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Ordinance No. 2011- 13
An Ordinance adding Chapter 2.35
Farmers Market Committee
To the Municipal Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove is a home rule unit of government pursuant to the
Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove deems it in the public interest to coordinate an
annual Farmers Market in Buffalo Grove; and
WHEREAS, Farmers Markets provide an opportunity to bring locally grown produce to the
community and encourage healthy eating and living; and
WHEREAS, Farmers Markets provide direct education about the relationship between land
use, food production and the efficient delivery of produce directly to consumers.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. There is added to the Municipal Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove, Chapter
2.35 which is to read as follows:
CHAPTER 2.35
FARMERS MARKET COMMITTEE
Sections:
2.35.010 Farmers Market Committee Created
2.35.020 Purposes
2.35.030 Membership
2.35.040
Duties
2.35.050
Meetings
2.35.060
Municipal Personnel and Agencies to Assist
SECTION 2.35.010 FARMERS MARKET COMMITTEE CREATED
A committee to coordinate a Farmers Market is hereby created which shall hereinafter be known as
the "Farmers Market Committee."
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SECTION 2.35.020 PURPOSE
The purpose of the Farmers Market Committee shall include the following:
A. To coordinate a Farmers Market in Buffalo Grove for the approximate time period of
June through September each year.
B. To enrich the community and encourage citizens to increase consumption of healthy,
locally grown fruits, vegetables and other locally produced foods.
C. To promote farm grown items including but not limited to fruits, vegetables and flowers.
SECTION 2.35.030 MEMBERSHIP
The Farmers Market Committee shall consist of a minimum of five (5) individuals. A majority of the
Farmers Market Committee members shall be Village residents. Preference for membership shall
be given to individuals as follows:
A. Buffalo Grove residents as set forth in section 2.03.060, except as otherwise provided
in this Code.
B. An individual employed within the Village.
C. Individuals that have an identified expertise or special consideration as recommended
by the Farmers Market Committee Chair notwithstanding they are not residents of the
Village.
All appointments shall be subject to approval of the Corporate Authorities.
SECTION 2.35.040 DUTIES
The Farmers Market Committee shall perform and exercise the following duties:
A. Coordinate with the Buffalo Grove Park District and other governmental entities as
appropriate to coordinate the Farmers Market in the Village.
B. Promote the Farmers Market in Buffalo Grove and seek to have varied Farmers Market
vendors providing a variety of locally grown or locally produced items including but not
limited to fruits, vegetables and flowers.
C. Coordinate events rich with a variety of vendors, and programs to encourage healthy
living and a healthy lifestyle.
D. Coordinate public and private partnerships to enhance the Farmers Market in the
Village.
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SECTION 2.35.050 MEETINGS
The Farmers Market Committee shall hold regular meetings as needed at a date and time to be
determined by the Committee.
SECTION 2.35.060 MUNICIPAL PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES TO ASSIST
The facilities of the Village government shall be made available to the Farmers Market. Village
officials, personnel and agencies shall cooperate with the Farmers Market Committee in
accomplishing the objectives and purposes set forth herein to the fullest extent allowed by Village
ordinance and state and federal law.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval.
AYES: 6 — Braimman, Glover, Brman, Trilling. Sussman, Stone
NAYES: 0 — None
ABSENT: 0 — None
PASSED: Mach 21, 2011.
APPROVED: March 21 , 2011
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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APPROVED:
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Village President
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