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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/11/2006 CRC minutes MINUTES COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION Community Center, Village Hall Thursday, May 11, 2006 The Community Relations Commission (CRC) of the Village of Mount Prospect met Thursday, May 11, 2006, at the Mount Prospect Village Hall located at 50 South Emerson Street, Mount Prospect, Illinois. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:14 p.m. by Chairman Tolbert. ROLL CALL Present Chairman Tolbert Commissioner Fuller Commissioner Muench Absent: Commissioner Hernandez Commissioner Parikh Also in attendance: Michael Semkiu, Deputy Chief of Police APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Muench and seconded by Commissioner Fuller to approve the minutes of April 13th. These minutes were unanimously approved by a voice vote. OLD BUSINESS Update on "Make A Difference Day" Chairman Tolbert advised he had provided information regarding the event to the local newspaper. Chairman Tolbert indicated that there were many in attendance at the event. Approximately 20 children performed with the donated musical instruments and 40 - 50 attendees were in the audience. Commissioner Fuller advised the band performed very well and that there were many parents in attendance. Mayor Wilks who was in attendance met with many of the participants and attendees. Mayor Wilks had an opportunity to speak to those in attendance about the program and its success. The Commission expressed their appreciation to the police department for Crime Prevention Officer Roscop's attendance and the refreshments which were served. It was noted that the band director indicated most of the children have not had the opportunity to perform in public and that the event was a good opportunity for them. The Commission indicated they intended to write a letter of appreciation to Mayor Wilks, Joanne Fulkerson, the library director and the band director acknowledging their assistance. The police department will assist in distributing the letter. Commissioner Muench indicated the children might consider performing at an area nursing home. Follow-up discussion on Forum on Racism & Ethnic Diversity 2003 The Commission tabled discussion for a future date. Page 1 of3 "",---"-_"-",,,-,,,,,,~,,","'=~-c-,,,,,,,,..,,,,,,,,,=,--=o,,,,",,,,,,,,,~,,;",""'''''''""''''"'''fe"'''''''"'=''"'''.'C""",,,.~'',=.,~_______~_,_,,,_,~,,_,~~'__'~'~ _ ----~"'.,,""""""".":?;n=.==~-==~=""_..,..__._.._,<______._________ International Education Week Commissioner Fuller recommended that Commissioner Hernandez be present for discussion. This item will be placed on the next meeting's agenda. Fourth of July Commissioner Parikh will be contacting the Lions Club regarding participation at their 4th of July festivities. Chairman Tolbert spoke on the Saint Paul Church concert. The church was interested in the Commission taking part in the activities. Commissioner Parikh will provide information at the next Commission meeting. Suburban Mosaic Book Chairman Tolbert advised the book list was provided at the last Commission meeting. There was discussion regarding political overtones of one of the books included in the list. Commissioner Muench felt the author, Illinois Senator Obama, was very well educated, respected and a role model for children. Village Grant Application Chairman Tolbert provided the tentative schedule for the process. The Commission is to review the schedule and advise of any conflicts. Commissioner Fuller requested information on the process. Chairman Tolbert provided an overview of the process and the timetable involved. Last year approximately 15 local organizations applied for grant funding. The Commission would provide a recommendation to the Village Board. All final documentation would be forwarded by Clare Sloan of Community Development to HUD. Chairman Tolbert would contact Clare Sloan to discuss an alternate date to the September 7th meeting. Welcome New Residents Chairman Tolbert and Commissioner Hernandez were in attendance at the Welcome New Residents reception. The Commission distributed Make A Difference Day materials to attendees. The event was well attended by many churches, civic organizations and representatives from Village departments. The next reception will be in October. Chairman Tolbert indicated the event is a worthwhile activity for attendees. NEW BUSINESS Commission Schedule The Commission reviewed its 2005 calendar. As in 2005, the Commission discussed not meeting in July. Commissioner Muench moved for the Commission not to meet in July. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Fuller. The motion was approved by a unanimous voice vote. Library Fees Commissioner Muench noted that the Mount Prospect Library currently levies a charge to not for profit organizations for holding events at the facility. Fees are not charged at the Arlington Heights, Niles or Des Plaines libraries. The Commission inquired if this was an issue they could look into. The Commission indicated that this would be a Library Board issue and Commissioner Muench would be willing to appear before the Board to discuss the issue. Correspondence None to report. Page 2 of3 The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m. after a motion was made by Commissioner Fuller and seconded by Commissioner Muench. The motion was approved by a unanimous vote. Respectfully submitted, -....l~ 1 A I I'l( ~4~~/f~J1N~l Michael Semkiu Deputy Police Chief Page 3 of3