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Green Task Force
September 28 , 2011 Meeting
Downey Library – Cormack Room
11121 Brookshire Ave., Downey CA 90241
I . CALL TO ORDER :
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Meeting was called to order at 4:07 PM.
Members Present: Sean Ashton, Bob Ciatti, Lars Clutterham, George Manza nilla,
Janet Molinaro (arr. 4:29pm), Patrick Owens, Alex Saab, Anna Valcarcel
Members Absent: Jonathan Cousimano, Jose Magana (excused)
Staff: Shannon DeLong, Staff Liaison, Office of the City Manager
II . CONSENT CALENDAR:
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It was moved by Mr. Ashton, s econded by Mr. Owens, and unanimously carried to
accept the August 24 minutes.
III. OLD BUSINESS:
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1. Green T ask Force report on outreach
(Short - Term Goal #2)
Chair Clutterham noted that he is continuing his column with the Downey Patriot
as an educatio nal feature outside of the Green Task Force, though topics are
aligned with certain Task Force goals.
2. W ebsite maintenance
(Short Term Goals #2 and #5)
Chair Clutterham noted the recent updates to the Task Force’s pages on the City
website and encouraged members to visit the page.
3. Report on FY 2011 - 12 focus on Transportation
(Long - Term Goal #2)
Chair Clutterham reported on his attendance at recent Southern California
Association of Governments (SCAG) meetings with regard to the Long Range
Transportation Plan and its bicycle, electric vehicle and public transportation
opportunities.
4. Report on Water Conservation Education/Outreach
(Short - Term Goal #3)
Due to time constraints , this item was removed from the agenda by Chair
Clutterham.
I. NEW BUSINES S:
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1. Report from Kiwanis Green Team
Alex Gaytan, a local educator and member of Downey Kiwanis, provided an
overview of a summertime program for children at Independence Park called the
Kiwanis Green Team. Local youth spent the summer participating in various litter
and graffiti clean - up projects, learned about the health impacts of smoking, obesity,
and pollution, and were encouraged to learn more about environment and health
concerns.
Downey City Councilmember Fernando Vasquez and Mr. Gaytan presente d
certificates from the City to members of the Kiwanis Green Team in appreciation of
their hard work and dedication over the summer. Green Team students spoke with
regard to their personal opinions on various environmental and health topics.
V. PUBLIC C OMMUNICATIONS:
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There were none.
VI. GREEN TASK FORCE COMMUNICATIONS
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There were none.
VII. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS:
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There were none.
VII. ADJOURNMENT:
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Adjournment: Meeting adjourned at 4:50 PM to 4 PM Wednesday, October 26 , 2011.
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Lars Clutterham, Chair Date