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CITY OF NORTH RICHLAND HILLS
BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION
MARCH 5, 1991
MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Janice Davis, Chairperson
Kathy Robinson
Alice Scoma
Jane Dunkelberg
Marilyn with
Jerry Taylor
MEMBERS NOT IN ATTENDANCE: Rusty Moore
CALLED TO ORDER Ms. Davis at 7:05 P.M..
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES The minutes of the February 5
meeting were approved as
submitted.
ITEM 3: DON'T BAG IT
Discussion was held regarding the February joint meeting. There
were 210 attendees and the meeting was very successful.
ITEM 4: ADOPT-A-SPOT PROGRAM
Janice Davis presented a rough draft of a brochure to be used for
the Adopt-a-Spot Program. Discussion was held on this program. It
was agreed to have a proof made up. Jane Dunkelberg made a motion
and seconded by Kathy Robinson that we, as a Commission, adopt a
spot on the corner of Grapevine Highway and Bedford-Euless Road,
near the Office Depot location.
ITEM 5: GREEN THUMB SEMINAR
The Green Thumb Seminar "Colors for Your Landscape" is scheduled for
March 12, 1991 at the Recreation Center.
ITEM 6: BAG-A-THON PROGRAM
Bag-a-Thon is April 20, 1991. Discussion was held on the meeting
place. Janice will finalize this with Jim Browne. Kathy Robinson
reported that the cities will conclude the activities with awards
and refreshments at Bear Creek Park in Keller. North Richland
Hills' plans will be finalized at the April 2, 1991 meeting.
ITEM 7: EARTH DAY
An environmental group is having an event at Richfield park on April
21, 1991. Alice Scoma made a motion that we table our decision to
participate until further information is available. Jane Dunkelberg
seconded the motion. Motion was unanimous in favor of the motion.
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ITEM 8:
COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENT
Discussion was held on the resurfacing of the parking lot on the
west side of the Community Center Complex (next to the Library).
Janice has spoken with City staff and reported that various plans
are being considered and was assured that the Beautification
Commission will be included in the process.
ITEM 9: KEEP TEXAS BEAUTIFUL
Kathy Robinson discussed putting a large trash can at the Bedford-
Euless Road and Grapevine Highway spot. All Commission members need
to report their volunteer hours for the year. It was decided to
have a workshop meeting on March 26, 1991.
ITEM: DISCUSSION OF OTHER ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Discussion of the Remembrance Tree brochure was held and it was
decided to add a poem to the brochure. Janice will proceed with the
printing of the brochure.
Jack Giacomarro has been working on the Christmas Tree lights with a
Dallas company on new lights. Discussion was held on spending money
for the lights from our budget. It was decided to have a
demonstration on the lights and make a decision then.
The Beautification commission would like to recommend that buffalo
grass be planted on the bare island west of City Hall.
It was decided that a book on gardening be given to Scherri Garvin
in appreciation for her work on the Yard of the Month Program.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting was adjourned at 9:20 P.M..
ATTEST:
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Secretary