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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
April 15, 2002 . '\ ~
:~ank Boyles, City Manage~
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION APPOINTING A PERSON TO
FILL THE EXISTING COUNCIL VACANCY.
Historv: As a result of the vacancy on the City Council created by the resignation
of Jim Ericson, the City has advertised the vacancy, completed an application
period and accepted applications from six residents who are interested in serving
on the City Council.
Current Circumstances: The City Council has now reviewed each of the six
applications submitted, and, in a televised special meeting earlier this evening,
taken the opportunity to interview each candidate. Minnesota Statutes provide
that when a City Council vacancy exists and the term remaining is less than half
of the original term, the City Council holds the responsibility of making an
appointment to fill the vacancy.
Conclusion: The City Council should consider the interviews and qualifications of
the candidates and take formal action to fill the vacant Council seat. This
appointment would be effective immediately through December 31, 2003.
Minnesota Statutes provide that the Mayor shall make the appointment in the
event of a tie vote by the four members of the Council.
The City Council should proceed on this appointment in an expedient but diligent
manner so there are again five members on the City Council.
(1) Motion to adopt a Resolution appointing to fill the
current vacancy on the City Council with the term of this appointment expiring on
December 31, 2003.
(2) Defer action to the next regular City Council meeting.
As the Council deems appropriate.
16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245
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RESOLUTION oz.-to L
A RESOLUTION APPOINTING A PERSON TO FILL
THE EXISTING CITY COUNCIL VACANCY FOR A TERM ENDING
DECEMBER 31, 2003.
Motion By:
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Second By:
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WHEREAS, the City Council has publicly solicited applications to fill the currently vacant position on the
City Council; and
WHEREAS, such solicitation has resulted in the receipt of six application; and
WHEREAS, Councilmembers had the opportunity to review each of the applications submitted; and
Whereas, at a special City Council meeting of April 15, 2002, the City Council heard presentations
and interviewed each of the six applicants.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA
that:
1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein.
2. Effective immediately, the City Council hereby appoints
City Council, the term of which expires on December 31,2003.
to fill the vacancy on the
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 15TH DAY OF APRIL, 2002.
Haugen Haugen
Gundlach Gundlach
Petersen Petersen
Zieska Zieska
YES
NO
City Manager, City of Prior Lake
16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E" Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245
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App6catiobfor City :tODb'cil Vacancy
This application is for residents interested in serving as a volunteer to be appointed to fill a
two-year City Council term expiring December 31, 2003, Applicants must be 21 years of age
and currently reside within the corporate limits of the City of Prior Lake for a minimum of thirty
days. Councilmembers receive $425 per month, and are expected to participate in two regular
meetings per week, as well as various work sessions, Approximately 7 to 15 hours per week is
required for Council duties, including meetings, site visits, telephone calls and reviewing
agenda materials.
NAME:
ADDRESS:
HM. PHONE:
Charles S. Gerlach
16059 'Northwood Road NW
952/440-5203 WK. PHONE: 612/348-3761
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BRIFFI Y nFSCRIRF YOIJR QUAlIFICATION INCIIIDINr, FnlJCATION, FXPFRIFNCF ANn
SKII I S FOR THIS POS,'TION (attach a r~~l1m~ if yon wi<::h)
Education: I graduated in the top of my class with honors from William Mitchell College of Law in
1998. Before attending law school, I earned an undergraduate degree from Alma College in
political science, and continued my studies at the graduate level at Wayne State University, Detroit,
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Experience: I have spent a significant portion of my adult live either involved in or studying
government and public service. I am currently an Assistant Hennepin County Attorney, working in
the Juvenile Prosecution Division, I also serve on the Citv's Lake Advisorv Committee, In 1997 I
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the concerns of ordinary citizens, and sought to focus my campaign on residential concerns.
Before attending law school, I worked in the United States Congress. I have experience in the
private sector as a store detective and computer sales representative. I am married and the father
of two young children, Marit and Bailey. We own a small home on Prior Lake. Together with my
wife, I manage the family budget, raise our children, and look out for our family's future.
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legal background will be useful in designing policies and ordinances that achieve their intended
effect and avoid unintended consequences. As a person who is involved daily in an adversarial
process, I understand the need to faithfully argue my position. At the same time, I believe in
remaining courteous and respectful towards opponents. I also understand the importance of
working toward consensus when possible. Professionalism has been the foundation of my legal
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to communicate with constituents and policy makers. I have been impressed at the positive results
achieved where policy makers communicate effectively with their constituents. I have also
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important function of the council is communication. The City benefits from the voices of our
business leaders, parents, and elders alike. I am convinced that solutions lie in the community and
not necessarily in the council chambers. Service to the community means zealously pursuing
community input, whether bye-mail, letters, phone calls or face-to-face meetings. Success is
achieved when the community understands what is being discussed, even if they cannot agree with
the decisions being made.
The people of Prior Lake dese~e to be represented on their Council. My interest in this Council
position is to provide a voice to the young families who are concerned about their children's
educational and recreational opportunities. Young families are also concerned about raising their
families in a safe neighborhood. They also deserve a safe and dynamic community with ample
opportunity for their children's growth and development.
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they dese~e, while still being able to afford to live in their homes. Citizens of Prior Lake dese~e
community development that provides for a viable tax base and alleviates the tax burden on
residential property. Development must also make sense in our community and should enhance
our quality of living. .
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center; the lake needs to be protected as an environmental resource, an economic asset, and a
community treasure. The City must take aggressive steps to maintain and improve the health of
our lake.
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DESCRIBE THE ISSUES IN OUR CITY THAT YOU FEEL NEED PARTICULAR ATTENTION.
The most pressing issue before the Council will be creating a mixed tax base capable of meeting'
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appropriate revenues to create and maintain a high quality community; it must also shift the burden
from residential property owners. Prior Lakes' geographic realities create a superior environment
for quality residential living, and atthe same time, severely restrict the City's economic
development capacity. We need to provide services for our community without sacrificing either
our community or a modest property tax,
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the various interests affected by growth. Those interests include the impact on residents, traffic,
environment, and the ability of the City to maintain service levels during growth and until tax
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'.....'.....j...a.p'p'i'a.ucf'i"he council's interest in creating a set of goals to guide it during the year. I understand
the City also has a comprehensive plan with provides a longer perspective, The City should create
and examine scenarios envisioning when all available land in the city is developed. We should
determine whether the City will continue to provide quality services to our citizens under the various
scenarios. By this means, we can hope to create future dangers by crafting appropriate policy
today.
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our community and supplies the water to Prior Lake. The Lake Advisory Committee understands
this need. We also understand that curative measures will only increase in cost over time. The
cures for some existing problems are already financially daunting in scope. A serious look at
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Finally, the City must address the citizen's water supply. Drilling additional wells may meet
immediate demands for water. The Council must undertake a long range study of the aquifer's
ability to meet the needs of the community when Prior Lake, Savage and Shakopee are fully
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PLEASE INDICATE ANY REFERENCES THAT WE MAY CONTACT.
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AFTER YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED, ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE ASKED
TO APPEAR BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL AT A TELEVISED SPECIAL MEETING TO
PROVIDE A PRESENTATION ADDRESSING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. YOUR
PRESENTATION WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES, AND WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A SERIES
OF FOUR QUESTIONS BY THE COUNCIL.
1. Why do you want to become a City Council member?
2. In your opinion, what is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
3. Which program and service areas does the City need' to change? Why?
4. What is your vision for the City of Prior Lake in 15 years?
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CHARLES S. GERLACH
16059 Northwood Road NW Prior Lake, Minnesota
55372
...152/440-5203
612/348-3761
EDUCATION
WILLIAM MITCHELL COLLEGE OF LAW, St. Paul, Minnesota
Juris Doctorate, Magna Cum Laude
. Curriculum Committee
. Faculty Appointments Committee
. Small Group Instructor, Civil Procedure
CIVIC ACTIVITIES
May 1998
Member, Prior Lake Advisory Committee
Candidate, Prior Lake City Council
1999-Present
1996
CAREER
HENNEPIN COUNTY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Assistant County Attorney, Juvenile Prosecution Division
1999-PRESENT
. Domestic Abuse Trial Team
. Adult Criminal Jury Trials
Charge, prepare and try criminal cases in District Court involving adult co-
defendants, Juveniles certified to stand trial as adults, Extended Jurisdiction
Juveniles. Case responsibility extends to sentencing.
. Juvenile Court Bench Trials
Charge, prepare and try juvenile delinquency cases. Caseload ranges in severity
from felony level to juvenile status offenses. Case responsibility extends through
disposition.
. Motion Practice
Research and argue a variety of omnibus issues, dispositions, adult certification and
Extended Jurisdiction Juvenile motions.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE INSTITUTE, Bloomington, Minnesota
Faculty Presenter, Juvenile Case Law Update August 2000
Organized, analyzed and presented juvenile delinquency case update focusing on
appellate cases decided in 2000 to a break out session of criminal law seminar.
INTERAMERICA, Washington, DC
Sales Associate
1994-1995
....ONGRESSMAN BART STUPAK, Washington, DC
Systems Manager
1993-1994
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Kelly Meyer
From: Theresa Sotis [patnic@mindspring.comj
Sent: Thursday, March 28, 2002 9:25 PM
To: Kelly Meyer
Subject: application for city council
Dear Kelly _ I am sending the following eh1ail in answer to the request for application. Thanks,
Patti
This application is for residents interested in serving as a volunteer to be appointed to fill a two')'ear City Council term
expiring December 31,.2003, Applicants must be 21 years of age and currently reside within the corporate limits of the City
of Prior Lake for a minimum of thirty days. Councilmembers receive $425 per month, and are expected to participate in two
regular meetings per week, as well as various work sessions, Approximately 7 to 15 hours per week is required for Council
duties, including meetings, site visits, telephone calls and review ing agenda materials.
NAME: Patti Sotis (aka-Theresa A. Sotis)
ADDRESS: 15605 Ridgemont Avenue S.E.
HM. PHONE: 952-447-4584 WK. PHONE: 952-402-9022
PLEASE INDICATE DAYS AND TIME,S A V AILABLE FOR AN INTERVIEW.
Any evening possible (or days). Not available from April 28th to May 8th. (long awaited visit to son in medical school in
Dom inica)
HOW DID YOU FIND OUT ABOUT THIS VACANCY?
Watching the council meeting on cable and thru the Prior Lake American.
BRIEFLY DESCRIBE YOUR QUALIFICA TlONINCLUDING EDUCATION. EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS FOR
THIS POSITION (attach C1 resume ifvou wisJ11
I believe that my broad range of experience and accomplishments, my proven people skills, my open common sense methods
and my extensive knowledge of the community qualify me to be a member of the Prior Lake City Council.
(See following resume)
DESCRIBE YOUR INTEREST IN THIS POSITION & HOW YOU CAN SERVE THE COMMUNITY.
I have a strong and long standing interest in this community thru active participation, ] have seen it grow from a small free
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standing almost rural village to a significant and still growing suburban city. With my experience in our community and my
business and development qualifications, 1 believe that 1 can truly be an asset to the city council and to the city of Prior Lake.
PESCRIBE THE ISSUES IN OUR_C,ITY_ THAT YOU FEEL NEED PARTICULAR ATTENTION.
Based on Prior Lake's fast emerging growth, I feel that we will be confronting a host of new challenges in the next decade.
Transportation, taxes, economic development. residential, senior and workforce housing will be central issues that need to be
balanced with the delivery of first class services to the Prior Lake residents.
r.LEASE INDICATE ANY REFERE~.sJ~S TJ.:IA T WE MAY CO NT ACT.
Name: Dave Unmacht, County Administrator Ph, 496-3480
Name: Bill Jaffa, Ex, Director Scott Co,HRA Ph, 402-9022
Name: Gene White, HRA Commissioner Ph. 447-6127
AFTER YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMlTTE}2, ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE ASKED TO APPEAR
BEFORE THE ClTY COUNCIL AT A TELEVISED SPECIAL MEETING TO PROVIDE A PRESENT AnON
ADDRESSING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. YOUR PRESENT AnON WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES.
AND WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A SERIES OF FOUR QUESTIONS BY THE COUNCIL.
I. Why do you want to become a City Councilmember?
2, In your opinion, what is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
3, Which program and service areas does the City need to change? Why?
4. What is your vision for the City of Prior Lake in 15 years?
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT RESUME
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Committee member that founded P.L.A.Y. (Prior Lake Athletics for Youth)
Fund Raiser for P.L.A. Y.
Leader - Camp Fire Girls
Member Parent/Teachers Association (PT A) - Chaired several committees
Board Member and Secretary - Willows Association
Secretary and Board Member - Prior Lake Association
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Co-Founder of the Prior Lake Players Community Theater; Board Member and Officer; Producer
of several productions and produced special Children's Theater.
Co-chair of 1992 Senior High Lock-In
Co-chair of several school bond referendums
Active in Prior Lake Schools Booster Clubs
Served on committees for Twin-Lake Days, Prior Lake Days, Snow Days and Lakefront Days
Co-chaired entertailU11ent committee - Fourth of July Celebrations
Board member of Scott/Carver/Dakota Community Action Agency (CAP)
Chair of Affordable Housing Coalition of Scott and Carver Counties
Co-Chair of Homeless Assessment Committee of Scott and Carver Counties
BUSINESS:
Public Housing Manager of Scott County Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Employment and Training Counselor/CAP Agency
Para-professional at School District #719
Certified Property Manager
Certified Occupancy Specialist
Member National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Organization (NAHRO)
Member Minnesota Housing and Redevelopment Organization
CHURCH RELATED:
Board Member - St. Michael's Home and School Board
CCD Teacher for 7 years - St. Michaels
Volunteer Tutor (Elementary) School District #719
Board member and Secretary of St. Michael's Council of Catholic Women
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V olunteer for Alpha Women's Center
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Applicafionfor 'CilyCoul1cil Vacancy
This application is for residents interested in serving as a volunteer to be appointed to fill a
two-year City Council term expiring December 31, 2003. Applicants must be 21 years of age
and currently reside within the corporate limits of the City of Prior Lake for a minimum of thirty
days. Councilmembers receive $425 per month, and are expected to participate in two regular
meetings per week, as well as various work sessions. Approximately 7 to 15 hours per week is
required for Council duties, including meetings, site visits, telephone calls and reviewing
agenda materials.
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TO APPEAR BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL AT A TELEVISED SPECIAL MEETING TO
PROVIDE A PRESENTATION ADDRESSING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. YOUR
PRESENTATION WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES, AND WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A SERIES
OF FOUR QUESTIONS BY THE COUNCIL.
1 . Why do you want to become a City Council member?
2. In your opinion, what is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
3. Which program and service areas does the City need to change? Why?
4. What is your vision for the City of Prior Lake in 15 years?
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Chad Vincent leMair
5524 Highpointe Court SE . Prior Lake, MN 55372
(952) 440-8506
Goal: A City Council Appointment
PROFILE
Proiect / Facilities Manaaer with expertise in major service-oriented operations,
Accomplished Principal & Proiect Manaqer in a growing floor installation business.
Experienced in directing high profile, task/project oriented Operations in environmental services.
Developed techniques/communication channels in all departments to achieve preventative
maintenance and environmental service needs in an efficient/expedient manner.
Inspire/motivate/train/direct employee accountability for performance & high standards,
Consistently handle many issues and projects simultaneously with speed/accuracy.
Show dedication/loyalty for successful efforts at Little Six & Mystic Lake Casino.
ACCOMPLISHMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Reorganized department of 225 team members and successfully:
Increased Retention Changed Corporate Culture Increased Productivity
Project manager for a 5000 Sq. Ft. addition to a gaming space.
Rebid products/equipment; resulted in vast cost savings/positive vendor relationShips.
Developed and established a 3 day training class for all team members.
Rebid products/equipment; resulted in vast cost savings/positive vendor relationships.
Reduced turnover in Environmental Services by 300%.
BuiltTipi Loading Dock Addition
Introduced/oversaw/established Maintimiser program to track/schedule work orders.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - Facilities & Maintenance Project Management
LITTLE SIX, INC., Prior Lake, MN 1991 to Present
MYSTIC LAKE CASINO, Prior Lake, MN
Construction Project Manager (1999 to Present)
Responsible for all administrative tasks for assigned projects including:
Scope Schedule Accounting & Budget Documentation
Review design for all projects including site data, drawings and specifications.
Accountable for developing specifications and bidding process; provide bid analysis, value
engineering information??? and manage contract award process.
Function as project manager on all assigned projects with responsibility for maintaining
all schedules and applying for building permits.
ABOVE ALL HARDWOOD FLOORS, Prior Lake, MN
Owner, CEO 6 Years to Present
Coordinate sales and flooring installations in commercial & residential projects.
Provide leadership for 15 full time employees.
Work with general contractors/customers; provide resource on flooring design/scope.
Generate/expand/manage accounts; provide project cost invoices to contractors.
Read plans/prints; make cost estimates on projects/jobs; apply CSI specs format to budget.
Schedule and manage up to 20 installation projects weekly.
Chad Vincent LeMair
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Environmental Services Manager -Little Six, Inc.- (1996 to 1999)
Oversee environmental services staff of 225 employees & direct yearly budget of $6M.
Established standards for entire department; supervised training manual development.
Manage cleaning services 600,000 Sq.Ft.facility; crosstrained in maintenance & projects.
Submit/maintain/follow through yearly capital expenditure budgets for yearly projects.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - Guest & Customer Service
Guest Services Manager
Oversaw 150 guest services employees; directed yearly $2.2M departmental budget.
Wrote/set policies./procedures for valet, greeting captains & coat check departments.
Reorganized coat check area & reduced customer complaints to virtual non-existence.
Transportation Coordinator
Organized/developed policies for valet department; schedule team leaders/valet attendants.
Supervised/trained 7 team leaders & 50 valet attendants; completed performance reviews.
Maintained valet traffic flow; oversaw valet sales & auditing.
CANTERBURY DOWNS HORSE RACING TRACK, Shakopee, MN 1986 to 1991
. Parking Manager
Controlled traffic flow; oversaw valet/parking lot and gate sales.
Participant with 7 others on a Safety Committee.
Koowledgeable in legal aspects & liabilities in the facility & OSHA & other standards.
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EDUCATION
MANKA TO STATE UNIVERSITY, Mankato, MN
Completed Requirements for Bachelor of Arts Degree
Major: Marketing Management Minor: Business Management
Varsity Wrestling Squad, Team Captain, 4 Years.
PRIOR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL, Prior Lake, MN
MN Wrestling AI/-Star with the most wins ever compiled at the school,
. State wrestling champion & runner up, 1ge5 & 1986.
Cross Country Running, captain & team member, four year letter winner.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Excel Lotus 1-2-3 Windows Powerpoint
. Network skills include E-Mail & utilization of Employee Attendance Program
. Initiation and utilization of Microsoft projects & Maintimiser System.
SEMINARS INCLUDE:
OSHA Trainer
Success Strategies
Sexual Harassment
Management
Chemical Dependent Personalities
Employee Relations/Communication
AutoCAD
Advanced Customer Service Skills
Supervision
Problem/Habitual Gamblers
Business Writing
Budgeting
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AppIicatioI'for .CiIy CIuncI V~
This application is for residents interested in serving as a volunteer to be appointed to fill a
two-year City Council term expiring December 31, 2003. Applicants must be 21 years of age
and currently reside within the corporate limits of the City of Prior Lake for a minimum of thirty
days. Councilmembers receive $425 per month, and are expected to participate in two regular
meetings per week, as well as various work sessions. Approximately 7 to 15 hours per week is
required for Council duties, including meetings, site visits, telephone calls and reviewing
agenda materials.
NAME:
ADDRESS;
HM. PHONE:
Vaughn Lemke
14472 Shady Beach Trail Prior Lake, MN 55372
952445-9316 WK. PHONE: 763537-9161
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SKILLS FOR THIS POSITrON (attach a resume if YOU wish).
Age: 50
Occupation: Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist, Federa! Aviation Administration (FAA)
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Experience: Currently on the Planning Commission. I ran for City Council in the last election and
received 631 votes. 1998 to 2000 I served as a board member of the Prior Lake Association. From
1987 to 1998 I was President of Local M98 of the National Air Traffic Controllers Association.
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DESC'RiSEYOU'R INTEREST IN THIS POSITIOllf& HOW YC5lJCA:~rSERVETHECOMMUN~'
I have lived in Prior Lake for 15 years. I love the Lake and the community. I would like to return
something to Prior Lake by serving on the City Council. I think it is important for citizens to be
involved with their government. I have been involved, and educated, by the time I have spent on
the Planning Commission. Serving on the City Council would be the next logical step to increase
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. Infrastruc::~re:.~~e ~~.~the roads, water a~_t!.Earks ~~ we grow... ..__ ...._..._..
City services: The people in government must always remember that the citizens are our
customers. Government must deliver city services to our customers in a more efficient, friendly and
cost effective manner.
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_y!"~~n ever EOS.sibl~..ErotectingJb.~~yironment in Jb~roce~s. .._.. , .._,.._,.___
Trust: The people of Prior Lake should be able to trust their government and be able to provide
input to.~he decision.rna~ing process. ___. ....._.__
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AFTER YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED, ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE ASKED
TO APPEAR BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL AT A TELEVISED SPECIAL MEETING TO
PROVIDE A PRESENTATION ADDRESSING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. YOUR
PRESENTATION WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES, AND WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A SERIES
OF FOUR QUESTIONS BY THE COUNCIL.
1. Why do you want to become a City Councilmember?
2. In your opinion, what is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
3. Which program and service areas does the City need to change? Why?
4. What is your vision for the City of Prior Lake in 15 years?
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Appli ca.fi on for City 'Council Vacancy
This application is for residents interested in serving as a volunteer to be appointed to fill a
two-year City Council term expiring December 31, 2003. Applicants must be 21 years of age
and currently reside within the corporate limits of the City of Prior Lake for a minimum of thirty
days. Councilmembers receive $425 per month, and are expected to participate in two regular
meetings per week, as well as various work sessions. Approximately 7 to 15 hours per week is
required for Council duties, including meetings, site visits, telephone calls and reviewing
agenda materials.
NAME:
ADDRESS:
HM. PHONE:
Lyaman McPherson
16282 West Ave S.E. Prior Lake
447-5257 WK. PHONE: 440-5533
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16200 Eagle Creek Ave, S,E" Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245
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AFTER YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED, ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE ASKED
TO APPEAR BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL AT A TELEVISED SPECIAL MEETING TO
PROVIDE A PRESENTATION ADDRESSING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. YOUR
PRESENTATION WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES, AND WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A SERIES
OF FOUR QUESTIONS BY THE COUNCIL.
1. Why do you want to become a City Councilmember?
2. In your opinion, what is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
3. Which program and service areas does the City need to change? Why?
4. What is your vision for the City of Prior Lake in 15 years?
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L yaman McPherson
16282 West Ave. S.E.
Prior Lake, MN 55372
Employment:
U.S. Navy Missile Tec1ulician Submarines, January 1980 - October 1993. Separated under VSI
program, honorarily retired Oct 1998.
· Maintained electronic, ordnance, and launch support equipment for Poseidon C-3 ICBM weapons.
· Provided security for Poseidon C-3 and Trident C-4 ICBM weapons
· Managed Missile Division personnel and supervised maintenance and storage of C-3 ICBM Weapons.
· Member US Navy Anti- Tenorism Force 1986-1989
Register Resale Corp. 2020 Silverbell Road Eagan, Repair Manager June 1993 _ May 1998.
Company defunct.
· Supervised repair department
· Developed testing and repair procedures
· Concunently Production manager from May 1995 - November 1996
· Concurrently Inventory Manager November 1996 - January 1998
Tomac Limited, Prior Lake, Owner, CEO, August 1994.- present.
· Evaluate and design electronic circuits
· Develop cables and interconnect devices
· Develop technical and production documentation
· Marketing, business development, and customer relations.
Education:
High School- Independence Jefferson, Independence Iowa - graduated January 1980.
College:
Trident Tec1mical College, North Charleston S.C. May 1992 - May 1993
· Psychology, Algebra courses.
Normandale Community College Bloomington MN May 1996- August 1998
· Business Management, English, and Computer Science courses,
Civic:
VFW Post 6208 life member and Honor Guard, Prior Lake Chamber of Conm1erce, PLHS Band
Boosters, PLHS Blue Line Club, Friendship Church band and choir, Milmesota Coalition of Scottish Clans _
President October 1997 - October 2000, Clan Macpherson International Minnesota Conm1issioner and
representative to MCSC 1996 - present. I ran for city council in 200 I and have been involved in several
conmmnity issues including the Downtown Re-development Conm1ittee meetings until the committee was
dissolved,
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~p]Jli(jatinnfor{jity{jonncl~ Vacancy
This application is for residents interested in serving as a volunteer to be appointed to fill a
two-year City Council term expiring December 31, 2003. Applicants must be 21 years of age
and currently reside within the corporate limits of the City of Prior Lake for a minimum of thirty
days. Councilmembers receive $425 per month, and are expected to participate in two regular
meetings per week, as well as various work sessions. Approximately 7 to 15 hours per week is
required for Council duties, including meetings, site visits, telephone calls and reviewing
agenda materials.
NAME:
ADDRESS:
HM. PHONE:
Jim Weninqer
2591 Sprinq Lake Road Shakopee Minn. 55379
952-445-6645 WK. PHONE: 952-937-3365
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNm' EMPLOYER
DESCRIBE YOUR INTEREST IN THIS POSITION & HOW YOU CAN SERVE THE COMMUNITY.
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AFTER YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED, ALL CANDIDATES WILL BE ASKED
TO APPEAR BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL AT A TELEVISED SPECIAL MEETING TO
PROVIDE A PRESENTATION ADDRESSING THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. YOUR
PRESENTATION WILL BE LIMITED TO 5 MINUTES, AND WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A SERIES
OF FOUR QUESTIONS BY THE COUNCIL.
1. Why do you want to become a City Councilmember?
2. In your opinion, what is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
3. Which program and service areas does the City need to change? Why?
4. What is your vision for the City of Prior take in 15 years?
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Jim Weninger
2591 Springl Lake Rd.
Shakopee, Minn_ 55379
Phone 952-445-6645
March 26, 2002
Mayor Jack Haugen
Prior Lake City Hall
16200 Eagle Creek Blvd.
Prior Lake Minn55372
Re: City Council Appointment
Dear Mr. Haugen:
I am writing this to express my interest in being considered for the open City
Council seat. Many friends and neighbors familiar with my experience with government
and my interest in local issues have urged me to apply for the position. I am a life long
resident of the Prior Lake area having lived at my current address 2591 Spring Lake Road
for over 25 years. Appointment to this position would allow me to continue my life long
commitment toward the improvement of the City and area of Prior Lake.
My Educational background is as follows, Master Degree, Augsburg College,
Bachelors Degree, and Associates Degree, University ofMim1esota, High School, St Paul
Monroe.
As for qualifications and experience, professionally I have worked in Facilities
Management most of my working life. I am cunoently The Facilities and Maintenance
Manager at the Toro ManufactUling Plant in Shakopee, This position keeps me well
appraised of the demands that growth is placing on all the communities of our area. It
would also allow me the flexibility to attend some meetings during the day. I've spent
over ten years as the Physical Plant Director for Augsburg College a position that must be
very similar to that of a City Engineer of a coni.munity of 5 or 6 thousand people. This
position also required that I work closely with The City of Mil mea polis, Helmepin
County and the Metro-Council in Rimming and coordinating the Services for the Campus.
I have served on many area committees and organization. Listed below are a few
areas of experience I would like to Highlight.
A) Appointed by the Governor to the Minnesota River Assessment
Project.
B) Helmepin County Advisory Committee on Institutional Recycling.
C) Helmepin County Advisory Committee on Zoning Ordinance revision.
D) Metro Council Water Quality Advisory Committee.
E) Chaired a Prior Lake/Savage area School Funding Referendum Drive.
F) Served 3 years on the Prior Lake Planning Commission.
G) Helped draft the Prior Lake Spring Lake Watershed 509 Water
Management Plan. I also helped review and updated the plan several years
latter.
Important areas I feel are facing city govenm1ent over the next few years are:
A) First and fom1ost is growth, I think that within the next 10 years our
City could be built out. That means today we need to be sure the
groundwork is laid to meet the demands of this growth.
B) A few years ago a conununity survey identified the water quality in
our lakes as one of the most important issues facing our Community.
To preserve and protect these Lakes is very important for future
generations.
C) Although we are experiencing growth we must keep governmental
growth in check. I am a City Taxpayer and I believe that City
Govenm1ent needs to approach the City budget like they are spending
their own money, because they are.
D) Prior Lake is not an island, roads lead in and out of City, as such we
must work closely with our neighboring communities. Good
coordination can help us to efficiently deliver services and see that we
don't duplicate them
E) Prior Lake must have a viable business core; we cannot allow our
business to go down the road. We must keep the business we have and
help build an identity for Downtown Prior Lake.
F) ThePlalming commission serves a very important role in our City and
we are fortunate to have the people on it that we do. However I hear
Friends and Neighbors talking about avoiding the Planning
Commission by doing projects themselves or finding contractors that
will work without pem1its. That must be changed.
I am a life long resident of the area, I plan to remain here the rest of my life and I
would like to do my part to see that Prior Lake remains a good place to live. I would
bring over 30 years of active involvement in Water Quality and Lake Management to the
Council. With 55 years in the community I can bring knowledge of our history and an
understanding of the problems past growth has brought to our area. As a fiscal
conservative I believe the first questions a Council Member should ask are how much
will this cost and do we really need it.
My job allows me flexibility to make myself available for interviews at your
convenience. I am looking forward to hearing from you regarding your next step in
selecting our next City Council Member
Sincerely,
Jim Weninger
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Presentation
1) Why do I want to be a City Council member?
I have lived in Prior Lake all my life. There have been times when I could have made a
career choice that would have taken me to other Cities, but I chose to stay here. Now I
plan on spending the rest of my life here. I made this choice because I feel Prior lake is a
wonderful place to live and raise children, I have always tried to be involved and I hope I
have played a small part in keeping this a good place to live, A few of the areas I am
most proud of are:
· Helping develop and updating the Watersheds Water Management plan
Playing a part in the State's plan to restore the Milmesota River
· Being involved with our school system and several Referendum Drives
· Serving on the Metro-Council Water Quality Advisor Board.
I feel that if! were selected for the City Council it would be the next step in allowing me
to do what I can to keep Prior Lake the good place it is to live. The kind of place I would
like my daughter to live. That would make three generations in town.
2) In your opinion, What is the single most important issue facing the City today? Why?
In my opinion the most important issue facing our City is growth. Many of the other
problems we face are driven by this one. Within the next 10 years this City will be very
close to being built out. This means we will be seeing tremendous changes and we will
need to be ready for them, There has already been some discussion on the lack of space
for the Police Dept. We are getting to the point where we need to be considering another
Fire Hall. We need to work with our school system to be sure they are ready to handle the
growth. And, we need to coordinate with them and other community groups so we make
the best and most economical use of our facilities, Parks, and Services
3) Which program and service areas does the City Need to change? Why?
The service that most people have direct contact with is the Planning Department. Even
thought I am sure the people there are doing their best, there seems to be a negative
feeling regarding this department. I'm sure it's because. they all to often end up telling
people what they can't do. I become concemed when people tell me they are doing
projects themselves or finding craftmen that will do work without a pennit, when this
happens something is wrong,
I think we need to start with the question "what can we do to help make this happen" and
work from there. I would suggest before the council approves any new ordinances we
should ask, "do we really need this and what will it accomplish,". I think we need to
review ordinances that are commonly being ignored and see if we really need them or if
we can make them more user friendly.
We have all seen new business developing around us, and some leaving town. The
Planning Dept plays a critical roll in the development of business, We need to be sure
someone in the PlaIming Department has the responsibility to find and work with
potential new business. Also that the Planning Department has the support of and clear
guidance from the council to attract business
4) What is your vision for the city of Prior Lake in 15 years?
In 15 years the City will be built out. With a nice blend of ApaI1ment Buildings, Town
Houses, lower end starter Homes and some nice High end Homes, Highway13 should be
4 lanes from 101 to 280, Country 21 will be 4 lanes from 35W and will be linked to
County Road 18. The Old Downtown Prior Lake will still have some of the old small
town feel with a concentration of Professional Services, offices, Hospitality Businesses,
and Shops catering to the specialty needs of our community. The Ring Road now
completed will have helped to revive the Priordale Mall (Booksville Mall) anchored by
the remodeled and expanded Hollywood Bar & Grill and T J.Holligans, along with
several new conunercial ventures
The intersection of 170th St. aI1d Highway 13 has been reconstructed to line up, as part of
the ring road project. This intersection is fast becoming a commercial center serving the
growing population of Spring Lake. The new water tower plam1ed to service the new
development south and west of Spring Lake is in service. Water quality in all our lakes
has improved greatly now that sewer and water service extended all the way around
Spring Lake. We have just completed the construction of our 3rd Fire hall, which includes
a Community Recreation Center and sports fields. The School District is laying plans for
its next school to be built next to it so it can make use of the sports fields already
designed by the City. There is a newly developed commercial district adjacent to the
Mystic Lake Casino driven by the Casino traffic and the improved Country Roads 81 and
42. The Verlings now want to retire from farn1ing and the City may get State and County
help developing a Commercial Park along County Road 42 with the back half of the land
developed into a park and recreation area, The Visitor Center in the newly developed
County Park on Spring Lake has just been dedicated. Prior Lake is known as that
beautiful community south of the river, with its wonderful well planned City and County
Parks, linked by a Green way system. That City that has retained its small town feel and
has no problem getting people involved or finding Community Volunteers.
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