University Daily Kansan / Wednesday April 1. 1992 11 Mayor submits idea for city logo or revamped seal By Andy Taylor Kansan staff writer With only one week left as Lawrence's mayor, Bob Walters said he was not trying to get the Lawrence City Commission's seal of approval. He said he wanted to leave a mark on City Hall. Walters discussed an idea at last night's city commission meeting, where he suggested city logo that could be used as an identifiable symbol of the community. Lawrence does not have a logo. "Ionlyhavea fewdaysleft,andIwastryingtoclean up a few things," he said. Walters' term ends next Tuesday. Walters said the current city seal was updated in the 1960s and needed a facelift. "The current seal is very busy, and a more contem- porary emblem would be appropriate." he said The current city seal, which is a round emblem used on letterheads, lapel pins and city vehicles, shows a phoenix rising from a burning community. The bird portrays the rebirth of Lawrence after William Quantrill's burning of Lawrence in 1863. Walters had Bob Treanor, a Lawrence sign artist, create a bolder, more modern drawing to give the commissioners an idea of a new seal or logo. He designed the drawing for free, the mayor said. Walters also said that if the commission wanted to further its plans for a new city seal or logo, Treanor or other Lawrence artists could draw other emblems showing a cross section of Lawrence's history and "We will be glad to stay in this," Treanor said. "There are plenty of design opportunities by more artists in Lawrence. The issue of changing the city seal has been discussed for more than a year. Commissioner Bob Schumm said that when the commission discussed the topic last year, many people objected to the seal's change. "People are sincerely reluctant to change," Schumm said. "But it is heartwarming to know that they feel that way about the city." Commissioner Bob Schulte said he would prefer a distinguishable city logo instead of changing the city seal. "The University of Kansas has a seal," Schulte said. "But it also has a Jayhawk. I definitely think that we merit a seal and a logo." He said many cities used a city seal for official business but promoted themselves with an artistic logo. Commissioner John Nalbandian said he thought the current city seal needed a new look. "We do need to do something with the seal," Nalbandian said. "It's broken and it needs fixing." The commission deferred any action until the April 28 meeting, when it will decide whether to go ahead with any redesign plans. John Smith TOYOTA invites you to win a trip to Barcelona and SAVE 15% on all PARTS and SERVICE For the CALL Best Prep 843-3131 Enter the Barcelona sweepstakes and you could win the Golden Adventure of a lifetime! Thru April 15, 1992 all PARTS and SERVICE is discounted 15%. If your TOYOTA needs a major repair or a minor tune-up, NOW is the time to SAVE!!! included in this offer. Please call 842-2191 for an appointment. Coupon items or specially priced services not Kansas Judo Association President Cup Judo Championship II Date: April4, 1992, Saturday Place: The University of Kansas (Lawrence campus) Robinson Gymnasium, 2nd floor Times:Weigh-ins are from: 8:30pm to 9:30 pm April 3. 9:10 am to 10:30 am April 4. Nippon Kempo Karate Demonstrations starts at 11:30. Individual judo competition starts after the demonstration. *Entry fee:* $10 per contestant ($2 is charged by KJA.) Cash only, no check please. Eligibility: Anyone with a current USJI, USJF,or USIA card. For additional information contact: Hikaru Marata, Tournament director Phone 913-843-7682 Formal WHERE? Formal WEAR HERE The Etc. Shop Sales & Rental The Etc. Shop 928 Mass. 10-5:30 Mon-Sat Fil 8 Thurs. 843-0611 STA TRAVEL We've been there LONDON FROM $498 PARIS FROM $588 ATHENS FROM $728 ST. PETERSBURG $728 NAIROBI FROM $1450 TOKYO FROM $799 BANGKOK FROM $949 ROUNDTRIPS COSTA RICA PRODUCTION BIO ... $779 COSTA RICA _ FROM $465 SYDNEY ___ FROM $1389 CHICAGO DEPARTURES * EURAIL PASSSES * FIX INTO OTHER CITY AND ANOTHER * ICAS CARDS A/V MHMERSHIP * RATES MAY CHANGE * TRAVEL TERMS * ALL MAJOR CITIES 120 OFFICES WORLDWIDE 17 E. 45TH ST. NEW YORK NY 10017 1. 800.777.0112 STA TRAVEL Strengthen Your Body Enlighten Your Mind with Wed., 7:30-9:30p.m. Yoga Club Wed, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $2.00 dues per session $2.00 dues per session Meetings at Kansas Zen Center 1423 New York Street More Info. call Anne Dennis 864-3722 ALL THE BEST STUFF'S CHEAPER AT CHECKER'S T-BONE STEAK MEDIUM SIZE HEADLESS, SHELL-ON SHRIMP 798 LB. WE SELL FOR LESS!