Citizens' Community Enhancement Commission

MINUTES MEETING OF THE CITIZENS’ COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMISSION CITY OF DEKALB August 3, 2015 The Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission (CCEC) of the City of DeKalb, Illinois held a regular meeting on Monday, August 3, 2015 in the Haish Conference Room of the DeKalb Municipal Building, 200 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, Illinois. The meeting to order at 4:07 p.m. ROLL CALL Roll was recorded by Deputy City Clerk Julie Abraham, and the following members of the Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission were present: Cohen Barnes, Mike Mooney, Brad Pietens, Lisa Small, Bob Boey (arrived at 4:08 p.m.) and Deborah Booth. Absent was Chair Susan Johnson, Brad Hoey, and Camyle Tate. Also present were: Management Analyst Lauren Stott and Deputy City Clerk Julie Abraham. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION Mr. Barnes moved to approve the Agenda; seconded by Mr. Pietens. Motion carried on voice vote. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None BUSINESS 1. Yards of Distinction Presentation Update A discussion took place whether this award is only for individuals or is inclusive of businesses. Based on prior discussions, it was determined businesses were intended to be part of this award and will continue to be appropriate for submission. Mr. Pietens provided a submission deadline for the next Yards of Distinction Awards. 2. Historical Marker Proposal Update (DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association) Management Analyst Stott stated the proposed intergovernmental agreement with the Park District passed at the July 27, 2015 Council meeting. She thanked Ms. Small for her efforts to expedite the intergovernmental agreement in order to attain the CCEC’s goal to have this completed for Corn Fest. Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission August 3, 2015 Page 2 of 2 3. Rainworks Rain-Activated Art Project Update Going forward this item will be referred to as the Liquid Sunshine Project. Management Analyst Stott stated the City is able to fund $1,500 for this project. The CCEC will need to provide a brief proposal for the Council. Ms. Small stated the Park District can fund $500 but will need a proposal as well. Mr. Barnes will contact OC Imageworks to draft a proposal. Discussion ensued regarding location. Mr. Barnes will provide the suggestions to OC Imageworks but may have to use his discretion to get this done within the timeframe. 4. Strategic Plan Community Conversations Management Analyst Stott provided an update and thanked the CCEC for their efforts in promoting these meetings. ADJOURNMENT MOTION Mr. Mooney moved to adjourn the meeting; seconded by Mr. Barnes. Motion carried on voice vote. The meeting adjourned at 4:44 p.m. JULIE ABRAHAM, DEPUTY CITY CLERK Approved by Citizens’ Community Enhancement Commission October 19, 2015