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Landscape Beautification Advisory Board Meeting of September 6, 2007
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DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE MASTER PLAN: Dan Keys reported that the Ponce project is completed and minor problems are being solved. The issue with improper mid-block pedestrian crossing was discussed. Temporary physical barriers will be installed until the plants have fully grown together.
Joanna Lombard asked what is going on with the 200 block of Aragon Ave. project that was going to be a demonstration. Dan stated that additional money is needed at this point. The City is making sure all new buildings are following the Landscape Master Plan when building. It was suggested that an account be set up to receive funds earmarked for landscaping, from each renovation project that would accumulate until enough money is received to complete the landscaping on that particular block. Members' overall concern is that the Landscape Master Plan be a priority when renovations are made and new building projects are being planned. Dan will check out the possibility of a fund that is set aside for use in streetscape development.
WEBSITE CONTENT: Dan Keys handed out copies of the Public Service website information showing the recent Beautification Awards with photos and descriptions of the homes selected. He will be getting information on the Ponce project, on the Library landscaping project, and other small landscape projects that Public Service crews have done. Joanna Lombard asked that these articles include plant lists.
BOARD ELECTIONS: Nominations were opened for the position of Chairman. George Blet nominated Joanna Lombard to serve a Chairman. Barbara Katzen seconded the motion. No further nominations were made and a vote was taken. Joanna Lombard was elected Chairman with a unanimous vote. Nominations were opened for the position of Vice-Chairman. Maricris Longo nominated George Blet to serve as Vice-Chairman. The motion was seconded by Joanna Lombard. No further nomin...
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