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Request for Action To Item Number Mayor and City Council 6.2 Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by Presentations, Awards and Recognition January 17, 2023 Cal Portner, City Administrator Item Description Reviewed by Proclamation: Lori Ziemer Day in the City of Elk River Reviewed by Action Requested Mayor Dietz will read the proclamation and the City Council will approve by motion. Background/Discussion Finance Director Lori Ziemer retired in December after nearly 28 years of service to the community. She was hired on February 27, 1995, as the assistant finance director and was promoted to finance director on August 16, 2017. As the finance director, she was responsible for the city accounting function, information technology, liquor store operations and building maintenance. As a result of her diligent efforts, the city has continued GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 32 consecutive years. The city also was recognized multiple times for its budget presentation by GFOA. Her efforts were instrumental in establishing and maintaining transparent finance policies which resulted in an AA+ bond rating through S&P Global, which has saved the city significant bond interest during her tenure. Lori is a stickler for details, ever vigilant and protective of public funds, and only interprets rules in black and white. Yet she was also patient with her colleagues, taking the time to educate them on public finance and assist them in finding solutions. She is an exemplar public servant and will be dearly missed. Financial Impact N/A Mission/Policy/Goal N/A Attachments  Proclamation The Elk River Vision A welcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional service, and community engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity. Updated: August 2020