Per Cent to Two Per Cent in 1958. Director Langford moved,
seconded by Director Griffin, that said increase in Tax Levy to Seven- tenths of a Mill
beginning with the collection of taxes in 1960 be approved, which motion was adopted by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See '
Resolution No. 2410).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2410, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ANNOUNCING THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK RELATIVE AN
INCREASE IN MILLAGE RATE FROM TWO TENTHS (.2) OF A MILL TO SEVEN TENTHS (.7) OF A MILL
FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE FIREMEN'S RELIEF AND PENSION FUND; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2411, entitled: II
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TAP HORNER, JR., AND T. CHARLES TREADWAY TO THE
LITTLE ROCK SANITARY SEWER COMMITTEE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by '
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
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September 8, 1959 - Cont'd.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,9789 entitled:
!l !I AN ORDINANCE CREATING AND ESTABLISHING A DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL DEFENSE AND
DISASTER RELIEF; PROVIDING FOR A DIRECTOR THEREOF; GRANTING CERTAIN POWERS; DESCRIBING
P
I i THE DUTIES THEREOF; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being five in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
illthe Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
(+;Hewitt, moved that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and
(!final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and
(,,more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
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passed.
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In connection with a request from the Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission
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that the City adopt specific rules and regulations on Airport Limousine Service,
establishing minimum standards and qualifications, rates, etc., and authorize Contract
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same, Director Langford, Member of a Committee previously appointed by the Mayor
l,for this study, in the absence of Director Mrs. Dixon, Chairman, requested that a pro -
posed ordinance to establish such regulations be referred to this Committee for further
lllistudy
with members of the Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission and Chairman of the
(((Airport
Grounds Committee. Director Langford also requested that a copy of the proposed
V60rdinance
be mailed to each member of the Board of Directors and to the Chairman of the
(Little Rock Airport Commission.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,979, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,921, SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE
' INO. 10,954, AND SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,962; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
!(DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE WARRANTS NOT EXCEEDING ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,000.00)
H FOR THE PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL EXPENDITURES ON PROJECTS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED BY THE
RD OF DIRECTORS INVOLVING THE EXPENDITURE OF 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; REPEALING
INANCE NO. 109972; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
ch ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
sent, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
s- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
irector Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
I was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
'I Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
I�Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
I�passed.
September 8,_1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,9809 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FIVE HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($500.00) TO THE
TRAFFIC FINE REVOLVING FUND CREATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,906; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; f I
(Re: Refunds on Traffic Fines); III I
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board ofiDirectors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
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Director,Griffin moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading. This motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in numbe
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect. Said ordinanc
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared I
passed.
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of July, 1959. Upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, and by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, said report was received and filed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2412, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF JAMES H. CONE, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF
FORTY ONE THOUSAND NINETY THREE AND 75/100 DOLLARS ($415093.75) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF EIGHT TENNIS COURTS, SIX TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK AND TWO AT MacARTHUR
PARK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR.AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, WITH THE SAID JAMES H. CONE, INC., FOR
THE SAID CONSTRUCTION; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF THE AFORESAID
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE PARK AND AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND, WHICH SUM HAS PREVIOUSLY
BEEN APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; '
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2413, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING RUSSELL BROWN & CO., CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS,
TO AUDIT THE BOOKS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1959; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call; Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes- none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2414, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
ACCEPT BIDS FOR THE SALE OF CERTAIN REAL ESTATE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Parcel of property on Cantrell Road, being portion Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, in
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West Rock Addition; and on West 7th Street at Railroad Underpass, being Lot 7, Block 89
Ferndale Addition);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship,Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
In connection with the adoption of Resolution No. 2414, Director Griffin
recommended, and it was agreed by the Board of Directors present, that the City obtain
an appraisal on the two parcels of property after receiving bids for same.
II There was then presented Resolution No. 2415, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF CHOCTAW, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF
A BRIDGE AT THE INTERSECTION OF "F" AND BUCHANAN STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY WITH CHOCTAW, INC. FOR THE SAID CONSTRUCTION; PROVIDING THE
' CONSIDERATION THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2416, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN
APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR
WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and; upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
(ICI Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
�I Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
Director Langford then proposed that the Board of Directors of the City of
Little Rock commend the Chamber of Commerce for their offer of a $25,000 reward for
the apprehension and prosecution of criminals responsible for the bombings on the night
of September 7, 1959 in connection with local school integration; which caused consid-
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OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Street Construction Fund - Traffic Control System on cooperative basis with Civil
Defense; Right -of -Way Fund; and Park and Airport Construction Fund);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2417, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF P. B. PRICE IN THE AMOUNT OF SEVENTEEN
liTHOUSAND
EIGHT HUNDRED FIVE AND 13/100 DOLLARS ($179805.13) FOR THE PAVING AND OTHER
IMPROVEMENTS TO ROADS AND SIDEWALKS IN WAR MEMORIAL PARK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY
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OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH THE SAID P. B. PRICE FOR THE SAID PROJECT; AUTHORIZING
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AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY
WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full and; upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
(ICI Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
�I Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
Director Langford then proposed that the Board of Directors of the City of
Little Rock commend the Chamber of Commerce for their offer of a $25,000 reward for
the apprehension and prosecution of criminals responsible for the bombings on the night
of September 7, 1959 in connection with local school integration; which caused consid-
September 8, 1959 - Cont'd.
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erable damage to the School Board Offices, the private business office of Mayor Knoop,
and to the City -owned Station Wagon used by the Chief of'the Little Rock Fire Depart -
ment. .Mayor Knoop called for a Recess of the Board of Directors for Five Minutes for
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the discussion of a proper Resolution for this purpose, and to include other organiza-
tions desiring to participate. After said Recess the Board of Directors reconvened
with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following
Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 4;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro -
ceedings were had:
There was then presented Resolution No. 2418, entitled-
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING ALL CITIZENS AND ORGANIZATIONS, INCLUDING THE LITTLE
ROCK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT, INCLUDING OFFERING OF
REWARD, IN THE APPREHENSION AND PROSECUTION OF CRIMINALS RESPONSIBLE FOR RECENT BOMBS
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
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Directors Winburn and Mrs. Dixon - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
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motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:20 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, September 21, 1959 at 7:30
o'clock p.m.
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III The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
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following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
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i Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
IIII ceedings were had:
II The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
Ij The reading of the minutes,of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
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�i said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin,
!I by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions and Proposals for
rezoning of properties by the Little Rock Planning Commission; together with Report on
Isame:
� Petition from C. F. McAllester for reclassification of property at 4414 Asher
Avenue, described as Lot 4, Block 9, Riffel & Holder's Second Addition to the City of
Little Rock, from "F" Commercial and "B" Residence District to that of "I" Light
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Industrial District property; and
Petition from C. M. and Luvada G. Terry for reclassification of property at
II'1021 West Tenth Street, described as the West 100 feet of Lots 1 and 2, and the West
I�100 feet of the North 40 feet of Lot 3, Block 266, Original City of Little Rock, from
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the present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional
4� District property;
jI which Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
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i Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Planning Administrator.
Proposal by the Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassification of proper•
ty, generally being that property along Roosevelt Street between Kavanaugh Boulevard
Ij and Perryville Highway; described as Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 4; Lot's 1, 29 3, and
6, Block 5; Lots 9, 10, 11 and 12, Block 6; Lots 7 through 12, Block 3, all in Forest
Park Addition; from the present "A" One- family District to that of "C" Two - family Dis-
trict property;
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Proposal by the Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassification of proper
ty on the East side of Spring Street between West 11th and West 12th Streets; described
as Lots 1 through 6, Block 196, Original City of Little Rock; from the present "D"
Apartment District to that of "I" Light Industrial District property; and
Proposal by the Little Rock Planning Commission for reclassification of prop-
erty on the West side of Center Street between West 12th and West 13th Streets;
described as Lots 6 through 12, Block 1959 Original City of Little Rock, from the
present "D" Apartment District to that of "I" Light Industrial District property.
The Report from the Little Rock Planning Commission stated that these Petitions and
Proposals had been recommended and approved for the rezoning as stated above on
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September 10, 1959 by the Little Rock Planning Commission. There being no protests
presented, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, the report of
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the Little Rock Planning Commission was adopted and said Petitions and Proposals were
approved and granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Sevtember 21. 1959 - Cont'd.
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,981).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,981, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 51+20 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Mrs.Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the -Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,982, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Southwest corner of University Avenue and Markham Streets);
which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Ronald May, Attorney representing Fausett
and Company, Realtors and Developers, stated that this area had been approved for
annexation by the Pulaski County Court on August 13, 1959 and included that portion as
presently occupied by the Embers Restaurant and Fausett Office Building, but excluded
the Plaza Terrace Apartment Building and Bank Tellers Window in the area. Filed in
connection herewith was a copy of the Pulaski County Court Order as signed on August
139 1959, with Certificate of the County Clerk. Director Langford moved, that the
rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconde<
by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - Director
Hewitt;- total 1; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
(See Communication addressed to City Manager and Board of Directors by Attorney for
Pulaski Heights Bank, protesting the exclusion of the Branch Teller's Window in the
area, as filed with City Clerk following meeting).
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,982 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop and Langford - total 6; Noes - Director Hewitt -
total 1; Absent - none.
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III There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
III AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED
' ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF THE QUESTION OF THE ANNEXATION TO
II THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF LANDS LOCATED IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, SAID
LANDS BEING AN AREA OF LAND ADJOINING THE NORTH, WEST AND SOUTH BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, LYING IN SECTIONS 19, 20, 29 and 30, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE
1112 WEST; SECTIONS 22, 23, 24, 269 277 339 34 and 35, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST;
SECTIONS 1, 27 31 41 10, 11, 129 137 14, 159 229 23, 24, 25, 35 and 36, TOWNSHIP 1
II NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST; SECTIONS 6, 16, 17, 189 199 20, 28, 29, 309 31, and 32, TOWNSHIP
I� 1 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST; SECTIONS 1 and 2, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 13 WEST; AND SECTIONS
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5 and 6, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 12 WEST, CONTAINING 22.2 SQUARE MILES, MORE OR LESS;
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DIRECTING CITY OFFICIALS TO TAKE ANY OTHER NECESSARY STEPS TO ACCOMPLISH SAID ANNEXATIO
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the
designation of Hayes Street in the proposed ordinance, be changed to University Avenue
Ili to conform with the recent change in the naming of said street by the Board of Director
�IThis motion was seconded by Director Griffin and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
III the members of the Board of Directors present. There being a number of persons present
to protest certain portions included in the proposed annexation, the Mayor then extende
the courtesy of the floor to those desiring to be heard. Mr. Richard C. Butler, Attorn
representing the Industrial Development Company area, South and Southeast of the City
of Little Rock, stated that the officials of the Industrial Development Company had bee
responsible for the locating of several businesses in this area, and that these firms
had paid for all improvements, including utilities; and that the County Judge had agree
to grade and develop 65th Street to extend to the proposed Expressway South of the City
He further stated that these firms were provided adequate fire protection through the
special fees to the City by agreement with existing regulations; and that to annex this
area at this time would place a burden on these firms and they would not stand to gain
enough to be taken into the City due to the substantial increase in taxes if annexed.
II Mr. Robert S. Lindsey, Attorney representing A M F Cycle Company and Hoerner Box
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Company, et al., confimed the statements as made by Mr. Butler and requested the Board
of Directors to consider excluding all the Industrial Development Area from the propose
ordinance for annexation. Mr. Carl Keller, property owner of extensive undeveloped lan
Ito the West of the City Limits, in the area of the Rodney Parham, John Barrow and Kanis
� Roads, appealed to the Board of Directors for the exclusion of this portion of the pro-
posed annexation. Mr. Keller stated that the increase in taxes on this undeveloped
tract would be prohibitive; that there was no plan for subdivision of same at this time
and that even tho' the area was large enough to become an incorporated town, he would
assure the City Officials that this was not contemplated. After discussion on the
smatter and it being stated that this ordinance if passed would only submit it to the
jvoters for approval or disapproval in the November General Election, and that anyone
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desiring to protest would have recourse through the County Court of Pulaski County;
11 Director Griffin moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second
ii reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford. As a substitute to this
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motion, Director Blankenship moved, that the ordinance be placed on second reading,
lbeing amended to exclude all of the property as outlined as the Industrial Development
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Area; which motion failed to receive a second. Director Winburn raised the question of
September 21. 1959 - Cont'd.
whether the Little Rock Planning Commission had approved the proposed annexation; and
Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator stated that the Planning Commission
had studied the proposal and had approved same approximately a year ago. A vote was
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then had on the original motion to suspend the rules and place the proposed ordinance
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as read the first time on second reading, said motion failing to receive the necessary
two - thirds vote of the members of the Board of Directors -elect for adoption by the
following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 4; Noes - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon and Blankenship - total 3; Absent -
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none. Director Hewitt then moved, that the Board of Directors recess for ten minutes
for further discussion of the proposed ordinance, which motion was seconded by Director
Griffin, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
After due recess, the Board of Directors reconvened with Mayor W. C. Knoop
presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present:
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Absent - none. There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following
proceedings were had:
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City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp, by request of the Board of Directors, then re-
stated the recourse to be taken through the County Court, and further to the State
Supreme Court if so desired by property owners desiring to protest the annexation, if
the ordinance was approved to include the full area; and stated that it would be
necessary that the ordinance be passed not later than October 3, 1959 to allow the
full thirty days for same to be on file in the office of the City Clerk before being
placed on the ballot of the November 3. 1959 General Election. City Manager Dean I.
Dauley, then outlined various benefits to be gained by individual property owners if
the property was annexed to the City, including police and fire protection, and a
great reduction in Fire Insurance Rates. Mr. Dauley also called to the attention of
the Board of Directors the advantage of annexing this territory before the 1960 Census,
in order that the City benefit not only in additional revenue from Tax Collections, but
also the Arkansas State Gasoline Turnback; otherwise it would be another ten years
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before the City could gain from this increase in population without a Special Census.
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Director Hewitt then moved, that the ordinance be placed on the calendar for second
reading at a meeting to be held on Tuesday, September 22, 1959 at 3:00 o'clock p.m. in
the Board of Directors Chamber. This motion was seconded by Director Langford, and
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - Director Winburn - total 1;
Absent - none.
This being the time and place for a public hearing as set by Resolution No.
2409 on September 8, 1959, on a proposal by the City of Little Rock to close .a portion
of North Cross Street, bounded on the East by Block 357, Original City of Little Rock;
on the West by Missouri Pacific Railroad Right -of -Way; on the South by La Harpe Boule-
Ivard Right -of -Way; and on the North by Missouri Pacific Railroad Right -of -Way; Mayor
Knoop then extended the courtesy of the floor to anyone desiring to oppose the closing ,
lof said street. The City Clerk announced that notice had been published on September
12, 1959 and September 19, 1959, notifying all persons interested to appear and they
(would be heard on the matter. There being no protests presented, an ordinance to close
that portion of North Cross Street as stated above, was placed on first reading.
(See Ordinance No. 10,983).
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,983, entitled:
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_ I AN ORDINANCE CLOSING, VACATING AND ABANDONING A CERTAIN PORTION OF NORTH CROSS ICI
STREET HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Bounded on East by Block 357, Original City of Little Rock; on West by Missouri
Pacific Railroad Right -of -Way; on South by La Harpe Boulevard Right -of -Way; on North
by Missouri Pacific Railroad Right -of -Way);
which ordinance was read the first time. By unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the .members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
' question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Director Winburn was excused.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,984, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE RATE OF TAXATION OF PROPERTY FOR CITY PURPOSES
FOR THE YEAR 1959 FOR VARIOUS FUNDS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt, moved that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinanc
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,984 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blanken-
ship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director
Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,985, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION
42 A (1)
and 42 B (2) OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1098829
SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK FOR
THE YEAR 1959, BY
PROVIDING FOR A CLERK - TYPIST 11 IN THE
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PLANNING
PURPOSES;
DEPARTMENT OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
which ordinance was read the first time;
and by
unanimous vote
of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six
in number
and more than
two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon
motion of
Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by
September 21. 1959 - Cont'd.
Director Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford — total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,985 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,986, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 79 SUB - SECTION 1, OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,973, SAME
BEING: "AN ORDINANCE CREATING A BOARD OF PLUMBING SUPERVISION; PROVIDING FOR THE
SUPERVISION, REGULATION AND THE INSPECTION OF PLUMBING AND GAS FITTING, AND THE LICENS-
ING AND REGISTRATION OF PLUMBERS AND GAS FITTERS; ADOPTING THE STATE PLUMBING CODE
AND THE SOUTHERN STANDARD GAS CODE; REPEALING ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT HEREWITH; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES "; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: To permit home owners to do minor repair work on his or her own property);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the
second time. Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the
ordinance p }aced on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director
Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors
elect. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes'- none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
Auditorium for the period ending June 30, 1959• Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Griffin, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2419, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF THREE THOUSAND ONE
HUNDRED THIRTY TWO AND 70/100 DOLLARS ($3,132.70) PAYABLE FROM STREET CONSTRUCTION
FUND, PROJECT 8, TO GRAYBAR ELECTRIC COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIP-
MENT TO BE USED BY THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, WHICH
SUM OF MONEY HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED TO THE SAID FUND BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2420, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT it
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AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE VIOLATIONS BUREAU DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, I�
ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of 100,000 Parking Tickets);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2421, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LITTLE ROCK POLICE FORCE AND THE FEDERAL BUREAU
OF INVESTIGATION FOR THEIR DILIGENT AND SUCCESSFUL JOINT EFFORTS IN THE APPREHENSION
OF CRIMINALS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OUTRAGEIOUS BOMBINGS, BOTH TO PUBLIC AND PRIVATE
PPROPERTY IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, WHICH OCCURRED ON THE 7TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1959;
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
IDirector Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none.;
,Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being no further business to be presented or to come before the meeting,
upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9 :35 o'clock p.m. until Tuesday, September 22, 1959 at 3:00 o'clock p.m.
ATTEST:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
September 22, 1959 - 3:00 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in reconvened
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present; Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
IjLangford
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- total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed-
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ings were had:
Mayor Knoop then announced that this was the time and place for second reading
of a proposed ordinance submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Little
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,Rock,
the question of annexing an area of approximately 22.2 square miles of land
the North, West and South Boundaries of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
(adjoining
!Filed
in connection therewith was a communication from Mrs. Sarah E. Smith, 5309 Gum
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Road, addressed to the Board of Directors, requesting that it be read at this
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meeting and that the Board of Directors consider excluding ten acres of property owned
by her from the proposed annexation. Said communication was then read, and received
and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin. Mayor Knoop then ex-
tended the courtesy of the floor to anyone desiring to protest the proposed ordinance
before reading of same the second time. Mr. Frank Chowning, Attorney representing the
Union National Bank of Little Rock, then requested that the proposed ordinance be
checked with the City Attorney, as pertaining to an area occupied by a Bank Tellers
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by the Union National Bank, and was assured that this particular portion of land
was excluded from the proposed annexation. Mr. Carl Keller, owner of an extensive
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area of land adjacent to the Western City Limits, who had protested this
(portion
being included in the proposed annexation on September 21, 1959, stated that
his opinion was the same as expressed in his request to the Board of Directors at that
time to have this area excluded from the proposed annexation. Director Langford moved,
that the ordinance be placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director
Griffin, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,987, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS
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THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF THE QUESTION OF THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF
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ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF LANDS LOCATED IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, SAID LANDS BEING
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AREA OF LAND ADJOINING THE NORTH, WEST AND SOUTH BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, LYING IN SECTIONS 19, 20, 29 and 30, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 12 WEST;
SECTIONS 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 339 34 and 35, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST; SECTIONS
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11 29 39 41 10, 119 129 139 14, 159 229 23, 249 259 35 and 36, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE
13 WEST; SECTIONS 6, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 289 29, 30, 31, and 32, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH,
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RANGE 12 WEST; SECTIONS 1 and 2, TOWNSHIP 1 SOUTH, RANGE 12 WEST, CONTAINING 22.2
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SQUARE MILES, MORE OR LESS; DIRECTING CITY OFFICIALS TO TAKE ANY OTHER NECESSARY STEPS
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ACCOMPLISH SAID ANNEXATION,.DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which
ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on September
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Griffin moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final
reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
,two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall
the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows.: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,987 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
p, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
irector Winburn - total 1.
Mayor Knoop then filed with the City Clerk at this time, a communication stating
that he would be out of the jurisdiction of the United States from Wednesday, September
1959, for an extended period of time, thereby being unable to officially serve as
of this City, and requesting that this be made a matter of record in the Board of
irectors Minutes; and authorizing Director G. W. Blankenship, Assistant Mayor to
erform all the official functions required of the Mayor. (Communication received and
led).
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
journed at 3:20 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, October 5, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
.M.
ATTEST: �} l
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber, - "!
Little Rock, Arkansas, �)
October 5, 1959 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Assistant Mayor G. W. Blankenship presiding, in the absence of Mayor W.C.
Knoop, and City Clerk PaulineG. Beeson, and the following Directors present:
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,Griffin and Langford - total 5; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro -
ceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and II
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said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Mrs.
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IIIDixon, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. it
I There was then presented a Petition from Success Corporation, by H. F.
Buhler, President, Cooper M. and Lucie Waters Burley, and Ralph and Jean Bridges, ,
�jrepresenting themselves to be the owners of the land abutting and adjacent to portions
of certain streets located in Success Addition, asking the City of Little Rock to
;vacate, abandon and close the following portion of "G" Street, to -wit:
"G" STREET from the West line of Mellon Street
to the East line of McAdoo Street; I�
(subject to any utility easements now in effect. Filed with said Petition was a Plat
with Certificate Certificate from the Office of the Circuit Clerk of Pulaski County, Arkansas; and II
�a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission, approving the closing of the
labove named street. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn,
public hearing on the Petition was set for Monday, October 19, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
P.M. in the Board of Directors Chambers, City Hall, Little Rock,Arkansas, by unanimous j
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution
i.No. 2422).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2422, entitled: '
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A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE FOR A HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE, ABANDON
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(;AND CLOSE CERTAIN PORTION OF A STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
,(Re: "G" Street, from Mellon to McAdoo Streets);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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;Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, `
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
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Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,988, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE iII
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN Ez SW -y' SET OF SECTION 26, AND NW4 NET OF
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SECTION 35, ALL IN TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS; �I
(Sheraton Park Addition to the City of Little Rock);
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
certified copy of the Pulaski County Court Order approving said annexation by the County '
A August 26, 1959; and a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission j
approving same for acceptance by the City. By unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director �I
Mrs. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Griffin moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third �
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Whereupon, said
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,989, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12 OF ORDINANCE NO. 78269 AS AMENDED, SAME
BEING: "AN ORDINANCE CREATING A BOARD OF CENSORS FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
PROVIDING FOR THE ORGANIZATION AND DUTIES THEREOF, PROVIDING FOR CENSORING EXHIBITIONS
OF MOTION PICTURE SHOWS, VAUDEVILLE, AND OTHER THEATRES, PLAYHOUSED, CIRCUSES,
! CARNIVALS, AND ALL OTHER SHOWS AND PERFORMANCES, PROVIDING FOR THE CENSORING OF ADVER -
TISING, PUBLICLY DISPLAYED PICTURES, LITERATURE, MAGAZINES AND PUBLICATIONS, PROVIDING
FOR A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, REPEALING CERTAIN ORDINANCES, AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES. "; BY PROVIDING THAT THE BOARD OF CENSORS MAY, IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, IMMEDI
LY BAN FROM SALE ANY PUBLICATION WHICH VIOLATES THE PUBLIC SENSE OF DECENCY, MORALS,
AND PROPRIETY, OR WHICH MIGHT CONTRIBUTE TO THE DELINQUENCY OF MINORS; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
" suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading. This motion was seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
lBoard of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion -of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
Ill question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
I`Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship,Griffin, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 2 of Ordinance No. 10,989 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DEFINING AIRPORT LIMOUSINE SERVICE; AUTHORIZING THE LITTLE ROCK
' IAIRPORT COMMISSION TO CONTRACT FOR SUCH SERVICE; ESTABLISHING THE MINIMUM STANDARDS
,AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR SAID SERVICE; PROVIDING RATES FOR SAID SERVICE; CREATING AN
(EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford then stated that
October 5, 1959 - Cont'd.
he had been advised that Attorneys representing individual operators of Limousine
Service in the City had requested that they be granted the privilege to be heard to
protest the passage of the ordinance, and recommended that they be allowed this courtesy
before the second reading of the proposed ordinance. Director Winburn then moved, that
the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading on October 19,
1959, and that Attorneys desiring to protest be notified by the City Manager that they
would be heard at the Agenda meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 1959• This motion was
seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members
of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,990, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21 A (1) AND (7) AND 21 B (5) AND 21 C (7) b
OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882, SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
FOR THE YEAR 1959, BY PROVIDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL MILK SANITARIAN IN THE MILK AND DAIRY
DEPARTMENT AND FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN AUTOMOBILE FOR THE USE OF SAID SANITARIAN;
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and
final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then
read the .third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 10,990 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,991, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING PROJECT NO. 36 IN ADDITION TO THE PROJECTS PREVIOUSLY
CREATED BY ORDINANCES NO. 10,921 AND 10,954, SAID PROJECT TO BE THE AIR CONDITIONING
AND IMPROVING OF THE DUNBAR RECREATION CENTER; APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF FIFTEEN
THOUSAND DOLLARS ($15,000.00) FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO THE SAID PROJECT
AND PROVIDING FOR METHOD OF PAYMENT THEREOF; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
POSES;
ch ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
s. Dixon, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, moved that the rules again be suspended and
the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted by unanimous
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
October 5. 1959 - Cont'd.
III Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship,Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,991 was read and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,992, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL SUM OF MONEY FROM THE 1958 BOND
CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ZOO BUILDINGS AT THE LITTLE
ROCK MUNICIPAL ZOO IN CONJUNCTION WITH MONEYS PREVIOUSLY APPROPRIATED AND ESTABLISHED
AS PROJECT 16 BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Winburn, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Langford, moved that the rules again be suspended and
the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was adopted by unanimous
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was
then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop,- total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,922 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
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Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of August, 1959• Upon motion
of Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, said Report was received and filed, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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In connection with a proposed Resolution to appoint a member to the Zoning
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Board of Adjustment, due to the expiration of the term of Miss Emily Penton on October
�9, 1959, Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that Miss Penton be reappointed to this Board to
(succeed herself, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt. Director Winburn then
raised the question as to whether Miss Penton would be willing to serve another term,
or if the members of the Zoning Board of Adjustment had made any recommendations for
this appointment. After discussion on the matter, Director Mrs. Dixon withdrew her
Ilmotion,
and Director his second to the motion, and it was agreed by viva voce vote that
the nominating committee of the Board of Directors on appointments to various Boards
land Commissions would contact Miss Penton and other members of the Zoning Board of
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Adjustment for their recommendations on the appointment.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2423, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
ACCEPT BIDS FOR THE SALE OF CERTAIN REAL ESTATE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
October 5, 1959 - Cont'd.
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Triangular tract adjacent to La Harpe Boulevard Right -of -Way and Missouri Pacific
Railroad Right -of -Way at Lincoln Avenue Viaduct);
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship,Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2424, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO SUBMIT A BID FOR AND NEGOTIATE FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED TO BE USED BY THE CITY FOR A FIRE STATION SITE;
PROVIDING THAT THE SAID BID SHALL NOT EXCEED THE SUM OF EIGHT THOUSAND DOLLARS
($87000.00); AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Construction of new Fire Station adjacent to U.S. Highway 67 -70 to serve South-
west area and Meadowcliff Addition to the City of Little Rock, from 1958 General
Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Funds);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
.There was then presented Resolution No. 2425, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AMENDING SECTIONS 1 AND 2 OF RESOLUTION NO. 2406, SAME BEING:
"A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF AND PRESCRIBING PROCEDURE FOR ACQUISITION OF
RIGHT OF WAY ON CANTRELL ROAD WITH BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES ".;
BY PROVIDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL MEMBER ON THE COMMITTEE CREATED THEREIN; AND FOR OTHER
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PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2426, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY A MECHANICAL ENGINEER
TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING OF
DUNBAR RECREATION CENTER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Improvements allocated under 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond
Funds);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
(Noes
- none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2427, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING ROBERT L. ROBINSON, REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECT
TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PAVILION
AT BOYLE PARK, A LITTLE LEAGUE BALL DIAMOND AT ALLSOPP PARK, AND FOR THE ALTERATION
AND REPAIRING OF CERTAIN BUILDINGS AT THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL ZOO; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Improvements allocated under 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond
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II OPTION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO PURCHASE ONE (1) PNEUMATIC TIRED ROLLER FROM THE
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LITTLE ROCK ROAD MACHINERY COMPANY FOR A PRICE OF FOUR THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED FIFTEEN
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AND 61/100 ($41415.61), SAID ROLLER TO BE USED BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
III OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING THAT PAYMENT THEREOF SHALL BE MADE FROM THE STREET FUND OF
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THE SAID CITY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO
it EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
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Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2428, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF JAMES H. CONE, INCORPORATED, IN THE
AMOUNT OF TWENTY THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED EIGHT SIX AND N01100 DOLLARS ($20,486.00) FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION OF A GIRAFFE BUILDING AND ANIMAL SHELTERS AT THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL
ZOO; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH THE SAID JAMES H. CONE,
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Funds);
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
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,Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2429, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE KROGER COMPANY THE PRIVILEGE TO CURE OR CORRECT
'ANY DEFAULT ON THE PART OF EAST 26th STREET DEVELOPMENT CORP. UNDER THE TERMS OF A
(CERTAIN LEASE AGREEMENT DATED JUNE 119 1959, BETWEEN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND SAID
(EAST 26th STREET DEVELOPMENT CORP.; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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i(Re: Lease on property belonging to Oakland Cemetery at Northwest corner of Roosevelt
(Road and Barber Avenue);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
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Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2430, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EgUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE REPAIR DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
!AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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Purchase of Air Compressor);
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2431, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXERCISE THE
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III OF LITTLE ROCK; PROVIDING THAT PAYMENT THEREOF SHALL BE MADE FROM THE STREET FUND OF
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THE SAID CITY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO
it EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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October 5. 1959 - Cont'd.
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
In connection with a request made by Ronald May, Attorney representing the
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad, and Officials of said Railroad Company
before the Board of Directors at the Agenda meeting held on September 30, 1959, for
reimbursement by the City of Little Rock for costs involved in the relocating of the
crossing and signals in connection with the straightening of a portion of East Fifteent
Street, Director Hewitt, Chairman of a Committee appointed by Mayor Knoop to review thi
request, reported that it had been determined by this Committee that it had not been
the policy of the City of Little Rock to assume costs involved in matters of this
nature, and the Committee recommendation was that the City not pay these costs as set
forth by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company in their request. Upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the report of the Committee
was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present. (Communication as filed at Agenda meeting on September 30, 1959 received and
filed).
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:40 o'clock p.m. to meet again on Monday, October 19, 1959 at 7:30 o'clo
p.m.
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City Clerk.
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
October 19, 1959 - 7 :30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Assistant Mayor G. W. Blankenship presiding in the absence of Mayor W. C.
Public hearing had been set on said Petition by the Board of Directors by Resolution
No. 2422 on October 5, 1959 for this date and time; and filed herewith was a communica-
tion from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving and recommending the closing
of the above named street. It was then stated that notice had been published on
IOctober 6, 1959 and October 13, 1959, notifying all persons interested to appear at
!i this time and place and they would be heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desirin
were then heard therein. There being no protests presented, upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Petition was granted by unanimous viva voce
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vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,993)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,993, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING TWO SEPARATE PORTIONS OF G
STREET, PLATTED AS F STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
lHewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
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and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
passed.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
Knoop, and Pauline G. Beeson, City Clerk, and the following Directors present:
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
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ceedings were had:
g was opened p prayer by Director Winburn.
The meeting with a
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said munutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was again presented the Petition from Success Corporation, Cooper M.
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and Lucie Waters Burley, and Ralph and Jean Bridges, representing themselves to be the
owners of land abutting and adjacent to portions of certain streets located in Success
Addition, asking the City to vacate, abandon and close the following portions of "G"
Street, subject to existing utility easements, to -wit:
"G" STREET from the West line of Mellon Street
to the East line of McAdoo Street.
Public hearing had been set on said Petition by the Board of Directors by Resolution
No. 2422 on October 5, 1959 for this date and time; and filed herewith was a communica-
tion from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving and recommending the closing
of the above named street. It was then stated that notice had been published on
IOctober 6, 1959 and October 13, 1959, notifying all persons interested to appear at
!i this time and place and they would be heard thereon. Whereupon, all persons so desirin
were then heard therein. There being no protests presented, upon motion of Director
Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Petition was granted by unanimous viva voce
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vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,993)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,993, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING TWO SEPARATE PORTIONS OF G
STREET, PLATTED AS F STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director
lHewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
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and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
passed.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
October 19, 1959 - Cont'd.
There were then presented the following Zoning Petitions:
Petition from Peoples Building and Loan Association, by L. C. Shibley, for
reclassification of property at 116 Barton Street, described as Lot 5, Block 2,
Capitol View Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "B"
Residence to that of "C" Two = family District property;
Petition from Leon Prickett for reclassification of property on the Northeast
corner of Brown and 23rd Streets, described as Lot 3, Block 1, Gallagher's Addition
No. 3 to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence to that of
"C" Two - family District property;
Petition from Robert S. Naylor for reclassification of property at 1010
Battery Street, described as the East 100 feet of Lot 10, Block 14, Marshall and Wolfe
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - Family to that
of "H" Business District property; and
Petition from Mattie Phillips for reclassification of property at 1500 Scott
Street, described as Lot 12, Block 169 Original City; from the present "E" Apartment
to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District property.
Said petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Commission
Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator; and filed herewith
was a communication with report on the approved Petitions from the Little Rock Planning
Commission, and proposed ordinance to rezone the above described properties. Upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn, the report of the Little
Rock Planning Commission was adopted and said Petitions were granted. (See Ordinance
No. 10,994).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,994, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS; AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: 116 Barton; Northeast corner Brown and Twenty -third Street; 1010 Battery; and
1500 Scott);
which ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
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by Director Winburn, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors- elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Langford moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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Ithird and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by
unanimous -vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was
then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
(Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship,Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,995, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10,929, SAME BEING AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISH-
ING THE MASTER STREET PLAN OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING AREA, BY AMENDING THE CLASSIFI-
CATIONS AND PROPOSED RIGHT -OF -WAY WIDTH OF PORTIONS OF CANTRELL ROAD AND LINCOLN
AVENUE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that on October 8, 19599
the Planning Commission adopted a motion to change the Cantrell Road Section of the
Master Street Plan to an "E -1" Collector Street, changing the Right -of -Way from Eighty
Feet to Sixty Feet, conforming with the dedication presently being secured by the City
along Cantrell Road. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Hewitt,
and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the
rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director Griffin moved,
that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading,
which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the third
and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE LOCATION, USE, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF
TRAILER COACHES AND TRAILER COURTS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR
THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND LICENSES THEREFOR AND PRESCRIBING CERTAIN SAFETY AND
SANITARY REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION
OF ANY PROVISIONS HEREOF, (1) REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 5809, AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES
OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; (2) DECLARING UNLICENSED TRAILER COURTS
IN EXISTENCE AFTER 6 MONTHS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE TO BE A NUISANCE
SUBJECT TO INJUNCTION.;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the proposed
ordinance was a communication with Report on action as taken by the Little Rock Plannin
Commission on September 24, 1959 approving the ordinance generally, stating that a
meeting had been held with the Secretary and a member of the Trailer Court Association,
and that some objections voiced by the Trailer Court Operators in the preliminary draft
of the ordinance had been deleted in the proposed ordinance as presented at this time.
Also filed were petitions signed by approximately 125 residents in the areas affected,
recommending the passage of the proposed ordinance. Mr. Foster Stotts, representing
various Trailer Court Operators, was extended the courtesy of the floor, and verbally
protested several provisions in the ordinance, particularly the six month period to
comply with all regulations, stating that some operators would be compelled to dis-
continue operation of their courts due to lack of time to effect the additional changes
and also the permit fees, and the placing of the enforcement of the ordinance under the
Public Works Director, Health Director and Traffic Engineer. After lengthy discussion
on the matter, Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that a Committee be appointed to study the
proposed ordinance and meet with representatives of Trailer Court Operators, and to
present the ordinance at a later date with recommendations from this Committee. This
motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present.
October 19, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DEFINING AIRPORT LIMOUSINE SERVICE; AUTHORIZING THE LITTLE ROCK
AIRPORT COMMISSION TO CONTRACT FOR SUCH SERVICE; ESTABLISHING THE MINIMUM STANDARDS
AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR SAID SERVICE; PROVIDING RATES FOR SAID SERVICE; CREATING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on second reading, having been read the first time on October 5,
1959 and placed on the calendar. Filed in connection with the proposed ordinance was
a communication addressed to Mr. Dean I. Dauley, City Manager, from Mr. William Nash,
Attorney, which had been filed at the Agenda Meeting held on October 14, 1959; and
requesting time at the second reading of the ordinance for himself and Mr. Ike Murray
to speak briefly against the passage of the ordinance. Mr. Nash was then extended the
courtesy of the floor, and stated that Mr. Murray was out of the City and he would
speak for Mr. Murray also. Mr. Nash then questioned the validity of the passage of the
ordinance by the Board of Directors as stated in the communication, specifically on the
grounds of: (1) That it would create a monopoly; and (2) It would be an unconsti-
tutional delegation of power by authorizing the Little Rock Municipal Airport Commiss
to grant limousine service franchise to one individual operator. Director Langford in
response to the statement by Director Griffin on the matter of complaints of unsatis-
factory limousine service at the Municipal Airport in recent months by the various
operators, stated that he had been advised by responsible persons that Limousine
service at the Airport had been satisfactory in recent months and earlier difficulties
had been worked out; and that he opposed the passage of this ordinance. Mr. Lawrence
Fisher, owner and operator of one of the Companies now furnishing Limousine Service to
the Airport, then advised members of the Board of Directors that the Municipal Airport
Commission as a whole had not approved or recommended the passage of this ordinance..
After further discussion on the matter, said ordinance was then read the second time.
Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the ordinance be placed on the calendar for third and
final reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors on November 2, 1:959
This motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, and Griffin
total 5; Noes - Director Langford - total 1; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented the application for disability retirement salary from
J. F. Garrison, Milk- Sanitarian in the Milk and Dairy Division of the Health Department
under provisions of Ordinance No. 10,783, for a period of Seventeen Months and Fifteen
Days in the amount of $340 per month, effective November 1, 1959 to April 155 1961, a
total of $5,950.00. Filed in connection therewith were communications from Dr. John
McCollough Smith, personal physician and Dr. Mason G. Lawson, Public Health Director
for the City of Little Rock, recommending retirement for Mr. Garrison; and certifica
from the Civil Service Director as to period of service with the City of Little Rock.
Director Hewitt moved, that the application be granted, which motion was seconded by
Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 10,996).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,996, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21 A (1) AND 21 B (4) OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,882,
SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1959, BY
PROVIDING FOR THE DISABILITY RETIREMENT OF J. F. GARRISON, AN EMPLOYEE OF THE MILK &
DAIRY DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE YEAR 1959;
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; 'AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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i which ordinance was read the first time, and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
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of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
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and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect. Said ordinance.;
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 10,996 was read, and
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Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,997, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 109045 BY REVISING CERTAIN
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which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number)
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2432, entitled:
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RESOLUTION REQUESTING RESERVATION OF CAPITAL GRANT FUNDS, APPROVING UNDER-
TAKING OF SURVEYS AND PLANS FOR AN URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT, AND APPROVING FILING OF AN
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APPLICATION BY THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR FEDERAL
ADVANCE OF FUNDS FOR THE CENTRAL LITTLE ROCK URBAN RENEWAL AREA;
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(Re: Central Little Rock Urban Renewal Area, predominately Non - residential);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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I.Winburng Mrs.Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
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hThere was then presented Resolution No. 2433, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF TWO THOUSAND TEN
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AND NO 1100 ($2,010.00) PAYABLE TO GARVER & GARVER, INC., ENGINEERS, FROM THE RIGHT -OF-
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WAY FUND, WHICH SUM HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRIATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Surveys to establish center line on Eighth Street for Right -of -Way of Eighth
Street Expressway; from 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Funds);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2434, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING MISS EMILY PENTON TO THE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call.: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2435, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING T. V. ALLEN AND REAPPOINTING HARRY B. GLADDEN AND
WILLIAM F. STEINKAMP TO THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of,Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2436, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING FLOYD SHARP TO THE AIRPORT COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors..Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2437, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONER IN LITTLE ROCK STREET IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
NO. 599 AND ANNEXES 11 2 AND 3 THERETO; LITTLE ROCK CURB AND GUTTER IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT No. 600 AND ANNEX 1 THERETO;
(Re: Filling of vacancy on Board, created by death of William B. Appel, Jr.);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented the Certificate of Appointment of Mr. Fred W. Parris
as a Commissioner of the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, under
provisions of Act 77 of the Acts of the General Assembly of 1943 for the filling of
vacancies; said term to be for five years beginning October 89 1959 and to succeed
himself as said Commissioner. Said Certificate was signed by the remaining Commission-
ers; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Winburn, said appointment
was approved by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
�Mayor Knoop - total 1.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2438, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND
RECEIVE BIDS FOR A GROUP RETIREMENT PLAN FOR NON - UNIFORM EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2439, entitled:
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE SALVATION ARMY UPON THE CONSTRUCTION'OF ITS SOCIAL
CENTER LOCATED ON ROOSEVELT ROAD; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2440, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING WILLIAM F. RECTOR, SOMERS MATTHEWS AND ARTHUR PHILLIPS
AS THE CITIZENS COMMITTEE TO ASSIST THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND ANY SUBCOMMITTEE THEREOF
IN THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT -OF -WAY FOR UNIVERSITY AVENUE IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:30 o'clock P.M. to meet again on November 2, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock P.M.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 2, 1959 - 7 :30 o'clock P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock,Arkansas met in regular
session with Assistant Mayor Blankenship presiding, and City C1erk.Pauline G. Beeson,
and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,Griffin
and Langford - total 5; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Winburn.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs.Dixon, seconded by Director Winburn,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,998, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
OF A TERRITORY OF LAND LOCATED IN SECTIONS 23, 26 AND 27, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 13
WEST, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, BEING CONTIGUOUS TO AND ADJOINING THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Robinwood Addition);
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection therewith was a copy of
the Pulaski County Court Order approving said annexation by the County Judge on
September 30, 1959; and a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission recom-
mending the annexation of this,area. Director Winburn moved, that.the rules be sus-
pended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 10,999, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE DEFINING AIRPORT LIMOUSINE SERVICE; AUTHORIZING THE LITTLE ROCK
AIRPORT COMMISSION TO CONTRACT FOR SUCH SERVICE; ESTABLISHING THE MINIMUM STANDARDS
AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR SAID SERVICE; PROVIDING RATES FOR SAID SERVICE; CREATING AN
EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on third and final reading, having been read the first time on
October 5, 1959 and the second time on October 19, 1959, and placed on the calendar.
Director Langford moved, that the third reading of the ordinance be deferred at this
time, and that further study of the ordinance be made by the Committee previously
appointed by Mayor Knoop, due to various protests and allegations by Attorneys William
Nash and Ike Murry as presented on October 19, 1959, relative to the legality of the
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!!members of the Board of Directors present. Said ordinance was then read the second
with amendment as follows:
"Trailer Court Board - A board to be known as the Trailer Court Board is
hereby established. The word "Board" when used in this section shall be construed
Ito mean the Trailer Court Board.
The Board shall consist of five members who shall be the members of the
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passage of the ordinance by the Board of Directors. (See Communication in Petition
File presented October 19, 1959, now received and filed). Director.Langford's motion
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failed to receive a second. Director Griffin then moved, that the ordinance be read
the third and last time. This motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted
by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mr.s.Dixon, Assistant Mayor
Blankenship, and Griffin - total 4; Noes - Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2;
Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time,
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and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor
Blankenship, and Griffin - total 5; Noes - Director Langford - total 1; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 11 of Ordinance No. 10,999 was read, and
failing to receive the necessary two - thirds vote of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, failed of adoption by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, and Griffin - total 4; Noes -
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Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,000, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE LOCATION, USE, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF
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TRAILER COACHES AND TRAILER COURTS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING
FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND LICENSES THEREFOR AND PRESCRIBING CERTAIN SAFETY AND
!!members of the Board of Directors present. Said ordinance was then read the second
with amendment as follows:
"Trailer Court Board - A board to be known as the Trailer Court Board is
hereby established. The word "Board" when used in this section shall be construed
Ito mean the Trailer Court Board.
The Board shall consist of five members who shall be the members of the
!SANITARY REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION
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OF ANY PROVISIONS HEREOF, (1) REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 5809, AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES
OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; (2) DECLARING UNLICENSED TRAILER COURTS
IN EXISTENCE AFTER 6 MONTHS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE TO BE A NUISANCE,
(SUBJECT TO INJUNCTION;
which ordinance was on second reading, having been read the first time on October 19,
1959; at which time there was presented a communication from the Little Rock Planning
Commission with report on action as taken by the Planning Commission approving the
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ordinance in general, as revised after meetings with representatives of the Trailer
!Court Association; together with petitions signed by approximately 125 persons in areas
affected, recommending the passage of the ordinance. Said ordinance was placed on the
calendar at that time for presentation at a later date, with the recommendation that a
Committee be appointed by the Assistant Mayor to study the proposed ordinance and to
meet with representatives of Trailer Court Owners and Operators in the City, and to
report results of this meeting to the Board of Directors when the ordinance was next
!presented. Filed at this time was a report as a result of this meeting on October 23,
and proposed amendment to the ordinance to include provisions recommended at the
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meeting by members of the Committee and Planning Staff, which report and amendment were
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dread. Director Langford moved, that the ordinance be amended on second reading as ree-
'ommended and proposed, which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
!!members of the Board of Directors present. Said ordinance was then read the second
with amendment as follows:
"Trailer Court Board - A board to be known as the Trailer Court Board is
hereby established. The word "Board" when used in this section shall be construed
Ito mean the Trailer Court Board.
The Board shall consist of five members who shall be the members of the
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Little Rock Board of Adjustment. The chairman and vice chairman selected by the Board
of Adjustment, shall also serve as the chairman and vice chairman of the Trailer Court
Board. The terms of each member-of the Board shall be the same as the Board of Adjust-
( ment.
Meeting: Meetings of the Board shall be held on the date of the meeting of
the Board of Adjustment. All meetings of the Board shall be open to the public. The
Board shall keep minutes of its proceedings, show the vote of each member upon each
or if absent or failing to vote indicating such fact, and shall keep words of
Ilappeal,
I its examinations and other official actions, all of which shall be immediately filed
in the office of the Board, and shall be of public record. The secretary of the Board
shall be Public Health Director, whose office shall act as the office of the Board.
Appeals: Appeals to the Board may be taken by any person who is the owner
of the land on which a trailer court is proposed or on which an existing court is in
operation. The filing fee for such an appeal shall be $25.00, which shall be paid to
jthe
City Collector. The application for such an appeal shall be made at the office of
the Board.
The applicant shall notify the adjacent property owners of the time and place
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of the meeting, and shall submit proof of such notifications to the Board.
The Board shall fix a reasonable time for the hearing of the appeal, give due
notice thereof to the parties in interest, and decide the same within a reasonable time.
(Upon
the hearing, any party may appear in person or by agent or by attorney.
Jurisdiction: Where there are practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships
in the way of carrying out the strict letter of this ordinance, the Board may authorize
a variation in the Trailer Court Plan, Section 6 of this ordinance, and the time require
ment in Section 2 of this ordinance, provided a need can be demonstrated so that the
spirit of the ordinance shall be observed, public safety and welfare secured, and sub-
stantial justice done ". (See Section 17).
Director Griffin moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
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more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect. Said ordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6;
(Noes
- none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
(passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,001, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 10,849, SAME BEING AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISH -
ING THE SUBDIVISION RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING AREA, BY AMENDING
THE DEFINITION OF THE WORD "SUBDIVISION DEFINITION ", OF SECTION 2, SUBSECTION 2.2.23
OF SAID ORDINANCE
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was a
communication with report on action as taken by the Little Rock Planning Commission at
a public hearing at which time a motion was adopted to amend the Subdivision Rules and
Regulations, to eliminate numerous objections received by the Planning Commission
(relative
to previously platted lots. Director Hewitt moved, that the rules be suspended
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the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director
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Winburn, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the .
members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the
third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs.
Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,002, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,774, SAME BEING: "AN
ORDINANCE TO ABANDON AND VACATE A PORTION OF ARTHUR STREET SITUATED BETWEEN BLOCK 14
AND BLOCK 15, PLEASANT HILLS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, AND WHICH EXTENDS
NORTH FROM "H" STREET TO "I" STREET;" AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: To Delete provision of right of ingress and egress);
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was
a communication from Block -Meeks Realty Company, with diagram attached, requesting a
waiver of the right of ingress and egress retained by the City under provisions of
Ordinance No. 10,774 which closed this portion of Arthur Street. Director Hewitt moved
that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion
was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,003, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING CERTAIN ADDITIONAL SUMS OF MONEY FROM THE 1958
BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO PROJECTS PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY ORDINANCE NO. 109921; AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Balance allocated under 1958 General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Issue
for improvements to Municipal Auditorium, and construction of Police and Courts Build
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
November 2. 1959 - Cont'd.
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Mayor Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
.The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 11,003 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Mayor Knoop - total 1.
Director Winburn was excused.
There was then presented a Comparative Statement of Income Account from the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works for the month of September, 1959, which report, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, was received and filed by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
Memorial Auditorium for the period ending September 30, 1959• Upon motion of Director
Hewitt, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said report was received and filed by unani-
mous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2441, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PERPETUAL RIGHT OF WAY EASEMENT FOR RELOCATION OF
EAST FIFTEENTH STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK EXECUTED BY THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND
AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK GENERALLY DATED OCTOBER 30,
1959; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Straightening of East 15th Street by the City of Little Rock);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2442, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CERTAIN
INSTRUMENT CHANGING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF LEASE NO. NOy(R) -40497 BETWEEN THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK AND THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA RELATING TO THE NAVY AND MARINE CORPS
RESERVE TRAINING CENTER LOCATED ON JONESBORO DRIVE AT 8TH STREET; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Naval Reserve Training Center at War Memorial Park);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2443, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CIVIL DEFENSE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSA51 PROMULGATED UNDER DATE OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1959; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt;
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2444, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF AND AWARDING CONTRACT TO REBSAMEN
MOTORS FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) 1960 FORD 2 -DOOR SEDAN FOR USE BY THE MILK AND
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DAIRY DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon,Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
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Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2445, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION FIXING FARES FOR LIMOUSINE SERVICE IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK
RENDERED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 10,999; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2446, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
I ARKANSAS, AND THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY FOR A RIGHT -OF -WAY
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EASEMENT ACROSS THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD AT THE RELOCATED EAST
FIFTEENTH STREET CROSSING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2447, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE DRAINAGE EASEMENT EXECUTED ON OCTOBER 29, 19595 BY
THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND THE PUBLIC GENERALLY
I OVER, THROUGH AND ACROSS CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;(R
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(Re: Lease to East 26th Street Development Corporation for construction of Kroger
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Store, on property owned by Oakland Cemetery at Roosevelt and Barber Avenue);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2448, entitled:
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I A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE BID OF JAMES H. CONE, INC. TO CONSTRUCT TENNIS
COURTS IN THE DUNBAR RECREATION CENTER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Parks & Airport Construction Fund allocated from 1958 Capital Improvements Bond
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Issue);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
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none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors ad-
journed at 9:05 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, November 16, 1959 at 7:30 o'clock
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TEST: �j, P3e✓ APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
November 16, 1959 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Assistant Mayor Blankenship presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson,
and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Griffin and
Langford - total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved,upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Griffin,
by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
The following Zoning Petitions were then presented:
Petition from C. T. Wells for reclassification of property at 700 East 9th
Street, described as Lot 16, Block 2, Johnson's Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and
Institutional District property;
Petition from Alvin Strauss, for reclassification of property at the Southeast
corner of Taylor and "A" Streets, being Lots 1 and 2, Block 11, Pfeifer's Addition to
the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that of
"E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District;
Petition from Jane B. McGoodwin for reclassification of property at 1321
Lincoln Avenue, being Lot 4, Except the West 10 feet, Block 359, Weeks Subdivision of
Original City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that
of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District property; and
Petition from Sam J.Storthz, Jr. and Lewis A. Storthz for reclassification of
property at the Southwest corner of "H" and University Avenue, described as Lots 74,
75, 76, 77, and 78, Replat of Tract "A ", Ridgecrest Manor Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet
Business and Institutional District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
mission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr.; and filed therewith was a communi-
cation with report on action as taken by the Planning Commission approving the above
described petitions. Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the report of the Little Rock
Planning Commission be adopted and said petitions be granted, which motion was seconded
by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 11,004).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,0049 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at 700 East 9th Street; Southeast corner of Taylor and "A" Streets;
1321 Lincoln Avenue; and Southwest corner of University Avenue and "H" Street);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being five in number and two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
November 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Hewitt then moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by
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unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number
and two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. -Said ordinance was
then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin,and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2449, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO JOIN IN A WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH THE OWNERS OF ALL OF THE REAL
ESTATE IN CERTAIN BLOCKS AND LOTS OF WATKINS ADDITION AND NATIONAL PARK SUBDIVISION
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CLOSE AND ABANDON CERTAIN PORTIONS OF GEYER
' AND EAST 28TH STREETS; FINDING THAT SAID DEDICATED STREETS ARE NOT NEEDED FOR HIGHWAY
PURPOSES; THAT THE WELFARE OF THE CITY WILL BE ENHANCED AND PROMOTED BY THE CLOSING OF
(SAID STREETS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Sale of property owned by the City of Little Rock and occupied by the present
Dog Pound, to Raymond Karcher, Trustee);
Iiwhich resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
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none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,005, entitled:.
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j AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF MUNICIPAL AIRPORT REVENUE BONDS BY
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING CERTAIN LITTLE ROCK
MUNICIPAL AIRPORT LANDS WHICH ARE PRESENTLY LYING IDLE AND WHICH MAY BE DEVOTED TO
"INCOME PRODUCING USES; MAKING PLEDGES AND COVENANTS TO INSURE THE PAYMENT OF SAID
BONDS; AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO;
(Re: Act No. 175 of the 1959 General Assembly of the State of Arkansas);
Ilwhich ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance were
Excerpts of Minutes of a Meeting of the Little Rock Airport Commission on October 26,
1959, containing a Resolution as adopted by the Airport Commission recommending the
passage of this ordinance by the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, and
copy of the ordinance as presented at this time. Mr. Ancil Douthit, Assistant City
Manager, advised the members of the Board of Directors that the purpose of this
ordinance was to enable the members of the Municipal Airport Commission to file a test
suit in the local courts, to determine the validity of Act No. 175 of the 1959 General
Assembly of the State of Arkansas, which authorizes cities having Airport Commissions
created pursuant to Act No. 53 of the 1959 General Assembly of the State of Arkansas,
to issue negotiable coupon revenue bonds to obtain funds necessary for financing
II improvements upon lands subject to the jurisdiction of Airport Commissions which are
N not being used for the actual operation of the municipal airports, and to lease said
improvements in order to obtain additional revenues for the operation, maintenance and
development of the airports. Director Mrs. Dixon then moved, that the rules be sus-
pended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
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November 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being five in number and two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unahimous.vote '
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,006, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 18 OF ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED, SAME
BEING THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: To changing the designation of one member of the Zoning Board of Adjustment as
a member of the Little Rock Planning Commission to that of Layman);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
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Board of Directors present, being five in number and two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Griffin,
the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director Langford
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moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final
reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and two-thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the third
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and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Assistant
Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,007, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21 SECTION 2 (1), AND SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE
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NO. 11,000, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE LOCATION, USE, MAINTENANCE AND
OPERATION OF TRAILER COACHES AND TRAILER COURTS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND LICENSES THEREFOR AND PRESCRIBING CERTAIN
SAFETY AND SANITARY REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH,PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE
VIOLATION OF ANY PROVISIONS HEREOF; (1) REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 5809, AND ALL OTHER
ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; (2) DECLARING UNLICENSED
TRAILER COURTS IN EXISTENCE AFTER 6 MONTHS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS ORDINANCE
TO BE A NUISANCE, SUBJECT TO INJUNCTION. "; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: To Payment of Privilege License be made to City Collector);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being five in number and two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third
November 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.Dixon, Assistant
Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented the Abstract of votes as Certified by the members
of the Pulaski County Board of Election Commissioners, of the votes cast at the City
General Election held on November 3, 1959, showing the following total votes cast upon
the Offices of Municipal Judge, First and Second Divisions; and upon Ordinance No.
10,987, submitting to the qualified electors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, the
question of annexing certain lands adjoining the West and South boundaries of the City
and containing 22.2 Square Miles, more or less, to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas:
CITY GENERAL ELECTION
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARK.
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 3, 1959
FOR JUDGE MUNICIPAL COURT,
LITTLE ROCK, FIRST DIVISION
QUINN GLOVER 4503
FOR JUDGE MUNICIPAL COURT,
LITTLE ROCK, SECOND DIVISION
JOHN L. SULLIVAN 4698
For Annexation to the City of
Little Rock of certain lands adjoining
the West and South boundaries of the
City and containing 22.2 square miles,
more or less, as provided for in
Ordinance
No. 10987 3889
Against Annexation to the City of
Little Rock of certain lands adjoining
the West and South boundaries of the
City and containing 22.2 Square miles,
more or less, as provided for in
Ordinance
No. 10987 1655
Given under our hands and seal this 8th of
November, 1959
Pulaski County Board of Election Commissioners.
S/ E. A. Henry, Chairman
S/
W.
H.
Laubach,_Secretary
S/
Wylie
Cavin,
Sr.
Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Certificate was
approved, and received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2450, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF LOT 4, BLOCK 9 OF KIMBALL AND
BODEMAN'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of lot owned by Harry Pittard which lies within the Right -of -Way of
the proposed Eighth Street Expressway; to be paid from 1958 General Obligation Capital
Improvements Bond Right -of -Fund - Project No. 1);
November 16, 1959 - Cont'd.
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2451, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLOT PLANS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ROBERT G.
WALKER MEMORIAL TENNIS CENTER SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY BENJAMIN JOHNSON,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion
of Director
Mrs. Dixon,
seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes
- Directors
Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin,
and Langford
- total 5;
Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop
- total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2452, entitled:
A RESOLUTION TO ACKNOWLEDGE A RESOLUTION ADOPTED BY THE URBAN PROGRESS
ASSOCIATION, INC.; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Proposed Annexation of 22.2 Square Miles, more or less, of lands adjoining the
West and South boundaries to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2453, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE POLICY OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TOWARD THE
ESTABLISHMENT OF A BASEBALL FRANCHISE IN THE SOUTHERN ASSOCIATION; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Assistant Mayor Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes -
none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Mayor Knoop - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:30 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, December 7, 1959 at 7:30
o'clock P.M.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Assistant Mayor
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- Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
' II December 7, 1959 - 7 :30 P.M. it
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Assistant Mayor G. W. Blankenship presiding as Chairman, and City Clerk
Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn,
Griffin, Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
II Chairman Blankenship then stated that he had been advised by the City Attorney
that due to the expiration of the two -year term of Director W. C. Knoop to serve as
I Mayor of the City of Little Rock, as elected by the Board of Directors at the organiza-
tion of the Board of Directors under the City Manager- Director form of Government�on
' November 11, 1957, under provisions of Act 8 of 1957; and read the following Memorandum
from Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, recommending election at this time of a Chairman
�i of the Board of Directors to serve as Mayor:
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Ili IN RE: Election of Chairman of the Board
to Serve as Mayor.
It is recommended that the Chair invite nominations for
election as Chairman of the Board to serve as Mayor for the
City for a period of two (2) years, or until such Chairman's
term expires, whichever occurs sooner.
If only one Director is nominated for said position, then
a vote thereon should be taken from each individual member of
the Board present, and a simple majority of those present will
be sufficient to elect said nominee.
If more than one Director is nominated for said position,
then whichever candidate receives a majority of the total votes
cast shall be elected.
Of course, minutes of such action should be kept by the City
Clerk and recorded in the official minutes of the Board of
Directors for this particular date.
I III Joseph C. Kemp"
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Director Griffin then nominated Director Knoop to serve as Mayor for a term of two
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years, and Director Hewitt seconded this nomination. Chairman Blankenship inquired
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j if there were any other nominations to be presented , and u p on receiving none upon
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Hewitt, said nominations were declared
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closed by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Assistant Mayor
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Blankenship, Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
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Dixon - total 1; Present and Not Voting - Director Knoop - total 1. A roll call was
then had on the election of Director Knoop to serve as Mayor for a term of two years,
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with the following result: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn,Assistant Mayor Blankenshi
Griffin, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.Dixon - total 1;
1 Present and Not Voting - Director Knoop - total 1. Whereupon, it was declared that
Director Knoop was duly elected to serve as Mayor of the City of Little Rock for a two -
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year term.
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Assistant Mayor Blankenship then relinquished the Chair to Mayor Knoop to
serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mayor Knoop expressed his appreciation
to the members of the Board of Directors for their vote of confidence in electing him
l to again serve as Mayor of the City of Little Rock; and pledged his full faith in
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December 7. 1959 - Contd.
carrying out the duties of the office.
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The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Langford, by
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unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
iThere was then presented Ordinance No. 11,008, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
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OF A TERRITORY OF LAND LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION
35, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST, AND THE NORTH ONE HALF OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 1
NORTH, RANGE 13 WEST, OF PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, BEING CONTIGUOUS.TO THE EXISTING
WEST BOUNDARY OF SAID CITY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Remaining portion of Brookfield);
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection with the ordinance was
a Plat and Copy of the Pulaski County Court Order dated July 309 1959, approving said
annexation; and a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving
same. Director Hewitt moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on
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second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-elect. Said ordinance
was then read the second time; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Griffin, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the.members of the Board of
Directors - elect., the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
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last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin,
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Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;. Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.Dixon -
j total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,009, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS KNOWN AS "THE VILLAGE SHOPPING CENTER "
ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection therewith was a Copy of
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the Pulaski County Court Order dated October 26, 1959 with Plat attached; and a com-
munication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving the annexation of this
(area.
(Asher and University Avenues). Director Langford moved, that the rules be
(suspended
and the ordinance placed on second reading. This motion was seconded by
IlDirector
Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
j Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Iquestion,
i Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
I�none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon -.total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 11,009 was read, and
Ilwas
adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
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December 7. 1959 - Contd.
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
II Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2454, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE REMOVAL AND RAZING OF A CERTAIN STRUCTURE ON LOT 91
BLOCK 128, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES:
which resolution was read'in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, B
Blankenship, G
Griffin, M
Mayor K
Knoop, and Langford - t
total 6; Noes --none;
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,010, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SUBSECTIONS (1) b 109 (1) c 5 and (5) a 8 UNDER ARTICLE
III, SECTION 1, OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,881, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A POSITION
CLASSIFICATION FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR THE ADMINISTRATION
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THEREOF; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. "; BY RECLASSIFYING THE FINANCE
iiOFFICER AND DELETING THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF CITY ATTORNEY AND PLANNING AND TRAFFIC
' DIRECTOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Griffin moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
IiBoard of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
�!iquestion, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
!Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
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;none; Absent_- Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
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passed.
1 The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 11,010 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Mrs.
(Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,011, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 19 1060; APPROPRI-
ATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE TIiEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY TO EXIST ;.AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. After brief discussion between members of
lithe Board of Directors and the City Manager on various appropriations as set out in
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ithe ordinance and changes as previously discussed; and question by Mayor Knoop and
JDirector Winburn as to the possibility of the ordinance being amended at a later date
' I'if passed in its present state at this time, due to numerous requests received by them
ifor certain changes in appropriations as set out in the ordinance; upon assurance from
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Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, that the ordinance was subject to amendment at any time
ithe members of the Board of Directors so desired, if passed at this time, Director
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'Hewitt moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,011, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR AND ADOPTING THE BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD BEGINNING JANUARY 19 1060; APPROPRI-
ATING MONEY FOR EACH AND EVERY ITEM OF EXPENDITURE TIiEREIN PROVIDED FOR; DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY TO EXIST ;.AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. After brief discussion between members of
lithe Board of Directors and the City Manager on various appropriations as set out in
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ithe ordinance and changes as previously discussed; and question by Mayor Knoop and
JDirector Winburn as to the possibility of the ordinance being amended at a later date
' I'if passed in its present state at this time, due to numerous requests received by them
ifor certain changes in appropriations as set out in the ordinance; upon assurance from
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Joseph C. Kemp, City Attorney, that the ordinance was subject to amendment at any time
ithe members of the Board of Directors so desired, if passed at this time, Director
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'Hewitt moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading.
December 7. 1959 - Cont'd.
This motion was seconded by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds)
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the '
second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, the.rules were
again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6;
Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section of Ordinance No. 11,011 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,012, entitled: ,
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE HYDRANTS WITHIN THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK FOR THE YEAR 1960; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
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by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordi-
nance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Pock Municipal Water Works, together with Statement of Cash Receipts
and Disbursements for the month of October, 1959• Upon motion of Director Griffin,
seconded by Director Langford, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. Upon question by Director
Winburn as to the filing with the Board of Directors of a detailed monthly report by
other departments operating under Commissions, as filed by the Little Rock Municipal
Water Works Department, City Manager Dean Dauley stated that this report as filed by
the Water Works Department was required under the Trust Indenture; but.that the Board
of Directors could request that a monthly detailed report be filed by other departments
operating under separate Commissions. Mr. Dauley was then authorized to request these
other departments to file detailed monthly financial reports with the Board of Directors '
There was then presented Resolution No. 2455, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PROPOSAL TO BE SUBMITTED BY THE LITTLE ROCK HOUSING
AUTHORITY TO THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION RECOMMENDING A CHANGE TO AN EXISTING
TRUCK ROUTE THROUGH THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
December 7. 1959 - Cont'd.
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
i1 Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2456, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION APPOINTING MAXWELL J. LYONS II TO THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;.
(Re: Ordinance No. 11,006);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2457, entitled:
A RESOLUTION EMPLOYING RICHARD W. GROH, REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECT TO
PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A COMMUNITY
CENTER AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
i Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
iI Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2458, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EMPLOY STOWERS AND BOYCE,
REGISTERED, LICENSED ARCHITECTS TO PREPARE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW DOG POUND FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Director Langford moved, that the resolution be
adopted, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship. As a substitute to this
motion Director Winburn moved, that the resolution be amended to include the following
provision: "at such time as the sale of existing Dog Pound property is approved and
completed ". Director Blankenship withdrew his second to the original motion and
seconded Director Winburn's motion for amendment as proposed above, which motion was
(adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. Said
'resolution was then read as amended; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
lWinburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
In connection with the sale of the present Dog Pound property at East 28th
and Geyer Streets, Director Griffin moved, that the offer by Raymond Karcher to Mr.
Ancil M. Douthit, Assistant City Manager, in the amount of $35,000 for the sale of
this property be accepted, and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sell same for
this a
amount. (
(This being i
in excess o
of any bids previously s
submitted and refused).
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motion was s
seconded by D
Director L
Langford, and adopted b
by unanimous viva voce vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2459, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK OF LITTLE
RCK, . IIIIIIIESTATEAINACERTAINOBLOCKSIAND LOTSTOF WATKINSNADDITION ANDWNATIONALAPARK SUBDIVISION
December 7. 1959 - Cont'd.
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CLOSE AND ABANDON CERTAIN PORTIONS OF GEYER
AND EAST 28TH STREETS; FINDING THAT SAID DEDICATED STREETS ARE NOT NEEDED FOR HIGHWAY
PURPOSES; THAT THE WELFARE OF THE CITY WILL BE ENHANCED AND PROMOTED BY THE CLOSING OF
SAID STREETS; PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION SHALL SUPERSEDE AND - RESCIND RESOLUTION
NO. 2449; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Sale of present Dog Pound Property at 28th and Geyer Streets; to correct property
description in Resolution No. 2449);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No.•2460, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE NEED FOR A TRAFFIC SURVEY; DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO REQUEST A TRAFFIC SURVEY TO BE MADE BY THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Proportionate Share in cooperation with State Highway Commission, et al.;)
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call vote: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2461, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF TWELVE THOUSAND TWO
HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX AND 24/100 DOLLARS ($12,286.24) TO GRAYBAR ELECTRIC COMPANY AND
KAR -TROL SIGNAL COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT; PROVIDING FOR
THE PAYMENT OF SAID SUM FROM STREET CONSTRUCTION FUND, PROJECT 8, APPROPRIATED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 10,921 OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Matching Funds from Civil Defense Agency; said sum to be refunded to 1958 Street
Construction Fund under General Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Issue approved at
November, 1958 General Election);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by_the following roll call vote: Ayes - Directors
tt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
tion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:00 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, December 21, 1959 at 7:30
o'clock P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
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session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and
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There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following proceed -
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The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and said
minutes approved, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Griffin, by
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The following Zoning Petitions were then present:
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Petition from Louis Snyderman for reclassification of property at the Northwest)
corner of Johnson Street and West Capitol Avenue, being Lots 11 and 12, Block 6, C. S.
Stifft's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence
District to that of "D" Apartment District property;
Petition from John W. Norwood and Eunice Helen Norwood, by William M. Dabbs,
Jr., Attorney, for reclassification of property at 5316 and 5320 Kavanaugh Boulevard,
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!being Lots 8 and 9, Block 24, Newton's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
from the present "A" One- family District to that of "C" Two - family District property;
Petition from Leonard White for reclassification of property at the Northeast
!corner of East Roosevelt Road and Third Bridge Expressway, (See Legal description on
Petition); from the present "B" Residence District to that of "I" Light Industrial
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Petition from Ola H. Webber for reclassification of property at the Southeast
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corner of 4th and Valentine Streets, being Lots 5 and 6, Block 7, Beach's Addition to
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the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of
"C" Two - family District property;
Petition from Charles R. and Imogene Carnation for reclassification of property
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at 4417 West 12th Street, described as the West 13 1/2 feet of Lot 4, and all of Lot
5, Block 3, S. J. Johnson's Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the
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(present "B" Residence District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Mrs. N. L. Savery for reclassification of property at the South-
least corner of West 10th and High Streets, described as Lots 15 2, 3, Block 4055
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Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment!
!District to that of "F" Commercial District property; and
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Plat filed b'y.,Robert Naylor in connection with his Petition which was granted
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the Board,of Directors on October 19, 1959 for reclassification of property at 1010
`Battery Street, from "C" Two - family District to that of "H" Business District property;�l
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land to include the South 4 feet of the East 100 feet of Lot 11, Block 14, Marshall and
(Wolfe Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
(Said Petitions carried the following report: "The City Planning Commission Approves ";
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Planning Commission on action as taken by the Planning Commission approving the
properties in the above described Petitions. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Griffin, the report of the Planning Commission was adopted and
said Petitions granted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 11,013).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,013, entitled: '
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopte
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in numbe
and more than two- thi -rds of the members of the Board of Director's- elect. Said ordi-
nance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall
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result being as
follows:
Ayes -
Directors
Hewitt, Winburn,
Blankenship,
Griffin,
Mayor Knoop and
Langford -
total
6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,014, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY SITUATED IN
PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, IN CONSIDERATION OF THE CONVEYANCE OF OTHER REAL PROPERTY
SITUATED IN PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS, TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE
USE AND BENEFIT OF THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS;
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed with the ordinance was an Excerpt from
the Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners of the Little Rock
Municipal Water Works held on November 20, 1959, containing a Resolution adopted by
that body requesting the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock to enact an
ordinance authorizing the exchange of property as outlined therein, and directing the
Mayor and City Clerk of Little Rock, Arkansas, to execute a warranty deed for convey-
ance to Pratt Remmel in consideration of property by J. D. Walthour, Trustee and Hettie
Walthour, his wife, to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, for use and benefit of the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works. Director Langford moved, that the rules be sus-
pended and said ordinance placed on second reading. This motion was seconded by
Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. The ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
December 21. 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners for Sewer Improvement
District'No. 128 of Little Rock, Arkansas, stating that Mr. James F. Hewitt, Chairman
of the Board of Commissioners, since becoming a member of the Board of Directors of
the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, was disqualified to serve as a Commissioner on a
Municipal Improvement District; and recommending the appointment of R. Beal Kidd as
successor on the Board of Commissioners of Sewer Improvement District No. 128 to
replace Mr. Hewitt. Upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Blankenship,
said Report was approved, received and filed, by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2462).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2462, entitled:
RESOLUTION APPOINTING COMMISSIONER IN SEWER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 128;
(Re: Filling of vacancy);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, ,Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 620 of Little Rock, Arkansas, stating that.bids had been taken for
improvements petitioned for in this District and that it had been determined that
costs of constructing said improvements, including the additional facilities required
by the City, are excessive and that the property owners are unable to pay for the
improvements;. and that the Board of Commissioners had resolved that the improvements
proposed by the District should not be made and should be abandoned. Said report
further stated that certain indebtedness had been incurred but that the 1959 collection
of the assessment of benefits is sufficient to pay all of said indebtedness in full
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and to permit a refund of a portion of the collection to the property owners. Sub-
mitted with the Report was a proposed ordinance to cease collection of the assessment
of benefits for the year 1960 and thereafter. Director Hewitt moved, that said Report
be approved, received and filed, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and
' adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
(See Ordinance No. 11,015);
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,015, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10853 ASSESSING THE BENEFITS IN STREET
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 620 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Blankenship, moved that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third
and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by
unanimous vote -of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordi-
nance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
il question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
December 21, 1959 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners of Curb and Gutter Improve-
ment District No. 621, stating that since bids had been taken for improvements peti-
tioned for in this District (Companion District to Street Improvement District No. 620);
it had been determined that costs of constructing said improvements, including the
additional facilities required by the City, are excessive and that the property owners
are unable to pay for these improvements; and that the Board of Commissioners had
resolved that the improvements proposed by the District should not be made and should
be abandoned. Said report further stated that certain indebtedness had been incurred
but that the 1959 collection of the assessment of benefits is sufficient to pay all of
said indebtedness in-full-and to permit a refund of a portion of the collection to the
property owners. Submitted with the Report was a proposed ordinance to cease collec-
tion of the assessment of benefits for the year 1960 and thereafter as previously set
out. Director Langford moved, that the Report of Commissioners be approved, received
and filed; which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous viva
voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No: 11,016),
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,0169 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 10854 ASSESSING THE BENEFITS IN CURB &
GUTTER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 621 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two-thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director
Langford, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
Hewitt, moved that-the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on second
reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous
vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was
then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,017, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 21 SECTION 2 (1), SECTION 35 AND SECTION 5 OF
ORDINANCE NO. 11,000, SAME BEING: "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING THE LOCATION, USE,
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF TRAILER COACHES AND TRAILER COURTS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND LICENSES THEREFOR AND
PRESCRIBING CERTAIN SAFETY AND SANITARY REQUIREMENTS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH, PROVIDING
PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF ANY PROVISIONS HEREOF; (1) REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 5809,
AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH; (2) DECLARING
UNLICENSED TRAILER COURTS IN EXISTENCE AFTER 6 MONTHS FROM THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF THIS
ORDINANCE TO BE A NUISANCE, SUBJECT TO INJUNCTION. "; REPEALING ORDINANCE No. 115007;
DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the .rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by•unani-
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mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye.and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 6 of Ordinance No. 11,017 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report
from the Little Rock Municipal Water Works, together with Statement of Cash Receipts
bland Disbursements for the month of November, 1959. Upon motion of Director Hewitt,
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seconded by Director Griffin, said Report was received and filed by unanimous viva
`voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2463, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITIZENS COACH COMPANY TO MAINTAIN AND OPERATE ON
TEMPORARY BASIS TWO (2) SEPARATE EXPRESS BUS ROUTES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
ZING FARES WHICH MAY BE CHARGED FOR SUCH SERVICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: University Avenue Express and Pulaski Heights Express);
ch resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
ector Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
, Blankenship,Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
ent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
!i There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ONE HUNDRED FORTY -SIX AND 01/100
(DOLLARS ($146.01) FROM THE PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE REVOLVING FUND CREATED BY ORDINANCE
NO. 10,938 PAYABLE TO JAMES DATES AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO HIS
AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, WHICH OCCURRED ON THE 10TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1959, AT TWELFTH AND CEDAR STREET
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO
EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID AMOUNT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. After brief discussion by the members of the Board
Directors on the validity of the claim, Director Blankenship moved, that the proposed
solution be tabled until further study, which motion was seconded by Director Langford
d adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship,
iffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Mrs.
- total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2464, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND
IInQUIPMENT FOR THE YEAR 1960 FOR USE BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Il(Re: Annual Supplies - Gasoline, Oil, Tires, Batteries, Metal and Concrete Pipe, Sand
and Aggregates, Light Bulbs and Tubes);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following.roll call: Ayes Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2465, entitled: ,
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF H. L. UPTON IN THE AMOUNT OF FOUR
THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED TWENTY ONE AND NO 1100 DOLLARS ($4,721.00) FOR REPAIRING AND
REMODELING OF THE ELEPHANT AND MONKEY BUILDINGS AT THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL ZOO;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AND EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH THE SAID H. L. UPTON
FOR THE SAID PROJECT; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF
FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
Director. Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
There was then presented Resolution No. 2466, entitled:
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE
BIDS FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE
BETWEEN CANTRELL ROAD AND ASHER
AVENUE IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. '
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,0189 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING THE ANIMAL SHELTER COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK CREATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 9416 BY REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 9416; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
Director. Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2467, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF AN ADDITIONAL SUM OF MONEY NOT TO
EXCEED THREE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS (93,500.00) TO BEN M. HOGAN
COMPANY AS ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION FOR LABOR, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS UTILIZED IN THE
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AUTHORIZED UNDER RESOLUTION NO. 2391 OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTIiER PURPOSES;
(Re: Straightening and paving a portion of East 15th Street);
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which resolutioniwas read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2468, entitled:
A RESOLUTION REAPPOINTING MRS. D. D. TERRY TO.THE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES;
REAPPOINTING MRS. GRADY MILLER TO THE LITTLE ROCK AUDITORIUM COMMISSION; APPOINTING
MEMBERS TO THE CENSOR BOARD; AND APPOINTING MISS JAN NEWBY, MR. STEVE STEPHENS AND
MRS. BETTY FOWLER TO UNEXPIRED TERMS ON THE CITY BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs. Dixon - total 1. '
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,0189 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ABOLISHING THE ANIMAL SHELTER COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK CREATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 9416 BY REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 9416; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
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lwhich ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
�lBoard of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members
of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director
Griffin, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director
'Griffin moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and
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final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous
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vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more
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,than two- thirds of the members -of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was
then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,'
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Mrs.,Dixon - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Mayor Knoop then extended Greetings for the Holiday Season and New Year to
each and all.
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�IBoard of Directors adjourned at 8:45 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, January 4, III
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January 4, 1960 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and
Langford - total 5; Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Langford, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2469, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT TO
PURCHASE AND TO SIGN A QUITCLAIM DEED REGARDING CERTAIN PROPERTY OWNED BY THE CITY
NOW USED AS THE DOG POUND PROPERTY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Sale of property at 28th and Geyer Streets to Raymond Karcher, Trustee);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2470, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES PREPARED
AND SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY BRUCE ANDERSON, REGISTERED, LICENSED
ARCHITECT, FOR A FIRE STATION TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF ROOSEVELT
ROAD AND HOWARD STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE SAID FIRE STATION; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property in Livestock Show Area purchased from Housing Authority of Little Rock);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2471, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS AND
EQUIPMENT FOR THE YEAR 1960 FOR THE USE BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK IN ADDITION TO
THOSE AWARDED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2464, ADOPTED DECEMBER 21, 1959; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Asphalt and Recapping of Tires);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Winburn, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Griffin - total 1.
There being a group of colored residents and property owners in the 700 Block
of Harrington Street on the East Side of the City of Little Rock being present to
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(January 4, 1960 - Cont'd.
o j�`jrequest some action by the Board of Directors regarding their purchase of drainage pipe
City would install drainage pipe where property owners purchased the pipe, and acting
on this advice, these property owners had purchased the pipe with the idea of doing
their part toward improving drainage conditions in this area; and that since the ditch
had been dug deeper and the pipe not installed, there had been some cave -in along their
)through
an apparent misunderstanding that the City would install the pipe in a large
jdrainage
ditch on Harrington Street; Mayor Knoop then extended the courtesy of the
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(requested
to spokesmen from this delegation. Lindsey Abraham of 709 Harrington Street,
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claimed that an unidentified employee of the City of Little Rock had stated that the
City would install drainage pipe where property owners purchased the pipe, and acting
on this advice, these property owners had purchased the pipe with the idea of doing
their part toward improving drainage conditions in this area; and that since the ditch
had been dug deeper and the pipe not installed, there had been some cave -in along their
effect had been forwarded to the Superintendent of the School Board on the matter by
Mr. Ancil Douthit, Assistant City Manager. Upon question by Director Langford as to
the possibility of an improvement district by the property owners, and by Director
Winburn as to an over -all study of surface drainage problems in the City, Mr. Dauley
stated that the City had plans underway at this time for an over -all surface survey
and to let a contract in the near future to correct the flooding on East Sixth Street
from the $300,000 allocated from the Bond Funds for storm drainage, but that this
amount would only solve about two or three per cent of the drainage problems in the
(City. Mr. Dauley further stated that the Urban Renewal Project for this area by the
Housing Authority of Little Rock, would provide federal funds for some of the drainage
problems on the East side of the City later in 1960, such as storm sewers, etc. After
further discussion on the matter, Mayor Knoop requested Mr. Dauley and Mr. Carter to
meet with a committee from this delegation of residents on Harrington Street for a
(possible solution to their present problem regarding the laying of the delivered drain-
Le pipe and to report the results to the Board of Directors with their recommendation.
line with no access to their property in some instances. Mayor Knoop then
1property
City Manager Dean Dauley to explain the policy of the City in installing
(requested
drainage pipe on private property. Mr. Dauley stated that the City did not lay pipe
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for drainage except under driveways as a matter of policy, and this particular area
presented engineering problems due to present sewer and gas lines which would have to
be lowered and at least two storm inlets constructed, also curbs and gutters. Mr.
Dauley further stated that to install this pipe for these property owners would
establish a precedent as there were numerous other requests for the same service. Mr.
Jan Carter, Director of Public Works said he had two such requests pending at this time
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for installation of drainage pipe at 27th and Main Streets, and 22nd and Brown Streets
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by property owners who had offered to purchase the necessary pipe. Mayor Knoop sug-
gested that the City proceed with the laying of the drainage pipe under the six drive -
IIways in this block on Harrington Street since the pipe had been previously purchased
land delivered, which would be approximately 120 feet in the block, thereby giving the
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access to their property over this ditch; and that the City either purchase
`residents
(the surplus pipe or assist the purchasers to obtain a refund for the remaining pipe.
Jeffrey Hawkins, another spokesman for the delegation of property owners presented other
'drainage problems in the area on East 6th Street, namely the Missouri Pacific Railroad
Underpass, and a low area on Calhoun Street; and inquired if some of the proceeds from
the 1958 Capital Improvements Bond Funds could not be used for correcting some of these
drainage problems on the East side of the City which had been promised when the Bond
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{Issue was approved. Mr. Dauley announced that the drainage in the area of Sixth and
Calhoun Streets had been undertaken by the Public Works Department and a letter to that
effect had been forwarded to the Superintendent of the School Board on the matter by
Mr. Ancil Douthit, Assistant City Manager. Upon question by Director Langford as to
the possibility of an improvement district by the property owners, and by Director
Winburn as to an over -all study of surface drainage problems in the City, Mr. Dauley
stated that the City had plans underway at this time for an over -all surface survey
and to let a contract in the near future to correct the flooding on East Sixth Street
from the $300,000 allocated from the Bond Funds for storm drainage, but that this
amount would only solve about two or three per cent of the drainage problems in the
(City. Mr. Dauley further stated that the Urban Renewal Project for this area by the
Housing Authority of Little Rock, would provide federal funds for some of the drainage
problems on the East side of the City later in 1960, such as storm sewers, etc. After
further discussion on the matter, Mayor Knoop requested Mr. Dauley and Mr. Carter to
meet with a committee from this delegation of residents on Harrington Street for a
(possible solution to their present problem regarding the laying of the delivered drain-
Le pipe and to report the results to the Board of Directors with their recommendation.
January 4, 1960 - Cont'd.
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There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Winburn, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:25 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, January 18, 1960 at 7:30
o'clock P.M.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
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APPROVED:.
Ma o .
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
January 189 1960 - 7:30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Langford -
total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn, and Griffin - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Mr. Ned Johnson, a Deacon of Antioch
Baptist Church, who was introduced by Director Langford.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting of January 4, 1960 was
dispensed with and said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Langford, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
The following Zoning Petitions were then present:
Petition from Mrs. E. N. Casey for reclassification of property at the
Southeast corner of Watt Street and Highway No. 10, described as Fractional portion of
Lots 7 and 8, South of Highway No. 10, and Lots 9 and 10, Block 149 Bellevue Addition;
from the present "A "'One- family District to that of "F" Commercial,District property;
Petition from Mrs. Lena Taylor Moses for reclassification of property at
316 East 6th Street, described as the West 15 feet of the East 120 feet of Lot 7 and
the West 15 feet of the East 120 feet of the South 10 feet of Lot 8, Block 40, Original
City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "F"
Commercial District property;
Petition from Joe Watson for reclassification of property at the Northwest
corner of Sherman and 27th Streets, described as Lots 7 and 8, Block 4, Petifer's
January 1$, 1960 - Cont'd.
i Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District
to that of "F" Commercial District property;
Petition from Henry Meirose for reclassification of property at the Northeast
corner of University Avenue and "C" Street, (See Legal Description on Petition); from
the present "B" Residence District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional
District property; and
Petition from M. W. Kaye for reclassification of property at 3123 Main Street,
described as being Lot 79 Block 1; and 3115 Louisiana Street, being Lot 229 Block 2;
and 3216 Louisiana Street, being Lot 11, Block 3, all in Robinson Addition to the City
of Little Rock; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - family
District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning
Commission Approves" signed by Julius Breckling, Jr.; and filed in connection there-
with was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission with report on action
as taken by the Planning Commission on approving said Petitions. Director Langford
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(moved, that the report of the Planning Commission be adopted and said Petitions be
granted. This motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance
No. 11,019).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,019, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
i ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
LAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time.; and by unanimous vote of the members present,
being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules
were suspended and the ordinance read the second time. Director Blankenship moved,
that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading,
liwhich motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by unanimous vote of the
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imembers of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two -
Ilthirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read
the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the
Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
Mayor Knoop then acknowledged the presence of Mr. Knox Banner, who recently
resigned as Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock to
accept a position with the Urban Renewal Program in Washington, D.C.; and Mr.Banner
was given a standing ovation by the members of the Board of Directors for his excellent
record in his work with the Housing Authority as Executive Director. Mr. Banner
expressed his appreciation to the members of the Board of Directors for their coopera-
tion in matters relating to the Housing Authority, and his regret on leaving Little
Rock. He then introduced Mr. Dowell Naylor, Jr., his successor as Executive Director
of the Housing Authority of Little Rock.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,020, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, OF CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN THE NW4j NE4 OF SECTION 2, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH
January 18, 1960 - Cont'd.
RANGE 13 WEST; PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Jenny Lane Subdivision and Oakcliff Subdivision);
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which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection therewith was a communica-
tion from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that the description of the
proposed area to be annexed had been checked by their staff and was satisfactory, and
recommending the annexation of this territory as outlined in the ordinance; together
with Copy of Pulaski County Court Order dated November 30, 1959, with Attached Plat.
Director Langford moved, that the rules be suspended and the ordinance be placed on
second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present, being five in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time,
and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
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being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and
Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,0215 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL SUM OF MONEY FROM THE 1958.BOND
CONSTRUCTION FUNDS TO PROJECT 23, PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,921;
TRANSFERRING UNENCUMBERED BALANCES FROM PROJECTS 149 17, 217 25 AND 31 TO PROJECTS
169 235 32 AND 36, PREVIOUSLY ASSIGNED BY ORDINANCE NOS. 1099219 1099549 AND 10,991;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Allotments to Various Projects under the $4,950,000 1958 Various Purpose General
Obligation Capital Improvements Bond Issue);
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed on
third and final reading. This motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in
number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said
ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye-.and No vote taken upon
the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes.- Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 11,021 was read, and
was adopted by the following vote: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; N6es - none; Absent'- Directors Winburn and'
'
Griffin - total 2.
January 18, 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,022, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 4802 OF CHAPTER 48, PART X OF ORDINANCE NO.
7888, SAME BEING KNOWN AS THE LITTLE ROCK BUILDING CODE, BY PROVIDING THAT THE TRAFFIC �I
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III ENGINEER OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK SHALL DETERMINE THE ROUTE TO BE USED BY THE iI
LICENSED HOUSE MOVER APPLYING FOR PERMISSION TO MOVE A BUILDING OVER OR ALONG ANY
STREET OR STREETS WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER
li.
PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the
�I members.of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Blankenship, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second
ii time. Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs.Dixon, moved that the rules
again be suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion
II was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
lfive in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
' elect. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote
taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes-
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5;
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INoes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said
I ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,023, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR INSPECTION FEES TO DEFRAY THE COST OF MEAT
INSPECTIONS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; REPEALING ORDINANCES NOS. 7525,
9125, 104229 85289 8790, 10063 AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
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present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors- elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than
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two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
�I Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
The emergency section, being Section 8 of Ordinance No. 11,023 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call vote: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mr. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
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There was then presented the Annual
Audit Report of the Little Rock
Municipal II
Airport
for
the year ending December 31, 1959.
Upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon,
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seconded
by
Director Hewitt, said Report was
received and filed by unanimous
viva voce
vote of
the
members of the Board of Directors
present, and the City Manager
requested
to have
the
Airport Commission mail a copy to
each Director.
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January 18 1960 - Contd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2472, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AN INSTRUMENT
GRANTING THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS A RIGHT OF ENTRY TO STUDY IMPROVEMENTS ON THE SOUTH
BANK OF THE ARKANSAS RIVER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Revetment on the South Bank of the Arkansas River, adjacent to and in the Park
Area of Rebsamen Park);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2473, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2469 RELATING TO THE SALE OF CITY OWNED
PROPERTY TO RAYMOND A. KARCHER, TRUSTEE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Certain Provisions in Quitclaim Deed for Sale of property at 28th and Geyer
Streets, site of present Dog Pound);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor
Knoop,
and Langford
- total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin -
total
2.
Hewitt,
There was then presented Resolution No. 2474, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF AND PRESCRIBING THE PROCEDURE FOR
ACQUISITION OF RIGHT -OF -WAY ON CANTRELL ROAD WITH BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS; AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Options to purchase; Repealing Resolutions No. 2406 and 2425, Right -of -Way Fund,
Project #2);
which resolution was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon,
seconded
by
Director
Hewitt, was
adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes -
Directors
Hewitt,
Mrs.
Dixon,
Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5;
Noes
- none;
Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2475, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE MILK & DAIRY DEPARTMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENT OF
THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of 2 Cars for bilk & Dairy Department; and 17 Cars for Police Departmen
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2476, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF THE CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Pre -cast Concrete Bridge for Street Department; and Sign Post materials and Paint
for Traffic Engineer);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
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January 18, 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2477, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF ONE (1) GRAND
PIANO FOR USE IN THE DUNBAR RECREATION CENTER TO GERALD NEAL PIANO SALES FOR A PURCHASE((
PRICE OF SIXTEEN HUNDRED NINETY NINE AND 501100 DOLLARS ($1699.50); PROVIDING THAT THE
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SAID MONEYS SHALL BE PAID FROM THE,PARK & AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND, PROJECT 36;
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AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE
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NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon,Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2478, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF W. C. McDONALD TO REPLACE EVERETT
TUCKER AS THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL BOARD'S REPRESENTATIVE ON THE LITTLE ROCK PLANNING
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(COMMISSION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
resolution was'read in full. Filed in connection therewith was a communication
iwhich
from Terrell E. Powell, Superintendent of Schools, stating that Mr. Everett Tucker had
'resigned as the Little Rock School District's representative on the Little Rock Plan-
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ning Commission, and that at the December 17, 1959, regular meeting of the School Board,
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Mr. W. C. McDonald was appointed as Mr. Tucker's successor to represent the School
'Board on the Planning Commission, subject to the approval of the Board of Directors of
the City of Little Rock. Upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
ILangford,,said resolution was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none;
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Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2479, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF HOUSTON J. BURFORD AS A MEMBER OF TH
(BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS;
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liwhich
resolution was read in full. Filed in connection therewith was a communication,
with resolution as adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the Little Rock Municipal
Water Works, re- appointing Houston J. Burford to the Board of Commissioners for a term
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of six years, effective October 1, 1959 and expiring October 31, 1967, subject to the
approval of the Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock. Upon motion.of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, said resolution was adopted by the follow-
ing roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and
'Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors
Ijadjourned
at 8:40 - 61clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, February 1, 1960 at 7:30 o'clock
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'ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk. Ma
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little mock, Arkansas,
February 1, 1960 - 7:30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, and Langford -
total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and
said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director
Hewitt, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented a Petition from Arkansas Foundry Company, represent-
ing themselves to be the owner of certain properties located on both sides of Thomas
Street and South of East Sixth Street in the City of Little Rock, requesting authority
to erect a steel bridge across Thomas Street for the purpose of transporting steel and
other allied products to and from various locations in its plant. Said bridge would be
approximately Fifty -two feet in length, running in an easterly and westerly direction
over and across Thomas Street, of all steel construction supported by steel girders
56.6 feet apart and Three feet in depth, and not to be less than twenty feet above the
existing pavement of Thomas Street, wholly outside of and off the right of way of
Thomas Street. Mr. Austin McCaskill, Attorney for the Company then stated that this
proposed construction had the approval of the City Engineer and Traffic Engineer of
the City of Little Rock. Director Langford moved, that said Petition be granted, which
motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No. 11,024).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,024, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE ARKANSAS FOUNDRY COMPANY TO ERECT AND MAINTAIN
,
A STEEL BRIDGE RUNNING IN AN EASTERLY AND WESTERLY DIRECTION OVER AND ACROSS THOMAS
STREET, DECLARING AN EMERGENCY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded
by Director Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being five in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,,being five in numbell
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance
was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
I
Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 11,024 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
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February 1, 1960 - Cont'd.
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Griffin - total 2. it
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,025, entitled:
jl AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING AN ADDITIONAL ONE THOUSAND AND N01100 DOLLARS
I� ($19000.00) TO A FUND CREATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 10,939 FOR THE PAYMENT OF MEDICAL, II
HOSPITAL, NURSING AND SURGICAL EXPENSES OF KATHERINE LUMPKIN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
II (Re: Original appropriation of $2,000, with $1,000 only being appropriated in 1959;
See Minutes May 18, 1959);
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lwhich ordinance was read the first time. Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the rules be ,
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors I�
present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director I,
I� Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
�IIShall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
IIIDixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
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��Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed
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I In connection with the passage of Ordinance No. 11,025, Director Langford
%'before voting "Aye" stated that he was not convinced of the City's liability for paymen
I'for these injuries, but would vote "Aye" for passage of the ordinance. It was agreed
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j by members of the Board of Directors that in approving the total payment of $2,000 in
111959 for these medical expenses incurred after burns were received by the said Katherin
,Lumpkin from a smudge pot placed in a street by the City of Little Rock, that this was
Ia Moral and not Legal Obligation.
III There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING PROJECT NUMBERS 37 AND 38 IN ADDITION TO THE PROJECTS
PREVIOUSLY CREATED BY ORDINANCES NO. 1099219 109954, AND 10,991, SAID PROJECTS TO BE,
RESPECTIVELY, WESTROCK - RIGHT OF WAY UNDER RIGHT OF WAY FUND AND REMODELING CITY HALL
iUNDER PUBLIC BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION FUND; APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING MONEYS TO
PROJECTS CREATED IN THIS AND THE ABOVE NUMBERED ORDINANCES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the
rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded
by Director Blankenship. The City Manager then questioned the amount as set out under
(,Project 37, Westrock - Right of Way and stated that this was in error. After discussion
on the matter,-Director Langford withdrew,his"original'motion and made a substitute
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)motion, that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at the
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JJlnext regular meeting of the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by Director
I�Lankenship, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
'(Directors present.
II There was then presented the Annual Report of Fraternal Cemetery for the year
1`11959, and a copy furnished each Director. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Hewitt, said report was received and filed by unanimous viva voce vote of
Il!the members of the Board of Directors present.
February 1, 1960 - Contd.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report of the Oakland Cemetery
Commission for the year ending October 31, 1959, and a Copy to each Director. Upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, said Report was received and
filed by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented the Quarterly Report of the Joseph T. Robinson
Memorial Auditorium for the period-ending December 31, 1959. Director Langford moved,
that said Report be received and filed, copies having been previously forwarded to
each Director. This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous
viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 117026, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION, USE, OCCUPANCY AND MAINTENANCE OF
AN OVERHEAD STRUCTURE ACROSS THE ALLEY INTERSECTING BLOCK 83, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK, ARKANSAS, CONNECTING THE BANKING HOUSE OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK IN LITTLE ROCK,
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WITH AN OFFICE BUILDING CONSTRUCTED UPON LOTS 4, 59 6 AND A PART
OF LOT 31 BLOCK 83, ORIGINAL CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
(Re: Access between Main Lobby of First National Bank and Lobby Extension on ground
floor of Tower Building located on the Northeast corner of Fourth and Center Streets,
to be constructed across alley running north and south between Louisiana and Center
Streets and Third and Fourth Streets);
which ordinance was read the first time, and filed therewith was a copy of plans and
details of the proposed overhead bridge. Mr. Finley Vinson, Vice - President of First
National Bank in Little Rock, stated that these plans had been submitted and had been
approved by the Traffic Engineer and City Engineer; and that this approval by the Board
of Directors of Little Rock was necessary before contracts could be let for constructio
of the access walk -way. Director Hewitt moved, that the rules be suspended and the
ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Blankenship,,
and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
five in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. ,
Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of
the Board of Directors present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors- elect, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the thir
and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance
Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and
Griffin - total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 11,026 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
Mr. Vinson then expressed his gratitude to the Board of Directors and praised
very highly the excellent manner in which the Chief of Police and his officers appre-
hended a would -be robber in the lobby of the First National Bank on the morning of
February 1, 1960. Mr. Vinson stated that the situation was handled so quietly and
efficiently that very few of the approximately fifty customers realized that anything
unusual had happened.
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February 1. 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented a Petition from Phillip Back for reclassification of
property on the Northwest corner of University Avenue and "H" Street, described as the
Southeast Quarter of Block 16, Pleasant Hill's Addition to the City of Little Rock;
from the present "D" Apartment District to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institu-
tional District property. Said Petition carried the following Report: "The Little
Rock Planning Commission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Adminis-
trator, and filed in connection therewith was a communication with report on action as
taken by the Planning Commission on January 7, 1960. Director Blankenship moved, that
the report of the Planning Commission be adopted and said Petition be granted, which
motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See proposed Ordinance below).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
i1ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 51+20 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
LAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Northwest corner of University Avenue and "H" Street);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that the proposed
;ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at the next regular meeting of
the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by Director Langford, and adopted by
lunanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
{I There was then presented Resolution No. 2480, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
(AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF THE CITY
!OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Backhoe Attachment and Typewriter for Street Department; and Reflectorized Paint
for the Traffic Engineer);
111which resolution was'read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
' iDirectors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2481, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
ijAND MATERIALS FOR USE IN AND BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT, CIVIL DEFENSE DEPARTMENT, CIVIL
SERVICE DEPARTMENT, CLINIC, POLICE DEPARTMENT, AND SANITATION DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Fire Hose and Bunker Suits and Helmets for Fire Department; and - Typewriters for
various other departments);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2482, entitled: .
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EMPLOYMENT OF REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS TO AID THE
CITY IN THE MATTER OF THE ACQUISITION OF RIGHT -OF -WAY FOR PUBLIC STREETS-IN THE CITY
jiOF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
11which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
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February 1, 1960 - Cont'd.
Director Hewitt; was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, !
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 5; Noes - none, Absent -
Directors Winburn and Griffin - total 2.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 8:25 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, February 15, 1960 at 7:30
o'clock P.M.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
City Clerk. fa
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 15, 1960 - 7 :30 P.M.
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The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G.. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Blankenship, and Langford - total 3;
Absent - Directors Winburn, Mrs. Dixon and Griffin - total 3.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
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ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Rev. Jack C. Ruffin, Minister of the
Second Presbyterian Church of Little Rock, who was introduced by Director Langford.
Mayor Knoop then announced that due to there only being a quorum of four of
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the members of the Board of Directors present, and it being necessary that two - thirds
of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, at least five members be present in
order that the rules could be suspended for the second or third readings of an ordinance
for passage at one meeting of the Board, there should be no motions made for suspension
of the rules for a second or third reading of any ordinance presented at this meeting.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting held February 11 1960 were
dispensed with and said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors
,present.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Property at Northwest corner of University Avenue and "H" Street Petitioned for I
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rezoning from "D" Apartment to that of "E -1" Quiet Business and Institutional District
property by Phillip Back, and Petition granted February 1, 1960);
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which proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
February 1, 1960 and placed on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
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seconded by Director Langford, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for
third and final reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, by
junanimous vote of the members present.
The following Zoning Petitions were then presented:
Petition -.from Scott Sash and Door Company, Inc., and Little Rock Furniture
Manufacturing Company, by Walls Trimble, Attorney for Petitioners; for reclassification
of property bounded by East 3rd Street, John Avenue, Bond Avenue, and East 4th Street,
described as all of Block 1 except Lots 5, 6, and 7, Garland's Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas, from the present "C" Two- family District to that of "I" Light
iIndustrial District property;
Petition from the Little Rock Special School District, by William L. Terry,
Attorney for Petitioners; for reclassification of property bounded on the North by
West 11th Street, on the South by West 12th Street, on the West by High Street, and on
the East by Victory Street, described as all of Block 406, Lincoln's Addition to the
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City of Little Rock, Arkansas; and the North 81 feet of the South 166 feet, the South
85 feet, and North 134 feet, all in Block 350, Original City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F" Commercial District property;
and
Petition from Rev. L. M. Knowles for reclassification of property at 524 East
24th Street, 604, 606, 610 and 614 East 24th Street, being Lots 11, 12, 131 14, Block
35, Bragg's Second Addition, and Lot 9, Block 5, Fulk's Subdivision, of Little Rock,
Arkansas; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - family District
property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
mission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator, and filed
therewith was a communication with report on action as taken by the Planning Commission
approving said Petitions. Director Langford moved, seconded by Director Blankenship,
that the report of the Planning Commission be adopted and said Petitions be granted,
which motion was adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present. (See proposed Ordinance below).
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5'420 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Hewitt, said proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for
Isecond reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, by unanimous vote
lof the members present.
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I! There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING PROJECT NUMBERS 37 AND 38 IN ADDITION TO THE PROJECTS
(PREVIOUSLY CREATED BY ORDINANCES NO. 10,921, 10,954, AND 10,991, SAID PROJECTS TO BE
February 15, 1960 - Cont'd.
RESPECTIVELY, WESTROCK - RIGHT OF WAY UNDER RIGHT OF WAY FUND AND REMODELING CITY HALL
UNDER PUBLIC BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION FUND; APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING MONEYS TO
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that
PROJECTS CREATED IN THIS AND THE ABOVE NUMBERED ORDINANCES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous
ordinance of similar title which was read the first time on February 1, 1960 and placed
meeting of the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and
on the calendar. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, the
proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar for the second reading at the next regular
meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous vote of the members present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 96009 SAME BEING AN ORDINANCE
ADOPTING A FIRE PREVENTION CODE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; REENACTING PARTS
GRANT THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY THE RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT,
OF ORDINANCES NO. 10,836 AND 10,888; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Hewitt, was placed on the calendar for second reading at the next
(Re: Area of Third and Collins Streets needed for Right -of -Way in connection with
regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous vote of the members present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2205 OF CHAPTER 229 PART V, AND SECTION 2507
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OF CHAPTER 259 PART VI, AND SECTION 2510 OF CHAPTER 25, PART VI, ALL OF ORDINANCE
NO. 7888, BEING THE LITTLE ROCK BUILDING CODE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that the
for second reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous
proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at the next regular
meeting of the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 11,011, SAME BEING THE BUDGET
ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE YEAR 1960, BY PROVIDING FOR
WAY FOR WEST MARKHAM STREET AS REFLECTED BY THE PLATS OF MIDLAND HILLS ADDITION TO THE
AN INCREASED REVENUE IN THE BUDGET AND FOR ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURES; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Additional Policemen; Pension Plan for Non - uniform Employees; Engineering Survey
for the Port Authority; Refunds on Plumbers Cash Bonds);
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which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that
the proposed ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at the next regular
meeting of the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board present.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCES NO. 5321, 5322 AND 6713, WHICH ORDINANCES
GRANT THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY THE RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT,
OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN SPUR TRACTS THEREIN IDENTIFIED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Area of Third and Collins Streets needed for Right -of -Way in connection with
construction of Third Bridge and Expressway connecting Little Rock and North Little Rock
which proposed ordinance was read the first time] and upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Blankenship, the proposed ordinance was placed on the calendar
for second reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors by unanimous
vote of the members present.
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There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AFFIRMING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEDICATION OF STREET RIGHT -OF-
WAY FOR WEST MARKHAM STREET AS REFLECTED BY THE PLATS OF MIDLAND HILLS ADDITION TO THE
February 15, 1960 - Cont'd.
(CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF PULASKI
IjCOUNTY, ARKANSAS, AT PAGES 132 AND 150, PLAT BOOK NUMBER 1; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY;
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which proposed ordinance was read the first time. The City Attorney stated that the
records did not reveal passage of a previous ordinance accepting this dedication by the
City at the time of annexation of this area; and this ordinance was proposed as a
formality. Director Hewitt moved, that the proposed ordinance be placed on the calenda
for second reading at the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors, which motion
was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of
the Board present.
There was-then presented the Comparative Statement of Income Account Report,
together with Number of Customers by Classification and Statement of Cash Receipts and
Disbursements for the month of December, 1959, in compliance with Trust Indenture dated
August 1, 1956, Section 709, copies of which had been forwarded to each Director. Upon
motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Report was received
1and filed by unanimous vote of the members present.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2483, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF ONE HUNDRED EIGHTY ONE AND 25/100
DOLLARS ($181.25) FROM THE PERSONAL PROPERTY DAMAGE REVOLVING FUND CREATED BY ORDINANCE
NO. 10,938 PAYABLE TO SWIFT & COMPANY OIL MILL AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT-FOR
DAMAGES TO THEIR AUTOMOBILE ARISING OUT OF A COLLISION WITH A VEHICLE OWNED BY THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, WHICH OCCURRED ON THE 14TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1959, ON
14TH STREET BETWEEN MAIN AND LOUISIANA STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANT FOR THE SAID
AMOUNT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
'Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, and Griffin - total 3.
' There was then presented Resolution No. 2484, entitled:
Ij A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS ON RESTROOMS AND A PAV
AT BOYLE PARK, CALLING FOR BIDS THEREON; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent — Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, and Griffin - total 3.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2485, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE INSPECTIONS DEPARTMENT, FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND ZOO OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of Cars - 2 for Inspections Department and 1 for Fire Department; and
1 Pickup Truck for Zoo);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, and Langford - total 3.
February 15. 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2486, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT AND THE TRAFFIC ENGINEER OF THE CITY
OF LITTLE ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: 2 Dump Trucks and 2 Street Sweepers,
2 Pickup Trucks for Traffic Engineer);
1 Motor Grader for Street Department; and
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, and Langford - total 3.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2487, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF A CERTAIN SUM OF
MONEY PAYABLE FROM STREET CONSTRUCTION FUND, PROJECT 85 TO WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC
SUPPLY COMPANY FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT TO BE USED BY THE TRAFFIC
ENGINEER; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Purchase of 300 Bracket Arms and Poles);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, and Langford - total 3.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2488, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF LOT 11, BLOCK 4, PLUNKETTS ADDITION
TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FROM C. W. CRAIG AND ADDIE M. CRAIG, FOR A TOTAL
CONSIDERATION OF ONE THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED AND N01100 DOLLARS ($19300.00); AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Right -of -Way of Eighth Street Expressway);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Blankenship, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 4; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, and Griffin - total 3.
Mayor Knoop and members of the Board of Directors present, then extended a
standing ovation to City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp, for the proficient handling of
matters pertaining to the approval by the County Judge of Pulaski County of an annex-
ation of approximately 17.8 square miles to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, being
a portion of the proposed 22.2 square miles approved by the electorate in the November,
1959 election for annexation.
Mr. Ancil Douthit, Assistant City Manager,then announced that the new Fire
Station at Ninth and Sherman Streets was completed and the Company assigned to the
Station was moving equipment in for occupancy as of this date. Plans were being readie,
for holding open house on Sunday Afternoon, February 21, 1960 in order to give the
general public an opportunity to inspect the new and modern Station which would replace
the present Station at 12th and Commerce Streets, and the former one at 707 East Capito
Avenue which property was sold due to it being in the path of Right -of -Way needed for
the Third Bridge Expressway.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Langford, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors
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February 15. 1960 - Cont'd.
adjourned at 8:30 o'clock P.M. to meet again at the regular meeting on March 7, 1960
at 7 :30 o'clock P.M.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Mayo
Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 18, 1960 - 4:00 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in Special
Session upon call by the Mayor with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk
Pauline G. Beeson, and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, and Griffin - total 4; Absent - Directors Winburn and Langford - total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The communication from Mayor Knoop addressed to each member of the Board of
Directors was then presented, stating the purpose of this Meeting as follows:
" February 17, 1960
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The respective members of the Board of Directors of the City
of Little Rock are hereby notified of a special meeting of the
said Board called for 4:00 P.M., Thursday, February 18, 1960,
to be held in the Board of Directors' Chamber at the City Hall.
The purpose of this meeting will be to consider and act upon
the matter of rezoning of the following described real property
situated in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, from C -2 Family
District to F Commercial District;
All of Block 406, LINCOLN'S ADDITION to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; AND
The North 81 feet of the South 166 feet, the South 85 feet
and the North 134 feet, all in Block 350, Original City of
Little Rock, Arkansas.
Very truly yours,
Werner C. Knoop,
Mayor."
Said communication carried an acknowledgment of each Director as having been
received on February 17, 1960 within the time required for call of Special Meetings of
the Board, and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
was received and filed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,027, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTY IN BLOCK 350, ORIGINAL CITY OF
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS AND BLOCK 406, LINCOLN ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5420, AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Property at Eleventh and High Streets owned by the Little Rock School District
optioned for sale to Kroger Company; See Petition for rezoning Granted February 15,1960
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being five in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote
of the members of the present, being five in number and more than two - thirds of the
members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance read the third and
last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass,
the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin
and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors Winburn and Langford -
total 2. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 11,027 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent - Directors
Winburn and Langford - total 2.
There being no further business to come before the meeting, upon motion of
Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors adjourned
at 4:10 o'clock P.M. to meet again at the regular meeting on March 7, 1960 at 7:30
o'clock P.M.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
February 23, 1960 - 3:00 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in Special
Session upon call by the Mayor with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk
Pauline G. Beeson and the following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn,
Blankenship, and Griffin - total 4; Absent - Directors Mrs. Dixon and Langford -
total 2.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The communication from Mayor Knoop addressed to each member of the Board of
Directors was then presented, stating the purpose of this Meeting as follows:
"February 22, 1960
The purpose of this meeting will be to consider and act upon the
following:
1. Awarding bids for paving University Avenue between Cantrell
Road and Asher Avenue.
2. Awarding contracts for the construction of a fire station to be
located on West Roosevelt Road, which property was purchased
from the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock and is
described as Lot 39 of Replat No. 1, Adams Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
3. An Ordinance amending the Building Code.
Very truly yours,
Werner C. Knoop"
Said communication carried the acknowledgment of the Directors as having been received
j on February 22, 196Q,within the time required for call of Special Meetings of the
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Board of Directors, with the exception of Directors Mrs. Dixon and Langford, who were
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;reported out of the City at the time the Notice was delivered. Upon motion of Director
(Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, the communication was received and filed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2489, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.,
IOF PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS, FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF- UNIVERSITY AVENUE BETWEEN
iICANTRELL ROAD AND ASHER AVENUE, WHICH BID IS IN THE AMOUNT OF FIVE HUNDRED SIXTEEN
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THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED TWENTY THREE AND 78 /100 DOLLARS (8516,323.78); AUTHORIZING
B AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE
SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., OF PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS, FOR SAID IMPROVEMENTS;
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF SAID BID PRICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
!Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
� k irectors Mrs. Dixon and Langford - total 2.
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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The respective members of the Board of Directors of the City of
Little Rock, are hereby notified of a special meeting of the said
Board called for 3:00 P.M., Tuesday, February 23, 1960, to be
held in the Board of Directors' Chamber at the City Hall.
The purpose of this meeting will be to consider and act upon the
following:
1. Awarding bids for paving University Avenue between Cantrell
Road and Asher Avenue.
2. Awarding contracts for the construction of a fire station to be
located on West Roosevelt Road, which property was purchased
from the Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock and is
described as Lot 39 of Replat No. 1, Adams Addition to the
City of Little Rock, Arkansas.
3. An Ordinance amending the Building Code.
Very truly yours,
Werner C. Knoop"
Said communication carried the acknowledgment of the Directors as having been received
j on February 22, 196Q,within the time required for call of Special Meetings of the
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Board of Directors, with the exception of Directors Mrs. Dixon and Langford, who were
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;reported out of the City at the time the Notice was delivered. Upon motion of Director
(Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, the communication was received and filed.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2489, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.,
IOF PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS, FOR THE WIDENING AND PAVING OF- UNIVERSITY AVENUE BETWEEN
iICANTRELL ROAD AND ASHER AVENUE, WHICH BID IS IN THE AMOUNT OF FIVE HUNDRED SIXTEEN
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THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED TWENTY THREE AND 78 /100 DOLLARS (8516,323.78); AUTHORIZING
B AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE
SOUTHEAST CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., OF PINE BLUFF, ARKANSAS, FOR SAID IMPROVEMENTS;
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF SAID BID PRICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
!Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin, and Mayor Knoop - total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
� k irectors Mrs. Dixon and Langford - total 2.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2490, entitled:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND COST ESTIMATES PREPARED
AND SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BY BRUCE ANDERSON FOR A FIRE STATION TO BE
CONSTRUCTED ON WEST ROOSEVELT ROAD ON CITY PROPERTY DESCRIBED AS LOT 39 OF REPLAT
NO. 1, ADAMS ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK; ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF E. E.
ARMBRUST IN THE AMOUNT OF FIFTY THREE THOUSAND SIX HUNDRED TWENTY SEVEN AND N01100
DOLLARS ($539627.00) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SAID FIRE STATION; AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH E. E.
ARMBRUST FOR SAID CONSTRUCTION; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF SAID
CONSTRUCTION PRICE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Station in Livestock Show Area on land purchased from Housing Authority of
Little Rock):
Upon request of Mayor Knoop, Mr. Bruce Anderson, Architect for the Fire Station
reviewed the plans and specifications, with various alternates outlined as follows:
$19300.00 - Omit Air Conditioning
$ 500.00 - Omit Masonry Fence
$ 100.00 - Use Steel Windows instead of Aluminum '
$ 250.00 - Use Acoustical Tile instead of Plaster
Mr. Anderson recommended that if at all possible under the amount allotted under the
1958 Various Purpose Capital Improvements Bond Funds for the construction of new Fire
Stations, the $1,300.00 for Air Conditioning be included; the use of acoustical tile
for ceiling instead of plaster, and if it was necessary to lower cost of construction
further, to omit the masonry fence which was only ornamental. He also called to the
attention of the Board of Directors that these plans provided only for a Spring -type
door with chain instead of an electric door as used in the new Fire Station at Ninth
and Sherman Streets, and which was preferred by the Chief of the Fire Department for
this Station also. The installation of the electric door would call for an additional
cost of approximately $500.00. After discussion on the various alternate specificat
and the statement from the City Manager that there would be a balance of approximately
$2,000.00 remaining in the amount originally allotted for construction of the Station
at Ninth and Sherman Streets after completion, it was agreed to approve the Base Bid ,
as proposed and that work change orders on these items could be decided upon and made
at a later date. The Resolution was then read in full approving and accepting the low
Base Bid of E. E. Armbrust in the amount of $53,627.00; and upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin and Mayor Knoop - total 5;
Noes - none; Absent - Directors Mrs. Dixon and Langford - total 2.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2491, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ISSUE A PERMIT FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING BY THE FEDERAL
STREETS IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AND WAIVING
CODE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; AND
which resolution was read in full; and upon mo
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following
Winburn, Blankenship, Griffin and Mayor Knoop
Directors Mrs. Dixon and Langford - total 2.
RESERVE BANK AT 3RD AND LOUISIANA
THE EXIT REQUIREMENTS OF THE BUILDING
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Lion of Director Winburn, seconded by
roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
- total 5; Noes - none; Absent -
There being no further business to come before the meeting, upon motion of
Director Griffin, seconded by Director Hewitt, the Board of Directors adjourned at
February 23, 1960 - Cont'd.
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3:30 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, March 7, 1960 at 7:30 o'clock P.M.
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session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
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lfollowing Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, and
Langford- total 5; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Blankenship.
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The minutes of the previous meeting on February 15, 1960, and Special Meetingsll'
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held on February 18, and February 23, 1960 were dispensed with and said minutes
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approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
There was presented a Petition from W. P. Wilson, Jr., representing himself
to be the owner of Lots 4, 5 and 6 of Block 3, and Lots 11, 12 and 13 of Block 2 of
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Fulk's Subdivision of Blocks 14, 15 and 16, Rapley Estate in the City of Little Rock,
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Pulaski County, Arkansas, abutting upon a portion of Cumberland Street; asking the
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City to release, close, vacate and abandon the following described portion of Cumberland;
Street, to -wit:
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Fulk's Subdivision of Blocks 14, 15 and 16, Rapley
Estate, now in the City of Little Rock, Pulaski County,
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Arkansas; thence East for a distance of 60 feet to the
Southwest corner of Lot 6, Block 3 of said subdivision;
thence North along the West line of said Block 3 to the
point where said line intersects an arc, having a radius
of 50 feet; extending from a point 52 feet South and 30
feet West of the Northwest corner of Lot 3 of said Block
3; thence Westerly along said arc to the East line of
Lot 13 of said Block 2; thence South along the East line
of said Block 2 to the point of beginning.
Attached and filed therewith was a photostatic copy of the Plat of Fulk's Subdivision
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of Blocks 14, 15 and 16, Rapley Estate, with Certificate of the Circuit Clerk and
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Recorder of Pulaski County, Arkansas, to the effect that it is a true and correct copy
of same as recorded in his office in Deed Book 29 at Page 434. Director Mrs. Dixon
moved, that the Petition be received for Public Hearing on March 21, 1960, which motion
was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2492).
.There was then presented Resolution No. 2492, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING DATE FOR THE HEARING ON A PETITION TO RELEASE, CLOSE,
VACATE AND ABANDON A PORTION OF CUMBERLAND STREET IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded
by Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented a Petition from Real Properties, Inc., by C. V.
Barnes, Agent, representing themselves to be the owners of all property abutting upon
a portion of "B" Street in the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; asking the City to vacate
and close portions of "B" Street lying between University Avenue and McKinley Street.
(Park Plaza Shopping Center; See legal description on Petition). Attached thereto was
a Plat of the Business Area of Henry Meirose Addition, with Certificate from the Beach
Abstract and Guaranty Company. Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director
Blankenship, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present,
said Petition was received and filed for public hearing on March 21, 1960. (See
Resolution No. 2493)•
There was then presented Resolution No. 2493, entitled:
A RESOLUTION FIXING A DATE, TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE
ROPOSAL OF REAL PROPERTIES, INC., TRUSTEE, TO CLOSE, VACATE AND ABANDON A CERTAIN
ORTION OF B STREET HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED, LOCATED IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS; PROVIDING
OR PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF SAID PUBLIC HEARING; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,028, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
RKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. x+20 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
ND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
Re: Petitions Granted February 15, 1960 for reclassification of property for-Scott
ash & Door Company, Inc., bounded by East 3rd, John Avenue, Bond Avenue, and East 4th
treet; and 524, 606,6045 610, and 614 East 24th Street for Rev. L. M. Knowles);
hich ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for an ordinance read
'the first time on February 15, 1960; to delete property between 11th and 12th on High
Street petitioned for rezoning by the Little Rock Special School District, which prop-
erty was approved for rezoning by Ordinance No. 11,027 passed at a Special Meeting of
lithe Board of Directors on February 18, 1960. Director Langford moved, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
(Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
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Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
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more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
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Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
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ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
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Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
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Dixon Blankenshi p, Griffin , Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
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Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,029, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Petition from Phillip Back for reclassification of property at the Northwest
Corner of University Avenue and "H" Street, granted February 1, 1960).
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Said ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,030, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
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ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5+20 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Area on Lincoln Avenue in vicinity of Missouri Pacific Hospital);
which ordinance was read the first time. Filed therewith was a communication with
!Report on Approved Zoning Study by the Little Rock Planning Commission with sketch of
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the area attached noting the various proposed zone classifications. Director
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Blankenship moved, that the report of the Planning Commission be adopted and the rules
be suspended for the ordinance to be placed on second reading. This motion was seconded)
1by Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors- elect. Said ordinance
was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
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Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
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(Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,031, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 1 OF ORDINANCE NO. 9600, SAME BEING AN
ORDINANCE ADOPTING A FIRE PREVENTION CODE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
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ARTICLE 12 AND SECTION 12.05 OF ARTICLE 12 OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE; AND FOR
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OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Adopting 1956 National Fire Prevention Code; Providing for wholesale storage
and sale Fireworks within the City Limits);
which ordinance was read the first time, having been substituted for a previous
ordinance of similar title which was read the first time on February 15, 1960 and
placed on the calendar; to include a provision for the wholesale storage and,sale of
Fireworks within the City Limits. Director Langford moved, that the rules be suspended
and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director
Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Said ordinance was read the second time; and by unanimous vote of
the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two -
thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Mrs.
Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and the ordinance
read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall
the Ordinance Pass, with the following result: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,032, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE CREATING PROJECT NUMBERS 37 AND 38 IN ADDITION TO THE PROJECTS
PREVIOUSLY CREATED BY ORDINANCES NO. 10,921, 10,95+, AND 1099919 SAID PROJECTS TO BE
RESPECTIVELY, WESTROCK -RIGHT OF.WAY UNDER RIGHT OF WAY FUND AND REMODELING CITY HALL
UNDER PUBLIC BUILDINGS CONSTRUCTION FUND; APPROPRIATING AND TRANSFERRING MONEYS TO
PROJECTS CREATED IN THIS AND THE ABOVE NUMBERED ORDINANCES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was on second reading. Director Griffin moved that the ordinance be
amended on second reading to delete the appropriation of $283,959.00 to Project 1,
Eighth Street Expressway, and appropriate money for this project at a later date after
it was definitely determined the amount that could be allotted to this Project. This
motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by the following roll call: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Said ordinance was then read
the second time as amended; and upon motion of Director Blankenship, seconded by
Director Hewitt, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present
being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors -
elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the third and last time, and
the Aye,and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 6 of Ordinance No. 11,032 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,0339 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2205 OF CHAPTER 229 PART V, AND SECTION 2507 OF
CHAPTER 25, PART VI, AND SECTION 2510 OF CHAPTER 25, PART VI, ALL OF ORDINANCE NO. 788E
(BEING THE LITTLE ROCK BUILDING CODE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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I which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on February
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1155 1960 and placed on the calendar. Director Hewitt, moved that the rules be sus-
' pended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded
by Director Blankenship, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
bias follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
There was again presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 119011, SAME BEING THE BUDGET
ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE YEAR 19609 BY PROVIDING FOR
AN INCREASED REVENUE IN THE BUDGET AND FOR ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURES; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
' (Re: Additional Policemen; Pension Plan for Non- uniform Employees; Engineering Survey
for Port Authority; Refunds on Plumbers Cash Bonds);
�jwhich proposed ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on
February 15, 1960 and placed on the calendar. Director Langford moved, that the pro-
posed ordinance again be placed on the calendar for third and final reading at the next
regular meeting of the Board of Directors. This motion was seconded by Director
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Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Director
(present.
There was then presented an application from C. A. Hughes, Foreman 1 of the
Street Department, requesting disability retirement salary under the provisions of
10rdinance No. 10,873, Section 8. Filed with the application were supporting communica-
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said application was ,approved by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No.
j11,o34).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,034, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 23 I (1) a, 23 I (2) a, 23 I (4), 23 I (5),
i123 I (6)9 28 A (1) a, 28 A (6), 28 A (7)9 28 A (8) AND 28 A (9) OF ORDINANCE NO. 119011
(SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE YEAR 1960
IIBY PROVIDING FOR AN INCREASE IN SALARY OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE ZOO AND FOR THE DISABILIT
RETIREMENT OF A FOREMAN 1 IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
!by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, moved that the rules again be sus- I!
pended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded I
tions from Jan Carter,
Director of
Public Works, Dr.
Mason
G. Lawson, City Health
(Director,
Dr. Howard M.
Armstrong,
personal Physician; and
Certification from Coy
jAdams, Civil Service Director
for
the City of Little
Rock,
giving total time of employ-
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Iment as Sixteen Years,
Two Months
and One Day, which
would
entitle Mr. Hughes to
Sixteen Months and Five
Days disability salary under
provisions
of Ordinance No. 10.873
at the rate of $255.00
per month,
effective March 7,
1960
to March 13, 1961. Upon moti
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said application was ,approved by
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See Ordinance No.
j11,o34).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,034, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 23 I (1) a, 23 I (2) a, 23 I (4), 23 I (5),
i123 I (6)9 28 A (1) a, 28 A (6), 28 A (7)9 28 A (8) AND 28 A (9) OF ORDINANCE NO. 119011
(SAME BEING THE BUDGET ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE YEAR 1960
IIBY PROVIDING FOR AN INCREASE IN SALARY OF THE DIRECTOR OF THE ZOO AND FOR THE DISABILIT
RETIREMENT OF A FOREMAN 1 IN THE STREET DEPARTMENT; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
!by Director Mrs. Dixon, and by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, moved that the rules again be sus- I!
pended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded I
March 7. 1960 - Contd.
by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and '
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result
being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor
Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 11,034 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,035, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AFFIRMING THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE DEDICATION OF STREET RIGHT -OF-
WAY FOR WEST MARKHAM STREET AS REFLECTED BY THE PLATS OF MIDLAND HILLS ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, RECORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF PULASKI COUNTY(
ARKANSAS, AT PAGES 132 AND 150, PLAT BOOK NUMBER 1; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR ,
OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on.February
15, 1960 and placed on the calendar. Director Blankenship mw ed, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on third and final reading, which motion was seconded
by Director Griffin, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and
the Aye and No vote taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being
as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 11,035 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, '
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,036, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCES NO. 5321, 5322 AND 67139 WHICH ORDINANCES
GRANT THE CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY THE RIGHT TO CONSTRUCT,
(OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN SPUR TRACTS THEREIN IDENTIFIED; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
l6e: Right -of -Way for Third Bridge-Expressway in area of Third and Collins Streets);
Lich ordinance was read the second time, having been read the first time on February
59 1960 and placed on the calendar. Director Hewitt, seconded by.Director Blankenship,
oved that the rules be suspended and ordinance placed on third and final reading,
Lich motion was adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
resent, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
irectors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and
o vote taken upon the question, Shall the-Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: '
yes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
otal 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance
as declared passed.
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March 7, 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,037, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY, A MISSOURI
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CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND /OR ASSIGNS, TO CONSTRUCT A SPUR TRACK ACROSS EAST
`II• FOURTH STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
I; (To connect the Scott Sash & Door Company, Inc. facilities with Missouri Pacific
III Railroad, between John and Bond Streets);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Blankenship moved, that the rules
be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading. This motion was seconded by
Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote
of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than
two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director
Blankenship, seconded by Director Langford, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question
' Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a proposed Ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE GRANTING A RIGHT OF WAY OVER AND ALONG CERTAIN STREETS AND ALLEYS
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 609, signed by Gene Babrick, Commissioner, stating that Harold Duncan and
Walter P. Lamb, Commissioners of the said Improvement District had moved out of the
('!District and resigned; and requesting and recommending the appointment of Douglas E.
Eagle, as a Commissioner to succeed Harold Duncan, and Lester Mamaker, as a Commissi
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to succeed Walter P. Lamb. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Hewitt, said Report was received and filed, and appointments as requested approved, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 11,038).
IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, TO CHICAGO, ROCK ISLAND AND PACIFIC RAILROAD
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COMPANY, AND PRESCRIBING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH GRANT;
(Re: Renewal of Previous Grant expiring in March, 1960; Right -of -Way across East
(Section of City of Little Rock);
(which proposed ordinance was read the first time. Director Hewitt moved, that the rule
be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
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Director Mrs. Dixon. Mayor Knoop then brought up the question of the annual fee to be
paid by Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company under provisions in the
proposed ordinance and recommended a comparison be made with that paid by the Missouri
Pacific Railroad Company for their Right -of -Way. Director Hewitt withdrew his original
motion to suspend the rules for second reading of the proposed ordinance, and made a
substitute motion that the ordinance be placed on the calendar for second reading at
the next regular meeting of the Board of Directors. The substitute motion was seconded
!by Director Langford, and adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
IlMrs.
Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
'Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Mayor Knoop then requested the City Manager to
compare the amount of the Annual Fee in the proposed ordinance to that paid by the
Missouri Pacific Railroad Company under their Grant.
There was then presented a Report of Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 609, signed by Gene Babrick, Commissioner, stating that Harold Duncan and
Walter P. Lamb, Commissioners of the said Improvement District had moved out of the
('!District and resigned; and requesting and recommending the appointment of Douglas E.
Eagle, as a Commissioner to succeed Harold Duncan, and Lester Mamaker, as a Commissi
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to succeed Walter P. Lamb. Upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director
Hewitt, said Report was received and filed, and appointments as requested approved, by
unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. (See
Ordinance No. 11,038).
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March 7, 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,038, entitled: �I
AN ORDINANCE TO FILL THE VACANCIES ON THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF STREET
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 609 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, CAUSED BY THE RESIGNATIONS OF
MR. HAROLD DUNCAN AND MR. WALTER P. LAMB;
which ordinance was read the first time; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded
by Director Blankenship, by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of
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Directors - elect, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Blankenship moved, that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance placed
on third and final reading, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted
by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordi- II .
nance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared '
passed.
There.was then presented a Report of Commissioners of Street Improvement
District No. 591, stating that Mr. Dale Minor, a former Commissioner had moved from
the District leaving a vacancy on the Board of Commissioners; and recommending and
requesting the appointment of James M. Griffin as a Commissioner to succeed Mr. Minor.
Upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, said Report was
approved, received and filed by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors
present. (See Ordinance No. 11,039)•
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,039, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE TO FILL THE VACANCY ON THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF STREET
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT NO. 591 OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, CAUSED BY THE RESIGNATION OF
MR. DALE MINOR;
which ordinance was read the first time; and by unanimous vote of the members of the
Board of Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the
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members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Hewitt, the rules were suspended and the ordinance read the second time.
Director Hewitt, moved that the rules again be suspended and the ordinance be placed
on third and final reading. This motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, and
adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six
in number and more than two- thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect.
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Said ordinance was then read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken
upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes -
Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was
declared passed.
There was then presented the Comparative Report of Income Account of the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works; together with Number of Customers by Classification
and Statement of Cash Receipts and Disbursements for the month of January, 1960. Upon
motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Blankenship, said Report was
received and filed, by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present. 1I
March 7. 1960 - Cont'd.
There was then presented the Annual Audit Report for the Little Rock Municipal
III Water Works for the year ending December, 1959• Upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Hewitt, said report was received and filed by unanimous vote of
Il the members of the Board of Directors present.
�I There was then presented the Annual Report of the Civil Service Commission
j for the year 1959, which report, upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
Director Griffin, was received and filed by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
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of Directors present.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,040, entitled:
III AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE NO. 10,9089 SAME BEING: "AN
ORDINANCE REQUIRING OPERATORS OF STATIONARY BOILERS AND /OR REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS TO BE
LICENSED; CREATING A BOARD OF EXAMINERS TO EXAMINE APPLICANTS FOR SUCH LICENSE; FIXING
THE LICENSE FEE THEREFOR; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES." BY PROVIDING
TERMS OF OFFICE FOR SUCCESSORS TO THE BOARD OF EXAMINERS CREATED THEREIN; REAPPOINTING
CECIL MOSELEY TO THE BOARD OF EXAMINERS FOR 'STATIONARY BOILERS AND REFRIGERATION
' !�!I SYSTEMS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Hewitt moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
iIJ Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being six in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being six in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes -
none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared
III'�passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 11,040 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon,
IlBlankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent -
IDirector Winburn - total 1.
Ili There was then presented Resolution No. 2494, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
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IAND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE STREET DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
IAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
II(Re: Purchase of Asphalt Dryer and Feeder);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Griffin, seconded by
lDirector Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
iII There was then presented Resolution No. 2495, entitled:
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l A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT, REPAIR DEPARTMENT, SANITATION DEPART -
I`` MENT AND PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT (GOLF COURSES) OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK;
j AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
March 7. 1960 - Cont'd.
(Re: Generator and Gasoline Storage Tanks for Police Department; Garbage Trucks for
Sanitation; Five Gang Mower for Parks & Recreation Department); ,
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2496, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE,OF THREE (3), FORTY
TWO FOOT (421), SEVEN (7) ROW, BLEACHERS FOR USE IN AND BY BARTON PLAYGROUND AND WAR
MEMORIAL PARK TO ALL STATE SUPPLY COMPANY FOR A PURCHASE PRICE OF TWO THOUSAND SIX
HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX AND 68/100 DOLLARS ($2,686.68); PROVIDING THAT THE SAID MONEYS SHALLI
BE PAID FROM THE PARK & AIRPORT CONSTRUCTION FUND, PROJECT 31; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECT-
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ING THE CITY MANAGER AND DIRECTOR OF FINANCE TO EXECUTE THE NECESSARY WARRANTS THEREFOR.i
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, '
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2497, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING AND ADOPTING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE
PROPOSED MEADOWCLIFF FIRE STATION; REJECTING PRIOR BIDS ON SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICA-
TIONS; AUTHORIZING THE ADVERTISING FOR NEW BIDS THEREON; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Director Mrs. Dixon moved, that the resolution be
adopted, which motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and said resolution was adopted
by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, .
Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total
1.
There was presented Resolution No. 2498, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CERTAIN EXPENDITURES FOR THE REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT
OF THE LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL DIAMOND AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Project 26, Parks & Airport Construction Fund; under 1958 General Obligation
Capital Improvements Bond Issue);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2499, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE RUNWAY STUDY FOR ADAMS FIELD, LITTLE ROCK,ARKANSAS,
PREPARED BY M. T. BOND, ENGINEER, WHICH STUDY HAS PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROVED BY THE
LITTLE ROCK PLANNING COMMISSION ON FEBRUARY 18, 1960; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full. Filed in connection therewith was a Copy of the
y Study as prepared by M. T. Bond, Engineer; and a communication from the Little
Planning Commission Staff, stating that they had recommended and approved the
ion of this Study in order to satisfy present and future needs of the Little Rock
ipal Airport and to provide a framework for orderly expansion of Airport facilities.
motion of Director Griffin, seconded by Director Langford, said resolution was �N,
motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, the proposed
Resolution was declared tabled for further study.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2500, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING UNIVERSITY AVENUE BETWEEN ASHER AVENUE AND CANTRELL
(ROAD IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AS A CONTROLLED ACCESS STREET; ACCEPTING FROM PULASKI
COUNTY, ARKANSAS, JURISDICTION AND CONTROL OVER CERTAIN RIGHT -OF -WAY OF SAID STREET;
1111iIAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
(Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
jlAbsent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2501, entitled:
' I A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS PREPARED BY STOWERS AND
BOYCE, ARCHITECTS, FOR A DOG POUND BUILDING TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR THE
SAID CONSTRUCTION PURSUANT TO SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
March 7. 1960 - Cont'd.
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adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn
total 1.
There was then presented a proposed Resolution, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT TO THE ARKANSAS COMMEMORATIVE COMMISSION
FOR THE COSTS OF CONSTRUCTING AN INCINERATOR; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Right -of -Way in construction of La Harpe Boulevard on River Front Drive);
which resolution was read in full. Filed therewith was a communication from Mr. Mark
G. Garver, who had served as Consulting Engineer for the City of Little Rock during
the acquisition of property and development of the River Front Area for La Harpe
Boulevard, in which he recommended payment to the Arkansas Commemorative Commission of
approximately $300 for out -of- pocket costs for the relocation and construction of an
iincinerator
to replace the one formerly located on fenced -in property occupied by the
old State Capitol on West Markham Street which was needed for Right -of -Way in the
construction of La Harpe Boulevard. Mr. Garver stated that the former incinerator was
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built in 1953 on land which was believed to be a part of the Old State House property;
and that prior to a determination by the Court that the incinerator stood on public
right -of -way, the City agreed to pay the costs of relocation, but that any appropriation
for same had been withheld due to the relocation and construction being in violation of
the Fire Code, since this property is within the Downtown Fire Zone. A discussion was
held on the matter of the proposed payment and Director Mrs. Dixon recommended that
before denying the previous request to the former Mayor and City Council by the Arkansas
Commemorative Commission for reimbursement of these costs, that a member or representa-
tive of that Commission be contacted to determine their reason for this claim. Director,)
Langford stated that since the incinerator which had been demolished was constructed
on public Right -of -Way, and that another one had not been constructed due to violation
of provisions of the Fire Code, he did not feel that the City was obligated for these
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costs; and moved, that the proposed Resolution be Tabled for further study. This
motion was seconded by Director Blankenship, and adopted by the following roll call:
Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford -
total 6; Noes - none; Absent - Director Winburn - total 1. Whereupon, the proposed
Resolution was declared tabled for further study.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2500, entitled:
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING UNIVERSITY AVENUE BETWEEN ASHER AVENUE AND CANTRELL
(ROAD IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK AS A CONTROLLED ACCESS STREET; ACCEPTING FROM PULASKI
COUNTY, ARKANSAS, JURISDICTION AND CONTROL OVER CERTAIN RIGHT -OF -WAY OF SAID STREET;
1111iIAND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
(Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
jlAbsent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2501, entitled:
' I A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS PREPARED BY STOWERS AND
BOYCE, ARCHITECTS, FOR A DOG POUND BUILDING TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ADVERTISE AND TAKE BIDS FOR THE
SAID CONSTRUCTION PURSUANT TO SAID PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
March 7. 1960 - Contd.
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent — Director Winburn - total 1.
There was then presented Resolution No. 25029 entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER
INTO AND EXECUTE AN ACQUISITION CONTRACT WITH WILLIAM B. PUTNAM FOR THE PURPOSE OF
ACQUIRING SUCH PROPERTY ALONG BOTH SIDES OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE AS MAY BE NECESSARY FOR
RIGHT -OF -WAY PURPOSES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and was adopted upon motion of Director Langford,
seconded by Director Hewitt, by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 6; Noes - none;
Absent - Director Winburn - total 1.
There being no further business presented or to come before the meeting, upon
motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by Director Langford, the Board of Directors
adjourned at 9:35 o'clock P.M. to meet again. at 7:30 o'clock P.M. on Monday, March 21,
1960.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
APPROVED:
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Board of Directors Chamber,
Little Rock, Arkansas,
March 219 1960 - 7 :30 P.M.
The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas met in regular
session with Mayor W. C. Knoop presiding, and City Clerk Pauline G. Beeson, and the
following Directors present: Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, and Langford - total 6; Absent - none.
There being a quorum present and it being so announced, the following pro-
ceedings were had:
The meeting was opened with a prayer by Director Mrs. Dixon.
The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting held on March 79 1960 was
dispensed with and said minutes approved, upon motion of Director Blankenship,
seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon, by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present.
There was again presented the Petition from W. P. Wilson, Jr., representing
himself to be the owner of all property abutting a portion of Cumberland Street pro-
posed to be closed, being Lots 4, 5 and 6 of Block 3 and Lots 11, 12 and 13 of Block
2 of Fulk's Subdivision of Blocks 14, 15 and 16, Rapley Estate, in the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; asking the City to release, close, vacate and abandon that portion of
March 21, 1960 - Contd.
Cumberland Street. (From North side of Veterans Administration Hospital approximately
125 feet North). Public Hearing had been set on said Petition for this date and time
j by Resolution No. 2492, adopted March 7, 1960; and filed therewith were waivers from
Little Rock Municipal Water Works, Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System, Southwestern
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Bell Telephone Company, and Arkansas Power and Light Company, Mr. Maurice Mitchell,
IIIAttorney representing Petitioner, stated that verbal approval had been given by the
Arkansas- Louisiana Gas Company with written waiver to be forwarded. Filed also was
the communication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving said closure as
presented on March 7, 1960; and attached to the Petition was a Consent to closing this
portion of Cumberland Street from the United States of America, signed by the Chief
Attorney, Regional Office, Veterans Administration. The City Clerk then stated that
it
notice had been duly published on March 11, 1960 and March 18, 1960 as required by law,
to the effect that public hearing would be held at this time and place and all persons
Ilinterested would be given an opportunity to be heard. Whereupon, all persons so
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(;desiring were heard on the Petition. Mrs. R. F. Olds of 2207 Cumberland Street then
II{presented a Protest Petition signed by several property owners in the area, requesting
the Little Rock Planning Commission to not replat the seven lots in Fulk's Subdivision
of Rapley's Division of Little Rock, or to close that portion of Cumberland Street
!extending 100 feet north of the north wall supporting the grounds of the Veterans
Administration Hospital for the purpose of building a court, thereby denying the
property owners that much of the street and creating a congested living condition as to
parking and housing, thus affecting the entrance to their property. Said protestants
further claimed that there is no alley in this block and that closing of this street
lwould create a fire hazard due to inability to provide easy access to this area. Mrs.
iHazel Bob Pearson, Mrs. Agnes Loewer, and Mr. J. W. Cudd, having signed the protest
i,Petition, also were heard, and requested that the street remain as it is at the present
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time, or that the City provide access to the area from Rock or Scott Street. Mr.
Maurice Mitchell, Attorney for the Petitioner, stated that in the proposed plans to
jreplat this area and close this portion of Cumberland Street, there would be an adequate
turn- around provided in the cul -de -sac at the end of this street, which statement was
lverified by Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator of the Little Rock Plan-
ping Commission. After discussion on the matter, Director Griffin recommended that a
(Committee be appointed to actually see and study the situation. Mayor Knoop then
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ppointed Director Griffin as Chairman, and Directors Blankenship and Mrs. Dixon as
Illembers of said Committee (Proposed Ordinance to close this portion of Cumberland
IIp treet not presented at this time).
There was again presented the Petition from Real Properties, Inc., signed by
II''I V. Barnes, Agent; representing themselves to be the owners of property abutting upon
)the portions of "B" Street proposed to be closed, and asking the City to close portions
f "B" Street lying between University Avenue and McKinley Street. (Park Plaza Area
lShopping Center). Public hearing on said Petition had been set for thie date and time
Idly Resolution No. 2493 adopted on March 7, 1960; and attached thereto was a Plat of
' Henry Meirose Addition with Certificate from the Beach Abstract and Guaranty Company.
Filed in connection therewith was a communication from the Little Rock Planning Commis-
Sion, stating that the Planning Commission on March 10, 1960 had considered the closing
pf these portions of "B" Street as described in the Petition, and had delayed action on
March 21, 1960 - Cont'd.
this proposal until more information could be submitted to them. The City Clerk then
stated that notice had been duly published on March 11, 1960 and March 18, 1960, to the
effect that public hearing would be held at this time and place and all persons wishing
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to appear would be heard. Whereupon, all persons so desiring were then heard. Mrs.
Josie Elder, speaking for various property owners in the area, protested the closing
of these portions of "B" Street, stating that by closing these portions of the street
if would do away with any convenient access to four lots in the area since the dedi-
cated Right -of -Way was not wide enough to turn vehicles around or to provide parking
on the street. Mr. C. V. Barnes, Agent representing Real Properties, Inc., Petitioners)
for the closing of the two portions of "B" Street, stated that the property owners
would be able to drive across the parking lot that was to be paved for the Park Plaza
Shopping Center, giving them access to University Avenue. Mr. John H. Haley, Attorney
representing Mr. A. M. Sullivan, Senior, and Mr. A. M. Sullivan, Jr., owners of the
lots in the block not included in the closing of this street, stated that Real Proper-
ties, Inc., had refused to give written assurance that access to these lots would
remain;,.and also questioned the legality of the closing of this street by the Petition-
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ers since it is and has been used by the public in the past five years. After general
discussion on the matter, the Board of Directors deferred action to allow the Attorneys
for and against the proposed closing time to confer and reach an agreement thereon.
(Proposed ordinance to close portions of "B" Street not presented at this time).
There was then presented a Petition from several property owners, representing
themselves to be owners of all the property abutting upon that portion of an alley
dividing Block Three (3) of Landreth & Cox Addition to the City of Little Rock, running
East and West between Peyton and Washington Streets, asking the City to vacate and
abandon that portion of the alley described as follows, to-wit-
Beginning at a point on the Northwest corner of Lot 7,
Block 3, Landreth & Cox Addition to the City of Little Rock,
thence East 150 feet to a point on the Northeast corner of
Lot 9, thence 15 feet North to a point on the Southeast corner
of Lot 4, thence West to a point on the Southwest corner of
Lot 6, thence South 15 feet to'the point of beginning, all in
Block 3, Landreth & Cox Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas.
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Attached to said Petition was a Certified Copy of that portion of the Plat of this
Addition as filed in the office of the Circuit Clerk; and the petitioners stated that
the part of the alley as described above has not been used by the public as a street
or alley for a period of twenty years, and right -of -way for ingress and egress is
reserved to the City of Little Rock, and public utilities for constructing or maintain-
ing services now or hereafter placed thereon. Upon motion of Director Langford, sec-
onded by Director Winburn, said Petition was received'for public hearing to be set by
the Board.of Directors, by unanimous vote of the members of the Board present. (See
Resolution No. 2503).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2503, entitled:
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK) ARKANSASI
SETTING THE DATE OF HEARING ON THE PETITION TO VACATE ALLEY IN BLOCK 31 LANDRETH AND
COX ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by '
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Director Hewitt, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
March 21. 1960 - Cont'd.
ii There was then presented a Petition from Metropolitan Trust Company, repre-
senting itself to be the owner of all of the property, lots, and lands abutting upon
I� or adjacent to that portion of "0" Street desired to be vacated and abandoned, asking
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ithe City to close that portion of said street described as follows, to -wit:
That portion of "0" Street extending from the East
line of Filmore Street Easterly to the West line of
Taylor Street, lying in the City of Little Rock,
Pulaski County, Arkansas.
II Attached to said Petition was a Copy of the plat showing that portion of "0" Street
proposed to be closed, together with Certificate from the Beach Abstract and Guaranty
Company; and Petitioners stated that this portion of said street was never opened or
used by the public as a street, road or thoroughfare and that no part thereof is
required or needed for corporate purposes. Filed in connection therewith was a com-
munication from the Little Rock Planning Commission approving the closing of this
portion of "0" Street between Taylor and Filmore Streets. Director Langford moved,
that the Petition be received for public hearing to be set by the Board of Directors.
ABANDON A PORTION OF "0" STREET, PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICES THEREOF
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
I! Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
'Inone; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,041, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS
HAND ALLEYS LOCATED IN WEST ROCK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
IHILLCREST PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND EAST PULASKI HEIGHTS
�iADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF
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THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE WEST ROCK AREA PROJECT, PROJECT ARK R -4; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(By Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas);
(which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection therewith was a communi-
cation from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that on September 5, 1958 the
Planning Commission adopted a resolution which provided for a new scheme of development
for the West Rock Urban Renewal Project; providing for the closing of the existing
streets and alleys. Director Langford moved, that the rules be suspended and the
ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
This motion was seconded by Director Hewitt, and adopted by unanimous vote of the
members of the Board of Directors present. (See Resolution No. 2504).
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2504, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION FIXING DATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON A PETITION TO VACATE AND
ABANDON A PORTION OF "0" STREET, PROVIDING FOR THE PUBLICATION OF NOTICES THEREOF
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AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by
I! Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
'Inone; Absent - none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,041, entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE VACATING, ABANDONING AND CLOSING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS
HAND ALLEYS LOCATED IN WEST ROCK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,
IHILLCREST PARK ADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, AND EAST PULASKI HEIGHTS
�iADDITION TO THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS,IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF
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THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN FOR THE WEST ROCK AREA PROJECT, PROJECT ARK R -4; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(By Housing Authority of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas);
(which ordinance was read the first time. Filed in connection therewith was a communi-
cation from the Little Rock Planning Commission stating that on September 5, 1958 the
Planning Commission adopted a resolution which provided for a new scheme of development
for the West Rock Urban Renewal Project; providing for the closing of the existing
streets and alleys. Director Langford moved, that the rules be suspended and the
ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
I'lelect.
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Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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(members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two -
thirds of the members the Board Directors Director
of of - elect, upon motion of
Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended and the
ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the question,
Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
March 21. 1960 - Cont'd.
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent- none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
There was then presented a Petition from Grace, Anna, Catherine, Charles and
George Eickhof, et al., by W. P. Hamilton, Jr., Attorney, for reclassification of
property on the Southwest corner of Barber Avenue and East Ninth Street, described as
Lots 1, 2, and 3 of Block 3, Masonic Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas;
from the present "C" Two- family District to that of "F" Commercial District property.
Said Petition carried the following Report:
Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr.
"The Little Rock Planning Commission
(Property proposed for sale by owners to
Esso Standard Oil Company). Mr. Franklin Loy, owner of property across Barber Street
from the property proposed for rezoning, was then extended the courtesy of the floor,
and protested the rezoning of these three lots to "F" Commercial District property.
Mr. Loy claimed this would be considered "Spot Zoning" and would devaluate his and
other property in the area unless it could all be zoned "F" Commercial District proper-
ty; and requested that an area study be made by the Planning Commission of this section
located on the East Side of the City, as formerly proposed under the East End General
Neighborhood Urban Renewal Plan by the Housing Authority of Little Rock and approved
by the Little Rock Planning Commission.. Mr. Loy further requested that the minutes be
read of the meeting of the Planning Commission on the date this property was approved
for rezoning to "F" Commercial District. Mrs. Hazel Bob Pearson, another property
owner was also heard in opposition to the proposed rezoning. Mr. W. P. Hamilton,
Attorney, representing Petitioners and Esso Standard Oil Company, stated that the
Esso Company had been delayed approximately two years in purchasing suitable Commercial
property on which to relocate one of their service stations in this area, waiting until
the proposed Area Survey on the East Side was completed, and that it had become neces-
sary to relocate immediately due to their present station being in the Right -of -Way
of the Third Bridge Expressway. Mr. Hamilton offered'to present plans and pictures of
the proposed construction of a new service station to be built at Ninth and Barber if
this property was rezoned to "F" Commercial District. It being determined by the
Board of Directors that this would require considerable time to present and due to the
length of the Agenda, it was agreed by the Directors and representatives for and
against the proposed rezoning of this property as described in the Petition, that actior
should be deferred until Tuesday, March 22, at 4 o'clock P.M. in the Board Chambers to
allow additional time for consideration. (Proposed ordinance to rezone this property
not presented at this time. See minutes of this meeting immediately before adjourn-
went).
The following Zoning Petitions were then presented:
Petition from B. L. Murphree for reclassification of property on the Northeast
corner of,Booker Street and West Capitol Avenue, described as Lot 7, Block 4, Boones
Addition; from the present "B" Residence District to that of "C" Two - family District
property]
Petition from J. B. McIlroy for E. R. and Mary E. Brantley, for reclassifica-
tion of property at 3204 and 3206 Fair Park Boulevard, described as the East 150 feet
of the North One -half of Block 2, Toska Leymer Addition, same being Lot "A ", Block 2,
Toska Leymer Addition to the City of Little Rock; from the present "B" Residence Dis-
truct to that of "F" Commercial District property;
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March 21, 1960 - Cont'd.
Petition from Little Rock Furniture Manufacturing Company, by W. R. Meeks, Jr.
Agent, for reclassification of property at 1500 -1502 -1504 East Second Street, described
as Lots 3, 4, and 5, Block A, Fletcher and Clark's Addition to the City of Little Rock,
Arkansas; from the present "C" Two- family and "F" Commercial District to that of "I"
Light Industrial District property;
Petition from Robert W. and Dona G. Hicks and Ernest E. McKissick, by Paul
Barnard, Attorney, for reclassification of property at 3619 West Roosevelt Road,
described as Lots 3, 4, and 5, Block 12, Dickinson Mill Addition to the City of Little
Rock, Arkansas; from the present "F" Commercial District to that of "I" Light Indus-
trial District property;
Petition from George and Helen Motley, Walter and Bernhard A. Weise, and
Dora Kindervater, by Lawrence B. Burrow, Jr., Attorney, for reclassification of propert .
described as an area lying on the East side of the Third Bridge Expressway (See
description on Petition), being that portion of Lots 3, 41 5, and 6, Block 22, Masonic
Addition to the City of Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - family District
to that of "F" Commercial District property; and
Petition from Scott Sash and Door Company, Inc., by Walls Trimble, Attorney,
for reclassification of property at 1519 -1523 East Third Street, and 1522 East Fourth
Street, described as Lots 5, 6, and 7, Block 1, Garland's Addition to the City of
Little Rock, Arkansas; from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "I" Light
Industrial District property.
Said Petitions carried the following report: "The Little Rock Planning Com-
mission Approves "; signed by Julius Breckling, Jr., and filed in connection therewith
was a communication with Report on action as taken by the Planning Commission approving
the above described Petitions, and also that for property at the Southwest corner of
Barber Avenue and East Ninth Street, by W. P. Hamilton, Jr., Attorney for Petitioners
and Esso Standard Oil Company as presented prior to these Petitions. Director Winburn
moved, that the report of the Little Rock Planning Commission be adopted and the above
described Petitions be granted. This motion was seconded by Director Langford, and
adopted by unanimous viva voce vote of the members of the Board of Directors present.
(See Ordinance No. 11,042).
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,042, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE RECLASSIFYING VARIOUS PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK,
ARKANSAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 51+20 AS AMENDED; THE LITTLE ROCK ZONING ORDINANCE
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Petitions as Granted Above);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Winburn moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the
Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unani-
mous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and
more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion of
Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by Director Hewitt, the rules were again suspended and
the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
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March 21, 1960 - Cont'd.
Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 1150439 entitled:
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AN ORDINANCE GRANTING AN EASEMENT TO THE MISSOURI PACIFIC RAILROAD, A
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MISSOURI CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND /OR ASSIGNS, TO CONSTRUCT A SPUR TRACT ACROSS
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EAST FOURTH STREET AND ALONG JOHN STREET OR LINE STREET; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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(Re: Scott Sash and Door Company and Missouri Pacific facilities);
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which ordinance was read the first time. Mr. Walls Trimble, Attorney for Scott Sash
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and Door Company, advised the members of the Board of Directors that this ordinance
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was prepared in cooperation with City Attorney Joseph C. Kemp, and carried the provisio
of an Easement for said Spur Track as requested by the City Attorney after the question`;
arose as to the dedicated width of the Right -of -Way on John Street being Fifty feet
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or Sixty feet; the City Attorney and Director of Public Works having claimed Sixty
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feet and Missouri Pacific Railroad Company claiming it to be Fifty feet, that would !i
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have placed the Spur Track on property owned by the Missouri Pacific Railroad Company. j
(See Ordinance No. 11,037 passed March'7, 1960). Director Hewitt moved, that the
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rules be suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was sec-
,
onded by Director Winburn, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board
of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two- thirds of the members of
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the Board,of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second.time; and by III
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number !I
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Langford, seconded by Director Blankenship, the rules were again suspended I)
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the Iii
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors (�
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; !II
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Noes - none; Absent - none.. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed. it
The emergency section, being Section 6 of Ordinance No. 11,043 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, l
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
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There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,044, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SEWER REVENUE BONDS OF THE CITY I,
OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSTRUCTING EXTENSIONS, BETTERMENTS AND
IMPROVEMENTS TO THE SEWER SYSTEM; PROVIDING FOR THE PAY14ENT OF THE PRINCIPAL OF AND
INTEREST ON THE BONDS; PRESCRIBING OTHER 14ATTERS PERTAINING THERETO; AND DECLARING AN
EMERGENCY;
which ordinance was read in full. Filed in connection herewith was a Statement from
E. L. Gaunt & Company, Certified Public Accountants, with computation of Gross �I
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Revenues, Operating Expense, Funded Retirement, and Debt Service in Compliance with
Section 18 of Ordinance No. 10,365, to the effect that an examination of Gross Revenues!
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derived from the operations of the Little Rock Sanitary Sewer System for the twelve (�!
and
month period ended February 29, 1960, had been made /in their opinion the present Sewer
Rate would permit the issuance of an additional $110,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds at an �I
.� effective interest rate of 4 1/2%. Mr. Frank Cox, Attorney for the Little Rock Sanitary
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Sewer System, then advised the Board of Directors that this ordinance carried the same
provisions for the issuance of an additional $110,000 Sewer - Revenue Bonds as set forth
in Ordinance No. 10,874 passed by the Board of Directors on December 1, 1958, after
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March 21, 1960 - Cont'd.
li the Sewer Committee had determined this amount would be needed in addition to the
illissuance of $4,334,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds dated December 1, 1956 as authorized by
Ordinance No. 10,365. Mr. Cox stated that the Sewer Committee had not sold the
additional $110,000 Sewer Revenue Bonds previously authorized by the Board of Directors
by Ordinance No. 10,874, and that this ordinance was necessary in order to change the
date of the Bonds. Director Langford moved
I g , that the rules be suspended and the
ii ordinance placed on second reading, which motion was seconded by Director Mrs. Dixon,
Ili and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being
liseven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors-
elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by unanimous vote of the
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members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number and more than two -
I� thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
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II question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows:- Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
' The emergency section, being Section 16 of Ordinance No. 11,044 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was then presented Ordinance No. 11,045, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 11,0119 SAME BEING THE BUDGET
ORDINANCE FOR THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, FOR THE YEAR 1960, BY PROVIDING FOR
AN INCREASED REVENUE IN THE BUDGET AND FOR ADDITIONAL EXPENDITURES; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Re: Additional Policemen; Pension Plan for Non- Uniform Employees; Engineering Survey
for Port Authority; Refunds on Plumbers Cash Bonds);
which ordinance was read the third and last time, having been read the first time on
February 15, 1960 and the second time on March 7, 1960, and placed on the calendar.
' I The Aye and No vote was then taken upon the question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the
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result being as follows: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship,
Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent_- none. Whereupon,
said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 3 of Ordinance No. 11,045 was read, and
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon,
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent -
none.
There was presented Ordinance No. 11,046, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE ACCEPTING THE LOW BID OF JOHN LEE MORTON FOR THE CONSTRUCTION
OF A DOG POUND TO BE ERECTED UPON CITY PROPERTY; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH JOHN LEE MORTON ACCORDING TO APPROVED PLANS
j AND SPECIFICATIONS; APPROPRIATING CERTAIN FUNDS; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY; AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES;
(Location of Sanitation Department Land -Fill and Garage in vicinity of 33rd and Arch);
which ordinance was read the first time. Director Langford moved, that the rules be
suspended and the ordinance placed on second reading. This motion was seconded by
II Director Mrs. Dixon, and adopted by unanimous vote of the members of the Board of
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March 21, 1960 - Cont'd.
Directors present, being seven in number and more than two - thirds of the members of
the Board of Directors - elect. Said ordinance was then read the second time; and by '
unanimous vote of the members of the Board of Directors present, being seven in number
and more than two - thirds of the members of the Board of Directors - elect, upon motion
of Director Blankenship, seconded by Director Winburn, the rules were again suspended
and the ordinance read the third and last time, and the Aye and No vote taken upon the
question, Shall the Ordinance Pass, the result being as follows: Ayes - Directors
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Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. Whereupon, said ordinance was declared passed.
The emergency section, being Section 4 of Ordinance No. 11,046 was read, and j
was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, III
Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - flll
none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 25059 entitled:
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION TO PROCEED WITH TRAFFIC SURVEY AND STUDY; '
TO PAY FUNDS FOR EARNEST MONEY UNDER SAID AGREEMENT; TO APPOINT REPRESENTATIVES TO A
STEERING COMMITTEE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; iI!
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Winburn, seconded by II
Director Langford, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
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There was then presented Resolution No. 2506, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF FOUR HUNDRED TWELVE AND 09/100
DOLLARS ($412.09) TO FRED U. ANDRES AND ONE HUNDRED FIFTY ONE AND 64/100 DOLLARS II
($151.64) TO DR. CHARLES FOWLER AS FULL COMPROMISE AND SETTLEMENT FOR DAMAGES TO
THEIR AUTOMOBILES ARISING OUT OF COLLISIONS WITH VEHICLES OWNED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE
ROCK; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded
by Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors I'
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Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2507, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO
AND EXECUTE AN ESCROW AGREEMENT WITH JAMES S. SCOTT AND BETTY LOU SCOTT, HIS WIFE;
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Widening and Paving of University Avenue);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Directors Langford, seconded by
Director Blankenship, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors
Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total
7; Noes - none; Absent - none. II
There was then presented Resolution No. 2508, entitled:
A RESOLUTION ASSESSING CHARGES AGAINST THE LITTLE ROCK MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS '
FOR SERVICES RENDERED AND TO BE RENDERED BY THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK TO SAID WATER WORKS 'II
DURING THE CALENDAR YEAR 1960; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Additional $150,000 payment);
March 21, 1960 - Cont'd.
which resolution was read in full. Filed in connection therewith was a Resolution as
adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the Little Rock Municipal Water Works on
February 23, 1960, as follows:
"BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of the
Little Rock Municipal Water Works that the Board pay
Two Hundred Fifty Thousand and no /100 Dollars ($250,000.00)
to the general fund of the City of Little Rock,Arkansas,
for the year 1960, if said payment is authorized by law
and by the terms of the trust indentures securing the 1936
and 1956 waterworks revenue bond issues."
Director Langford moved, that the resolution as read be adopted, which motion was
seconded by Director Griffin, and the resolution was adopted by the following roll
call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt, Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop,
and Langford - total 7; Noes - none; Absent - none. (Resolution of Little Rock
Municipal Water Works Commission received and filed).
There was then presented Resolution No. 2509, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXPENDITURE OF CERTAIN SUMS OF
MONEY FROM THE 1958 BOND CONSTRUCTION FUNDS WHICH SUMS HAVE PREVIOUSLY BEEN APPROPRI-
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2510, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
A QUITCLAIM DEED IN FAVOR OF THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION CONVEYING CERTAIN
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i LANDS TO SAID COMMISSION FOR USE AS RIGHT OF WAY FOR HIGHWAY PURPOSES ON, ACROSS OR
OVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF SAID PROPERTY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Oakland Cemetery Property adjoining property leased to Razorback Drive -in Theatre
((Rowley United Theatres) by Oakland Cemetery Commission);
Said resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
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IPirector Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2511, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
Ii AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIII(Re: Summer Uniforms for Police);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
linone; Absent - none.
In connection with the proposed recessing of this meeting until 4:00 o'clock
P.M. on Tuesday, March 22, 1960, to further consider the Petition as presented earlier
i in the meeting from the Eickhof Family, et al., as filed by W. P. Hamilton, Jr.,
lAttorney representing Petitioners, and Esso Standard Oil Company, proposed purchasers,
(for. reclassification of property on the Southwest corner of Barber Avenue and East
it
flNinth Street, from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F" Commercial
ATED
TO THE PARKS
& AIRPORT
CONSTRUCTION
FUND;
AND
FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
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I�(Re:
Lighting of
Ball Field
at MacArthur
Park;
and
Chain Link Fence for
Zoo);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Langford, seconded by
Director Mrs. Dixon, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7;
Noes - none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2510, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
A QUITCLAIM DEED IN FAVOR OF THE ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY COMMISSION CONVEYING CERTAIN
Vli
i LANDS TO SAID COMMISSION FOR USE AS RIGHT OF WAY FOR HIGHWAY PURPOSES ON, ACROSS OR
OVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF SAID PROPERTY; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
(Re: Oakland Cemetery Property adjoining property leased to Razorback Drive -in Theatre
((Rowley United Theatres) by Oakland Cemetery Commission);
Said resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Mrs. Dixon, seconded by
'I ;I
IPirector Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
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Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
none; Absent - none.
There was then presented Resolution No. 2511, entitled:
A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACTS ON BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT
AND MATERIALS FOR USE BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS;
Ii AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES;
IIII(Re: Summer Uniforms for Police);
which resolution was read in full; and upon motion of Director Hewitt, seconded by
Director Griffin, was adopted by the following roll call: Ayes - Directors Hewitt,
Winburn, Mrs. Dixon, Blankenship, Griffin, Mayor Knoop, and Langford - total 7; Noes -
linone; Absent - none.
In connection with the proposed recessing of this meeting until 4:00 o'clock
P.M. on Tuesday, March 22, 1960, to further consider the Petition as presented earlier
i in the meeting from the Eickhof Family, et al., as filed by W. P. Hamilton, Jr.,
lAttorney representing Petitioners, and Esso Standard Oil Company, proposed purchasers,
(for. reclassification of property on the Southwest corner of Barber Avenue and East
it
flNinth Street, from the present "C" Two - family District to that of "F" Commercial
March 21, 1960 - Contd.
District property, and which was verbally protested by Mr. Franklin Loy, property
owner in,the area; Director Langford moved, that the Board of Directors recess until
4:00 o'clock P.M., Tuesday, March 22,.1960, at which time the Board of Directors would
reconvene and consider such routine affairs of the "City as it desires. This motion
failed to, receive a second. After discussion on the matter of deferring further con -
sideratidn until the next - Agenda meeting, or the next regular meeting of the Board of
Directors on April 4, 1960, Director Winburn moved, that the Board of Directors adjour:
until the next regular meeting of the Board on April 4, 1960. This motion also failed
to receive a second. Due to the inability of some of the Board members to be present
on Tuesday, March 22, 1960, it was then agreed between members of the Board of
Directors, Mr. Hamilton and Mr. Loy, that the Petition would be reconsidered at this
time, with the Board hearing arguments for and against the Petition.
Mr. Hamilton was then extended.the courtesy of the floor and presented plans
and pictures of the type of construction of the proposed Esso Service Station on this
property, and again stated that it was urgent that commercial property be obtained in
this area,on which to relocate the station that is located on Right -of -Way for the
Third Bridge Expressway. Mayor Knoop then questioned Mr. Loy as to whether he pro
tested the proposed rezoning of this property as described in the Petition at the time
it was approved after public hearing by the Little Rock Planning Commission; and also,
if he maintained his home on the property he owned across the street from the property
petitioned for rezoning. Mr. Loy stated that he was out of the -City at the time the
Planning Commission held a public.hearing and approved the rezoning of the property on
the Southwest corner of Barber Avenue and East Ninth Street to "F" Commercial District
property, but that Mrs. Loy had attended the meeting and protested the rezoning unless
all of the property in the area was rezoned to "F" Commercial District. Mr. Loy stated
that he did not occupy the house at this time; and presented a Resolution as adopted
by the Planning Commission, and Resolution No. 2206 adopted by the Board of Directors
on June 16, 1958 approving the East End General Neighborhood Urban Renewal Plan by the
Housing Authority of Little Rock which would eliminate "Spot Zoning" in this Area. He
again requested that the minutes of the meeting of the Planning Commission held on
March 10, 1960 be read. Whereupon, Mr. Julius Breckling, Jr., Planning Administrator
proceeded to read the minutes of this meeting. Director Griffin recommended that the
Board of Directors request the staff of Metroplan, under their cooperative agreement
with the City of Little Rock, assist the Little Rock Planning Commission in making a
study of this area for proper zoning. Following discussion between the members of the
Board of Directors, Mr. Breckling, and Mr. De Noble, Planning Director, Director
Griffin moved, that this matter be re- referred to the Planning Commission, and that a
report with recommendation on proper zoning of an appropriate area in this section on
the East Side of the City be presented to the Board of Directors within forty -five days.
s motion was seconded by Director Winburn, and adopted by unanimous vote.of the
embers of the Board of Directors present.
There being no further business to be presented or to come before this meeting,
Board of Directors adjourned at 11:00 o'clock P.M. to meet again on Monday, April
, 1960 at 7630 o'clock.P.M.
APPROVED: p
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