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10.1. SR 02-02-2015 City of Elk - Request for Action River O. To Item Number Mayor and City Council 10.1 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by Work Session February 2, 2015 Jessica Miller, Executive Secretary/Deputy City Clerk Item Description Reviewed by Board/Commission Interviews Tina Allard, City Clerk Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested 1. Council to interview all applicants in attendance. 2. Council may make appointments at this meeting or wait until February 17. Background/Discussion The City Council considers board and commission appointments in February for terms beginning in March.All applicants have been notified of the interviews and asked to arrive by 7:00 p.m. These positions have been advertised since December through various marketing tools. Positions not filled will continue to be advertised. Appointments to the Energy City, Heritage Preservation,Parks and Recreation,Planning, and Utilities Commission are made by the City Council. Appointments to the Library Board,EDA,and HRA are Mayoral appointments,upon approval of the Council. Residency Requirements Planning Commission, Heritage Preservation Commission, and Utilities Commission applicants must reside within Elk River. Parks and Recreation Commission and Ice Arena Commission applicants do not need to reside in Elk River; however, city code states "it is expected that preference be given to city residents, but residency by itself shall not be a disqualification." Applicants to the Library Board must reside within Sherburne County. Residency is not a requirement for the Energy City Commission. Applicants Below is a list of board/commission applicants: P a w E A E U s r Template Updated 4/14 INIM UREI Library Board—1 open seat Fulfill Nicole Novotny's unexpired term to December 31, 2018. Britt Aamodt New applicant Nancy Krieg New applicant (Nicole Novotny resigned from the Library Board in November.) Energy City Commission—3 open seats (2) energy-related business representatives (1) Chamber of Commerce representative 3-year terms to expire February 28, 2018 Garrett Christianson New applicant Choices: PlanIner 1s', Parks 2nd,FCC 3rd Dennis Chuba Requesting reappointment -related business re (Scott Hagen did not seek reappointment.) Heritage Preservation Commission—2 open seats 3-year terms to expire February 28, 2018 Mike Nicholas New applicant Choices: Planning 1", HPC 2nd, Parks 3ra (Steve Rohlf and Marilyn VanPatten did not seek reappointment.) Ice Arena Commission—1 open seat (at-large representative) 3-year term to expire February 28, 2018 Kent Madsen New applicant (Ron Johnson did not seek reappointment.) Parks and Recreation Commission—3 open seats 3-year terms to expire February 28, 2018 David Anderson Requesting reappointment Resides in Big Lake Township Garrett Christianson New applicant Choices: Planning 1",Parks 2nd,FCC Yd David Kallemeyn Requesting reappointment Resides in Big Lake Township Mike Nicholas New applicant Choices: Planning 1", HPC 2nd, Parks 3rd Guenther Sagan Requesting reappointment Brad Thiel New applicant (Choices: Planning 1",Parks 2nd) rL—o—riZappa New applicant Resides in Big Lake Townshi N:\Public Bodies\Agenda Packets\02-02-2015\Final\Laserfiche\x10.1 sr Commission Appts.docx Planning Commission—3 open seats 3-year terms to expire February 28, 2018 Andrew Crook Requesting reappointment Garrett Christianson New applicant Choices: Planning 1St, Parks 2nd,FCC Yd Mark Konietzko Requesting reappointment Mike Nicholas New applicant Choices: Planning 1St, HPC 2nd, Parks 3rd Brad Thiel New applicant (Choices: Planning 1St, Parks 2nd) (Mike Keller did not seek reappointment.) Utilities Commission—1 open seat 3-year term to expire February 28, 2018 Robert ones New applicant Daryl Thompson Requesting reappointment Financial Impact N/A Attachments • Applications • Sample interview questions • Attendance records N:\Public Bodies\Agenda Packets\02-02-2015\Final\Laserfiche\x10.1 sr commission Appts.docx �� APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO Tr CITY BOARD/COMMISSION city or E���ik .�.-, [EDA, HRA, AND LIBRARY BOAR tuver l�aeu-t¢�s fbegla�a�ong o¢� ao�atary 13(W,9O vi R k_,e 763.635.I(RX1 . Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice,2 your second choice, and 3 your third choice. 2 Economic Development Authority The EDA is composed of four Councilmembers and three citizens.The length of term for the Councilmembers coincides with the term of office for Council.The length of term for the citizen- members is six years. 3 Mousing and Redevelopment Authority The HRA consists of five Commissioners composed of one City Councilmember and four citizens at large. The term of office is five years. 1 Library Board The Library Board consists of five members.The term of office is three years. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMA'T'ION Name: Britt Aamodt City of Residence: Elk River I� E C��CE - '�i �_r Occupation: Radio and print journalist Employer: Self-employed Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on this board/commission for which you are submitting this application. I believe a library is a cornerstone of democracy. Like public schools, libraries provide free access to the storehouse of human experience, thought and endeavor. I love my Elk River library and the librarians, friends and collaborators in learning. Education/Professional Experience: Describe your educational and professional experience or skills that qualify you to serve on this board/commission. My undergraduate degrees are in Art, Biology and Korean Culture. My master's in Mass Communications with an emphasis on PR and journalism. I couldn't be a journalist, educator and writer without my library and Monica, Jennifer, Laura, Jan, Pam & Will. Relevant Personal/Professional Experience: Please describe your professional,civic,or community participation,which mat be relevant in serving on this board/commission. I have participated on grant-funding boards for the Central Minnesota Arts Board, responsible for judging applications and allocating grants. As a writer and historian, have had the opportunity to emcee and lead panels and discussions, As a journalist, I'm interested in new media and how we can connect to audiences across technological, generational and cultural divides. Attendance:Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in preparing for meetings,and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant?77 [No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in any business, however organized, which could be construed as a conflict of interestC. kes ]No If yes,provide details on a separate piLce of paper. Britt Aamodt 26 November 2014 Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This ppapplication must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY The Applicant is: ❑ New Applicant ❑ Applying for Reappointment Council meeting date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO C 5TY Oty ADVISORY BOARDICOM f SSION 7j7l Terms beginning in March 13PR5 I hnw l arku:p 63.63i.1010 Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice, 2 your second choice,and 3 your third choice. L ❑ Energy City Commission ® Parks and Recreation Commission ❑. Heritage Preservation Commission ❑ Planning Commission L___l Ice Arena Commission ❑ Utilities Commission All terms are three years and begin on the first day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: David Anderson City of Residence: Big Lake Township a� Occupation: Director of Concrete Quality Employer: Cretex Concrete Products Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on the board/commission for which you are submitting this application. I have had a lifelong passion for recreation, nature and parks. This passion has helped guide parkland acquisition, park development, and recreation opportunities in Elk River since 1988. The progress that our community has made since then has been incredible and there is more that needs to be done. I would like to continue to be a part of that. Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational,professional,civic, or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. Community volunteer in recreation and parks since 1972. 27 years of commission experience. Youth sports coach in hockey and soccer. Adult sports league organizer and league president for tennis, softball, soccer, and volleyball. Active in the development many parks including Woodland Trails park since 1988. Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved i'repffN00 fr meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? f es Commen ts: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in an business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest?oyesN0 If yes,provide details on a separate pjece of paper. David Anderson January 7, 2015 Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application be 1 on for one must be OFFICE USE ONLY ❑ New Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed t`( v CQ t APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO 0TY Oty of ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION Elk ...+ R .�� Terms beginning in March "n.6.c,15.liwnl Thank you for your interest in serving your community? Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice,2 your second choice,and 3 your third choice. Energy City Commission ® Parks and Recreation Commission Heritage Preservation Commission IN Planning Commission ❑ Ice Arena Comn-dssion ❑ Utilities Commission All terms are three years and begin on the first day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION / Name: L7 AAAZ— T City of Residence: �1 V ER V Occupation: OP6AA o-/S Employer: 61 7,6 PA C EL- � 2 V165- T Statement of Interest:Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on the board/commission for which you are submitting this application. CfO /KM v.L,rrY 1-1,4 Vr- R vE5-��� l w� ✓z 'ST / 7�5'6� PZ 1 A,-( fq k'-� D EvEc�PM1E'trr v F a�,� G t 7"}! Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional,civic,or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. 9/v6/t rY�, COvA/C/L EC67 Wfl.ed 1 ';Z6 tJS Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in reparin for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant?Ia.J es FNo Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in an business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest?❑Yes ENO If yes, provide details on a se arate ip ece of paper. 1.;2 ` Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. application This application must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY New Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed APPLICATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT TO COTY City of ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION Lk. —`—� IV 1 3065 0—11-k—y Reappointment to: El �Y l ��1� r l"' 763.635.1000 APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: EAXL-� 0 j18061r City of Residence: �e�t Occupation:C-ZA tS7 }('Tt d h) �dL Employer: ( [C)M 44 Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in continuing to serve on the board/commi lion for which you are seeking reappointment. 1 C'_A11 P� ,� WS-R)PICAL (",0A)' ; CAy Ass'&z Tgt rmA�T 6 e= +hr-P{L y uq Ac4 6 V (3 m-) --rHc Ac fL l t all-t L-b a ,W,Cc we Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional, civic, or community participation,which may be relevan in serving on this board/commission. 3s 4 , ;AJ pal` � �' C c1 rt7 �/a r1t FA�� 'k'. t c30 !-[1'6 A-'i 00 t kncsitl ' 9,6, Uut).AQU :�0,5A-=0- SDP_..' 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OFFICE USE ONLY Council Meeting Date: ❑ Reappointed Term Expires: ❑ Not Reappointed APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITY City of ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION Elk -�- 1iVer — "berms beginning in March 'v1.o35.1[Nil! Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice,2 your second choice, and 3 your third choice. ❑ Energy City Commission ❑ Parks and Recreation Commission ❑ Heritage Preservation Commission ❑ Planning Commission CLaf fX: U Ice Arena Commission ❑ Utilities Commission All terms are three years and begin on the first day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Andrew Crook City of Residence: Elk River ✓ Occupation: Program Manager Employer: Aetna, Inc. Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on the board/commission for which you are submitting this application. I would like to retain my position on the Elk River Planning Commission because I feel that during my tenure on the commission I have been an effective commissioner. When I first started out in the position, my knowledge base of this subject was very minimal, I have become very affluent and well versed in what is needed for this position.(Attached) Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational,professional, civic, or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. I am a current member of the Elk River Planning Commission. Attendance:Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in repff for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? es o Com ments: Please see additional attachment. Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest inLany business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? Yes No If yes, provide details on a se agate Rjece of 12al2er. Andrew Crook 01/19/2015 Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application will be kept on • one p • must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY ❑ New Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed 2 Q 20 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITY O:y of ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION Elk -- - Terms beginning in March RiVer -ti,,.,, Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice, 2 your second choice, and 3 your third choice. ❑ Energy City Commission ❑ Parks and Recreation Commission ❑ Heritage Preservation Commission ❑ Planning Commission Ice Arena Commission l Utilities Commission All terms are three years and begin on the First day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATIION Name: Q(7 J( f U n om' City of Residence: _ e b- - occupation: '� 1'�f' c1 Employer: Qek rY-A Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you ;ire interested in serving on the board/commission t�for which you are submitting this a p ication. 1 r �L,IUIY} 5 to� pko5i `A IM1 ujoc r kync I% e. !n fG � ctwDC�� (�E:t� r4TDVn [� C.LIt 'S � `� D ( �� 1+�ii �A W 1 ►l l5. V 6,;rUY-L' �II CiJlr �d 1 t ,Alkilw ��� 11 I � I t bUrCT[dtivh C.UY1�V'� �v �ul'h 3 Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional, civic, or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this boa d/commission. Y� �� v� Don. d Pr,r R46M1C F n-e eet,I C unn-�t1 rJn 40M-1 e �" a, 544 t Ufa E R, A �vM D c oner� � 1[fin h�kc�f��Gt1;�, pq fr V1 4 �n� S� e r+1l.enri13 61 r (�,Q� >< er 4 WnrKPd a5 one e �on f hh p 1LC�rrcr y�i irk c�: chc4lrrn4n 4 ii r2iv1`7` f 7". � Yg �g ii,U�a � cvas Attendance: Are your aware of the in brfance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in reparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? es ❑No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity, recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain, whether it he direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in an business, however organized, which could be construed as a conflict of interest?Dyes �No If yes, provide details on a separate piLce&paper. 2 6-[Ajr(� 7 j--- l ) -;01 -, Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application will be kept on file for one year; after that time a new application­­ must OFFICE USE ONLY ANew Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed APPLICATION FOR REAPPOdNTMFN7 TO 077 ity of 1� ADVISORY BOARD/COMM SSION Cl� Ei t veT Reappointment to r�� � e tr.•sn 1 i ; 1306S 0m..11-kw y C "'' 763.635.1000 APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: City of Residence: Occupation- Employer: tic? J Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in continuing to serve on the board/commission fo hich you are seeking %appointment. __rr rr C-5 ce Cxa� .ss e�ceur6 Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational,professional, civic, or community par ' 'pati n, which may be relevant serving on this board/commis ion. ( C i k a Gt ✓ Attendance: are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in oreparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? Yes ❑ No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity, recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in any business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑ Yes VrNo 7;*es, pr d �etail on a se crate piece of paper. Applicant Signature Date Applications will be kept on file for one year; after that time, a new application must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY Council Meeting Date: LI Reappointed Term Expires: ❑ Not Reappointed 1 APPLICATOON FOR REAPPOINTMENT TO C0TV City of ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION lk i i �i Reappointment to: 11d n 01V1(' C. U • Y]rSS r� N 13065 0-)"d-ay 763.635.900D APPLICANT INFORMATION Name; City of Residence: C/A- PI Veo r— Occupation:. - �r'1S Employer: s a �- n Ak Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in continuing to serve on the board/commission for which you are seeking reappointment. Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional, civic, or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in preparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? X Yes ❑ No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity, recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest 'in n business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑ Yes WNo If y rovide d tails on a separate iece of paper. 1 pplicant ignature D e Applications will be kept on file for one year,after that time, a new application must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY Council Meeting Date: ❑ Reappointed Term Expires: ❑ Not Reappointed APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT T® CITY BOARD/COMMISSION City Eli EDA, HRA, AND LIBRARY BOARD l�ivt�r' Terms beginning in January 13065 0—o 1'arkv ay 763.635.1000 Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice, 2 your second choice,and 3 your third choice. Economic Development Authority The EDA is composed of four Councilmembers and three citizens. The length of term for the Councilmembers coincides with the term of office for Council.The length of term for the citizen- members is six years. Housing and Redevelopment Authority The 14RA consists of five Commissioners composed of one City Councilmember and four citizens at large.The term of office is five years. ibrary Board The Library Board consists of five members.The term of office is three years. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: City of Residence: 1 �, �� — ✓ Occupation: "A Employer: Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on this board omrnission for which y u are submi i /this a plica4on. Education/Professional Experience: Describe your educational and professionaYexperience or skills hat qualify you sere on s boar /commission. Relevant Personal/Professional Experience: Please describe your professional, civic, or com ni, ar�tic�pa which may be relev r}t s rw on this boar coinnai ion./ Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in ppeparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? Yes ❑ No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in Vol siness, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑ Yes If yes, provide details on a separate in ece of paper. ALA b 4, Kjjk 0= Applicant Signa re Date f Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application will be kept on file for one - - a new application must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY The Applicant is: ❑ New Applicant ❑ Applying for Reappointment Council meeting date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed ^d/ APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITY City of ADVISORY BOARDICOMMISSION E1 Terms beginning in March liver 1}nfi5l Ir.i i.]'arku;.r ^l.3.Gli.11t[K Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your First choice, 2 your second choice, and 3 your third choice. D l;nerg} Cit}' Commission ❑ Parks and Recreation Commission ❑ Heritage Preservation Commission ❑ Planning Commission ❑ Ice Arena Commission ❑ >-'tilities Commission AU terms are three years and begin on the first day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Kent Madsen City of Residence: Elk River Occupation: Bridge Safety Inspector Employer: City of Minneapolis Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on the board/commission for which you are submitting this application. I was a member of the Ice Arena Commission before, but I was ERYHA representative . once my kids were done with hockey I had to give up your position, Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational,professional, civic,or community participation,which niay be relevant in serving on this board/con I am a college graduate, with a minor in Recreation. I help run the arena for one year, before they hired Rich Czech. I was on the Elk River Youth Hockey Board for 13 years when they owned the barn. I referee hockey so I am in the arena a lot and see what' s going on. I was on the City' s Park and Rec. commission for many years . Attendance:Are y=our aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in preparin for ineetings,and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participantP I t 'es ❑giNo Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity, recorn mended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition,do you have any legal or equitable interest in an),business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interestTles MNo If yes,provide details on a se &rate pjece of paper. 1/28/2015 Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application be b on for 1application must be 1 OFFICE USE ONLY ❑ New Applicant ❑ Reappointment C',ounCil Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: 'term Fxpires: ❑ Not Appointed rc.,jCL cil! � f1q AFFLOC,%T ROW FOR APFOO TMEXT TO C TY City o4 ADVISORY SOARDICOMMSVOX lls E —-_ aver - Terms beginning in March -[.S L35 11Nx Thank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice, 2 your second choice,and 3 hour third choice. Energy City Commission Parks and Recreation Commission FHeritage Preservation Commission ❑ti Planning Commission ElIce Arena Commission ❑ Utilities Commission All terms are three pears and begin on the first dap of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION Dame: Mike Nicholas City of Residence: Elk River Occupation: Operations Analyst Employer: Absolute Quality Mfg, Inc. Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in sen=ing on the board/commission for which you are submitting this application. As a new resident to the city of Elk River I would like to become more involved in the community and be a part of the growth into the future. Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional, civic,or community participation, ,;rhich may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. I am a recent graduate from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs (University of Minnesota) with my Master's in Public Affairs where I had an emphasis on economic development. I also served as a planning commissioner for the city of Chaska from February 2014 to August 2014. Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved IMy.reparLng for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant?kresHNo Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity, recommended action, or decision from-which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (Sec attached "Conflict of Interest"(.ordinance) In accordance %with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in any business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interesr�D'es ✓ZNo If yes, provide details on a se_ a= rate ip ece caf 12a er. 9/17/2014 Ap licant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application will • - kept on • one T•4CFll must b%fil re- OFFICE USE ONLY ❑ New Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed. to: Term Expires ❑ Not Appointed JAN 5 'r` APIF OCATION FOR REAPPOINTMENT TO 0TY Oty of ADVISORY BOARDICOMMISSION River Reappointment to, k S 13065 0-Parkway 763.635.1000 APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: _6 U 0—k 141(t, A'0 City of Residence: L V Occupation: ' -r rL t�-o Employer: Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in continuing to serve on the board/commission for which you are seeking reappointment. -1`n i '`�,� S i tj v.s t r—V- E 0 6 f kti4 5 ul i'Z C �7 �. a l L_[ rtt 4 J r LIB a 1 V G',Zt S . e,/LK To t-6A-+L" o t' t-E co/v.ft l s s f' Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional, civic, or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. d tZ 1 t ix C_• , c L 4- c3 v't t-+ dt' 6,LTS 7 0 A- p V ti �v L V �Zl V C A, W N D y v A W y4 A pi-r © K T-1-+t- fk a V-S i N 4-t,k lZ l U f-'ti _ Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in preparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? ® Yes ❑ No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity, recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See at-Lached "Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in any business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑ Yes 0 No If yes, provide details on a separate pkce of paper. Applicant Signature Date Applications will be kept on file for one year;after that time, a new application must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY Council Meeting Date: ❑ Reappointed Term Expires: ❑ Not Reappointed �'� APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITY -:� ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION Ells RiverTerms beginning in March "1`hank you for your interest in serving your community! Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice, 2 your second choice, and 3 your third choice. ElEnergy City Commission Z Parks and Recreation Commission X-1\, Q Heritage Preservation Commission � Planning Commission d�' Ice Arena Commission Utilities Commission All terms are three years and begin on the first day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Brad Thiel City of Residence: Elk River Occupation: Manager Employer: Anoka County Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on the board/commission for which you are submitting this application. I want to give back to the community. I believe that it is important to be involved in making positive contributions to the city and the community overall. I have a passion for public service and volunteering. Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational,professional, civic, or community participation, which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. I have a Bachelor Degree in Management and a Law Degree. I have been a volunteer mediator, board member and board chair at Mediation Services for Anoka County. City of Champlin Environmental Resources Commission member and chair. City of Champlin Planning Commission member. Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in reparin for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant?LJ es [No Comments: I believe I have the education, interest and experience to be an active and effective member of either the Planning or Parks and Recreation Commission. It would be an honor to serve the City in this capacity. Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached"Conflict of Interest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in an;business, however organized,which could be construed a �s a conflict o£interest? es No If yes, provide details on a separate piece of paper. 1-16-2015 Applicant Signature Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application will be ke• on • one • r r must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY ❑ New Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed A PLPCATMN FOR REAPPOCNTMEi NT TO COTY Ells ADVQ SORY BOARD/COMMMON �- River - Reappointment to: 73065 Clrcana I'arkwa) 743.635.1004 APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: City of Residence: 4 / e ojer - Occupation: Employer: Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in continuing to serve on the board/commission for which you are seeking reappointment. ACv'1f�Ql�- � q• .7 w n � � ,52.1t�r ���(3.1�8�T.A��?-'�-�_RP� �� .J4�a. _�Q�,�_ • Relevant Experience: Please describe your educational, professional, civic, or community participation,which may be relevant in serving on this board/ ssion. co Attendance: Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in pteparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? es ❑ No a , Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action, or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indizec%. (See attaclacd "Conflict of Iritcrest" Ordinance) In accordance with this definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in anti usiness, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑ Yes UkNo If yes, provide deta' on a separate 12icce of paper. A lira 'i ature ate Applications will be kept on file for one year,after that time, a new application must be filed. OFFICE USE ONLY Council Meeting Date: ❑ Reappointed Term Expires: ❑ Not Reappointed r *111 APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITY ADVISORY BOARD/COMMISSION Elk R1Ve,r Terms beginning in March -I i 1.I'r 11115 Thank you for your interest in serving your communiW Please indicate in order of preference on which of the following boards and commissions you are interested in serving with 1 indicating your first choice,2 your second choice,and 3 your third choice. Energy City Commission X Parks and Recreation Commission Heritage Preservation Commission Planning Commission Ice Arena Commission Utilities Commission All terms are three years and begin on the first day of March. See the specific board and commission description for additional information. APPLICA INFORMATION a Name: �� `� � ` City of Residence_ O4cupatit,, < 1 5 �`_ Employer: Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on the board/commission for which you are.sahtniaing this application. /t d t.rf/J [!1 C� 5 Uri i S-""i't • /)2- � L!✓�'- Gt�1 � / :,tom i.f r�-✓� +. _^' J � t`, '/146" Relevant Experience- Please describe your educational,professional, civic,or community partici a n,which may be relevant in serving on this boarc1jeommission. j tC-Cf l��fJ �j Atteshdance:Are your aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time comnutrnent involved in p wring fox meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant? es ❑ No Comments: Conflict of Interest is defined as the participation in any activity,recommended action,or decision from which the individual has or could have the potential to receive personal gain,whether it be direct or indirect. (See attached"Conflict of Interest"Ordinance) In accordance with this definition.,do you have any IeO or equitable interest in any business, however organized,which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑Yes ❑ No If yes,p ovide details on a es narate iec of Pape Applicant Signatur Date Questions may be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000. This application will be I<ept on file for one year; after that time a new application MLIst be OFFICE USE ONLY ❑ New Applicant ❑ Reappointment Council Meeting Date: ❑ Appointed to: Term Expires: ❑ Not Appointed Possible Interview Questions Library Board 1. Any ideas as to how to promote the Library and its resources? 2. Any past experiences serving on a Board or Commission? 3. What interests you about serving on the Library Board? Energy City Commission 1. Why do you want to be on the Energy City Commission? 2. What are some of your ideas on bringing more energy-related demonstrations to the city? 3. Why is the Energy City Commission important to the community? 4. Any ideas on educating the public to garner their support? 5. What skills,abilities and interests can you contribute to the efforts of the Energy City Commission? Heritage Preservation Commission 1. Why is the heritage of Elk River important to you? 2. What is your interest in maintaining the history of Elk River? 3. Why is history important to a growing community? 4. Any ideas on educating the public to garner their support? 5. Any previous experience in this activity? 6. What skills, abilities and interests can you contribute to the efforts of the Heritage Preservation Commission? Ice Arena Commission 1. What unique attribute or perspective will you contribute to the Ice Arena Commission? 2. What is your primary interest in serving on the Arena Commission? 3. How would you balance the competing interests of the various users of the Arena? Parks & Recreation Commission 1. What role do you see Parks and Recreation playing in the overall growth and development of Elk River? 2. Parks and Recreation involves a lot of different subjects,which ones are of the most interest to you? 3. How do you balance your interests with the overall mission of the Parks and Recreation Commission? 4. What do you see as the strengths and weaknesses of Parks and Recreation in Elk River? 5. What unique attributes or perspective will you contribute to the Parks and Recreation Commission? Planning Commission 1. What is your interest in serving on the Planning Commission? 2. What do you think is the role of the Planning Commission and what is its relationship to the City Council? 3. How familiar are you with either the city's Comprehensive Plan or Land Development Regulations? 4. What do you see as the city's planning challenges for the future? 5. Do you think that the city has transportation problems? 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