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Home My WebLink About139-04 RESOLUTIONRESOLUTION NO. 13 9- 0 4 A RESOLUTION TO EXPRESS THE CITY COUNCIL'S SUPPORT FOR THE ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN FAYETTEVILLE WHEREAS, the City of Fayetteville and the Fayetteville School District have long worked together in the best interests of Fayetteville school-age children and community at large; and WHEREAS, the Downtown Master Plan, the Fayetteville 2020 Plan, city ordinances and other policies of the City of Fayetteville have long sought to encourage revitalization and beautification of the historic neighborhoods of Fayetteville; and WHEREAS, the traditional, established neighborhood elementary schools serving the older areas of Fayetteville: Asbell, Jefferson, Leverett, Root, and Washington; have long been vital components of our core Fayetteville neighborhoods. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby expresses its strong support for the retention of established, neighborhood elementary schools within the core, historic areas of Fayetteville and requests the Fayetteville School Board to carefully weigh the importance of each such school upon its neighborhood and the local children attending such school before considering whether to close or move such historic school. Further, the City Council pledges to work with the Fayetteville School Board to preserve these historic neighborhood schools. PASSED and APPROVED this 7th day of September, 2004. ATTEST: By: SONDRA SMITH, City Clerk By: APPROVED: AN COODY, Ma llllllll llll tUeke a.• �3 ;FAYETTEVILLE: '- ti ',,'' .,IGTON G?:• NAME OF FILE: CROSS REFERENCE: Date 0 Resolution No. 139-04 Document 0 1 08/24/04 Alderman Agenda Request Form 2 draft resolution 3 copy of letter to Capital Plan Steering Committee 4 Petition - 5 petition 6 Petition 7 Petition 8 Petition g Petition 10 Petition 11 Petition 12 Petition 13 Petition 14 email from Jo Bennett 15 Petition 16 Petition 17 note from Liz Molesso 18 email from Jim & Claire Wisman 19 email from PapaPhil43 20 email from Merlee Harrison 21 email from Dianeb1237@aol.com 22 email from Kym Allen 23 email from Patsy Ferritor 21 email from Dianeb1237@aol.com 22 email from Kym Allen 23 email from Patsy Ferritor 24 email from Connie Nelson Cochran 25 email from Hogknight@aol.com 26 email from Jody Phelps 27 email from Robert Riggs Petition memo to Don Marr ALDEI N AGENDA REQUEST FORM M FOR: COUNCIL MEETING OF September 7, 2004 FROM: ALDERMAN DON MARR ORDINANCE OR RESOLUTION TITLE AND SUBJECT: A Resolution To Express The City Council's Support For The Established Neighborhood Elementary Schools In Fayetteville A PROVED FOR AGENDA: i �� N MARR, Alderman r r z /aY City Attorney (as to orm) Date THIEL, A derman $ z4, o5( 13A E • • RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION TO EXPRESS THE CITY COUNCIL'S SUPPORT FOR THE ESTABLISHED NEIGHBORHOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN FAYETTEVILLE WHEREAS, the City of Fayetteville and the Fayetteville School District have long worked together in the best interests of Fayetteville school-age children and community at large; and WHEREAS, the Downtown Master Plan, the Fayetteville 2020 Plan, city ordinances and other policies of the City of Fayetteville have long sought to encourage revitalization and beautification of the historic neighborhoods of Fayetteville; and WHEREAS, the traditional, established neighborhood elementary schools serving the older areas of Fayetteville: Asbell, Jefferson, Leverett, Root, and Washington; have long been vital components of our core Fayetteville neighborhoods. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS* Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby expresses its strong support for the retention of established, neighborhood elementary schools within the core, historic areas of Fayetteville and requests the Fayetteville School Board to carefully weigh the importance of each such school upon its neighborhood and the local children attending such school before considering whether to close or move such historic school. Further, the City Council pledges to work with the Fayetteville School Board to preserve these historic neighborhood schools. PASSED and APPROVED this 7th day of September, 2004. ATTEST: By: SONDRA SMITH, City Clerk APPROVED: By: DAN COODY, Mayor • aye evi le ARKANSAS THE CITY OF FAYE 1 1 EVILLE, ARKANSAS August 31, 2004 To: Capital Plan Steenng Committee, Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville Board of Education Dr. Bobby C. New, Supenntendent Fayetteville Public Schools Dr. Lisa Morstad, Chief Financial Officer Fayetteville Public Schools Re: Meeting of the Fayetteville City Council At the City Council meeting of September 7, there will be a resolution presented that will state the City's support for neighborhood schools. This resolution is the result of citizens expressing their concerns over the relocation of Jefferson Elementary School and the potential impact on South Fayetteville and the families that reside there. I would like to invite you to this meeting because of the school board's role in the decision-making process for the planning, locating, and construction of schools in the Fayetteville School Distnct and the need for good communication between the Fayetteville School Board and the Fayetteville City Council. I hope this dialogue will be beneficial for all concerned. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. 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Ck Sr;wn Vat.ikT 'v -a °54,L,t) Von-LLA.C__ rreeati 11.1424Ctj.01°& Othing6 mailbox:/./System%20Folder/Preferences/ Netscape%20Users/Nancy%20AIlen/Mail/ C).„,,' rki loft mail box:///hard%20drivelDocuments/Mozi Ila/Profiles/Nancy%20AI I... • 1 Subject: Neighborhood Schools From: Jo Bennett <jobennett@sbcglobal.net> Date: Sun, 5 Sep 2004 14:37:34 -0700 (PDT) To: ngallen@earthl'nk.net I very much. favor keeping our neighborhood schools. I lived across the street from a neighborhood school (Washington) and witnessed how valuable it was to the neighboring community. Most of the kids could walk to and from school. The neighborhood children could use the playground and basketball court after school. Adults also used the basketball court. The school was generous and let the neighborhood association meet at the school when the churches couldn't. Why bus young children to a huge, anonymous school which is many miles from their parents and home? The "low socio-economic" argument is ridiculous. The economic makeup of South Fayetteville is rapidly changing because of the desirability of living near downtown. Young professionals are moving into the area and fixing up the homes. This area will offer a delightful mix of people and their children will contribute to the delightful mix of the school. I can remember when the same things were said about the residents that lived between West Lafayette and Dickson. That area now is a wonderful area to live in and the houses that are for sale are snatched up immediately. ately. Cordially, Jo Bennett 9/6/04 10:48 PM WE THE UNDERSIGNED ASK THATOHE CITY COUNCIL PASS THE PROCLAMATION SUPPORTING NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS IN FAYET1 EVILLE, ARKANSAS. Cah-tit )\)-(Y6 oa _GSC Jc t UJ ,!G 5 v d Z /2 (=r.Ces% - %w y /� /t . in 7 154.6./Lf /245 eredwoo,1 ) F/"y o..IKs,. )114b4fr 2512,W A/a » 74) e � / � z /'P40/ fit? 72-7 CJ VgLizi X78 ka_eaLa4v-voiy_ mailbox:/./System9620Foider/Preferenes /22 TO / 1 Netscape%20Users/Nancy%20AIlen/Mall/ WE THE UNDERSIGNED ASK THAT SIE CITY COUNCIL PASS THE PROCLAMATION SUPPORTING NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS IN FAYETI EVILLE, ARKANSAS. cLay,r- aaJa. tc-t- ck6r=b-wnl 61141), gkaa ‘20.•,4-/-kko6 2,PfiS& Aditiu-SirJ mailbox:/./System%20Folder/Preferences/ Netscape%20Users/Nancy%20Allen/Mail/ �2 /c%sti y��yfe n70/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 Neighborhood Schools Page: 1 • • Subject: Neighborhood Schools Date: Thu, 2 Sep 200409: 11:10 -0500 From: "Jim & Claire Wisman" <jim-n claire@wtsmansweb.com> To: "Allen. Nate Nancy Gordy & Olive" <ngallen@earthlink.neb To whom it may concern: Let it be known the we are in support of the Neighborhood School Concept as opposed to the creation of additional mega schools. Jim & Claire Wisman 1923 Woodland Ave. Fayetteville, AR 72703-2554 • mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%20Folder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 RE: school resolution Page: 1 Subject: RE: school resolution Date: Wed, 1 Sep 2004 10:02:04 -0500 From: "Chadick Susan-RKID" <schadick@wregional.com> To: 'Nancy Allen' <nsallen@earthlink.neb My husband and I are in support of the Fayetteville City Council's passing a resolution in support of maintaining neighborhood schools in Fayetteville. Susan Lesh Chadick YtTlrit''.1'.. 4iwc, icSs'SIITT4r Page 1 • • Subject: Neighborhood schools Date: Wed, 1 Sep 200411:03:35 EDT From: PapaPhil43@aol.com To: ngallen@earthlink.net CC: bnew@fayar.net, dcoody@ci.fayetteville.ar.us Dear Nancy: Thank you for contacting me regarding the resolution that Alderman Marr is going to introduce concerning neighborhood schools. I am most concerned about neighborhood schools and the welfare of children here in Fayetteville, especially the SE area of our city. I think that our city government and school district has deprived our friends in the SE area of Fayetteville of the quality life style that they deserve and have earned and I further feel that closing down Jefferson School tears the heart and soul right out of their community. They not only have suffered through the racial struggles that you and I have both witnessed while we have lived here, they have also had to live with the comments from the financially blessed folks that prefer that their kids be in a better environment and playing at the country club. It appears to me that the City of Fayetteville and the Fayetteville Public School District need to slow down and forget about the TIF money for the damn hotel and see where it could be used for a truly deserving area and that is SE Fayetteville where there should be a remodeled Jefferson School and a new school should be constructed on the West side to accomodate the students that will be there in time when it is completed and will have adequate spece for the future. I look forward to attending the 9/7/04 meeting Phil Stewart mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%20Folder/ Pie ferences/Netscape%20Users/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 neighborhood schools Page: 1 Subject: neighborhood schools Date: Wed, 01 Sep 2004 12:54:32 -0500 Prom: Merlee Harrison <harrison@uark.edu> To: neallen@earthlink.net I AM IN FAVOR OF NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS. EVERYBODY I KNOW IS IN FAVOR OF NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS. MERLEE HARRISON mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%20Foider/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ (no subject) Page: 1 • Subject: (no subject) Date: Tue, 31 Aug 200422:35:41 EDT From: Dianebl237@aol.com To: ngallen@earthlink.net I am in favor of neighborhood schools! Diane Breazeale mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%2OFolder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users / • Thursday, September 2, 2004 schools Page: 1 • • Subject: schools Date: Tue, 31 Aug 200415:25:12 -050R, /slasno2%adeoslaN/saoua4alald From: "Kym Allen" <kallen8@hotmall.com>296wa156s/anup02%pley/:xoqueW To: neallen@earthlink.net I'm in support of neighborhood schools. They are beneficial to the students, and are the center of many neighborhoods. Kym Allen FREE pop-up blocking with the new MSN Toolbar — get it now! htto://toolbar.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200415ave/direct/01/ mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%20Folder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ 1� 2 :wed slootioS bo02'2 latlwaldaS 'icepsmyl Thursday, September 2, 2004 Page: 1 • • Subject: Schools Date: Mon, 30 Aug 2004 20:07:18 -0500 From: "Patsy Ferritor" <patsy5@cox-internet.com> To: "Nancy Allen" <ngallen@earthlink.neb I am in favor of the concept of neighborhood schools. Patsy Ferritor I la _ Upgrade Your Email - Click here! mailbox:/hard%20drive/System9620Fdder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 Neighborhood Schools Page: 1 • • Subject: Neighborhood Schools Date: Mon, 30 Aug 2004 16:01:39 -0500 From: "Connie Nelson Cochran" <heartacres@pgtc.com> To: "Nancy Allen" <ngallen@earthlink.net> I support the concept of neighborhood schools!! Connie Nelson Cochran Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti -virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.744 / Virus Database: 496 - Release Date: 8/25/2004 mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%2OFolder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 Neighborhood Schools Page: 1 • • Subject: Neighborhood Schools Date: Mon, 30 Aug 20O4 13:39:32 EDT From: Hokniht@aoI.com To: neallen@earthlink.net Nancy - We strongly support the idea of neighborhood schools and the resolution proposed by Alderman Don Marr. Thanks for your hard work. Margaret and Max Barron Fayetteville, AR mailbox:/hard9620drive/System%20Folder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 Fayetteville School Resolution Page: 1 • • Subject: Fayetteville School Resolution Date: Fri, 27 Aug 2004 22:02:33 -0500 From: "Jody Phelps" <jodyinoz@swbell.neb To: "Nancy Gordon Allen" <nga11en@earthlink.neb Nancy: In my opinion what they need to do is keep building NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS .... as the new neighborhoods develop ... NOT building Walmart Superstore type schools. This trend/fad, huge Mecca's is NOT conducive to maintaining our small town "heart" ... it's only conducive to cold, heartless speed and efficiency. Thanks for listening, Joanne Phelps mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%2oFolder/ Preferences/Netscape%2OUsers/ Thursday, September 2, 2004 Re: [Fwd: House] Page: 1 • Subject: Re: [Fwd: House] Date: Mon, 30 Aug 2004 13:23:49 -0500 From: Robert Rig sg adriggs@uark.edu> To: Nancy Allen cngallen@earthlink.neb References: I Nancy: I support the neighborhood schools. L Robert D. and Jennie L. Riggs mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%20Folder/ Preferences / Nets cape%20Users/ WE THE UNDERSIGNED ASK THAT THE CITY COUNCIL PASS THE PROCLAMATION SUPPORTING NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOLS IN FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS. maiRax:///hard%20drive/Documents/Mozilla/Prof iles/Nancy%20AII... • • Subject: Neighborhood Schools From: Skoneyr@aol.com Date: Mon, 6 Sep 2004 21:18:40 EDT To: ngallen@earthlink.net CC: Skoneyr@aol.com Nancy, As we discussed this evening, and from the way I understand the issue, I am in support of neighborhood schools, because I would like to see a sense of community and responsibility fostered even more than I already see that it is in Fayetteville. I also think it is important for people of all ethnic and economic backgrounds to meet in schools and communities. The important thing in a school, from my own experience, is the children's well-being, feeling of security and connectedness, so that they can learn well. Rachel Skoney loft 9/6/04 10:55 PM Monday, September 6, 2004 School resolution Page: 1 • • Subject: School resolution Date: Mon, 6 Sep 2004 22:56:01 -0500 From: Fran Alexander <Alexander@mynewroads.com> To: Allen Nancy <npallen@earthlink.net. On Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004 "A Resolution in Support of Existing Neighborhood Schools" will be considered by the Fayetteville, Ark City Council and mayor. I wish to go on record as being in full support of this resolution and the spirit behind it to preserve and maintain our neighborhoods and their schools . Fran Alexander** 1946 Fox Hunter Rd. Fayetteville, AR 72701 **Mother to 2 graduates of Fayetteville High School mailbox:/hard%20drive/System%20Folder/ Preferences/Netscape%20Users/ I believe strongly in neighbor schools. Please pass the resoluti. Carol Young I of 1 9/6/04 10:50 PM We both believe strongly in nborhood schools. We are in favor ofos resolution. Ed and Helene Furst lofl 9/6/04 10:51 PM I support neighbourhood schools Tad Sours • loft "Our first duty as Americans is not to recite the Pledge of Allegiance or enlist in the army, to serve on a jury or even to pay our taxes. Our primary duty as citizens of this democratic republic is to pay attention. As free men and women, we are obligated to compare the words of our leaders with their actions, to question and criticize and to vote according to the dictates of our consciences." -Forrest Rose 9/6/04 10:52 PM We are both strong advocates ighborhood schools and add our namethose supporting the proclamation. mai lboz:///hard%20drive/Documents/Mozil la/Profiles/Nancy%20A11... Subject: RE: neighborhood schools From: dka01 <dka01 @ uark.edu> Date: Mon, 06 Sep 2004 14:54:22 -0500 To: Nancy Allen <ngallen@earthlink.neb I am in favor of neighborhood schools. David Allen I of 1 9/6/04 10:54 PM FAYETTEVLLE S THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS City Clerk Division 113 West Mountain Fayetteville, AR 72701 Telephone: (479) 575-8323 DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE To: Don Marr Alderman From: Clarice Buffalohead-Pearman lR City Clerk Division Date: September 13, 2004 Re: Res. 139-04 Attached is the resolution passed by City Council on September 7, 2004 expressing the City Council's support for established elementary schools. This item will be recorded in the city clerk's office and microfilmed. If anything else is needed please let the clerk's office know. Thanks. /cbp attachments cc: Nancy Smith, Internal Auditor