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Maywood board authorizes fall festival planning; trustee raises concerns about $11,000 vendor check
Summary
Trustees authorized planning for Maywood Fest (Sept. 13–15, 2019) including engaging Chicago Special Events and Music Quest Entertainment to coordinate major items; Trustee A. Sanchez opposed the motion citing questions about an $11,000 payment.
The Village of Maywood Board of Trustees voted May 21 to move forward with planning Maywood Fest scheduled for Sept. 13–15, 2019, authorizing staff to seek sponsorships and to engage a carnival and music talent coordinator. The motion, made by Trustee Isiah Brandon and seconded by Trustee H. Yarbrough, passed with one dissenting vote from Trustee A. Sanchez.
Trustee Sanchez asked for clarity on a referenced $11,000 payment that would require issuing a check above the $10,000 threshold; Mayor’s Executive Assistant Jonette Greenhow explained that the check would be issued to Chicago Special Events and Music Quest Entertainment, which would coordinate major festival elements and pursue sponsors. Trustee K. Wellington raised concerns about the ADHOC Committee’s responsibilities; Greenhow said sponsors from last year’s Village Fest remain involved.
The minutes reflect that the motion carried with Mayor Edwenna Perkins and Trustees H. Yarbrough, I. Brandon, K. Wellington and M. Lightford voting in favor and Trustee Sanchez voting no. No direct verbatim quotes are recorded in the minutes; the account reflects actions and questions summarized by the clerk.
