6.4 SR 02-18-2025The 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
6.4
Meeting Date
February 18, 2025
Prepared By
Jolene Richter, Deputy Clerk
Item Description
Advisory Board Candidate Interviews
Reviewed by
Cal Portner
Tina Allard
Action Requested
The Council to interview candidates for the various advisory boards. Appointments will be made later in the
meeting.
Background/Discussion
The Council makes appointments in February for terms beginning in March. All positions are for three-year
terms beginning March 1, 2025, and expiring February 29, 2028.
Heritage Preservation Commission
Linda Campbell Requesting Reappointment
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission
Kara Walker Requesting Reappointment
Figure Skating Club Representative
Parks and Recreation Commission
Melissa Fermoyle Requesting Reappointment
Greg Loidolt Requesting Reappointment
Planning Commission
Perry Beise Requesting Reappointment
Eric Johnson - Unable to attend Requesting Reappointment
Utilities Commission
Mary Stewart Requesting Reappointment
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The following members did not seek reappointment:
▪ Mike Cunningham, Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission
Financial Impact
NA
Mission/Policy/Goal
Elk River Mission
Attachments
1. Reappointment Applications
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From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Jolene Richter
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Date:Wednesday, January 8, 2025 10:07:57 AM
Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Residency Information
Members of the Economic Development Authority, Heritage Preservation,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Planning, and Utilities Commission
must be Elk River residents. Residency is not a requirement for the
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission and Parks and Recreation
Commission. .
Select the Commission
reapplying for
Heritage Preservation Commission
First Name Linda
Last Name Campbell
Address1 17690 Johnson St NW
City Elk River
State MN
Zip 55330
Home Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Email Address
Employer Retired
Occupation Chaplain
Why are you interested
in continuing to serve
on this commission?
Serving on the Heritage Preservation Commission has provided
me with opportunity to contribute to the Elk River community by
offering my perspective on ways to highlight and preserve the
history of Elk River and its citizens. My educational background
(B.A. in History) and interest in historic preservation inform my
contributions.
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I've served one term on the Commission. I attended a state-wide
conference on preservation in 2023, bringing back to the
commission information learned during the conference. I would
like the opportunity to continue to serve on the Commission.
Conflict of Interest No
If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Linda S. Campbell
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From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Jolene Richter
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Date:Tuesday, January 21, 2025 4:25:23 PM
Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Residency Information
Members of the Economic Development Authority, Heritage Preservation,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Planning, and Utilities Commission
must be Elk River residents. Residency is not a requirement for the
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission and Parks and Recreation
Commission. .
Select the Commission
reapplying for
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission
First Name Kara
Last Name Walker
Address1 5 Front St NW
City St Michael
State MN
Zip 55376
Home Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Cell Phone Number, Email Address
Employer Landscape Structures
Occupation Manufacturing Engineer
Why are you interested
in continuing to serve
on this commission?
I have been involved with the Elk River FSC since 2010 and a
Learn to Skate coach / director during those years. I have a
vested interest in the success of the facility and want to continue
to be a part of decisions / discussions that contribute to it.
Conflict of Interest No
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If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Kara Walker
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From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Jolene Richter
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Date:Wednesday, January 15, 2025 11:57:34 AM
Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Residency Information
Members of the Economic Development Authority, Heritage Preservation,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Planning, and Utilities Commission
must be Elk River residents. Residency is not a requirement for the
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission and Parks and Recreation
Commission. .
Select the Commission
reapplying for
Parks and Recreation Commission
First Name Melissa
Last Name Fermoyle
Address1 9217 Trinity Gardens
City Brooklyn Park
State MN
Zip 55443
Home Phone Number
Cell Phone Number Field not completed.
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Cell Phone Number, Email Address
Employer Metal Craft
Occupation Human Resources
Why are you interested
in continuing to serve
on this commission?
I have worked in the Elk River area for over 10 years. I enjoy the
commission and being on the commission allows me the
opportunity to learn more about the city and what it provides its
citizens.
Conflict of Interest No
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If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Melissa Fermoyle
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Parks and Recreation in providing better recreational
opportunities for the residents of Elk River.
I prioritize working within our extremely constrained budget, as
we have numerous projects requiring attention and our funding is
significantly limited.
Conflict of Interest No
If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Greg N Loidolt
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From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Jolene Richter
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Date:Monday, January 6, 2025 3:43:34 PM
Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Residency Information
Members of the Economic Development Authority, Heritage Preservation,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Planning, and Utilities Commission
must be Elk River residents. Residency is not a requirement for the
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission and Parks and Recreation
Commission. .
Select the Commission
reapplying for
Planning Commission
First Name Perry
Last Name Beise
Address1 Sauk Rapids Police, 250 Summit Av N
City Sauk Rapids
State Minnesota
Zip 56379
Home Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Email Address
Employer City of Sauk Rapids
Occupation Chief of Police
Why are you interested
in continuing to serve
on this commission?
Dear Council Members,
I would like to continue to serve on the Elk River Planning
Commission. I was appointed in 2019 and them reappointed in
2022. I believe that at this point I have a grasp on the workings of
the Commission and would like to use the experience and
knowledge that I have gained to continue my service to the
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community.
Sincerely,
Perry Beise
Conflict of Interest No
If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Perry JM Beise
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From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Jolene Richter
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Date:Tuesday, January 14, 2025 3:48:01 PM
Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Residency Information
Members of the Economic Development Authority, Heritage Preservation,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Planning, and Utilities Commission
must be Elk River residents. Residency is not a requirement for the
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission and Parks and Recreation
Commission. .
Select the Commission
reapplying for
Planning Commission
First Name Eric
Last Name Johnson
Address1 10880 184th Ct NW
City Elk River
State MN
Zip 55330
Home Phone Number
Cell Phone Number
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Cell Phone Number
Employer Cohesity
Occupation Field Technical Director -Cyber Resiliency
Why are you interested
in continuing to serve
on this commission?
I like being able to help shape the future of the community I have
called home for the last 22 years.
Conflict of Interest No
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If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Eric Johnson
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From:noreply@civicplus.com
To:Jolene Richter
Subject:Online Form Submittal: Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Date:Wednesday, January 15, 2025 10:36:31 AM
Board and Commission Reappointment Application
Residency Information
Members of the Economic Development Authority, Heritage Preservation,
Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Planning, and Utilities Commission
must be Elk River residents. Residency is not a requirement for the
Multipurpose Facility Advisory Commission and Parks and Recreation
Commission. .
Select the Commission
reapplying for
Utilities Commission
First Name Mary
Last Name Stewart
Address1 20572 Ulysses St NW
City Elk River
State MN
Zip 55330
Home Phone Number Field not completed.
Cell Phone Number Field not completed.
Email Address
Public Contact
Information
Email Address
Employer (Former) Great River Energy
Occupation Retired
Why are you interested
in continuing to serve
on this commission?
I believe my life and work experience in accounting and the utility
industry has provided a helpful asset to the ERMU Commission.
The years I have spent on the commission have given me the
insight into government institutions and serving my community. I
wish to continue to give back in this way.
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Conflict of Interest No
If yes, explain:Field not completed.
Electronic Signature
Agreement
Agree
Electronic Signature Mary E Stewart
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