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7.3. EDSR 08-16-2021 City of Elk �-- Request for Action River To Item Number Economic Development Authori 7.3 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by General Business August 16, 2021 Colleen Eddy, Economic Development Specialist Item Description Reviewed by Beautification Committee Appointment Brent O'Neil, Economic Development Director Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested Approve,by motion,the appointment of Deb Hjermstad to the Beautification Committee. Background/Discussion Deb Hjermstad has applied to fill the Master Gardner vacancy on the Beautification Committee left by Ann McCormick's resignation. The appointment and/or removal of committee members are at the discretion of the EDA. The Beautification Committee consists of five members,three members at large, one member representing the Sherburne County Master Gardeners Club,and one member representing the Chamber. At Large: Rhonda Magnussen,Local Business Owner At Large: Melissa McAlpine,Local Business Owner At Large: Ashley Welsh,Long-time resident Sherburne County Master Gardeners Club: Open Chamber Member/Representative: Ryan Hardin, Realtor Financial Impact N/A Mission/Policy/Goal Elk River Mission Statement Attachments ■ Deb Hjermstad application The Elk River Vision A Y�elcoming community nvith revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional P U W E H E o s r service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity ,g /` UR Thank you for your interest in serving the Economic Development Authority! APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Debra Hjermstad (informally, you may call me Deb) City of Residence: Elk River Occupation: Controller Employer: Kris Lindahl Real Estate Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on this board/commission for which you are submitting this application. My husband and I moved to Elk River from Maple Grove 18 years ago. We have had a difficult time connecting within the community as empty nesters without a school involvement and I view this committee appointment as an opportunity to become more involved in the community. I have a life long interest in gardening and began the Master Gardner program in January 2021. Education/Professional Experience: Describe your educational and professional experience or skills that qualify you to serve on this board/commission. My professional background is in accounting and tax. When I worked in a CPA firm, I worked mainly for small business owners preparing their monthly and annual books, records and tax returns. In private industry, I have worked with financial audits, tax return preparation for multiple states, due diligence projects, acquisitions and software conversions. I grew up in southeastern MN on a 900 acre farm with a 1 acre vegetable garden surrounded by perennial gardens; several of my 4-H projects involved gardening or landscaping. Currently, I am working with a City Park Board in SE MN to design and plant a memorial Peace Garden in my Mom’s memory. Relevant Personal/Professional Experience: Please describe your professional, civic, or community participation, which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. My husband is a Shriner and was Potentate (its CEO) of MN in 2015. That position involved a 10 year commitment as a couple in various leadership roles; public speaking to groups, planning and orchestrating fundraising activities, etc. I am a member of the Shriners Children’s Healthcare APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO CITY BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE Women’s Auxiliary and have served as its Treasurer in the past. Currently, I serve as Vice-Chair, Board of Elders, for my church. These experiences have given me exposure in communicating with a multitude of people from various backgrounds, public speaking and the business meeting design of timeliness and organization. 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: I am employed fulltime and have the flexible ability to attend meetings during the day and evenings.