Sustainability Board
Regular MeetingClarksville, TN · September 20, 2021
Minutes
SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
Minutes, September 20, 2021
1) CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 3:00 pm by City Attorney Lance Baker
2) ATTENDANCE
• Present: Mayor Pitts, Lance Baker, Valerie Guzman, Jimmy Mann, Chris Rasnic,
Karen Reynolds, Wanda Smith
• Absent: Travis Holleman, Bert Singletary
• Also Present: Bill Harpel, Olivia Herron, Carly Sommers
3) INTRODUCTIONS Mayor Joe Pitts
Mayor Pitts thanked everyone for their participation with the Sustainability Board and then
introductions were made.
4) PURPOSE OF BOARD City Attorney Lance Baker
Mr. Baker explained the purpose of the Board and referenced RESOLUTION 55-2020-21 and
Exhibit “A”
5) RULES AND PROCEDURES City Attorney Lance Baker
Mr. Baker suggested the best place to start would be with the creation of Bylaws. Mr. Baker
to forward a template to the Committee for guidance. His advice was to keep thing simple and
make the Bylaws be a supplement to the Rules and Procedures.
6) ELECTION OF OFFICERS City Attorney Lance Baker
Chair: Councilperson Smith nominated Valerie Guzman as Chair. Councilperson Reynolds
seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Vice Chair: Commissioner Rasnic nominated Councilperson Reynolds as Vice Chair.
Councilperson Smith seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Secretary: Councilperson Smith nominated Mr. Mann as Secretary. Vice Chair Reynolds
seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
7) ADOPTION OF BYLAWS Chair Valerie Guzman
Mr. Baker suggested the Board postpone this discussion until the October Meeting.
Councilperson Smith moved that the adoption of Bylaws be postponed. Vice Chair Reynolds
seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
8) DISCUSSION: RECYCLOPS Chair Valerie Guzman
Carlye Sommers gave a presentation on Recyclops. She said they will collect residential and
then move into commercial.
9) MEETING SCHEDULE Chair Valerie Guzman
Until Bylaws, a mission statement and purpose have been set, the Committee agreed to meet
in October and November and then re-evaluate in January.
Chair Guzman moved that the Committee meet October 18 at 3:00 pm and November 15 at
3:00 pm. Vice Chair Reynolds seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Baker reminded everyone that Mr. Harpel is the Liaison for the committee and to direct
any inquiries to him or the City Clerk directly.
10) ADJOURNMENT Chair Valerie Guzman
Councilperson Smith motioned for adjournment. Vice Chair Reynolds seconded. Motion
passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 3:47 pm
Agenda
SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
AGENDA
DATE: September 20, 2021
TIME: 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION: City Hall Conference Room
1 Public Square, 4th Floor
1) CALL TO ORDER City Attorney Lance Baker
2) ATTENDANCE City Attorney Lance Baker
3) INTRODUCTIONS Mayor Joe Pitts
4) PURPOSE OF BOARD City Attorney Lance Baker
5) RULES AND PROCEDURES City Attorney Lance Baker
6) ELECTION OF OFFICERS City Attorney Lance Baker
7) ADOPTION OF BYLAWS Chair
8) DISCUSSION: Recyclops Chair
9) MEETING SCHEDULE Chair
10) ADJOURNMENT Chair
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SUSTAINABILITY BOARD
MEMBER CONTACT INFORMATION
Valerie Guzman vguzman@uwgcr.og July 21 - June 23
Non-Profit in Good Standing (931)249-3146
3498 Southwood Dr.
Clarksville, TN 37042
Travis Holleman travis.holleman@cityofclarksville.com July 21 - June 24
City Council (931)561-6314
1283 Jostin Drive
Clarksville, TN 37040
Jimmy Mann jimmy@jtmjarchitecture.com July 21 - June 24
City Resident (931)338-0226
108 Glenwood Drive
Clarksville, TN 37040
Chris Rasnic district17@mcgtn.net July 21 - June 24
County Commission (931)624-3786
1018 Tolliver Road
Clarksville, TN 37040
Karen Reynolds karen.reynolds@cityofclarksville.com July 21 - June 22
City Council (931)980-7345
700 West Creek Dr
Clarksville, TN 37040
Bert Singletary singbuild1@yahoo.com July 21 - June 22
City Resident (931)542-9931
127 Center Pointe Drive
Clarksville, TN 37040
Wanda Smith wanda.smith@cityofclarksville.com July 21 - June 23
City Council (629)333-9556
523 Poston Street
Clarksville, 37040
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Bill Harpel bill.harpel@cityofclarksville.com
(931)648-6145
Olivia Herron herrono@apsu.edu
(931)467-6437
Carlye Sommers cmsommers@mcgtn.net
(931)245-1867
Lisa Canfield lisa.canfield@cityofclarksville.com
(931) 648-6121
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Recycling for those who want it.
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Who We Are
Makes recycling available to people
that do not have access to programs.
Uber-Like Model
Recyclops' proprietary driver &
collection system
Provides Well Paying Jobs
Average of $25 per hour
Tip Fee Savings for Towns
Cuts down on trash entering the landfill
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120+ cities
with Recyclops customer in
15 states
who recycle
>250,000 lbs
monthly
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How it Works:
For Customers
Easy Online Sign-Up
Each community has its own website
Location Activation After 100 Sign-Ups
Usually within 2-4 weeks of
announcement
Pick-Ups Begin Immediately
Like any subscription service we are
100% focused on customer service
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Bag Your Recyclables *
*In your Recyclops provided bags
Place Bags Outside of Your Home
on your assigned pick-up day
We'll Do the Rest
We'll stop by on your recycling day,
and if you ever need additional pick-
ups, just let us know!
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How it Works:
Pick-Ups
We use technology & local drivers
with pick-up trucks
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Cost Accepted Materials
Paper, plastic containers, cardboard,
$12/month *
metal cans & newsprint **
for every other week pick-ups
$20/month *
for every week pick-ups
*represents average pricing
** glass collection service may also be
available in your area
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Why Recyclops?
We Operate Where
Small Trucks= Low Impact
Others Cant
By using standard pick-up
Recyclops Can Operate in trucks, Recyclops emits 5x less
Partnership with the City CO2 per home than trash
trucks.
or as a completely independent
company who contract directly This also leads to less wear and
with residents. tear on city roads.
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Community Organization Involvement
Environmental Groups
Gives the Public
Neighborhood Groups/Boards the Opportunity
Schools & Churches to "Do the Right
Youth Groups - BSA, Girl Scouts Thing"
Senior Groups - AARP
Reduce
Reuse
Housing Developments/ HOA Recycle
Programs
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Dennis Wise
Vice President of Sales
dennis@recyclops.com
(919) 796-9221
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