Environmental Quality Commission

MINUTES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CONTROL COMMISSION VILLAGE OF NORTHBROOK January 19, 2017 Chairman Reynolds called the EQC meeting to order at 7:02 in the Terrace Room of the Northbrook Village Hall, 1225 Cedar Lane. The following Members were in attendance: John Albrecht, Tara Wesselink, Michael Beeftink, and Jeremy Reynolds, Dale Duda, Brian Bruce and Scott Robson. A full quorum was met. Also Present: Staff Liaison Emily Creer Members absent: None Minutes The minutes of the November 17, 2016 meeting and December 15, 2016 were reviewed and approved as drafted. Chairman’s Report There was a discussion of coal tar ban status. Chairman Reynolds stated Representative Laura Fine is putting through a bill with the state legislature and that President Frum is interested in the state approach rather than local regulations. Ms. Creer provided information about the Winnetka coal tar ban and stated information about coal tar is being added to the village website. There was a request for the coal tar information to also be added to the village newsletter. There was a discussion about the locals and types of terracycling that would occur at Earth day. Member Wesselink also requested information about the popcorn at Earth Day. Citizen Concerns Hear from the Audience No Audience members were present at the meeting. Village Green Business Award The information gathered by Member Albrecht for the green business award was discussed. The Commission discussed who would be on the selection committee, who would be giving out the award, the timeline for the award and criteria for the award. Ms. Creer stated she would follow up with village staff to ensure the award concept is viable. Heritage Tree Program Member Duda stated she would like to focus heavily on the green business award exclusively. The Commission agreed that the green business award was a priority but they would continue to pursue all venues. New Business No new business was discussed. Next Meeting The next regular meeting of the EQC will be held on February 16, 2017. Adjourn Member Duda made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:13p.m. The motion was seconded by Member Beeftink a voice vote, the motion passed. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Emily Creer_ Liaison