4.5 SR 07-15-2024The Elk River Vision
A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional service, and community
engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity
Request for Action
To
City Council
Item Number
4.5
Meeting Date
July 15, 2024
Prepared By
Katie Porath, Records Specialist
Item Description
Proclamation: Volunteer Appreciation Day
Reviewed by
Cal Portner
Tina Allard
Action Requested
Approve, by motion, a proclamation designating July 25, 2024, as Volunteer Appreciation Day at the Farmer's
Market.
Background/Discussion
The City Council appreciates and wishes to acknowledge volunteers who work on services and projects
throughout the year. Councilmembers will be at the July 25 Farmer's Market to meet and greet community
members and volunteers.
This proclamation expresses their feelings and thankfulness to volunteers in our community.
Financial Impact
N/A
Mission/Policy/Goal
Together we win.
Attachments
1. Volunteer Appreciation Proclamation
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Proclamation
Designating July 25, 2024 as
Volunteer Appreciation Day at the Farmer’s Market
in the City of Elk River, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River City Council believes volunteers are essential partners in
serving our community and supporting our mission; and
WHEREAS,we alone, as the City of Elk River can’t meet all the needs of our community and
depend on the hard work, passion, and dedication of our volunteers; and
WHEREAS, volunteers take time out of their demanding and busy lives to help make Elk River a
better place to live, work, and play and it is essential we continue having those who are willing to
give and share a part of themselves in preserving community; and
WHEREAS,the impact of our volunteers can be seen in every corner of Elk River, from picking
up trash in our neighborhood parks, clearing trees from trails, assisting staff with our many special
events, those who act as mentors and coaches in our youth sports programs, and so much more; and
WHEREAS,the City of Elk River takes great pride in honoring our volunteers and conveying our
gratitude and appreciation for their committed, selfless, and compassionate efforts; and
WHEREAS,the Elk River City Council wishes to recognize and say “thank you” to all our
volunteers who have given their time, energy, and talent to participating in caring for their
community and making a difference through their volunteer service.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, John J. Dietz, Mayor of Elk River, do
hereby proclaim July 25, 2024 as Volunteer Appreciation Day in the City of Elk River.
John J. Dietz, Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City Clerk
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