# 2026-09-15 Village of Villa Park G.R.E.E.N. Commission Meeting

The Village of Villa Park G.R.E.E.N. Commission held a meeting on September 15, 2026, focusing primarily on environmental initiatives and community engagement activities. Key procurement-related discussions included planning for promotional materials such as environmentally friendly magnets to support the commission's campaigns, with a budget approval process involving the village manager's spending limit. The commission also discussed organizing educational workshops on composting, coordinating volunteer efforts for the annual pumpkin smash event to divert organic waste from landfills, and potential cleanup events for local parks and public spaces. Motions were passed to approve social media posts and webpage content promoting green initiatives, with recommendations to submit proposals for budget approval for physical promotional items. Additionally, there was preliminary discussion about encouraging energy efficiency in village buildings, potentially influencing future procurement or construction standards.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Environment, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [2026-09-15 Village of Villa Park G.R.E.E.N. Commission Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yltBlCJvGa4) - Village of Villa Park