Map to Gulley Park gathering Friday afternoon

Park in lot off of Old Wire Road and walk to the pavillion. That is closest route. Ignore big red 1 on the, I believe. https://maps.google.com/maps?q=gulley+park+fayetteville+ar&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&ie=UTF-8&hl=enMap of Gulley Park for Certified Wildlife Community Celebration. Use entry from Old Wire for shortest walk to pavilion for music and other activities

Council of Neighborhoods listens to all residents of Fayetteville on the last Thursday of the month. Please attend and share your concerns. All welcome

Thursday, May 31, 2012

Fayetteville Council of Neighborhoods

City Clerk

Time: 6:00 PM

Location: Room 326

City Hall on Mountain Street

The agenda always includes a chance for someone to speak up for every neighborhood in Fayetteville AR and even neighborhoods around the city in the rural 'planning zone.'

Last meeting on city video system.

Time to shut down the mowing and pray for 8 inches of rain to bring Fayetteville out of the drought

Council agenda session online video LIVE now

http://accessfayetteville.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?publish%20id=23agenda session live now

Sierra Club hike at Lincoln Lake open to anyone up to the crooked and steep trail

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Join us as we re-start the OHG Outings program with a 

short day hike around Lake Lincoln!

Location:  Lake Lincoln near Lincoln, AR (35 min from Fayetteville)

Carpooling: Meet at 8:30am near the intersection of Razorback and MLK Blvd (old 6th St).  We can park in the UA parking lot, NE of that intersection. Park close to the intersection.

Click Here for Driving Directions

Date:  Sunday June 3rd

Activity: Hiking to see and appreciate a local resource

Length: 5 miles around the lake (~3 hours)

Difficulty: Moderate. Rugged terrain with short, steep sections and a potentially wet creek crossing.  It is often dry, but will depend on precipitation.

What to Bring: Sturdy shoes, snacks, water, sunscreen, bug spray, weather appropriate clothing and a positive attitude

Who's Invited?  Anyone up to the task

There are no bathrooms or water facilities at the lake.

More Information: www.lincolnarkansas.com/lake.htm or email Eric Boles at ecoboles@gmail.com

In order to participate on one of the Sierra Club's outings, you will need to sign a liability waiver. If you would like to read a copy of the waiver prior to the outing, please see http://sierraclub.org/outings/chapter/forms or call415-977-5528.

In the interest of facilitating the logistics of some outings, it is customary that participants make carpooling arrangements. The Sierra Club does not have insurance for carpooling arrangements and assumes no liability for them. Carpooling ride sharing or anything similar is strictly a private arrangement among the participants. Participants assume the risks associated with this travel.

ALSO, something special coming up in October:

The Hobbs State Park – Conservation Area Fall Festival will be celebrated from 1:00 p.m. to

4:00 p.m. on Sunday October 7th.  We will have activities planned at the visitor center as well as at Historic Van Winkle Hollow.

I need some help in finding a volunteer musician who will play their instrument (guitar, banjo, harmonica…It doesn’t matter) as well as greet the public as they enter Van Winkle Hollow to experience the activities there.

Can anyone suggest to me someone who I might contact for this enjoyable job?

Steve Chyrchel, Interpreter

Hobbs State Park – Conservation Area

479-789-50006

Steve.chyrchel@arkansas.gov

Steve Chyrchel, Interpretive Naturalist 
Hobbs State Park - Conservation Area
20201 E. Hwy 12
Rogers, Arkansas 72756                                 
Phone:  479-789-5006
Fax:       479-789-2151
steve.chyrchel@arkansas.gov

To learn more about the park and scheduled events
http://www.friendsofhobbs.com/new/index.php

http://www.arkansasstateparks.com

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Agenda and program guide for May 28, 2012, Memorial Day at Fayetteville National Cemetery

Fayetteville National Cemetery set of photos on Flickr includes hundreds from 2012 Memorial Day at the National Shrine. Notice difference from last year's Memorial Day and 5K race photos earlier in the set? Must be the four-story apartments jammed up along the edges of the cemetery! Please click on individual images for easy reading.
If you attended the ceremony or just went to visit the Fayetteville National Cemetery Monday, I hope you were prepared to park on S. School Ave., Hill Avenue and other nearby streets and walk in, because the construction of The Grove student apartments on the eastern, northeastern and northern edges of the cemetery has eliminated many traditional parking areas. Men were working on the buildings at 7 a.m. But they took a long break starting at 10 a.m. to allow speakers to be heard during Memorial Day activities and some sat on rooftops watching and maybe even listening to the speeches.

Public television short takes to run Sunday, May 27-Friday, June 1, 2012

OMNI peace-garden tour includes 8 private sites and a city-owned nature park

For detail, please click WPWP link and scroll down.

For photos from several of the featured gardens, please see OMNI 2012 peace-garden tour set on Flickr

David Lanier, documenting the lives of the homeless residents of Fayetteville and more

David Lanier's blog  Paradise In Sight
paradiseinsight.blogspot.com/

Writer David Lanier and Video documentarian Sarah Moore Chyrchel 

David Lanier on one of his blogspots: Today I walked and walked and walked and then prayed. A young lady at the University of Arkansas shot footage of me walking to the library and at the University of Arkansas and at Bible study. We're coordinating our talents for a film contest at the Fayetteville Public Library. The winner receives a $1,000 bonus. We're going to donate anything we win towards the construction of a homeless shelter in Fayetteville. I'm not a movie star, but there were some gawkers who were naturally curious about our film making today. The executive director of the library was even curious and came to greet us today. What is your legacy? I hope my legacy is partially fulfilled in June when the contest concludes. I've been dreaming and praying and writing since 2008 for the fruition of my legacy: a homeless shelter in Northwest Arkansas. Please dream with me. Please pray with me. And I'll let you be in my dream, if you'll let me be in your dream! From David Lanier on May 24, 2012

David Whitaker, former assistant city attorney in Fayetteville, wins Democratic primary for House District 85 seat in Arkansas legislature

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Democrats happy as final vote tallies come in on May 22, 2012

Nature and people featured in video running today through Friday, May 25, 2012, on public-access television at 218 on Cox Cable, 99 plus on AT&T U-verse and simulcast on Fayetteville Public Television Web site

Jump Rope competition on Block Avenue today during block party

Gladys Tiffany

Here's the official jump rope schedule...

1p.m. Elementary to 5th Grade Competition
2p.m. All Ages Competition
4p.m. Relay Elimination
... 5p.m. Double Dutch

All Other Times--Jump All Day for Free!

Rumors of the demise of Wes' Barbecue greatly exaggerated: Still open and cookin' after all these years and one nasty little fire

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Fire destroyed only the outdoor smokehouse.

Friday fire didn't affect main building: Eat there to help Wes restore missing structure

Flower, Garden and Nature Society gathers at 9:30 a.m. TODAY to hear Katie Teague present on composting at 10 a.m. in Springdale and talk about plan for upcoming Garden Show

Students rally for president and congress to pass the Dream Act

The Dream Act

My photo is larger where I first published it on this blog, but it certainly is an honor to see it published in Smithsonian Magazine's upcoming June 2012 edition

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Conservationists honored at Green House Grill

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Set of photos from May 14, 2012, at Green House Grill. Individuals and groups and corporations honored by conservation and sustainability efforts.

Permanent link to "The Conservationist is IN" set on Flickr:  Please click on link.

Issues of concern for those who care about conserving natural resources in Arkansas: Video to run from Sunday, May 13, 2012, through Friday, May 18, 2012

Everyone invited to June 1 event to celebrate Fayetteville's status as a wildlife-habitat community

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Final five days of 40 days and 40 nights of RE:B-EARTH 2.0 begin now: On Tuesday, Mikel Lolley rests

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Sierra Club's Ozark Headwaters Group sponsors transit-tax discussion at Senior Center

Tom McKinney, conservation chairman of OHG Sierra Club, asks good questions

Joanna Pollack speaks with seniors who WANT more transit service

Joanna Pollock speaks for Sierra Club and OMNI Center for Peace, Justice and Ecology and all who recognize the need for more public transit in NW Arkansas

May 3, 2012, recording of Aubrey James Shepherd's narration of nature photos for public-access television in Fayetteville AR"

Map and description of gardens on the May 26, 2012, OMNI peace-garden tour

Link to Google Map online.

   "Bamboo Peace Gardener"  1039 E. Overcrest St. (South of Township; west of Old Wire Rd.) Peace Gardeners: Hamsa & Moshe Newmark Enter this garden and feel transported into a unique environment, “a world unto its own.”  A graceful forest of a variety of bamboo populates the grounds. The newest addition is the presence of an octagon, all-cedar meditation temple.  All are invited to sit in the meditation temple and reflect upon the nature of peace that the garden effuses.  In addition, there are numerous benches in the garden to sit and enjoy the different views of the swaying bamboo. Tea and beverage will be available. "Blue Birds of Peace Garden"  951 Missouri Way (Turn west off Assembly) Peace Gardeners: Marshall Carter, Marilyn Fincher (for Nancy Maier) "The focal point of my peace garden is an Ozark flagstone tree-shaped patio designed by Quinn Landrum and built by Quinn and his father, the artist M.M. Kent. The center of the patio is a single orange stone sun with rays extending outward. Next to the patio is a terraced planting area for sunflowers, lavender, and butterfly bush. The area is surrounded on three sides by a fence and several birdhouses."  It Includes a Peace Pole.  Additional flowers: daisies, Solomon Seal, zinnias, spearmint, geraniums, lilies, sedum.  There are also vegetables: squash, peppers, lettuce, tomatoes.  A Zen white sand garden adds to the general beauty and cheer." —Nancy Maier "Heartwood Gallery Garden" 428 S. Government Peace Gardeners: Anita and Edward Hejtmanek A streetscape gem of a flower garden at the entrance to Heartwood Gallery "Parrish Peace Place" 2809 N. Cedar Hill Drive Peace Gardeners: David & Cookie Parrish (DIRECTIONS: Half way to Goshen on Hwy. 45, going east, just past a new church (on the left). TURN RIGHT up hill before red balloons.). Begun in 1995, this 3 1/2-acre landscape holds varied spaces and carefully tended areas — specially named gardens in one area, bountiful trees in another, and home and workshop in another. There are many opportunities to walk and discover plantings and David's woodwork. Please feel free to sit on one of the many benches, listen to the music from the house speaker on the back deck and have something cool to drink in Margaret's Garden picnic area! "Peace in Our Lifetime Garden" 4880 W. Wedington Drive (Hwy 16 west of 540) Peace Gardeners: Unity Center For Conscious Living You are invited to step into the labyrinth and walk the sandy path to the center and experience the peace that passes all understanding. In the center of the labyrinth you will find our peace pole presented to us by Omni Center. You are also welcome to visit our community garden, “Unity Organic Garden”. "Peace Trees Garden" 2008 W. Cleveland Street (just up from Sang) Peace Gardener: Cathy Boyd Two acres of large trees, clusters of flowers scattered beneath, swimming pool surrounded by flowers, vine-covered arbor perfect for snacks and drinks.   (Parking in lot adjacent east.) "Stroll Garden for Peace & Serenity " 17095 Lake Sequoyah Drive Peace Gardener: Anne Reichardt (DIRECTIONS: From School Ave. take Martin L. King Blvd. east toward Elkins for 5.4 miles (@ 1.5 mi it becomes Huntsville Rd., or, Hwy 16 east). Turn left onto Lake Sequoyah Dr. for 2.1 miles; okay to park in Fire Department lot on the left, the house and studio are on the right, the 2-acre garden is "up back".) Begun 6 years ago, this garden honors the natural character of the rural Arkansas landscape while incorporating Soto Zen accents. Enjoy the labyrinth consisting of many intriguing earth, stone, and repurposed sculptural elements among native plants, which are flourishing. Celebrate with chamber music playing in the gazebo in early afternoon. "Wishing Ball Peace Garden"  885 N. Fritz Drive (Off College, corner of Fritz & Cleburn) Peace Gardeners: Kelly Mulhollan & Donna Stjerna of Still on the Hill Dedicated to the late, great songwriter, Nick Masullo, the garden features many spheres, including a 4' tall "Wishing Ball" in front painted like the earth. The back yard is host to the annex "Mug Tree", modeled after Clara’s "The Mug Tree" in Batesville, AR. in memory of her son, which is now on the Historic Tree Register and is an AIDS awareness tree. A small veg garden on side, a small herb garden (help yourself) out front, and of course several peace poles.  The home is also the acclaimed Ozark Ball Museum (50-cent admission (or a ball!)).  Delicately lined with japanese honysuckle and privit, there are rock-lined flower beds and lots of mint.
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Peter Nierengarten named new sustainability director for Fayetteville AR: University of Arkansas graduate currently works in Portland, Oregon

Public Works People: Peter Nierengarten - Printable Version - May 20, 2009- 0 Comments 1. Name  Peter Nierengarten 2. Position and Group Name Engineer, Engineering Services 3. Describe (briefly) the work you do I work in Asset Management and help develop strategies for the long term viability of the Water System. 4. Which part of public works is your specialty? (Indicate ONE) Design, Construction, Maintenance, Operations Maintenance 5. How does your work relate to the public? My work supports the infrastructure improvement projects that can be seen throughout Portland. 6. What part of your job do you take the most pride in? Being part of the 100+ year old, pristine, mostly gravity fed, ingenious water system. 7. What does being a public servant mean to you? Providing for the public benefit and maintaining our water system in accordance with the community's ethics. 8. What is your favorite thing about working for the PWB? Working with dedicated and knowledgeable co-workers. 9. What do you do when you’re not being a public servant? Ride my bicycle and garden.

Tonight's agenda with live links to backup information on issues before the Fayetteville City Council

Mayor Lioneld Jordan City Attorney Kit Williams City Clerk Sondra Smith

Aldermen  Ward 1 Position 1 – Adella Gray Ward 1 Position 2 – Brenda Boudreaux Ward 2 Position 1 – Mark Kinion Ward 2 Position 2 – Matthew Petty Ward 3 Position 1 – Justin Tennant Ward 3 Position 2 – Robert Ferrell Ward 4 Position 1 – Rhonda Adams Ward 4 Position 2 – Sarah Lewis

Final Agenda

City of Fayetteville Arkansas
City Council Meeting
May 1, 2012

A meeting of the Fayetteville City Council will be held on May 1, 2012 at 6:00 PM in Room 219 of the City Administration Building located at 113 West Mountain Street, Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Call to Order

Roll Call

Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor’s Announcements, Proclamations and Recognitions:

1.	Municipal Clerk’s Week Proclamation

City Council Meeting Presentations, Reports and Discussion Items:

1.	1st Quarter Financial Report 2012

Agenda Additions:

A.

Consent:

1.	Approval of the April 3, 2012 and April 17, 2012 City Council meeting minutes.

2.

McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. Task Order No. 8:  A resolution to approve Task Order No. 8 with McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. in the amount of $18,000.00 for plans, bidding service, and construction administration of the Airfield Pavement Rehabilitation and Striping Phase II Project and to approve a budget adjustment of $18,000.00.

McClelland Consulting Engineers, Inc. Task Order No. 8

3.	David and Susan Druding Settlement Agreement:  A resolution approving a settlement agreement with David and Susan Druding, concerning condemnation litigation filed as part of the Cato Springs Road Improvement Project, in the total amount of $15,000.00.

David and Susan Druding Settlement Agreement

4.	Bid #12-25 Goodwin & Goodwin, Inc.:  A resolution to approve a contract for relocation of water and sewer mains along Garland Avenue with the low bidder, Goodwin & Goodwin, Inc. in the amount of $1,575,497.00 with a project contingency of $78,775.00 and to approve a budget adjustment.

Bid #12-25 Goodwin & Goodwin, Inc.

Additional:  Bid #12-25 Goodwin & Goodwin, Inc.

B.	Unfinished Business:

1.

Amend §34.27 Sale of Municipally Owned Real Property:  An ordinance to repeal §34.27 of the Code of Fayetteville and to enact a replacement §34.27 Sale of Municipally Owned Real Property of the Code of Fayetteville.  This ordinance was left on the Second Reading at the April 17, 2012 City Council meeting.

Amend §34.27 Sale of Municipally Owned Real Property

C.	Public Hearing:

1.	Dryve, Inc.:  A resolution to approve the application of Dryve, Inc. for a certificate of public convenience and necessity to operate a limousine service.

Dryve, Inc.

D.	New Business:

1.	Sourcegas Arkansas Inc.:  A resolution authorizing transfer of a natural gas easement on city property adjacent to Highway 16 to Sourcegas Arkansas Inc. as part of the Highway 16 Improvement Project.

Sourcegas Arkansas Inc.

2.

Fayetteville Police Department Policies:  A resolution approving Fayetteville Police Department Policies 1.2.1 Limits of Authority, 1.3.1 Use of Force, 12.1.1 Direction, 12.2.1 Policies, Procedures and Rules Development and Review Procedures, 26.1.2 Harassment and Discrimination in the Workplace, 41.1.1 Patrol, 42.1.1 Criminal Investigations, 41.2.11 Use of Department Vehicles, 44.1.1 Juvenile Operations, 61.1 Traffic Enforcement, 6.1.11 DWI, DUI, and 61.3 Traffic Direction and Control.

Fayetteville Police Department Policies

3.	Street Name Change - Stadium Drive:  A resolution to change the name of a portion of South Garland Avenue and all of Paris Avenue to Stadium Drive.

Street Name Change - Stadium Drive

Additional:  Street Name Change - Stadium Drive

4.	Street Name Change - Bulldog Boulevard:  A resolution to change the name of portions of Stone Street and Clinton Drive to Bulldog Boulevard.

Street Name Change - Bulldog Boulevard

5.	Repeal & Replace §178.04 Outdoor Mobile Vendors:  An ordinance repealing and replacing §178.04 Outdoor Mobile Vendors Located on Private Property of the Code of Fayetteville to provide for a variance procedure.

Repeal & Replace §178.04 Outdoor Mobile Vendors

Announcements:

Slide show of 1,600 photos of Tanglewood Branch watershed from downtown to 15th Street in Fayetteville AR. April 30, 2012, photos at bottom of the set but slideshow likely displays in random order