4.6. SR 12-16-2019 EOty1� ,.,�� Request for Action
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To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 4.6
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Consent December 16, 2019 Jessica Miller, Deputy Clerk
Item Description Reviewed by
Housing and Redevelopment Authority Tina Allard, City Clerk
Appointment Reviewed by
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Action Requested
Appoint,by motion,Jayme Swenson to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority for a five-year term
beginning January 1, 2020, and expiring December 31, 2024.
Background/Discussion
Per the Advisory Board and Commission Policy, the Mayor shall make appointments to the Economic
Development Authority, Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and Library Board with approval of the
Council.
There are no terms expiring on the Economic Development Authority.
Louise Kuester has decided not to seek reappointment to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
Mayor Dietz is recommending Jayme Swenson to fill Ms. Kuester's position.
The Library Board appointments are on hold pending the outcome of tonight's discussion on board
restructuring.
Financial Impact
N/A
Attachments
■ Jayme Swenson application
The Elk River Vision
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APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO
CITY BOARD/COMMISSION
+�- EDA, HRA, AND LIBRARY BOARD
Terms beginning in January
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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 HRA consists of five Commissioners composed of one City Councilmember and four citizens at
large. The term of office is five years.
❑ 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 INFORMATION
Name: Jayme Swenson
City of Residence: Elk River
Occupation: Deputy Clerk
Employer:
Town of Big Lake
Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on this
board/commission for which you are submitting this application.
I would like to serve on the Elk River Housing and Redevelopment Authority, as a resident, to have the
opportunity to be involved in the discussions and actions that sustain, develop and shape our
community.
Education/Professional Experience: Describe your educational and professional experience or
skills that qualify you to serve on this board/commission.
I have acquired insight, knowledge and skills from experience as a business owner, school board
member, employee in the multi -family housing industry (two properties in Elk River), church assistant
treasurer, youth football association board member and currently employed as a township deputy clerk.
Relevant Personal/Professional Experience: Please describe your professional, civic, or
community participation, which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission.
I believe my insight and input could be relevant to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority because I
have participated in a wide variety of professional, personal and civic situations. I have gleaned a
multitude of other viewpoints and have been able to teamwork towards desirable outcomes for various
interests. I understand that decisions can have an immense impact, with perpetuity, and should have as
much feedback and consideration as possible.
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:
Thank you for the opportuniy to be a part of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. I will strive to
help our great community of Elk River.
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 accordancewi s definition, do you have any legal or equitable interest in any business,
however organiz -d, which could be construed as a conflict of interest? ❑Yes ®No
If yes, provide 4tails on a se aratepiece of paper.
December 10, 2019
Applicant S4atur4 Date
be directed to the Administration Department at 763.635.1000.
OFFICE USE ONLY
The Applicant is:
Council meeting date:
❑ New Applicant ❑ Applying for Reappointment
❑ Appointed to:
Term Expires:
❑ Not Appointed