About Green Oakwood
Creating a lasting, positive impact upon our current and future environment through strong community partnerships and civic engagement in Oakwood and beyond.
Our Vision
To support a vibrant, healthy, sustainable and resilient community, where environmental protection is normalized by residents, service providers, and businesses, through the implementation of sustainable policies and practices, that promote a wholesome living environment for future generations in Oakwood and beyond.
Our Mission
Raising awareness and educating on the importance of sustainable practices, providing opportunities for positive action, advocating legislative change for ecosystem protection, and creating a lasting, positive impact upon our current and future environment through strong community partnerships and civic engagement in Oakwood and beyond.
What We Do
Green Oakwood was formed by, and is comprised of residents in Oakwood, Ohio who are passionate about leaving a resilient, healthy, and vibrant community for future generations through sustainable practices. We work toward this mission through civic engagement, education, andsustainability efforts. We are 100% a volunteer-based organization.
Civic Engagement
From committee meetings to social gatherings, we create spaces to share ideas, educate each other, and facilitate action. We then engage with the city government and other organizations (schools, library, etc.) to effect positive change in our community.
Education
We strive to be the sustainability information hub for the Oakwood residents. We keep you in the know about informative webinars or in-person events that are happening in our neighborhood. Head over to the Resources section to find helpful tips on living more sustainably. You can also find us at the Oakwood Farmer’s Market to ask us questions.
Sustainability Efforts
Whether it’s organizing Styrofoam or Holiday lights collections, reducing waste at city events, or managing the Wright Memorial Public Library’s native plant garden, we are constantly looking for volunteers, and innovative ways to put our sustainability concepts into action. Join our mailing list to be notified of opportunities to support local sustainability initiatives, or make your own suggestions.
Who We Are
Green Oakwood is group of Oakwood residents who wants to learn about, or contribute to realizing our sustainability vision and mission. Any interested resident of Oakwood can join Green Oakwood. You can simply show up to one of our Committee Meetings, or through the Join Us link on this website.
Here is a little bit more information about how we are organized, and how we operate:
The Board
The board meets quarterly, and is responsible for strategic planning, and governance of Green Oakwood.
(from bottom center, clockwise)
Honorary Adviser to the Board: Masha Kisel
Treasurer: Kate Chesar
Secretary: Melissa Brandfass
Communications: Shohei Shibata
Chair of the Board: Cheryl Lloyd
Recycling Chair: Laura Enzbrenner
Biodiversity Chair: Ramani Frank
The Committee
The Committee meets monthly for The Board to give high level briefs to attendees on the status of the organization and current activities, and to gather volunteer support and suggestions from the public for potential activities in the future. Before the beginning, and after the end of the structured part of most meetings, there will be an opportunity for socializing, brainstorming, or a brief on a topic of interest.
The Committee meetings are free and open for anyone interested to attend! Please check our calendar to view the schedule for our upcoming meeting. Or better yet, sign up to become a member and you will be notified via email.
Activity Groups
Based on what was identified in the Committee meetings, activity-specific groups are formed. They may meet separately, and of course… work together to get things done!
Activities may be very much hands-on (recycling events, planting the library garden, etc.), or more social and educational (Native Garden Group).
Socials
We also have casual get-togethers for the members to make connections and learn from each other. Check out our calendars or come to our Committee meetings to stay updated about our next social event!