6.1. SR 09-19-2011El REQUEST FOR ACTION
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To Item Number
Ci Council 6.1.
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Admuustration Se tember 19, 2011 Steve Benoit, Recreation Mana er
Item Description Reviewed by
Resolution Acknowledging Contribution by the Bank of Elk Robert Thistle, Ci Administrator
River Reviewed ~i
Action Requested
Council adoption and presentation of the attached resolution to The Bank of Elk River.
Background/Discussion
The Bank of Elk River contributed $14,000 to support special events and programs operated by the Elk
River Parks and Recreation Department. Attached is a resolution acknowledging and recognizing The
Bank of Elk River for their contribution.
Attachments
^ Resolution
Action Motion by Second by Vote
Follow Up
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RESOLUTION #I (-
RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING
CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE
CITY OF ELK RIVER
WHEREAS, the Ciry of Elk River is grateful to all civic groups, organizations, and
individuals for their contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River received a $14,000 donation from The Bank of Elk River
with the intent it be used by the Parks and Recreation Department for exclusive sponsorship
of the 2011 River's Edge Concert Series, Farmers Market, Chalk-It-Up, and Kidstock Special
Events as well as co-sponsors of other events; and
WHEREAS, the Ciry of Elk River recognizes that The Bank of Elk River:
• Has been a community bank fox more than 126 years
• Is the oldest bank in Sherburne County
• Provides true community banking services to the Elk River community
WHEREAS, the Ciry of Elk River recognizes The Bank of Elk River in proactively
supporting and contributing to civic and municipal causes; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River recognizes The Bank of Elk River for encouraging and
supporting its employees in volunteering and dedication to the community; and
WHEREAS, the Ciry of Elk River acknowledges that The Bank of Elk River has
independently or exclusively provided financial support for the Downtown Riverfront
Concert Series for three years; and
WHEREAS, the Ciry of Elk River recognizes The Bank of Elk River .fox its integrity,
dedication and loyalty in supporting the Elk River community by helping to provide free
quality entertainment; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Ciry Council of the Ciry of Elk River,
by at least atwo-thirds vote, to acknowledge the financial support and commend the Bank
of Elk River for their community focus and good corporate citizenship and leadership.
Passed and adopted by the City Council of the Ciry of Elk River this 19th day of September,
2011.
John J. Dietz, Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, Ciry Clerk