Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission's purpose is to enhance the quality of life of its residents through the study and promotion of sustainable practices that conserve natural resources and protect the environment. The Mission and Organization of the Village Sustainability Commission can be found here. Review the guide to Sustainable Living

Sustainability Commission Members   

Member Term Expires
Susan Charrette, Co-Chair  4/30/25 (Chair); 4/30/25 (Member)
Gary Lennon, Co-Chair  4/30/25 (Chair); 4/30/27 (Member)
Jeff Veazie  4/30/25
Jamie Hayley  4/30/27
Manolo Avalos  4/30/28
Louise Mezzatesta

 4/30/27

Benjamin Kadlec

 4/30/27

The Intent and purpose of the Commission shall be to (1) Promote the protection of the public's health, safety and welfare as it relates to environmental sustainability, (2) Promote the conservation of natural resources and protection of the environment, and (3) Acquire and disseminate technical information relative to the environment and natural resources.  The duties of the Commission shall be to (1) Collect general environmental and/or technical information as may pertain to the quality of life within the Village as it relates to environmental sustainability and to make such material available to the President and Board of Trustees, (2) Alert the President and Board of Trustees to State and Federal laws and regulations relative to environmental sustainability which may require attention and/or action on the part of the Village, (3) Make recommendations to the President and Board of Trustees for adoption of policies, programs and/or goals which would improve or sustain the environment of the Village and which would not conflict with State or Federal laws or regulations, and (4) Perform such duties and functions as may be requested of it by the President and Board of Trustees which are within or reasonably related to the Commission's general powers and duties.


Upcoming meetings

  1. Dec 10 Tue

    Sustainability Commission Meeting

    07::00PM, Village Hall - 400 Park Avenue - River Forest - IL - COMMUNITY ROOM

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  2. Jan 14 Tue

    Sustainability Commission Meeting

    07::00PM, Village Hall - 400 Park Avenue - River Forest - IL - COMMUNITY ROOM

  3. Feb 11 Tue

    Sustainability Commission Meeting

    07::00PM, Village Hall - 400 Park Avenue - River Forest - IL - COMMUNITY ROOM

  4. Mar 11 Tue

    Sustainability Commission Meeting

    07::00PM, Village Hall - 400 Park Avenue - River Forest - IL - COMMUNITY ROOM

  5. Apr 8 Tue

    Sustainability Commission Meeting

    07::00PM, Village Hall - 400 Park Avenue - River Forest - IL - COMMUNITY ROOM

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