LITTLE ROCK BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AUGUST 6 2019

little Hultonwalkden Community Committee 26th July 2004 Walkden Congregational
AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT THE THREE LITTLE PIGS DIRECTED
010O A DIRTY LITTLE IRISH KID IN THE MIDST

10 LITTLEKNOWN RARELY DISCUSSED HIGHLY EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION TECHNIQUES BY
17 MANAGING TOO LITTLE OR TOO MUCH WATER IRRIGATION
26 THOROUGHLY MODERN GRANNY I HAVE A LITTLE GRANNY

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Little Rock Board of Directors Meeting

August 6, 2019

6:00 PM

Little Rock Board of Directors Meeting

August 6, 2019

6:00 PM



The Board of Directors of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, met in a regular meeting with Mayor Frank Scott, Jr., presiding. City Clerk Susan Langley called the roll with the following Directors present: Hendrix; Richardson; Webb; Peck; Hines; Wright; Fortson (enrolled at 6:09 PM); Kumpuris; Adcock; Vice-Mayor Wyrick; and Mayor Scott. Directors Absent: Vice-Mayor Wyrick. Director Erma Hendrix delivered the invocation followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.



ADDITIONS:


M-1 RESOLUTION: To express the willingness of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to participate in a cost sharing agreement with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for improvements to Pine Street; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: A resolution to authorize the City Manager, or his designated representative, to execute agreements with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) for the construction of improvements to Pine Street.

Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to add Item M-1 to the Consent Agenda. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, Item M-1 was added to the Consent Agenda.


Director Hines asked that Item 9 be held separately.


Director Kumpuris made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, that the proposed ordinance that he introduced at the previous week’s Agenda Meeting regarding the establishment of Policy Meetings be added to that evening’s Agenda. By voice vote of the Board Members present, with Directors Hendrix and Richardson voting in opposition, the motion was approved and the resolution was added to the Agenda as Item M-2.


Director Richardson asked which copy of the proposed resolution was being considered – the one that was distributed at the previous week’s Agenda Meeting, or the one that was distributed by City Attorney Tom Carpenter at that evening’s meeting. Mayor Scott stated that the resolution that was approved for placement on that evening’s agenda was the same one distributed the previous week; however, after receiving input from several other Board Members, City Attorney Carpenter had drafted a proposed amended resolution. Director Adcock stated that the initial resolution that was distributed called for the establishment of a Policy Meeting at 4:00 PM the day of Board Meetings; however, the amended resolution set the time for the Policy Meeting at the conclusion of an Agenda Meeting until no later than 6:00 PM.





CONSENT AGENDA (Items 1 – 8 and Item M-1)


1. MOTION: To approve the minutes of the May 7, 2019, and May 21, 2019, Little Rock City Board of Directors Meetings; and the May 14, 2019, and May 28, 2019, Little Rock City Board of Directors Reconvened Meetings.


2. RESOLUTION NO. 15,031: To authorize the Mayor to accept for municipal purposes, Permanent Construction Easements, Right-of-Way Dedications and Fee Simple Acquisitions, and the City Manager to acquire Temporary Construction Easements as needed to complete the construction of the 2019 – 2021 Street and Drainage Capital Improvement Program; and for other purposes. (Funding from the 2012 3/8-Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax and the 2013 Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: Authorizes the Mayor to accept for municipal purposes, Permanent Construction Easements, Right-of-Way Dedications and Acquisitions, and the City Manager to acquire Temporary Construction Easements as needed to complete for the 2019 - 2021 Street and Drainage Improvement Program. (Located in all Wards)


3. RESOLUTION NO. 15,032: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Escamilla Excavating, LLC, in an amount not to exceed $126,858.00, for Brookside Drive Sidewalk Improvements; and for other purposes. (Funding from the 2012 3/8-Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax and the 2013 Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: Authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with Escamilla Excavating, LLC, for Brookside Drive Sidewalk Improvements, Project No. 16-4-SW-2, Bid No. 538. (Located in Ward 4)


4. RESOLUTION NO. 15,033: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Boyles Construction, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,504,187.14, for improvements to Kanis Road from Bowman Road to Autumn Road; and for other purposes. (Funding from the 2012 3/8-Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax and the 2013 Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: Authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with Boyles Construction, Inc., for improvements to Kanis Road from Bowman Road to Autumn Road, Project No. 13-B-5D-6A, Bid No. 547. (Located in Ward 6)


5. RESOLUTION NO. 15,034: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for Engineering Services with McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc., in an amount no to exceed $122,500.00, to provide Engineering Design and Survey Services for Markham Street, from Kavanaugh Boulevard to Pine Street; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: Authorizes the City Manager to execute an agreement with McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc., selected through a Statement of Qualifications process, Bid Number No. 18179, to provide Engineering Design and Survey Services for Markham Street Sidewalks from Kavanaugh Boulevard to Pine Street. (Located in Ward 3)


6. RESOLUTION NO. 15,035: To authorize the City Manager to approve an increase to the authorized contract amount for Pinnacle Consulting Management Group, in an amount not to exceed $400,000.00, for Appraisal and Acquisition Services for the 2019 – 2021 Street and Drainage Improvement Program; and for other purposes. (Funding from the 2012 3/8-Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax and the 2013 Limited Tax General Obligation Capital Improvement Bonds) Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: Authorizes an increase in the authorized contract amount with Pinnacle Consulting Management Group for the acquisition of easements for the 2019 - 2021 Infrastructure Improvement Program.


7. RESOLUTION NO. 15,036: To authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Township Builders, Inc., in the amount of $796,400.00, to complete ADA accessibility improvements at the Little Rock Zoo; and for other purposes. (A portion of the funding will be from the 2012 3/8-Cent Capital Improvement Sales Tax) Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: A resolution to authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with Township Builders, Inc., to resurface specified walking trails and complete ADA accessibility improvements at the Little Rock Zoo.


8. RESOLUTION NO. 15,037: To authorize the City Manager to approve an amendment to the contract with Friday, Eldredge & Clark, to provide Legal Counsel to represent the City of Little Rock before the Civil Service Commission; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: The City has a contract with Friday, Eldredge & Clark to provide Legal Counsel to represent the City before the Civil Service Commission. The contract states that in no event shall total remuneration exceed the sum of $45,000 per year unless the City and the Law Firm agree to an amendment to the contract. Due to an unexpected increase in Civil Service Commission appeals the Law Firm is requesting an amendment to the contract.


M-1 RESOLUTION NO. 15,038: To express the willingness of the City of Little Rock, Arkansas, to participate in a cost sharing agreement with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences for improvements to Pine Street; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.

Synopsis: A resolution to authorize the City Manager, or his designated representative, to execute agreements with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) for the construction of improvements to Pine Street.


Mayor Scott recognized University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Chancellor Cam Patterson to provide an update regarding the proposed Pine/Cedar Street Project. Chancellor Patterson stated that the improvements to Pine and Cedar Streets would make it easier for patients, guests and even the ambulances to access the hospital. Christina Clark, UAMS Chief Operations Officer, stated that currently the eastern boundary was a majority safety issue to the UAMS Campus. Ms. Clark stated that the Pine/Cedar Street area would become a tree-line boulevard from Markham Street to Interstate 630. Ms. Clark stated that UAMS had received a grant from the National Fitness Challenge to install outdoor exercise equipment. Ms. Clark stated that a walking track would also be installed and the area would be open to anyone that wanted to use the facility.


Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to approve the Consent Agenda. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the Consent Agenda was approved.



SEPARATE ITEMS (Items 9 and M-2)


9. RESOLUTION NO. 15,038: To express the intention of the Little Rock City Board of Directors to determine the impact on the City of items such as single-use plastic bags and other difficult to recycle items or compost, such as plates, bowls, cups and utensils; to ask the Sustainability Commission to study the appropriateness of regulations to eliminate such single-use items within the City; to ask the Sustainability Commission to recommend potential cost-effective replacement packaging that does not require such items; to set December 19, 2019, as a date for the Sustainability Commission to report its findings to the Board of Directors; and for other purposes. Staff recommends approval.


Director Hines asked how the proposed resolution came about. City Manager Bruce Moore stated that over the past several years, the City had become proactive in focusing on recycling issues and banning Styrofoam in City facilities. City Manager Moore stated that the resolution would direct the Sustainability Commission to research other areas for improvement. Director Hines asked if the Commission could not study those issues without a resolution from the Board. City Manager Moore stated that they could proceed without a resolution; however, a resolution would solidify the City’s intent and commitment of making improvements in the area of sustainability. Director Hines asked if this would just apply to City facilities or if it would be City-wide. City Manager Moore stated based on the outcome of the study, it could potentially apply City-wide.


Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to approve the resolution. By voice vote of the Board Members present, with Director Hines voting in opposition, the resolution was approved.


M-2 RESOLUTION NO. 15,040: A resolution to establish Policy Meetings of the Mayor and members of the Board of Directors at 4:00 PM before each regular meeting of the Board of Directors throughout 2019; and for other purposes.


Director Kumpuris stated that there were many issues that the Board of Directors needed to have the opportunity to come together and communicate regarding Policy in a more broad and general term. Director Kumpuris stated that there were a number of issues that needed to be discussed and studied. Director Hines stated that he appreciated the thoughtfulness of the resolution and agreed that there needed to be a dedicated time to have a Policy discussion and it would be well worth the time. Director Wright stated that she was supportive and that more time needed to be spent on planning and not being reactive; however, she would prefer that it be held following the Agenda Meetings.


Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Kumpuris, to approve the resolution.


Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to amend the resolution to hold the Policy Meetings one (1)-hour after the conclusion of an Tuesday Agenda Meeting of the Board of Directors. By voice vote of the Board Members present, with Director Richardson voting in opposition, the motion passed.


Proposed Amended Resolution:


A resolution to encourage Policy Meetings of the Mayor and Board of Directors until 6:00 PM at the conclusion of an Agenda Meeting of the Board of Directors throughout 2019; and for other purposes.


By roll call vote, the vote was as follows: Ayes: Webb; Peck; Hines; Wright; Kumpuris; Fortson; and Adcock. Absent: Hendrix and Richardson. Absent. Vice-Mayor Wyrick. By a vote of seven (7) ayes, two (2) nays and one (1) absent, the resolution was approved as amended.



Mayor Scott recognized Scouts from both Troop 335 – Highland Valley United Methodist Church and Troop 30 – St. Paul’s United Methodist Church that were present in the audience working on their Communication & Citizenship in the Community Merit Badges.



CITIZEN COMMUNICATION

Brittany Nichols, 1003 Scott Street: Noise in Relation to Protestors.



Director Richardson made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, for the Board to go into Executive Session for the purpose of appointments to Boards and Commissions. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the Board went into Executive Session.



EXECUTIVE SESSION (Item 10)


10. RESOLUTION NO. 15,041: A resolution to make appointments and reappointments to various City of Little Rock Boards and Commissions; and for other purposes.

Synopsis: Ambulance Authority (4 positions); Arkansas Arts Center Board of Trustees (8 positions); Civil Service Commission (1 position); Commission on Children Youth and Families (2 positions); Little Rock Parks and Recreation Commission (1 position); Little Rock Port Authority (1 position); Little Rock Water Reclamation (1 position); River Market District Design Review Committee (3 positions); and Rock Region Metropolitan Transit Authority Board of Directors (2 positions).


Ambulance Authority: Appointment of Kimberly Battle to serve her first five (5)-year Business Person term, said term to expire on July 5, 2024. Appointment of Dr. Chuck Mason to serve his sixth five (5)-year Practicing Licensed Medical Doctor term, said term to expire on July 5, 2024. Appointment of Jennifer Pierce to serve her second five (5)-year Attorney term, said term to expire on July 5, 2024. Appointment of Greg Stubblefield to serve his first five (5)-year Health Care Administrator term, said term to expire on July 5, 2024. Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to approve the appointments. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointments were approved.

Arkansas Arts Center Board of Trustees: Appointment of Dr. Laurence Alexander to serve his first four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Appointment of Dr. Loren Barole to serve her first four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Appointment of Amanda Denton to fill the unexpired term of Craig Lair, said term to expire on June 30, 2021. Appointment of Kaki Hockersmith to serve her third four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Appointment of Diane Jonsson to serve her first four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Reappointment of Patrick O’Sullivan to serve his second four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Reappointment of Terri Snowden to serve her third four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Reappointment of Van Tilbury to serve his third four (4)-year term, said term to expire on June 20, 2023. Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Adcock, to approve the appointments. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointments were approved.

Commission on Children Youth and Families: Appointment of Christopher Kingsby to serve his first three (3)-year At-Large term, said term to expire on May 31, 2022. Appointment of Elizabeth Quarles to serve her first three (3)-year At-Large term, said term to expire on May 31, 2022. Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to approve the appointments. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointments were approved.

Little Rock Parks and Recreation Commission: Appointment of Michael Nichols to fill the unexpired term of S. Porter Brownlee, said term to expire on January 31, 2021. Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to approve the appointment. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointment was approved.

Little Rock Water Reclamation Commission: Appointment of Lauren Waldrip Ward to serve her second four (4)-year, said term to expire on August 1, 2023. Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Hines, to approve the appointment. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointment was approved.

River Market District Design Review Committee: Appointment of Lance Ivy to serve his first three (3)-year Property Owner Representative term, said term to expire on August 16, 2022. Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Adcock, to approve the appointment. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointment was approved. Appointment of Mike Matchett to serve his first three (3)-year Property Owner term, said term to expire on August 16, 2022. Director Hines made the motion, seconded by Director Fortson, to approve the appointment. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointment was approved.

Rock Region Metropolitan Transit Authority Board of Directors: Appointment of Matt Lindsey to serve his third four (4)-year term, said term to expire on August 26, 2023. Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to approve the appointment. Mayor Scott stated that due to the transition of the new Executive Director, and to maintain continuity of the Board, the recommendation was to allow Matt Lindsey to serve a third term. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointment was approved. Appointment of Jimmy Moses to serve his second four (4)-year term, said term to expire on August 26, 2023. Director Adcock made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to approve the appointment. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the appointment was approved.



Director Richardson made the motion, seconded by Director Wright, to adjourn the meeting. By unanimous voice vote of the Board Members present, the meeting was adjourned.


ATTEST: APPROVED:



_______________________________ ________________________________

Susan Langley, City Clerk Frank Scott, Jr., Mayor


6


6 MILES LITTLE THINKING GLOBALLY ACTING PERSONALLY THE HON
A CHRISTMAS STORY HOUSE TRIVIA FACT SHEET ALL LITTLE
A LITTLE LESS CONVERSATION – ELVIS PRESLEY A7 D


Tags: august 6,, on august, directors, meeting, board, little, august