Youth Commission

APPROVED MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHBROOK YOUTH COMMISSION VILLAGE OF NORTHBROOK Wednesday, August 15, 2012 “LEAD, SERVE, SHINE” Chairman Pro Tem Gary Moriello called the meeting to order at 7:02pm in the Development and Planning Services Conference Room at the Village Hall. In attendance were: Adult Members: Sharon Weingarten, Sandie Huberty, Michael Shore, Lauren Schifferdecker. Student Youth Commission Members: Adam Wagner, Ryan Wagner, Amanda Mawrence, Andy Han, Ethan Matlin, Kent Steinberg, Ross Steinberg, Grace Elisco, Allison Kaplan, Emily Schwandner. Also in Attendance: Village Liaison Kendal E. Maltas Not in Attendance: Chair Carla Slawson-Martens, Harrison Marick, Casey Luc, Josh Tolmatsky, Peter Szemraj and Maddie Serota. WELCOME All graciously were welcomed. MINUTES Chairman Pro Tem Moriello asked for a review of the meeting minutes for May 23, 2012 . Member R.Steinberg moved to approve the minutes, seconded by E. Matlin. On voice vote, the motion carried. HEAR FROM AUDIENCE No Report. New members A. Kaplan and E. Schwandner were welcomed to the Youth Commission. Member A. Mawrence provided a synopsis of the various activities and initiatives undertaken by the Commission. 2012-2013 AGENDA OF EVENTS OF PROJECTS Chairman Pro Tem noted that Member A. Mawrence did an excellent job reviewing the events and initiatives supported by the Commission. Member S. Weingarten suggested that we do more to promote the Youth Commission and what we do. Perhaps our website presence can be increased and more information can be added about the many accolades of our youth members. This suggestion received favorable response and will be discussed further at a future meeting. Member S. Weingarten also suggested our Youth Members should note some of these items under the “Student Hot Topics” portion of our agenda. Staff Liaison Maltas noted how well the annual report was received last year and suggested that the Commission begin work on another report soon. This will be discussed further at an upcoming meeting. Liaison Maltas also noted her intent to bring a summary of the Youth Forum discussions to the next meeting in order to continue forward progress on that project. MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE NORTHBROOK YOUTH COMMISSION August 15, 2012 Page 2 of 2 Member A. Han brought up the concept of offering a Youth Scholarship. The idea was well received and Member A. Mawrence stated that she would pick up a standard scholarship application from the college counselors office at GBN for the Commission’s review. 9/11 POLICE AND FIRE APPRECIATION BBQ Chairman Pro Tem Moriello stated that there were two dates available for this event: Sunday, September 9 or Sunday, September 16. The consensus of the group was to hold it on Sunday, September 9 as that date was the closest to 9/11. Members were reminded that it is their responsibility to bring dessert to this event. STUDENT HOT TOPICS Youth Members noted that school will be back in session next week. MEMBER ANNOUCEMENTS Chairman Pro Tem Moriello reviewed the procedures for Operation Santa Claus and that he would have wish lists available at the October Commission meeting. ADJOURN With no further business, Member Wagner moved to close the meeting, seconded by Member Mawrence. On voice vote, the motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:20pm. Respectfully submitted, ________________ Kendal Maltas