HRC Minutes 2006 11-15-06 United City of Yorkville
Human Resource Commission
Meeting Minutes of November 15, 2006
Location: Police Department Conference Room
Called to Order:
Diana called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Quorum established
Members present were: Ex-officio Members
Tom Zerante Sgt. Greg Siebenaller
Lorene Frieders Jim Bock, Alderman
Cecelia Sanders Glory Spies, City of Yorkville
Diana Lento-Reidy
Madonna Bialek Members absent were:
Dana Jones
Jeff Grezlik
Citizens - Guests: None
Approval of Minutes: No minutes available.
Committee Reports:
City Liaison Report: No report. Diana stated that December 8`h is the City Christmas
Walk.
Mayor's Report: Glory reported that the United City of Yorkville will be celebrating the
501h anniversary of the uniting of Bristol Station and Yorkville next year. Russ Hughes,
one of the original workers on this incorporation still lives in Bristol and she believes he
should be a part of the celebration. The Kendall Arts Guild has expressed an interest in
making banners for this event. Diana asked about possibly planting a tree in
commemoration of the event.
City Council: No report.
Recreation Department Report: None
Library Board Report: None
School Report: None
New Business:
Glory commented on the Emergency Services Memorial that has been suggested by the
Mayor. A suggestion was received from Erich Schoedl for a bronze statue of a fireman
with a child, and a lantern that would shine a light across/over the Fox River(but not high
enough to disturb houses on the other side).
HRC members thought that this idea would only commemorate one branch of the
emergency services, excluding police, EMS, and military service. Military are now
recognized at the eternal flame in the City Park. The Junior Women's Club has offered to
take on a project and this might be something they could do. The idea of a labyrinth with
emblems of the emergency forces and
military at the comers might be an idea, along with a lantern in the center, to show, as
Mr. Schoedl stated, `safety, protection, freedom, sacrifice, as well as harmony with
nature.'
More ideas will be considered as they are submitted.
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The name of James Armour Lawyer was submitted for consideration for a Historic Street
Name. It was the considered opinion of those present that there was no `significant
contribution' to the City in the application. Glory will contact Mrs. Lawyer and send her
a copy of the criteria.
The Old Barn Museum submitted a brochure for the Visitor's Center. Diana said this was
a wonderful place, with much information on arrowheads and other history. Cecelia
motioned to accept, Diana seconded. Approved.
Glory presented a request for an ad for an upcoming event. There was discussion as to
whether HRC could do other than approve use of City property/buildings. In the past,
there were a limited number of sponsorships,with a limit of$250,but the group has
never approved ad space for anything.
Glory suggested that Russ Hughes might be considered for a Historic Street Name as he
was one of the persons who developed the plan to unite the two towns. Madonna
suggested the first Aldermen in the United City of Yorkville be considered for their work
on the plan. They or their families could be invited to the 50`h celebration.
The letter and form for Volunteer Opportunities information was reviewed. These will be
sent out to organizations, churches, groups, who are looking for volunteers, or who may
have volunteers to help others. When the forms are returned, Glory will make up a
database for volunteer needs so that when people call/come in looking for volunteer
ideas, she can present the list. She will re-do the letter and Cele will re-do the form and it
will be reviewed next month.
Old Business:
Senior Police Academy—Madonna reported that it had a very good turnout, and all those
present were happy with the content of the programs. Thanks also to Panera Bread for the
donation of the many lunches. One problem was not enough tables for people to eat at so
most had to balance food on their laps. The other problem was the presentation on fraud
should have been held in a larger room as there was `standing room only.'
Tom asked that we consider changing or amending the criteria for Historical Street
Names to include people in the City who live to be 100 and/or those very elderly people
who have lived in Yorkville all of their lives. The Kendall County Record may have a
listing or could develop one.
Greg mentioned the Civil War Veteran who was reburied from Aurora to Yorkville in the
past few weeks.
Greg made a motion to Adjourn, Lorene seconded. Adjourned at 7:05 p.m.
NOTE—Next meetinr will be Wednesday,December 13M. brim monev to contribute
for Pizza, and, if you wish, brine some cookies for dessert
Minutes submitted by Cecelia Sanders