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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-11-18 CGP MINUTESENGLEWOOD CLEAN, GREEN AND PROUD COMMISSION November 18, 1997 I. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Clean, Green & Proud Commission was called to order at 7:05 p.m . by Chairman Lange . Present: Gillman , Goldsmith , Huffaker, Hughes , Lange , Lerman, Lindsey, Roth, Stankorb, Stoner, Van Dyke , and Langon Absent: Dilatush (absent with notice) Chairman Lange thanked everyone who attended the City Council meeting on November 18 , 1997. Ms . Langon introduced Aaron Ellis and Ben Wheeler, students from Englewood High School, who are starting. an environmental club at the high school and are interested in forming a partnership with the Commission. They have a faculty advisor, and the first meeting is scheduled for next week. Ms. Langon had previously spoken to Mr . Ellis on the telephone; informed him of the Commission 's various projects; and invited him to the meeting. Mr. Huffaker asked if the club was associated with the Green City Data Project; it is not. Chairman Lange extended an invitation to the students of sending a liaison to the Commission's January 13 , 1998 meeting . He stated that Ms . Gillmon, another student, started as a liaison and that she will be recommended for full membership at the City Council interviews in January. Ms. Van Dyke quickly reviewed the Commission 's various projects and asked that the Club submit any other project ideas they may have to the Commission . II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Ms . Lindsey, referring to Section V , Paragraph G of the minutes , asked that the minutes be amended to state that Ms. Langon and Ms . Goldsmith will evaluate the Keep America Beautiful program. Chairman Lange stated that Ms . Langon and Ms. Goldsmith will independently evaluate whether the Commission should maintain their affiliation with Keep America Beautiful. Commission will then vote on the matter. Sandy Marvin arrived and Chairman Lange introduced her to the Commission, stating Ms. Marvin is considering becoming a member of the Commission . Action: Mr. Stankorb moved; Ms. Lerman seconded. The Minutes of the October 14, 1997 meeting, be approved as amended . The motion carried. Ill. VOLUNTEER HOURS Ms. Langon distributed November volunteer hour report forms and asked that members submit any outstanding volunteer hours . IV. UPDATES Ms. Langon reported the following: + Frank Golombek formally submitted his resignation . (Secretary's Note : Resignation has been accepted by City Council) 1 + City Council approved the $285 .00 for the Green City Data Project. + The golf shirts are ordered. Ms . Langon distributed a sample of the embroidered logo. + The budget looks good, and there appears to be a small surplus over what is needed for next year. Ms . Langon thanked everyone who attended the City Council meeting on November 17 to wish Mr. Vormittag farewell. She continued by stating it demonstrated unity to City Council and made for a good impression . Ms . Langon distributed a brochure on "Volunteer Management Tra ining Seminars" to be held January 12 and 13 , 1998. The seminars include "Care and Feeding Volunteers" and "Motivation and Management for Volunteer Programs." She asked anyone interested in attending to let her know . V. AMERICA RECYCLES DAY Chairman Lange informed the Commission that due to the Leaf and Tire Roundup being canceled on November 15 , Mr. Dilatush, Ms . Gilman , and he were unable to distribute pledges . Ms . Lerman also had prepared a handout, and Chairman Lange distributed it to the Commission. Chairman Lange continued by stating he had talked to Fort Howard , now known as Fort James , and had received information from the ir consumer service personnel. Fort Howard is the second largest recycler of paper in the world ; all of their paper goods are made from recycled products. Cha irman Lange distributed coupons he had received from the company . Fort Howard also shipped a case of bathroom tissue , and Chairman Lange encouraged the members to take a package . Ms . Langon stated the America Recycles Day Committe e was hoping to have 30 events statewide . According to a representative from Jai Tire , approximately 100 events had actually been scheduled statewide . VI. LEAF AND TIRE ROUNDUP Ms . Langon stated that due to inclement weather, the Leaf and Tire Roundup scheduled for October 18 had been canceled , and the November 15 Roundup had been rescheduled to November 22 ; therefore , the numbers may be down this year. Anyone needing information should call Ms . Langon ; there will also be a message on her voice mail on November 22 . VII. HOLIDAY LIGHTING Ms . Gillman reported the following : + All forms have been revised + December 8 is the deadline for ent ri es + Judging will take place on December 10 + Awards will be presented at the December 15 City Counc il meeting + A press release has been sent to the Englewood Herald + Entry forms are available at the Malley Center , Library , Recreation Center, and City Hall Ms . Gillman asked for the Commission 's input on recognizing last year's Lifetime Holiday Sp i rit Award winners . Discussion ensued . The Commission d i rected Ms . Gillman to recognize them by listing their name , award , and address in the paper along with the other winners . 2 Ms. Gillman asked the Commission to appropriate up to $150.00 for needed supplies and a van driver. Action: Ms . Van Dyke moved ; Mr. Stoner seconded . One Hundred Fifty Dollars ($150 .00) be appropriated for the Holiday Lighting event. Motion carried. VIII. HOLIDAY GATHERING Mr. Huffaker urged everyone to "RSVP " by December 5 and to include the number attending. Invitations will be mailed on November 19 , 1997. IX. EDUCATION SUBCOMMITTEE In Mr. Dilatush 's absence, Ms. Langon reported the Mr. Dilatush has submitted three articles to the Englewood Herald, which have not been published . Mr . Huffaker has received a copy of the educational computer program , and Mr. Dilatush will install it on Ms . Langon 's computer as soon as feasible. Ms. Langon stated she is attempting to arrange a demonstration of the program at a future Commission meeting . Action: Ms . Langon and Mr. Dilatush to arrange demonstration of educational software . X. MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE SUBCOMMITTEE Discussion: Mr. Roth stated the Mandatory Trash Removal Ordinance will be presented to City Council on December 1, 1997 for first reading. Ms. Langon stated the City Attorney's direction was not to request a public hearing . Ms . Van Dyke suggested the Commission recommend a public hearing on the issue to City Council. Discussion ensued. Action: Ms. Van Dyke moved; Mr. Roth seconded. At the December 1, 1997 City Council meeting , Mr. Roth recommend a public hearing on the Mandatory Trash Removal Ordinance . XI. UPDATES FROM OTHER BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS A. Code Enforcement Committee Mr. Stankorb stated he had received a copy of the ordinance establishing the committee from Ms. Langon. He is learning a lot and is hopeful that a more formal committee structure will begin to develop. B. Golf Tournament Committee Ms. Van Dyke stated she and Ms. Langon met with Jerrell Black and Bob Burgener of the golf course and expressed her concerns on the treatment of customers . They are interested in having the Commission back this year and are willing to accommodate the Commission 's needs. She continued by stating she is waiting for a copy of the contract and needs three volunteers to help plan the tournament. Action : Mr . Stoner, Ms . Goldsmith , and Chairman Lange volunteered to assist Ms . Van Dyke with the golf tournament. XII. ACTIVITY RECAP Mr . Roth reviewed the activity recap stating which activities were completed and those still in progress . 3 XIII. CHAIR'S CHOICE Chairman Lange stated he has not appointed the chairpersons for the various committees . He continued by stating that Ms . Lerman would like to work with the Green City Data Project. Ms. Van Dyke suggested Green City Data Project be made a special project committee and that Ms. Lerman be the liaison. Action: Ms. Van Dyke moved; Ms. Lindsey seconded. Green City Data Project be made a special project of the Clean , Green and Proud Commission. Further, Ms . Lerman will be the liaison between the Commission and Green City Data Project. Motion carried. Chairman Lange will appoint chairpersons for standing and special project committees . Mr. Stankorb volunteered to serve on the Finance Committee. XIV. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE A. Ms. Lindsey Ms . Lindsey stated she was interested in attending the Volunteer Management seminar. Ms . Langon asked if anyone from the Volunteer Committee was interested in attending. Ms . Van Dyke stated she would attend, if possible . Ms . Lindsey stated she would be attending an environmental meeting held by the Native Americans and had received a packet of information from the Native American Resource Service . Anyone interested in reviewing the packet should call Ms. Lindsey . Action: · Ms . Lindsey moved; Mr . Stankorb seconded . One Hundred Forty-five Dollars ($145.00) be appropriated to send Ms. Van Dyke , if able, to the "Motivation and Management" session of the Volunteer Management Seminar. Motion carried. XV. 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 8:20 p.m. Recording Secretary 4