HomeMy WebLinkAbout43-80 RESOLUTIONRESOLUTION NO. 4342_
A'RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE POLICY OF THE FAYETTEVILLE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGARDING THE CONSERVATION AND
ESTABLISHMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES.
WHEREAS, trees and other plant life are beneficial
public resources; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fayetteville provides many services
essential to the health, safety, and welfare of its citizens;
and
WHEREAS, the City Board of Directors is committed to a
goal of preserving the existing environment in providing
said services; and
WHEREAS, trees and other plant life promote the public
welfare by:
(a) controlling erosion and dust pollution,
(6) reducing glare from artificial and natural illumination,
(c) decreasing the adverse effects of strong winds,
01 lessening air pollution,
CO_ buffering visually between non -compatible land uses,
(f) promoting energy conservation through the shading
of buildings,
(g) lowering noise pollution,
(h) cooling walks and streets through shading and
evaporation,
(i), enhancing property values by promoting otherwise
adverse economic development, and
(.11 promoting the scenic beauty, character and value
of the City and thereby enhancing the economic
• benefits derived from tourism; and
WHEREAS, the City Board is committed to encouraging the
conservation of existing landscaping, as well as the establishment of
additional natural materials, insofar as possible, in all City
policies and operations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
That the Board of Directors shall implement and execute the
aforesaid statements and policies in all future municipal
development and shall encourage private developers to do the
same in the planning stages of development projects.
PASSED AND APPROVED this /O' -day of ah -C--4/ , 1982.
ATTEST:
Nr.r
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ITY„.CLERK.T.
APPROVED:
MAYOR