Horticulture and Forestry Advisory Board 2005

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Horticultural It Forestry Advisory Board Minutes September 1, 2005 Page 3 of 4 • It was also reported that Theresa is creating an index of plants that are present in the xeric demonstration garden. This information will be used to label the plants and develop a cross reference of the plants scientific and common names to be presented on a kiosk.' VIII. Forestry Ordinance The Forestry Ordinance has been placed on the City Council work session agenda for September 27. IX. Open Government Charter Amendment No updates. X. McCaslin /Hwy. 36 Interchange No Update XI. Louisville's Comprehensive Plan The Louisville Comprehensive Plan was approved, and it was noted that the recommendations provided by Chris Hansen were included in the Comprehensive Plan. XII. Gateway Signage and Landscaping • Discussed memo from Land Management dated August 24, 2005. Chris emphasized that the area needs some attention /management. Design ideas are still being reviewed by Cathy Kron, including the signs. • XIII. Handling of Secretary Duties Fred Banta and Ellen Toon will share the responsibilities until further notice. XIV. Concerns. of Laura Page on Main Street Landscaping General discussion was held regarding the public works decision to not plant trees on the reconstructed sidewalk area on south Main Street near the new Community Park. It was reported that Laura Page had expressed concerns about excessive sidewalk width and no trees on these blocks. Was invited to discuss the concerns. Laura Page did not attend the HFAB session. XV. Discussion Items for Next Meeting • Community Park • Arboretum Planning i. The results of the City Council Study Session. ii. Preparation for the October City Council meeting. iii. Fund raising strategies for the Arboretum. • Forestry Ordinance • Open Government Ordinance • McCaslin /Hwy 36 Interchange • Gateway Signage and Landscaping