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ENGLEWOOD CLEAN, GREEN AND PROUD COMMISSION
May 11, 1999
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Goldsmith called the regular meeting of the Clean, Green & Proud Commission to order
at 6:35 p.m.
Present:
Absent:
Guests:
Barnes, Berens, D. Edwards, Roth, and Stankorb
Gillmon, Huffaker, Lindsey, Marvin, Nabholz, and Sell (absent with notice)
J. Edwards (absent without notice)
Robert Simpson, Director of Neighborhood and Business Development
Kate Newman, future staff liaison
II. INTRODUCTIONS
Chair Goldsmith welcomed Mr. Simpson and Ms. Newman to the meeting . Mr. Simpson
introduced Ms. Newman and informed the Commission that Ms. Newman officially starts
working for the City on May 17. He further stated that Ms. Langon will work with Ms. Newman
and the Commission for a smooth transition; and while Ms. Langon will continue to be involved
"behind the scenes" with the Commission, Ms. Newman will be the primary liaison .
Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Action: Mr. Roth moved; Ms. Stankorb seconded. The Minutes of the April 13, 1999
meeting be approved. The motion carried.
IV. VOLUNTEER HOURS
The recording secretary distributed the May volunteer hour sheets. Further, a call was
received from Nancy Peterson regarding the 4th of July Family Festival and Fireworks
Celebration asking the Commission to donate $50.00 to the event.
Action: Mr . Stankorb moved; Ms. Barnes seconded. Fifty dollars be donated to the
1999 4th of July Family Festival and Fireworks Celebration. The motion carried.
V. GOOD NEIGHBOR DAY
A sign-up sheet was circulated . Ms. Barnes and Mr. Roth stated they have received some
feedback regarding the program. Mr. Simpson suggested documenting the citizens' comments
for the Commission to review for next year's program.
VI. GOLF TOURNAMENT
Mr. Edwards stated that at the June meeting the Commission will be filling the "goodie" bags for
the golf tournament. Ms. Barnes stated she had 5-6 individuals left to contact. He further
stated he is in need of donations for the door prizes and the "goodie" bags.
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VII. CHAIR'S CHOICE
Chair Goldsmith distributed an Denver Post article regarding recycling.
Simpson and Ms. Newman for attending.
VIII. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE
Ms. Berens -Stated she supported the idea of one trash hauler in the City.
She thanked Mr.
Mr. Roth -Stated he spoke with Ms. Langon regarding distributing the Good Neighborhood Day
coupons at a more "public" venue; such as Safeway or King Soopers. He asked for the
Commission's thoughts on the idea. After discussion, the Commission decided to distribute the
coupons on the published dates and places, but at the June meeting would revisit the idea of
distributing any remaining coupons at the grocery store. Mr. Roth also stated he felt it would
be beneficial for the Commission to subscribe to the publication Waste News.
XI. ADJOURN
There was no further business to be brought before the Commission.
Action: Mr. Stankorb moved; Ms. Barnes seconded: The meeting be adjourned. The
motion carried; the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
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