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~ordoGll- I~\qlaz 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.