Horticulture and Forestry Advisory Board 2006 05 04

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Horticultural & Forestry Advisory Board Minutes November 3, 2005 Page 2 of 3 Chris is planning a tree planting at the Arboretum, and has invited Kaleena Kreager, a teacher who will bring a group of elementary students to the tree planting. Theresa suggested that Chris invite a group of senior citizens to a tree planting, in order to raise awareness of the Arboretum. Trees from the former library parking lot will be transplanted if possible. Jeff offered to help Chris prune trees at the Arboretum. Theresa said students at St. Louis School are interested in doing community service projects. For additional volunteers for various Arboretum projects, Dave suggested contacting Selena Jaramillo, Volunteer Coordinator at the Louisville Rec Center. Regarding fundraising for the Arboretum, it was agreed that HFAB as a group should be involved, rather than asking one or two members to assume primary responsibility. Mike is still planning to have a lunch meeting with Elle Cabbage to discuss fundraising ideas. Discussion of the Louisville Historical Museum's fundraising project, which involved "selling" planting beds to various individuals and groups, with a plaque to be placed in the bed to honor the donors. It was suggested that HFAB should purchase one of the beds, as the Board was involved in the planning of the garden. Mike offered to check on availability of a bed for purchase. VII. Community Park Dedication /Arbor Day Celebration— Review • All members who attended the April 29 event commented that it was very well attended, especially by dogs; that everyone enjoyed the presentations; and that the park in general is in very good condition. It was suggested that HFAB continue to use city events such as this as a way to raise awareness of the Arboretum and other HFAB projects. • VIII. Community Park Update Boxwoods which are struggling will not be removed yet, as there is still a possibility they may recover. Discussion of the use and alteration (by users) of the bike track area — maintenance is a concern because of safety and liability issues. Jeff is concerned about bamboo planted near pond being invasive. Per Chris, Urban Farmer will replace 17 dead trees, and some sod may have to be replaced later. Urban Farmer's park maintenance contract will continue for a year. IX. Plant Management Guidelines for Community Park Per Theresa and Lise, the guidelines are almost complete except for a few photos to be corrected. The guidelines, which contain a listing, location, and photo for identification of all non -woody plant material in the park, will be made available to the new City Horticulturist, Tom Coates and staff. X. Residential Landscape Design Guidelines It was suggested that the Board research what other cities have done in this area. Discussion of whether guidelines or an ordinance would be more