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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-09-09 CGP MINUTESENGLEWOOD CLEAN, GREEN AND PROUD COMMISSION September 9, 1997 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Clean, Green & Proud Commission was called to order at 7 :00 p.m . by Chairman Lange . Present: Huffaker, Hughes, Lange, Lerman, Goldsmith, Lindsey, Looze, Roth, Stankorb , Van Dyke, Vormittag, Gillman, Langon Absent: Golombek, Dilatush , Stoner (absent with notice) Soulliere (absent without notice) Chairman Lange welcomed Abby Goldsmith to the Commission. Ms. Langon introduced and welcomed Nancy Fenton as the new recording secretary . II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. DISCUSSION: Chairman Lange stated the Minutes of August 12, 1997, were to be considered for approval. Mr. Huffaker asked for an update on making changes to the meeting. Chairman Lange reported that the order of business on the agenda had been modified and that the intent was to shorten the length of the meetings. ACTION: Looze moved; Stankorb seconded. The Minutes of the August 12, 1997 be approved as written. The motion carried. Ill. VOLUNTEER HOURS DISCUSSION: Ms . Langon distributed new monthly volunteer hour report forms and asked that members complete August reports and return them tonight. September forms were also distributed. IV. CHAIR'S CHOICE A. Household Hazardous Waste Discussion: Chairman Lange circulated a sign-up sheet for volunteers on Saturday , September 13 and 20, 1997. Four to five people are needed for each shift. Ms. Langon stated that she needed a few people early in the morning to help set up. Mr. Looze asked if paint and related items could be given away to paint over graffiti. Ms . Langon reported that she has tried that in the past but storage is a problem . Action: Mr. Looze will come early and be the "gatekeeper." B. Tent-Talk Discussion: Tent-Talk will be on September 17 , 6-8 p.m ., at Baker Parker. Chairman Lange asked for volunteers . Action: Mr. Looze and Ms. Gillman volunteered . C. America Recycle Day Discussion: Chairman Lange reported that America Recycle Day is November 15 . He would like the Commission to participate by educating the community on what recycled products are on the market and where such products can be purchased. He will be contacting the Fort Howard Paper Company to inquire as to whether they would be interested in participating. Ms. Van Dyke 1 stated that King Soopers sells recycled products. Mr. Huffaker asked if this would fall under the Education Committee . Chairman Lange stated that it did, but a sub-committee might need to be formed if the Commission undertakes the project. Action: Ms . Van Dyke, Ms. Lindsay, and Ms . Hughes volunteered to assist Chairman Lange. D. Workshop Discussion: The workshop will be held on October 4. The location has not been decided. Chairman Lange stated that the workshop would be the ideal place to bring new ideas, make long-range plans , and review new projects . Action: Mr. Vormittag will ask Ann Nabholz (C ity Councilwoman and former CGP Chair) to attend in his absence . V. UPDATES/ANNOUNCEMENTS A. Calendar Action: Ms . Langon distributed quarterly calendar. B. Resignations Discussion: Ms. Langon reported that Ms . Karlqvist's resignation is official; Ms. Hilaire's resignation has not been approved yet; and Mr. Golombek has indicated that he will be resigning. C. Adopt-A-Street Discussion: Ms . Langon reported that five groups are up and running . D. Holiday Party Discussion: The party is scheduled for December 9. Ms . Langon asked for a volunteer to organize and plan the party . Action: Mr. Huffaker volunteered . E. Holiday Lighting Contest Discussion: Ms . Langon asked for a volunteer to chair the Holiday Lighting Contest. Ms . Van Dyke suggested using high school students to judge. Action: Ms . Gillman volunteered to be chair. Mr. Stankorb volunteered to assist. F. Proud Properties Discussion: Ms . Langon presented an article from the DENVER POST, "Proud Properties" about recognizing homeowners who take pride in their yards. She suggested a similar program to revitalize the former Proud Properties program. Action: The matter will be discussed in more detail at the workshop. G. Keep America Beautiful Discussion : Ms. Langon reported that Keep America Beautiful would like all affiliates to change their names to "Keep Beautiful" for continuity. For example , our name would be "Keep Englewood Beautiful." Ms . Van Dyke suggested "Keep Englewood Beautiful, Clean, Green & Proud ." Action: The matter will be discussed in more detail at the workshop. 2 VI. HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Discussion: Ms. Langon stated that she needed someone to pick up donuts and asked if anyone had an air coffee pot. She also reminded everyone that no materials will be removed from vehicles except in the containment area . Starbucks and the Englewood Library were suggested as possible organizations to supply coffee. Ms . Langon reported that Arapahoe County does not have a program for household hazardous waste. The Littleton Public Works Department would be interested in our one-day program next year. They would pay their full cost. It would be a good way of increasing exposure and helping more people in the area . Action: Mr. Vormitagg will pick up the donuts . VII. LEAF AND TIRE Discussion: Ms . Langon reported that the CGP work days will be October 18 and October 25 , 8 a.m .-2 p.m . A sign-up sheet was circulated . Littleton will staff the three remaining days - November 1, 8, and 15 . VIII. MONTHLY TREASURY REPORT Discussion: Ms . Langon reported that August expenses were $407 .00 , and the net balance was approximately $25 ,500 .00 . IX. MUNICIPAL SOLD WASTE SUBCOMMITTEE Discussion: Mr. Lange commended Mr. Roth on a fantastic j ob of bringing the project to a conclusion . The Council accepted the subcommittee 's recommendations regarding mandatory trash collection, and a draft of the ordinance has been completed . A copy of the draft was submitted to Chairman Lange . X. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE A. Ms. Lindsey An environmental conference was held in August, and she was informed of an informational packet that could be sent for. Ms. Lindsey will send for the information , review it , and bring back any useful suggestions to the Commiss ion. B. Ms. Lerman On September 19 and 20, Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (CAEE) will be holding a conference in Gunnison , Colorado. Ms . Van Dyke moved ; Mr. Huffaker seconded. If Mike Dilatush wishes to attend the CAEE conference, $150 .00 will be allocated to cover his registration , annual membership, and two- nights lodging . Motion carried. C. Ms. Van Dyke 1. Workshop -Ms . Van Dyke suggested that Chairman Lange select a few people to assist Ms . Langon and him. 2. Proud Property -Ms . Van Dyke agreed with the certificate of recognition concept for a revamped Proud Properties program. She suggested presenting 100 certificates to present to 3 homeowners and business owners who take pride in their property . It will increase visibility for the Commission . 3. Golf Tournament -Ms . Van Dyke asked if a meeting had been scheduled with the Parks Department regarding the golf tournament. Ms . Langon stated that a meeting had not been scheduled and that January 2, 1998 , was the earliest date any of the local golf courses would accept reservations . The Commission discussed various golf courses and their service. Ms . Van Dyke offered to chair the golf sub-committee. 4. Polo Shirts -Three polo shirts for CGP Commissioners were circulated for approval. The cost of each shirt is approximately $30 .00 . The Commission chose the shirt they liked best. The color of the stitching was discussed , and Ms. Van Dyke suggested that she would consult the company doing the stitching for their professional opinion on colors. D. Kristen Gillman Ms . Gillman announced that her school was selling "Entertainment '98" books, and anyone interested in purchasing a book should speak to her. E. Jack Looze Mr. Looze objected to Ms. Gillman soliciting during the meeting stating soliciting was against Robert's Rules of Order. He also suggested that the Commission roster be updated . Ms. Langon reported that it had been updated in August. F. Gerald Stankorb Mr. Stankorb reported that he would be unable to attend the October meeting and the workshop . G. Stan Lange Chairman Lange addressed Mr. Looze's objection by stating that historically the Commission has not followed strict Robert's Rules of Order. He stated that, as Chair, he had no objection to Commissioners mention ing items for sale during the meeting. H. Tricia Langon Ms. Langon asked who would be attending the workshop. Van Dyke, Huffaker, Roth, Hughes, Lerman, Lange , and Goldsmith indicated that they would probably be attending. XI. ADJOURN. There was no further business to be brought before the Commission . ACTION: Lindsey moved : Van Dyke seconded : The meeting be adjourned . The motion carried ; the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. llENG _CHISYSIDEPT\NBDIGROUPIBOARDSICGPIMINUTESICGP9-97 .DOC 4