Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council (CEIC)

Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council (CEIC) 

Alden J. Cleanthes-Chair Rogard Ross-Vice Chair Amy Weber Bob J. Fountain Carol G. Praissman C.T. Cowling Edward L. Bradley Elizabeth F. Vaughn Heather Barlow

Jack J. Elder Jean K. Pfaehler Michael S. Flint Oralie D. Wilhite Roxanne J. Stonecypher Tabitha T. Eddy-Secretary Vikki Barnette Wayne S. Jones

History:
The CEIC was formed in 1983 by then-Mayor Sidney M. Oman. Prior to that, there are records from 1978 indicating that the Council was known as the Litter Control Council under Mayor Marian P. Whitehurst. 

Purpose:
The purpose of the Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council shall be to promote interest in the general improvement of the environment of Chesapeake thereby making Chesapeake a cleaner place to live.

Mission:
To promote litter prevention, recycling, and beautification by providing citizens an opportunity to get involved at the grassroots level. 

Membership:

Eighteen volunteers are appointed by the Mayor to serve three-year terms on the governing board. However, thousands of other volunteers are actively involved in CEIC projects and sub-committees. Visitors are welcome to attend CEIC monthly meetings.

More Information:

For information or questions about the Chesapeake Environmental Improvement Council (CEIC) or its projects, contact Special Programs in the Department of Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism at:
Phone: 757-382-6411  |   Fax: 757-277-9365
Email: SpecialPrograms@cityofchesapeake.net
Address: 1224 Progressive Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320