Sustainability projects move ahead
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The commission approved creating two 2026 subcommittees: one to explore a Sustainability Day event and another to revive the Green Business Program. Members also heard that the Public Works Open House and Pumpkin Smash drew nearly 450 attendees and collected 1.93 tons of pumpkins for composting.
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What this means
The commission moved forward with plans to develop a Sustainability Day event and restart the Green Business Program for local businesses that use greener practices. Members also discussed year-round composting options, recycling services, and ways to improve event signage and outreach. The village is still working on website updates and will share more information when it becomes available.
Key decisions
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- Approved creation of a Sustainability Day subcommittee.
- Approved creation of a Green Business Program Revival subcommittee.
- Requested an updated commissioner roster with current contact information.
- Mr. Howe will follow up on year-round composting options and Simple Recycling service.
- Mr. Howe will distribute updated meeting invites after confirming a future schedule.
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Sustainability Commission
Agenda
- 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
- 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES- October 7, 2025 & November 4, 2025
- 3. PUBLIC COMMENT
- 4. STAFF LIAISON'S REPORT
- A. Explanation of Recent Email calendar File Communications from the VillageDecision: STAFF LIAISON'S REPORT
- B. Public Works Open House and Community Pride Award FeedbackDecision: STAFF LIAISON'S REPORT
- C. Off Season Composting Options for ResidentsDecision: STAFF LIAISON'S REPORT
- D. Village Website Follow upDecision: STAFF LIAISON'S REPORT
- E. Green Business Program RevivalDecision: STAFF LIAISON'S REPORT
- 5. OLD BUSINESS
- A. 2026 2026 Planning | Sustainability Day Event | Commissioner Areas of InterestDecision: OLD BUSINESS
- B. Green Business Program Revitalization and Green Business AssociationDecision: OLD BUSINESS
- 6. NEW BUSINESS
- A. Commissioners Survey Results-Meeting Schedule DiscussionDecision: NEW BUSINESS
- 7. OTHER
- 8. ADJOURNMENT
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