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Village Green Committee and Farmers Market

2026last touched · 8 source resolutions
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Resolutions establishing and appointing members to the Village Green Committee, and authorizing the village farmers market, parking agreements, and related operational policies.
Synthesis written as-of 2026-05-10. A time-bounded clause in this rule expires on 2026-12-31
In force, by year of last update
2026this year
Village Green Committee 2026 Liaison Appointment
Trustee Frances Uku is appointed as the Board Liaison to the Village Green Committee for the term ending 12/31/26.[8]
Village Green Committee 2026 Chairperson Appointment
Tara Barrett is appointed as Chairperson of the Village Green Committee for the term ending 12/31/26.[8]
Village Green Committee 2026 Member Appointments
The following members are appointed to the Village Green Committee for terms ending 12/31/26: Brenda Cagle, Jim Cashen, Joy Glass, Kevin Joseph McGinnis, and David Pearson.[8]
Village Green Committee 2026 Meeting Schedule
Village Green Committee meetings for 2026 are scheduled for 1/15/26, 4/16/26, 7/16/26, and 9/17/26 at 6pm at Village Hall.[8]
2025
Village Green Committee Authorization
The Village Green Committee is authorized under Chapter 179-4 of the Village Code to administer the Community Forestry Program. The Committee consists of three appointed officers and additional members, all of whom must be Village residents, with a Board liaison appointed by the mayor.[7]
Village Green Committee Member Term Length
Officers and members of the Village Green Committee serve one (1) year terms, which are not subject to term limits.[7]
Village Green Committee Meeting Requirements
All Village Green Committee meetings shall be open to the public when a quorum is present. Agendas and minutes shall be kept and filed with the Village Clerk, and meetings shall be posted at least one week in advance.[7]
Village Green Committee Virtual Attendance Option
A virtual attendance option shall be made available for all scheduled Village Green Committee meetings, except for outdoor meetings.[7]
Community Forestry Program Administration
The Village Green Committee is charged with developing and administering the Community Forestry Program in collaboration with the DPW Foreman. The Committee shall advise the Board on recommended adjustments, organize the annual Arbor Day observance, maintain the tree inventory, adhere to Tree City USA guidelines, coordinate bench donations, and recommend additional projects.[7]
Community Forestry Program Per-Capita Budget
The Village will set aside a budget of at least $2 per capita for implementation of the Community Forestry Program.[7]
2012
Farmers Market Location and Hours
The Farmers Market is authorized to operate in the west side of the Village Parking Lot on Saturdays only from 10 AM to 2 PM. The market operates under an agreement with Key Bank for use of the parking lot.[4][5]
Farmers Market Vendor Spaces and Local Merchant Requirement
The Farmers Market is allocated 16 vendor spaces, with a 50% local merchant requirement under a Memorandum of Understanding with Louise Rose Table and Talent.[5]
Village Hall Saturday Bathroom Access for Farmers Market
Village Hall is opened on Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM to provide public access to the Village's ADA-compliant bathrooms during the Farmers Market. Vendors are responsible for monitoring and cleaning the Village Hall during this time.[3][4]
Additional Business Bathrooms for Farmers Market
Other business bathrooms in the area are also made available for public use during the Farmers Market.[4]
History · superseded or expired
2017
Village Green Committee — Michael Johnson Appointment
Michael Johnson was appointed to the vacant seat on the Village Green Committee left by the resignation of Julianna Pearson in 2017. Superseded by the 2025 and 2026 committee authorization and appointment resolutions.[6]
2010
Village Green Committee — Evelyn Krueger Resignation and Sally Dryer-McNulty Appointment
Evelyn Krueger resigned from the Village Green Committee and Sally Dryer-McNulty was appointed as her replacement in 2010. Superseded by subsequent membership resolutions.[2]
2008
Village Green Board — David Seymour Removal
David Seymour was removed from the Village Green Board in 2008. Superseded by subsequent membership changes.[1]
Village Green Board — Evelyn Krueger, Brenda Cagle, Jen Meleski Appointments
Evelyn Krueger, Brenda Cagle, and Jen Meleski were added to the Village Green Board in 2008. Evelyn Krueger subsequently resigned; Brenda Cagle's current appointment is governed by footnote 8.[1]
Source resolutions
  1. [1]2008-06-02Village Green Board membership changes
  2. [2]2010-07-12Village Green Committee Appointment
  3. [3]2012-05-07Village Hall Saturday bathroom access
  4. [4]2012-05-07Farmers market authorization and operations
  5. [5]2012-05-17Farmers Market Agreement with Key Bank and MOU
  6. [6]2017-08-14Appoint Michael Johnson to Village Green Committee
  7. [7]2025-06-09RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE RED HOOK VILLAGE GREEN COMMITTEE
  8. [8]2026-01-12RESOLUTION TO APPOINT VILLAGE GREEN COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR 2026

Synthesized from the chronological history of these resolutions. Each clause shows the year it was last established or amended. The text is a reading aid — for legal force, consult the source resolutions and the Village Code.