HANDOUT 12-09-2002
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To: Mayor Klinzing and Councilmembers Motin and Tveite
From: Council members Dietz and Kuester
We would like to propose an ordinance amendment to allow Dave Anderson to continue to serve on the
City Park Commission. Because we agree with the basic concept of restricting service on the commission
to Elk River residents, our original intent was to have an "exception." However, a conversation with Peter
Beck directed us to proceed by introducing an ordinance amendment that would allow Park Commission
members who are serving as non-residents (as of 12/02) to continue to serve on the Park Commission.
It is our belief that an individual who has shown such extraordinary dedication, commitment, and
leadership in service to the City's park and recreation efforts for fifteen years should be allowed to
continue to serve. In fact, at a time of major growth and transition in both of these two areas, it would be a
mistake to exclude the Park Commissioner who has the most knowledge of the history of City park and
recreation development as well as the most experience recruiting and working with park volunteers.
In support of our proposal we list the following qualifications for Dave Anderson.
Has regularly attended monthly Park Commission meetings in addition to attending many Planning
Commission, City Council, and adjunct committee/special meetings.
Has regularly volunteered every week to work on Park development and maintenance
Has been deeply involved in the leadership, recruitment of volunteers and the creative
development of several recreational areas Le. baseball/softball, cross country skiing, bike
trails, snowmobile regulations, biathlon range, and natural prairie development of selected
city properties.
Has served as a resource with much familiarity with current Parks as well as much knowledge of
the geography of Elk River and County Park and Trail plans.