[Durham INC] INC Billboard Resolution
TheOcean1 at aol.com
TheOcean1 at aol.com
Fri Oct 22 22:05:53 EDT 2010
Said like a true Past President, Anne
Most of the issues that come before INC start with a passionate reaction
from somewhere, but through the somewhat time consuming INC process,
generally, all of the emotion and anger is filtered off, and the item is reduced
to it's raw form.
It's the calm deliberation that nets INC it's respect, and results in it's
successes. I think Mike & Anne are right, that some of these words have
escaped that valuable filtering system.
If it's a moratorium we seek, it's the raw, level headed logic that will
prevail, and raw language won't be required. I agree that some of these
inflammatory words are rare examples of something that missed the INC filtering
system.
There for, I make an "E" motion that Anne's substitution in red below, be
exchanged in this resolution for the original statements, and perhaps the
neighborhoods can "E" chat about the new resolution in time for next week's
meeting. Or that we postpone the vote one cycle, if need be.
It's still a good resolution, IMHO, made better by the suggestion below. An
"E" second anyone?
Bill Anderson
another INC Past President
In a message dated 10/22/2010 9:30:42 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
annemguyton at yahoo.com writes:
Good evening everyone,
Let me say upfront that I don't agree all billboards should be banned but
I do support banning electronic billboards.
I don't often voice an opinion on INC issues because I no longer have the
knowledge and insight gained by participating in the enlightening, lively
and informative discussions carried on at the monthly meetings. Tonight,
though, I find myself moved to speak out, despite that handicap, by the words
used in billboard resolution Mike has cited.
My observation of INC, over many years, has been that folks respectfully
agree to disagree. After all, many times on the very next issue, former
opponents find themselves on the same side. This high standard of respect for
all sides has been a hallmark of the INC. Its one of the many reasons the
INC's voice and opinion is respected by Durhamites of all persuasions,
most especially our elected officials.
In my opinion, resolutions, which are presented to our elected officials,
should clearly state both the facts and reasons for the INC's position in
language that conveys the intent, without being inflammatory.
The parts of the billboard resolution Mike cites below contain language
that I, personally, consider adversarial. As one example consider the
synonyms for the word inimical - _hostile_
(http://www.google.com/dictionary?hl=en&q=hostile&sl=en&tl=en&oi=dict_lk) , _adverse_
(http://www.google.com/dictionary?hl=en&q=adverse&sl=en&tl=en&oi=dict_lk) , _unfriendly_
(http://www.google.com/dictionary?hl=en&q=unfriendly&sl=en&tl=en&oi=dict_lk) ,
_antagonistic_
(http://www.google.com/dictionary?hl=en&q=antagonistic&sl=en&tl=en&oi=dict_lk) , _enemy_
(http://www.google.com/dictionary?hl=en&q=enemy&sl=en&tl=en&oi=dict_lk) , _harmful._
(http://www.google.com/dictionary?hl=en&q=harmful&sl=en&tl=en&oi=dict_lk)
I suggest something along the lines of this:
WHEREAS billboards have a negative impact on the beauty of North
Carolina's roads, communities and neighborhoods especially in our urban and
metropolitan areas; and
WHEREAS digital billboards with changeable lighted displays create a
hazard on our roads and highways by distracting drivers;
No more soapbox. Have a great evening.
Respectfully,
Anne M. Guyton
____________________________________
From: M. W. Shiflett - Hotmail <mwshiflett at hotmail.com>
To: Pat Carstensen <pats1717 at hotmail.com>; inc listserv
<inc-list at durhaminc.org>
Sent: Fri, October 22, 2010 2:49:33 PM
Subject: [Durham INC] are whereas statements based on fact or opinion?
WHEREAS billboards are a blight on the land and represent a bankrupt means
of communication; and
WHEREAS digital billboards with changeable lighted displays are especially
obnoxious to the scenic environment, inimical to good urban planning, and
create a distraction hazard to motor traffic on our roads and highways;
Who came up with this wording?
Mike Shiflett
----- Original Message -----
From: _Pat Carstensen_ (mailto:pats1717 at hotmail.com)
To: _inc listserv_ (mailto:inc-list at durhaminc.org)
Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 6:14 AM
Subject: [Durham INC] DRAFT DRAFT Sept minutes
I am resending the minutes, with the resolutions added, in preparation for
next week's meeting.
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September Delegate Meeting
First Presbyterian Church
September 28, 2010
Attending the meeting were:
Delegates and Alternates
Colonial Village – Freddie Estremera
Colony Park – Don Lebkes
Cross Counties – Pat Carstensen
Duke Park – Ian Kipp, Bill Anderson
Falconbridge – Rosemarie Kitchin
Golden Belt Neighborhood Association – DeDreana Freeman
Lochaven Hills – Josie McNeil (also representing Friends of West Point
Park)
Morehead Hill – Kacie Martin
Northgate Park – Mike Shiflett
Old Farm – David Harris
Old North Durham – Peter Katz, Maria Sanchez
Watts Hospital Hillandale – Tom Miller, Mike Woodard
West Cornwallis Neighborhood Association – Bob Chapman
Woodcroft – Mary Gibbs
Visitors
Darius Little – Organizing Chadsford subdivision
Jim Wise – News and Observer
Rickea Womack – Parks and Recreation, City of Durham
Beverly B. Thompson – City of Durham
Thomas Bonfield – City of Durham
Michael M. Hughes, PE – City of Durham, Public Works
Ed Venable – City of Durham, Public Works
Lynwood D. Best – City of Durham, NIS
Janet Warner – Friends of West Point Park
Tom Miller opened the meeting. Delegates and guests introduced
themselves.
2010 Street Bond – The city has 680 miles of streets. The $20M from
earlier bonds resurfaced about ½ the backlog, but 1/5 (150 mi.) remains in
poor/very poor condition. $20M in bond will take care of these, and then new
financial planning should make maintenance pay-as-you-go (should do about
33-34 miles of street per year). Maintaining costs 1/3 of what it costs to
re-build. Right now, we can borrow at 2.79%, bid prices are down, and this
will provide some jobs (all good things). More information at
_DurhamOperationGreenlight.org_ (http://durhamoperationgreenlight.org/) . One concern
is that potholes slow cars down, and better streets make faster drivers –
increasing needs for traffic calming.
Mike Shiflett moved and Bill Anderson seconded a motion to have INC
support the street bond. See Appendix.
Property at Black Meadow, next to West Point on the Eno – State has a
tentative agreement to purchase the property to add to the state park. In
terms of the discussion to add West Point on the Eno to the state park, it is
too early to say anything, but clearly we need to ensure continuity of
community activities that take place at West Point.
Parks and Recreation – Don’t forget the free concerts and other events:
_http://www.ci.durham.nc.us/departments/parks/special_events.cfm_
(http://www.ci.durham.nc.us/departments/parks/special_events.cfm) . Also Rickea
passed out information on sliding fees and fee waivers: See
_http://www.ci.durham.nc.us/departments/parks/brochures_forms_apps.cfm_
(http://www.ci.durham.nc.us/departments/parks/brochures_forms_apps.cfm)
Minutes – David moved that we approve the minutes. Rosemarie seconded the
motion, and it passed by voice vote.
Billboards – Tom attended the Board of County Commissioners meeting to
speak on INC’s opposition to change in the ordinance. Since the industry reps
withdrew the proposal, we can put this down as a success story. Special
thanks are due to Kelly Jarrett and John Schelp for their work on this
issue.
Legislative Agenda – We will first talk to city and county to see if there
is traction on INC goals of getting permission to strengthen the overlay
ordinance and bullet ownership (old resolutions, need to check with Melvin
Whitley on the bullet one), as well as a moratorium on digital billboards
and licensing managers hired by homeowner associations (possible new
resolutions, see below).
Mike Shiflett moved and David Harris seconded a resolution on supporting
legislation on managing homeowner associations and related issues (see
Appendix).
Pat Carstensen moved and David Harris seconded a resolution supporting
legislation to have a moratorium on new digital billboards until the federal
studies on their safety are completed (see Appendix).
Future Meetings – We will have a “downtown panel” to talk about the
vision for the area.
Nominating Committee – David Harris will chair it. Pat Carstensen, Mike
Shiflett, and Fred Foster, Jr. on it.
Traffic and Transportation Issues – We formed a committee with DeDreana as
chair, and Pat, Peter, Mike and Rosemarie on it. They will have a list of
things to monitor next month.
Neighborhood Reports
· Golden Belt has a re-zoning that would knock down 12 homes to
create a campus similar to TROSA. Tom will meet with DeDreana to help the
neighborhood.
· David said that there seems to be an uptick recently in crime in
some neighborhoods – related to what?
· Trinity Park is still struggling with pollution from an old dry
cleaning site.
· Falconbridge is seeing real benefit of Neighborhood Watch –
stopped an assault.
Appendix: Resolutions
A RESOLUTION BY THE INTERNEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL OF DURHAM
Durham Street Bonds
WHEREAS the streets in the city of Durham are in need of repair and
maintenance on city streets has been neglected and deferred for too long; and
WHEREAS the poor condition of the streets impede the city’s renaissance
and impact negatively on the community’s image; and
WHEREAS current economic conditions and the general financial health of
the city favor incurring modest debt to pay for long needed repairs;
WHEREAS the city government has expressed its resolution to address future
street repair needs on a reasonable schedule from annual revenues;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the InterNeighborhood Council of Durham
through its delegates duly assembled that the citizens of Durham should
support the proposed street repair bonds by voting “yes” in the referendum on
the November 2, 2010 ballot.
A RESOLUTION BY THE INTERNEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL OF DURHAM
Community Association Managers
WHEREAS increasingly new neighborhoods and residential development of
every sort are made subject to a regime of restrictive covenants which provide
for private government in the form of a mandatory community association;
and
WHEREAS these community associations are charged with the power to make
and enforce rules substantially affecting the quality of life in the
neighborhood and the may also levy dues and assessments and spend the same for the
welfare of the neighborhood; and
WHEREAS these same associations must employ professional managers to
assist and guide the association government in the execution of its lawful
powers; and
WHEREAS the managers employed are often entrusted with substantial sums of
money belonging to association members; and
WHEREAS the security and welfare of community associations, their members,
and their property are dependent upon the integrity and competence of
professional managers; and
WHEREAS older neighborhoods without professional managers are affected by
the security and welfare of their neighboring community associations;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the InterNeighborhood Council of Durham
through its delegates duly assembled that:
1)the InterNeighborhood Council urges the General Assembly of North
Carolina to enact laws which require the licensure of professional community
association managers and create minimum standards for their professional
competence; and
2)the laws so enacted should resemble in substantial measure House Bill H –
762 as it was introduced in the 2009 Session of the General Assembly.
A RESOLUTION BY THE INTERNEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL OF DURHAM
State-wide Billboard Moratorium
WHEREAS billboards are a blight on the land and represent a bankrupt means
of communication; and
WHEREAS digital billboards with changeable lighted displays are especially
obnoxious to the scenic environment, inimical to good urban planning, and
create a distraction hazard to motor traffic on our roads and highways;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the InterNeighborhood Council of Durham
through its delegates duly assembled that:
1)the InterNeighborhood Council urges the General Assembly of North
Carolina to enact laws which impose a statewide moratorium on the erection of
digital billboards until such time as they are determined to be no distraction
to motorists and no threat to traffic safety; and
2)the laws so enacted should resemble in substantial measure House Bill H –
2011 as it was introduced in the 2009 Session of the General Assembly;
3)the laws so enacted should in no way interfere with the authority of the
City and County of Durham to regulate and prohibit billboards as those
jurisdiction currently do.
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