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8.3 SR 03-04-2024 Request for Action To Item Number Mayor and City Council 8.3 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by General Business March 4, 2024 Jolene Richter, Deputy City Clerk Item Description Reviewed by Advisory Board Appointments Tina Allard, City Clerk Reviewed by Cal Portner, City Administrator Action Requested Discuss and appoint by motion candidates for the various advisory boards. Background/Discussion There are multiple vacancies on various boards. All positions are for three-year terms beginning March 1, 2024, and expiring February 28, 2027. Heritage Preservation Commission 1 position  Jayne Dietz Parks and Recreation Commission 2 positions  Joy Goodwin  Harold (Hal) Stewart  Jill Varty Planning Commission 1 position  Christine Holman  Kelli Sweeney There are vacancies on the following commissions however we have not received any applications: Energy City Commission 1 position for School Representative with term ending 2/28/26 1 position for Chamber Representative with term expiration 2/28/27 Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission 1 position for At-Large Representative with a term ending 2/28/27 Financial Impact N/A Mission/Policy/Goal Elk River Mission Statement Attachments  Applications From:noreply@civicplus.com To:Richter, Jolene Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form Date:Thursday, February 15, 2024 2:05:51 PM Board and Commission Application Form Residency Information Residency Requirements Must be an Elk River resident for the following Economic Development Authority (EDA) Heritage Preservation Commission Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Planning Commission Utilities Commission Must be a Sherburne County resident for the following: Library Board Residency does not matter for the following: EDA Beautification and Public Art Committee EDA Together Elk River Committee Energy City Commission Joint Finance Committee Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Heritage Preservation Commission Select the Commission applying for Jayne First Name Dietz Last Name 13319 RIVERVIEW DR NW Address1 ELK RIVER City MN State 55330 Zip Home Phone Number Field not completed. Cell Phone Number Email Address Cell Phone Number, Email Address Public Contact Information None Employer Registered Nurse Occupation Would like to share Elk River's rich history with the large number Why are you interested of residents who haven't been here very long in serving on a city Elk River needs to celebrate its past as well as its future. commission? Lifelong resident of Elk River What skills, training, Familiar with the history of Elk River over the last 70 years and experience would Been involved in other organizations throughout the Elk River you bring to the community commission for which you seek appointment? No Conflict of Interest Field not completed. If yes, explain: Word of Mouth How did you hear about this vacancy? Agree Electronic Signature Agreement Jayne A. Dietz Electronic Signature Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From:noreply@civicplus.com To:Richter, Jolene Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form Date:Monday, February 12, 2024 12:52:14 PM Board and Commission Application Form Residency Information Residency Requirements Must be an Elk River resident for the following Economic Development Authority (EDA) Heritage Preservation Commission Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Planning Commission Utilities Commission Must be a Sherburne County resident for the following: Library Board Residency does not matter for the following: EDA Beautification and Public Art Committee EDA Together Elk River Committee Energy City Commission Joint Finance Committee Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Select the Commission applying for Joy First Name Goodwin Last Name 1408 5TH ST NW Address1 ELK RIVER City MN State 55330 Zip Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Email Address Cell Phone Number, Email Address Public Contact Information INCM (International Network of Children's Minsitry) Employer Community Development Manager Occupation As a resident of Elk River with young children, we frequent the Why are you interested parks regularly. My children love the recent additions to the in serving on a city community including improvements at Orono Park and Woodland commission? Trails. We are cross country skiers and utilize these areas year- round. I would love to give input into the future projects that impact our parks and rec department and how families and community members utilize them. Since parks and rec in Elk River are a part of my family's regular life, I would help the commission by giving different perspectives and sharing insights that would improve options to the community. I have been a community leader for many years serving in the What skills, training, church, and I have participated in community events through and experience would working on the Elk River Farmer's Market staff. I bring a wealth you bring to the of knowledge of what young families are looking to do around Elk commission for which River. I am involved in my children's school and daycares, and you seek appointment? our local church, so service and networking are part of my day- to-day. I also have worked on several large events, including community events, and have an understanding of how to run them and what support staff might need. All of this, gives me a breadth of knowledge to help with creating initiatives, researching programs and projects, and executing on these for the benefit of the community. No Conflict of Interest Field not completed. If yes, explain: Word of Mouth How did you hear about this vacancy? Agree Electronic Signature Agreement Joy Goodwin Electronic Signature Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From:noreply@civicplus.com To:Richter, Jolene Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form Date:Tuesday, February 6, 2024 1:57:24 PM Board and Commission Application Form Residency Information Residency Requirements Must be an Elk River resident for the following Economic Development Authority (EDA) Heritage Preservation Commission Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Planning Commission Utilities Commission Must be a Sherburne County resident for the following: Library Board Residency does not matter for the following: EDA Beautification and Public Art Committee EDA Together Elk River Committee Energy City Commission Joint Finance Committee Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Select the Commission applying for Harold (Hal) First Name Stewart Last Name 20572 Ulysses St NW Address1 Elk River City MN State 55330 Zip Field not completed. Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Email Address Email Address Public Contact Information Retired US Postal Service Employer National Emergency Project Manager Occupation 34-year resident of Elk River. Outdoor enthusiast. Avid user of Why are you interested Elk River parks & outdoor spaces. I wish to be part of the in serving on a city advisory commission responsible for the present & future commission? development of a system providing parks, trails & recreation areas for the citizens of Elk River. This is a way for me to give back to my community as a volunteer doing something I am passionate about. Current volunteer Park Steward for W.H. Houlton Conservation What skills, training, Area in Elk River, leading the volunteer group, working with ER and experience would Parks Dept. & Friends of the Mississippi River organization. you bring to the Participated citizen's advisory group for Woodland Trials nature commission for which playground. My work experience as a Project Manager will help you seek appointment? to build consensus among the commission. It also enables me to evaluate situations from multiple perspectives, i.e. planning, funding, & future maintenance requirements. This would allow the City to best respond to current & future park & recreational needs & opportunities. No Conflict of Interest Field not completed. If yes, explain: Word of Mouth How did you hear about this vacancy? Agree Electronic Signature Agreement Harold D Stewart Electronic Signature Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From:noreply@civicplus.com To:Richter, Jolene Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form Date:Tuesday, January 23, 2024 8:13:16 AM Board and Commission Application Form Residency Information Residency Requirements Must be an Elk River resident for the following Economic Development Authority (EDA) Heritage Preservation Commission Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Planning Commission Utilities Commission Must be a Sherburne County resident for the following: Library Board Residency does not matter for the following: EDA Beautification and Public Art Committee EDA Together Elk River Committee Energy City Commission Joint Finance Committee Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Select the Commission applying for Jill First Name Varty Last Name 13192 192nd Avenue NW Address1 Elk River City MN State 55330 Zip Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Email Address Cell Phone Number, Email Address Public Contact Information Self Employer Greenhouse business Occupation I am interested in the park system and use them frequently. Why are you interested in serving on a city commission? I am a good listener and interact with many community members. What skills, training, and experience would you bring to the commission for which you seek appointment? No Conflict of Interest Field not completed. If yes, explain: Word of Mouth How did you hear about this vacancy? Agree Electronic Signature Agreement Jill Varty Electronic Signature Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From:noreply@civicplus.com To:Richter, Jolene Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form Date:Sunday, February 25, 2024 2:37:38 PM Board and Commission Application Form Residency Information Residency Requirements Must be an Elk River resident for the following Economic Development Authority (EDA) Heritage Preservation Commission Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Planning Commission Utilities Commission Must be a Sherburne County resident for the following: Library Board Residency does not matter for the following: EDA Beautification and Public Art Committee EDA Together Elk River Committee Energy City Commission Joint Finance Committee Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Planning Commission Select the Commission applying for Christine First Name Holman Last Name 18859 147th st Nw Address1 Elk River City Mn State 55330 Zip Home Phone Number Cell Phone Number Email Address Cell Phone Number Public Contact Information Open to Opportunities Employer Directo of Business Development Occupation I’m interested in serving on a city commission because I have Why are you interested seen development though the private sector (Commercial Real in serving on a city Estate) and would like to participate from the municipal level. I commission? have been connecting with Brent Oneail regarding opportunities to server out community better as well. He had suggested keeping an eye out for commissions openings. As a commercial real estate professional, and a Business What skills, training, Developer, I can create and foster valuable relationships that and experience would drive the success of an organization. I understand the process of you bring to the short-term and long-term planning and how the cooperation of commission for which many stakeholders is required. you seek appointment? My wide array of experiences support my skills, that make me qualified for this position. Yes Conflict of Interest I am a commercial real estate professional. I do NOT own or If yes, explain: invest in any properties or business. City Website How did you hear about this vacancy? Agree Electronic Signature Agreement Christine Holman Electronic Signature Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. From:noreply@civicplus.com To:Richter, Jolene Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form Date:Wednesday, February 21, 2024 7:13:55 PM Board and Commission Application Form Residency Information Residency Requirements Must be an Elk River resident for the following Economic Development Authority (EDA) Heritage Preservation Commission Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Planning Commission Utilities Commission Must be a Sherburne County resident for the following: Library Board Residency does not matter for the following: EDA Beautification and Public Art Committee EDA Together Elk River Committee Energy City Commission Joint Finance Committee Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Planning Commission Select the Commission applying for Kelli First Name Sweeney Last Name 10096 176th Ave NW Address1 Elk River City MN State 55330 Zip Home Phone Number Field not completed. Cell Phone Number Email Address Home Phone Number, Email Address Public Contact Information Self Employed Employer Musician, Multimedia Artist Occupation I want to serve in the community that I live in. Why are you interested in serving on a city commission? I am a small business owner in town, work with another small What skills, training, business in town regarding my art. My background is in and experience would Communication/ marketing. you bring to the commission for which you seek appointment? Yes Conflict of Interest Small business I work for in town. But, it gives me a good insight If yes, explain: into things that may benefit small businesses in town. Word of Mouth How did you hear about this vacancy? Agree Electronic Signature Agreement Kelli Sweeney Electronic Signature Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.