6.2 SR 06-17-2024City of
Elk -
River
To
City Council
Meeting Date
June 17, 2024
Item Description
Planning Commission Interviews
Request for Action
Item Number
6.2
Prepared By
Jolene Richter, Deputy Clerk
Reviewed by
Cal Portner
Tina Allard
Action Requested
The Council will interview candidates for the Planning Commission. Appointments will be made at a later
meeting.
Background/Discussion
There is currently one vacancy on the Planning Commission with a term ending 02/28/27. The following will
be in attendance to be interviewed:
■ Anthony Kaba
■ James Zahler
There are vacancies on the following commissions as well:
Heritage Preservation Commission - I position
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission - I position for an At -Large Representative
Financial Impact
N/A
Mission/Policy/Goal
Elk River Mission
Attachments
I. Applications
The Elk River Vision
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engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity
From: noreolvCabcivicolus. com
To: Jolene Richter
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form
Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024 6:02:26 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
Select the Commission Planning Commission
applying for
First Name Anthony
Last Name Kaba
Addressl 19141 Johnson St NW
City Elk River
State MN
Page 120 of 372
Zip 55330
Home Phone Number -
Cell Phone Number -
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Employer
Occupation
Cell Phone Number, Email Address
Sherburne county
Information Technology
Why are you interested Serving as a city commissioner is a noble endeavor that allows
in serving on a city individuals like myself to contribute directly to the community's
commission? well-being.
As a city commissioners, I would've the opportunity to advocate
for policies and initiatives that benefit fellow residents. I would
also have the opportunity to address issues related to public
safety, infrastructure, education, and more.
What skills, training, As an information analyst, there are several skills and
and experience would qualifications that I would bring to the commission.
you bring to the Data Analysis Tools: My familiarity with data analysis tools
commission for which enables me to extract meaningful insights from complex
you seek appointment? datasets.
I have several years of experience in related roles, which has
honed my analytical skills and problem -solving abilities.
Conflict of Interest No
If yes, explain: Field not completed
How did you hear City website
about this vacancy?
Electronic Signature Agree
Agreement
Electronic Signature Anthony Kaba
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From: noreolvCabcivicolus. com
To: Jolene Richter
Subject: Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Application Form
Date: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 9:22:07 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
Select the Commission Planning Commission
applying for
First Name James
Last Name Zahler
Address1 10293 Twin Lakes Rd NW
City Elk River
State MN
Page 122 of 372
Zip
Home Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Employer
Occupation
55330
Cell Phone Number
Optum
Sr Healthcare Economics Consultant
Why are you interested While attending a recent city council meeting, I wanted the city
in serving on a city approve the sale of land and the granting of an economic
commission? incentive to benefit a local business, approve a plan to tackle
emerald ash borer, and work with another local business to get
their building project in compliance with city code. Whether the
problem is economic or environmental it amazed me how big
picture, national problems which can face a grid lock at the
federal level, can find resolution at the local level. I want to be a
part of that.
What skills, training, Through out my educational background and professional career,
and experience would I have been known for my problem solving, critical thinking, and
you bring to the communication skills. My education was in philosophy and the
commission for which liberal arts, and for the last few years, I have been working as a
you seek appointment? data analyst. I can think deeply about complicated issues from
different perspectives and bring some technical skills and
statistical thinking to solving tough challenges.
Conflict of Interest No
If yes, explain:
How did you hear
about this vacancy?
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Electronic Signature
Field not completed.
Word of Mouth
Agree
James R Zahler
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