8.2 SR 02-06-2023�,
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Request for Action
To Item Number
Ma Tor and CinT Council 8.2
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
GeneYal Business FebYuar�r 6, 2023 Tina rlllard, Cittr C1eYk
Item Description Reviewed by
Appoint Councilmember: Volunteer of the Year Cal Pormer, Ci r Administrator
Selection Committee Reviewed by
Action Requested
Select, by motion, a Councilmember to serve on the Volunteer of the Year Selection Committee.
Background/Discussion
At the July 5, 2022, meeting, the Council discussed the implementation of a Citizen of the YeaY pYogYam.
MayTor Dietz will discuss the program and is asking for another Council Member to serve on the Selection
Committee.
Financial Impact
N/A
Mission/Policy/Goal
Mission
Attachments
■ July 5, 2022, Staff RepoYt
■ ExceYpt of July 5, 2022, Minutes
■ Program Outline
The Elk River Vision
A 2a�elcolning co�nlnunity 2a�ith T evolutiona� y and spizzted T esou� cefulness, exceptional
se�vice, and coln�nunity engagelnent that encou�ages and ins�iz•es pTo�pe�zty.
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Request for Action
To Item Number
Ma�•or and Cin� Council 10.2
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Work Session j ul�� 5, 2022 Ca1 Portner, Ci��* Admuustrator
Item Description Reviewed by
Citizen of the Year
Reviewed by
Action Requested
Discuss and provide staff direction.
Background/Discussion
Mayor Dietz would like the City Council to consider the implementation of an award called Citizen of the Year.
He has reached out to the City of Rogers mayor regarding their program and will share his findings.
The Council may want to consider the nomination process, selection committee makeup, timing, and award.
Financial Impact
N/A
Mission/Policy/Goal
The Elk River Vision
Attachments
■ None
The Elk River Vision 1 0� E� E D e r
A��elcomin g communi t y aa�ith ��volut.iona� and s bi�zt.ed ��sou�z� e fulne.cs, exc e ptional �pT���
se�vice, and community engageme�rt. that encou�agef anrl irt.rpi� es p��spe�zly. Upd�te�'• Augu.rt 2020
City Council Minutes
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Page 7
Mayox Dietz stated he heatd youth hockey is against the junior team coming in and
using the facility.
Couneilmember Westgaard stated yes expressing concerns with the scheduling of ice
use.
Mayor Dietz stated he'd like more frequent updates of the facili.ty.
Councilmembex Wagner sta.ted she would like to designate an event coordinator. She
suggested conttacting out with an event company or giving Marco Serrano the ability
to facilitate and execute rentals.
Mayor Dietz suggested re-evaluating positions.
Councilmember Westga.axd ag.teed with xeviewing the organizational structuxe and
position assigiunents.
Mr. Portriet stated the facility commission sets goals and budget and makes
recommendations regarding staffing.
Chair Williams stated he i.s not sure they are setting staff up to succeed.
Councilmembex Wagner asked about the cutrent process for scheduling room rentals
and events.
Mr. Hunter stated the customer service representalive acts as a liaison between the
fac,ility and the catexer. They will take the calls and collect the information needed.
Once the phone call is complete the representative contacts the caterer who then
calls the person back.
Councilmember Wagner suggested the cater close the room rental deals.
Mayo= Dietz suggested Councilmembex Wagner and the city administratoY
collab�xate with the caterer on managi.ng the xoom rental process.
It was noted this wonld be only for the meeting rooms located upstairs.
10.2 Citizen of the Year
Mapor Dietz discussed a new program for nomination of a Citizen of the Year who
could be recognized at Elk Riverfest. He stated the only cost would be for a plaque.
Council consensus to explore the program fuxther.
Mayor Dietz stated he will develop a plan to present to Council at a futu.te meeting.
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City of Elk River
Volunteer of the Year
A`varded annuallyT to recognize residents that exemplifyT community spirit and involvement.
The award is presented to an Elk River area resident that exemplifies communityT spirit and involvement.
The award will be presented each yTear at Elk RiverFest.
Nominations must be Yeceived no later than June 1 of each year. Please submit the nominee's name and
address and list as much detail about their volunteer activities as possible. The more information
provided, the better the decision that can be made. Also list the name and email address of the person
submitting the nomination.
The nomination form should be emailed to MayTor John Dietz at communications(a�elkrivermn.gov
The committee picking the winner will consist o£
■ One member of the Elk River Lions Club
■ One member of the Elk River Rotar�T Club
■ One member of the Elk River CityT Council
■ CityT of Elk River MayTor
• Katie Shatusk�T from Thumbs Up program
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River, MN 55330 Phone:
763.635.1000
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