6.1 SR 03-06-2023
Request for Action
To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 6.1
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Presentations March 6, 2023 Michael Hecker, Recreation Manager
Item Description Reviewed by
Acknowledge Contribution: The Bank of Elk River Cal Portner, City Administrator
Reviewed by
Action Requested
1. Adopt, by motion, a resolution acknowledging contribution by The Bank of Elk River.
2. Approve, by motion, adoption of the contract with The Bank of Elk River.
Background/Discussion
The Bank of Elk River has long contributed funds to support the Riverfront Concert Series operated by the Elk
River Parks and Recreation Department.
Staff would like the City Council to acknowledge and recognize The Bank of Elk River for their generous
contribution towards the 2023 Riverfront Concert Series by a formal resolution.
Attached is an agreement for a one-year contract between the city and The Bank of Elk River to sponsor the
Riverfront Concert series for 2023.
Financial Impact
The financial contribution is in the amount of $20,000 for the 2023 season.
Mission/Policy/Goal
Opportunity to live, work, and play
Attachments
Resolution
Contract
The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional
service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity.
Updated: January 2023
City of Elk River
City Council
Resolution 23-____
A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Elk River Acknowledging
Contributions
WHEREAS, the City 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 $20,000 donation from The Bank of Elk
River with the intent it be used by Parks and Recreation for Riverfront Concert Series 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council, by at least four-fifths
vote, to acknowledge the support and commend The Bank of Elk River for their donation.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Councilmember
___________ and duly seconded by Councilmember ______________, and upon vote
being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
and the following against:
, whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and
adopted.
The following members were present:
and the following absent:
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Passed and adopted this 6 day of March 2023.
John J. Dietz, Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City Clerk
March 6, 2023
Julia Schreifels
Vice President, Director of Marketing and Communications
The Bank of Elk River
630 Main Street NW
Elk River, MN 55330
Dear Julia:
This letter of contract is to formalize the agreement between The Bank of Elk River and the City of Elk River
regarding the sponsorship of the Riverfront Concert Series.
The term of the contract shall be for one-year 2023 concert season. The Bank of Elk River shall contribute
$20,000 to secure the exclusive sponsorship rights of the 2023 Riverfront Concert Series.
Sponsorship benefits will include:
1. Sole corporate sponsor of the Riverfront Concert Series.
2. The development of a marketing plan focusing on The Bank of Elk River sponsorship. The plan will
be developed in conjunction with The Bank of Elk River staff to ensure all groups are informed and
in agreement of marketing methods being utilized.
Sponsorship payment for the 2023 series shall be made by May 1, 2023.
Sincerely,
Calvin P. Portner
City Administrator
City of Elk River
13065 Orono Parkway
Elk River, MN 55330
763.635.1000
ElkRiverMN.gov
THE BANK OF ELK RIVER
I hereby accept the terms and conditions as outlined in this letter to provide sponsorship funds as noted
herein.
By: ______________________________________
(with delegated authority)
Title: ____________________________________
Date: ____________________
CITY OF ELK RIVER
The City of Elk River certifies that the appropriate representatives have executed the contract on behalf of
the city as required by applicable articles or bylaws.
By:_______________________________________ Date: _________________________
John J. Dietz, Mayor
By:_______________________________________ Date: _________________________
Tina Allard, City Clerk