2022-08-09 - Buffalo Grove Days Committee - Minutes BG Days Committee Meeting
August 9, 2022
Robert Broussard, Arnie Brown, Chuck Burgess,
Wendy Friedman, Don Geno, Judy Geno,
Shari Ginsberg, Paulette Greenberg, Howard Hoffman,
Frank Horbus, Chris Krase Ken Lazar, ,
Beth Nudelman, Rodney Odelson, Les Ottenheimber,
Doug Primack, Jane Primack, Debbie Rybarczyk,
JV Springman, Marc Spunt, Josh Wallace,
Jim Warnstedt, Joe Welter, Tom Wisniewski,
Paul Zucker,
The meeting was called to order at 7:03
The minutes of the last meeting were discussed. Rodney made a motion to accept the
minutes. Howard seconded the motion. The motion was carried.
Chairman's Report: Paulette Greenberg/JV Springman
Paulette and JV had no report.
Police: Robert Broussard/Tara Anderson/Frank Horbus
Bobby stated that they are getting the schedule together for all the staffing. They will be
ready to go.
Paulette asked about the parking passes. Bobby stated he was waiting to hear from the
committee. Paulette stated that she would provide him with a list.
Parade: Jackie Beegun/Rodney Odelson
The Parade has been cancelled.
Community Walk: Evan Mitchell
Chuck was reporting for Evan who could not attend.
The Blood Drive will be on Saturday at the Alcott Center.
Evan continues to plan the community walk. As of now, the plan is for it to begin at
Willow Stream Park at 8 AM, cross the bridge to Rylko Park and end at the pancake
breakfast tent. Chuck said that there will be a need for volunteers along the route. Chuck
had a map of the path they will take There will be signage with a QR code for people to
donate to the Highland Park Community Fund.
The pancake breakfast will begin at 8:30 AM.
Howard asked if there will be people stationed along the way with water as needed.
Paul asked if First Aid needs to be present.
Judy asked if CERT volunteers will be needed. She also asked about the location of the
First Aid tent, which will be near the Info Booth.
Paulette asked where the residents who only want to attend the pancake breakfast will
park. There will be no buses running at that time. Chuck responded that residents can
park in the Buffalo Grove Fitness Center lot.
Mobile Com: Paul Zucker
Paul stated that he wants more information for Mobil Com and CERT about the
community walk. Chuck stated that he would contact Even and get answers to Paul.
Fun and Food: Debbie Verson/Judy Samuels
Judy emailed Jane stating that neither herself or Debbie could attend the meeting.
There are no updates other than she sent Jane the shuttle signup sheet as they still have
about 50% of the driving opportunities open at this time. Jane passed around the sign-up
list for the Courtesy shuttle.
Fire Department: Joe Welter
Joe asked about food trucks, how many there were and if there was enough distance
between them.
It was asked if the vendors were required to get fire extinguisher training. Joe stated that
they should know how to use them. When asked, Chuck told Joe that in total for the
weekend, there were 5 non truck vendors. Friday would have the maximum number of 4.
Joe said that the trucks should have their own fire extinguishers.
Joe said he would bring a couple and spread them out over the space for the trucks and
tents. It was stated that there is a mandate that food trucks must have a fire extinguisher.
For nonfood truck vendors, the Park District needs to make sure the propane tanks are
outside the tents.
When asked, Joe was told that the BBQ challenge would run Saturday 1-5. He stated that
he has received no notification for fire extinguishers. He will provide some. Don said that
the set up would be the same as in 2017, a horseshoe format.
So far, Don has 10 grillers spaced 10 feet apart.
Joe also said that he would bring the main stage fire extinguishers.
Sponsorship: Wendy Friedman/Mike Terson
Erika sent in her report to Jane.
The Park District has raised $35,500 from 25 donors, with a few outstanding
payments. There is one "in kind" donor to the Beverage Tent. Wendy's cut off date
is August 20 for money received for them get their name on the board of donors.
Money will be accepted past that point with noting of the donation only on the
website.
If the committee has any leads on potential sponsors not yet reached, please let
Wendy know. A full list of sponsors can be found on the website.
They met with the Village of Buffalo Grove on signage needs and they should be
all set.
Public Works: Chris Krase
Chris stated that things are progressing as they should be.
Paulette asked about the feather signs. Chris stated that some of them look worse for wear.
He is not sure if he will be using them.
Food Trucks: Amanda Busch/Megan Baird/Don Geno
The Food Trucks are booked. We have created a waitlist for trucks trying to get in
and will let them know if they have any cancellations and/or open space, but at this
point, they are maxed out as far as layout is concerned.
Truck Thursday Friday Saturday Saturday Sunday Sunday Monday Monday
Name AM PM AM PM AM PM
A Sweet's X X X
Girl
Billy X X X X X X
Brick's
Churros
Y X X
Chocolate
Da Local X X X X X X
Boy
Dope X X X X X
Sandwich
Fire &
Smoke X X X X
BBQ
Flynn D
City Grub X X X X X
- TENT
HD
Cuisine - X X X X X X
TENT
Joey's X X X X X X X
Red Hots
Kona Ice X X X X X **F
& F
Mario's X X X X X X
Cart
Michael's X **F
Catering - X X X X X & F
TENT
Riobamba
Latin X X X
Kitchen
Rise &
Dine - X
TENT
Serna's X X X X X X X
Grill
Victoria's
Sweets & X X X
Eats -
TENT
4 14 13 13 10 13 1 4
Don is asking for an accurate layout. Chuck will get an updated one out as soon as
completed.
Beverages/Beer Sales: Dani Hoefle/TJ Wilkes
The alcoholic beverages will be $6 each and non-alcoholic will be $3.
On tap there will be Modelo, Anti-Hero, Miller Lite, Summer Shandy, and Blue
Moon. They will have the mini bottles of Pinot Grigio and Cabernet Sauvignon.
There will also be Mikes Hard Lemonade, White Claw mango & black cherry.
They have not yet determined if they will also have a RTD (ready to drink) option.
We will make a determination in the next week or so.
They are working with Liquid Love to see if they could provide a jockebox to serve
their beer. Right now, they are willing to sell their Oktoberfest style beer.
The Park District has ordered their supplies (cups, wristbands, tickets).
Howard asked about water for the volunteers. Chuck said there would be water for
the volunteers.
Chuck said they are trying to do a hard cider but it cannot be run through the same
tubes as the beer.
Chuck said he is pretty sure they will be selling on Monday. A couple of Park
District people have volunteered to work those days.
Business Fair/Arts and Crafts: Brad Schencker
Brad was not present.
Wendy stated that she talked to Brad who told her there were 20 vendors, more craft based,
some business based. They lowered the application fee to get more registrants.
Set Up/Take Down: Public Works
Chris stated that it is under control.
Kids Craft Tent: Lindsay Grandt/Brian O'Malley/Jimmy Mix/Jane Primack
The Kids 90 is going well. The kid's crafts, face paint and balloon animals will be under
three pop-ups (2 for crafts, 1 for contractors).
The entertainers have been booked and performances will be from 1:30— 2:15 pm.
Saturday Nanny Nikki will be performing and Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots will be
performing on Sunday.
Big Deal/Studio 83 performances will run from 2:30— 3 pm.
Grilling Challenge: Jackie Beegun/Don Geno
Don stated that he has 10 grillers with 32 plates.
The question was raised as to how many judges does he need.
Paulette stated that they can only judge 2 items as in the past, people ended up with an
upset stomach when judging too many items.
Entertainment: TJ Wilkes/Mike Terson
Erika emailed Jane that there was nothing new.
Technical Production: Doug Primack/Adam Moodhe
Doug stated that we will have sound and video walls. Doug said that he and Adam are
working with Erika on info for the video walls.
Doug said that the video switching equipment was approved for rental and Sound Works,
the sound company will provide the needed equipment.
Marketing/Publicity Mike Terson/Jennifer Johns/Wendy Friedman/Marc Spunt
All updates have been made to the website. They are waiting for final marketing
information/pieces for Sunday's activities (the walk and the pancake breakfast).
The Park District asked that committee members please send an email
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Wendy wants pictures for social media, pictures for each event.
Wendy stated that she will be taking pictures all weekend.
Clicks and Shutters: Marian Rodriquez
Marian was not present.
Car Show: Marian Rodriquez
Marian was not present.
Paulette stated that Marian has passed out flyers at various car shows. Prizes have not yet
been ordered.
Information Booth Debbie Rybarczyk
Jane will create sign list for the Info Booth.
Carnival: Paulette Greenberg
Paulette stated that the prices for tickets and wrist bands have been uploaded to the village
website.
Village Liaison: Mike Skibbe
Mike-was not present.
Trustee Liaison: Andy Stein/Les Ottenheimer
Les said that he has no comments.
Your 2 Cents Worth: All committee members
Chuck stated that the August 30 meeting will be held at the Alcott Center, 530 Bernard
Drive, for safety training for all committee members. It will be held in rooms 10 and 11
and will be at 7:00.
It will be an overview for big festivals for safety in light of recent problems with large
public gatherings.
Bobby asked who was listed for the Police to run this training. Chuck responded that it is
Tara and the police department
Areas for Volunteer Help
Back Stage Help: 2 Volunteers each shift, Duties: help bands load in/out, make
sure coolers are stocked, general backstage help with main stage team
6 -10:30 - Friday
3:30— 7 pm- Saturday/Sunday
7 pm - 10:30 - Saturday/Sunday
Food Truck Check-in: 1 Volunteer each shift, Duties: check-in food trucks upon
arrival, ensure they park and set-up in the correct location, help them with general
questions/needs
5 PM—Thursday
5 PM—Friday
12 PM— Saturday
5 PM— Saturday
12 PM— Sunday
5 PM— Sunday
8:30 AM— Monday
11:30 AM— Monday
Beverage Tent: 1 Volunteer each shift, Duties: help serve non-alcoholic beverages
under the beverage tent (if TIPs trained, they could help with all drink service)
Shifts are still being worked on, but overall, you would be looking at a very similar
timeline to food truck check-in above. Monday is still TBD.
Joe asked if in the large tent, there will just be tables and chairs. He asked about no
smoking signs. Public Works will put them in.
Rodney made a motion to adjourn. Sheri seconded the motion.
The meeting was adjourned at.7:46.
Respectfully submitted,
Jane Primack
Secretary
Remaining meetings
August 16
August 30
BG Days 2022 September 1st through 5th, 2022