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ESSAY QUESTIONS <br /> 4. Describe how the nominee has made a lasting, positive impact at the local, state, or national level through parks and <br /> recreation resources. (250 words maximum) <br /> It is difficult to imagine Elk River if it not for Dave's passion for parks and recreation. Our municipal park system <br /> brings great pride to our community. It is enjoyed by visitors from the region and is arguably one of the best <br /> in the entire state which is a direct result of Dave's commitment,tenacity,vision, and support. As a Parks and <br /> Recreation Commission Chair and citizen advocate, Dave is the first to speak up and explain why parks and <br /> recreation is crucial for the health and welfare of our community. <br /> If being the single driving force for park development was not enough, Dave Anderson has further impacted <br /> the lives of many residents in park programming as well. Dave has also served by coaching and serving on <br /> youth sports boards for nearly 30-years. He has been active in Boy Scouts where he has mentored more than <br /> 30 prospective Eagle Scouts. <br /> In 2008,the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association bestowed upon him their Parks and Recreation Board <br /> and Commission Award for his significant contributions as a commission member recommending public <br /> policies,financing and advocating for parks and recreation. <br /> During 2014, he co-chaired the Facilities Committee for the annual Hockey Day Minnesota event. This event <br /> attracted more than 4,000 people,and was televised nationally on Fox Sports <br /> Dave's volunteerism and commitment is unparalleled in the city and likely the entire state. He was recognized <br /> by the Elk River Star News choosing Dave as their"Newsmaker of the Year for 2014." <br /> .I 1 +� .t 4 e <br /> ` <br /> Ali . � .. <br /> F <br /> � ' <br /> a; <br /> - _ - ___ . _ - -;.: -.. -.-1......--- At, - <br /> to w x 4. MX »`,... 4,' « <br /> t <br /> a , 4 n ,..t.„. sort of ��'�!" <br /> 4 <br /> }4 <br /> = K rya• AR .� <br /> - <br /> y ,K <br /> ; -4 "- 4— -� d .4 4.-- `tit 11 <br /> Robert M. Artz Citizen Advocacy Award Application 2015 I Elk River Parks and Recreation <br />