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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10B - Prior Lake EDA Appointment MEETING DATE: AGENDA #: PREPARED BY: AGENDA ITEM: DISCUSSION: ALTERNATIVES: RECOMMENDED MarION: CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT NOVEMBER 16, 1998 lOB FRANK BOYLES, CITY MANAGER CONSIDER APPROVAL OF MAYOR'S RECOMMENDATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO FILL THE VACANCY ON THE PRIOR LAKE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Historv Mike Gresser was appointed to the Economic Development Authority for a term which expires on December 31, 2000. Mr. Gresser has submitted his resignation to avoid any potential conflict of interest as he may be involved in a development project in the community. The' City Council directed that applications for the position be solicited and interviews conducted by Mayor Mader, Councilmember Wuellner, EDA Vice President Underferth and myself. Current Circumstances On Tuesday, November 10, 1998, interviews were conducted with the four persons who submitted applications for this vacancy. The applications are attached for City Council information. Mayor Mader has been supplied feedback regarding the applicants from members of the interview team. The Economic Development Authority Bylaws state, "All vacancies in the Board of Commissioners, whether caused by resignation termination of Councilmembers, death or otherwise, shall be filled by City Council Mayoral appointment with City Council confirmation". Conclusion The Mayor should make his recommendation for the person to fill the vacancy and the Council should confirm, if they support the choice. 1.) Appoint and confirm one of the interviewees to fill the present Economic Development Authority vacancy terminating December 31, 2000. Alternative 1. 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (612) 447-4230 / Fax (612) 447-4245 I:\TEMP\CITYCOUN\CCREPOR1\111610B.DOC~H~<Le{l)pPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ,......glfir'f"i~.... '..~7~:- Please circle the Committee or Board you are interested in: Planning Commission ~nomic Dev~~;~'~n;'A~'th;~:i1;y Lake Advisory Committee Parks Advisory Committee Other Committee This application is for residents of Prior Lake interested in serving on a Board or Commission for the City of Prior Lake. Appointments are made by the City Council. Name: Thomas T. Rusk Address: - 15284 Oakridge Cir. SE, Prior Lake MN 55372-194384 Phone (H): 447-3147 Date: _ September 30, 1998 (W): How did you find out about this opportunity? News Briefs in Prior Lake American Briefly describe your qualifications including education, experience, and skills for the position (please attach your resume): It could be suggested that Prior Lake might utilize an economist on its Economic Development Authority Committee. By education and private sector work experience, I am an economist. Most of my background has been dealing with the profitable management of private property with a strong understanding of credit and finance. l:v\SSTMGREi\IPI.OYMT\;\ DV..\P.DOC 6/<)l' ~ \J'~ \\J ~of ~OOI Briefly describe your interest in this position and how you can serve the community: I have the real understanding of Newton's Law, "For every action there is an equal bllt opposite reaction." One of the real reasons for government is to facilitate the commerce of the people it was formed to serve. The willingness of people to trade something, of which they have a surplus, for something they want, is how growth is created. All this comes with the competent understanding that not all development is for tangible goods. Please list three references that we may contact: Dennis Christensen. . . Ray Busch... Brian Carlson. . . 447-6559 447-4268 447-4811 Please indicate days and times you would be available for meetings: Almost anytime with short notice My signature confirms that I have read and understand the background information regarding Prior Lake Advisory Bodies. I recognize that my failure to sign or accurately complete this application, or if I falsify information in this application, I will automatically be disqualified from consideration. ~'1 . t2 Signature: '-" .Ilv!\!\'( ~~ ~~ I:\ASSTMGR\EMPI.OYMT\ADV AP.DOC 619H OBJECTIVE EXPERIENCE EDUCATION Thomas T. Rusk 15284 Oakridge Circle, S.E. Prior Lake, MN 55372-1943 612/447-3147 .~- ., To add my genuine ability to stimulate others to succeed by sharing positive ideas earned from a broad seasoning of relevant common sense encounters. First BanklFirst Trust, Minneapolis/St Paul Assistant Vice-President & Farm Manager Established their Trust Farm Management Division. If calculated on an annual basis, managed over 300,000 acres of farmland held in Trusts an Estates. Sold more than $30 million of farm real estate, marketed in access of $50 million of agriculture commodities, purchased above $20 million in seed, fertilizer, and chemicals. Successful in working out a large number of problem loans during the agriculture crisis. Worked with many attorneys on estate planning. Lectured to the Minnesota Bar Association. Extensive travel in the agriculture production areas of Minnesota and surrounding states. Irwin Union Bank &Trust Company, Columbus, IN Farm Manager, Commercial Loan Officer & Trust Real Estate Officer Managed farms in South Central Indiana. Aided in the establishment of farm credit lines, sat on Commercial Loan Committee, Trust Investment Committee, and Discretionary Distribution Committee. Prepared farm loan and fee appraisals. Doane Agriculture Service, Quincy, IL & Logansport, IN Farm Management Fieldman Managed farms in Northeast Missouri and then Indiana, Ohio and Michigan. Lectured to classes of Purdue farm management students. Staley Farms, Kansas City, MO Herdsman, Fed and fitted purebred Angus cattle for show and sale. Purdue University Livestock Farm, West Lafayette, IN Student labor, Served one year as interim University's Shepherd. U.S. Navy, USS Tarawa (CVS-40) Radar Petty Officer Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture Economics Relevant courses included: Management, Marketing, Finance, Animal and Crop Production, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Statistics, History, and Communication. (Employed full time on University Farms) Turman Township Schools, Graysville, IN -, WJJ. r ~'{\b ',';0 ~JQJ~ ,( ~ "1.( Please circle the Committee or Board you are interested in: Planning Commission Economic Development Authority Lake Advisory Committee Parks Advisory Committee Other Committep This application is for residents of Prior Lake interested in serving on a Board or Commission for the City of Prior Lake. Appointments are made by the City Council. Name: ',) 0 t1 N fYl" r$ Cj y-\ -r; tll1 se Y\ Address: ,/ . n ' '7,3 'II it r,cr~l;(JDd.j 5:;., S'K- Pr;vr J.-4 }(e . J1IN 553 7L Phone (H): Lj t/O.- q..; 7t) Date: {j I d. (/ J tf,f' .<W): g;;s -:70()~) How did you find out about this opportunity? (j1., 0 r J- d )\ e N .e te' So Ptl p F T Briefly describe your qualifications including education, experience, and skills for the position (please attach your resume): 13 Hi., 1')".. (> r /I rTs. J)~cde e ~n ;0') a. ~l t1 <l ~ ~'),\II' 14 'I ) (I 0 rt1 HI U 11/1 ~/)/ on$. r niAve exp{!(i~,.,c..e ',n rm.Iji1/C;Ptl/ qDlJCr.1y1.11~Y1'1-l-.vh;d, inc-/vJf~ z CJ.1;Y1r I ;'l'YI VIII e-;f'tJ r'Yl".1 ~I u.1 ~ >>'" (; ni- ~ C' cO~' cw.,.,/c Ji'f'UP!Of' ...../ ";1,,1-, I p055r:5S 900& /;s.!r?Vt;Jo1\- +- 't>t{.f'!r'pn:5011.Ai! COJM1""'V,,~Cd ';;01'/ ~){.~/5',.. {2 e!. v vm,L C"- ~\o c it '€ ~ ( ]:\ASSTMGR\EMPLOYMT\ADVAP.DOC 6/98 Briefly describe your interest in this position and how you can serve the community: As ct ht'LU {,c"J:Jfevl f .~+ Y~J<" Ct?f>>P1/HC/;-?,'It..j--, r UJOq/jJ //)((.._ (v {} / hf'cor.~ Inl)o/Vfd ih five. (lON1IWvlf.};"h; )/1 u)A;t--h r /:'-'e: / I f c a V/ <; P 'iJ i' <-I-It (1 0_ Ofh1 m u '1 / I.t k t.1- t/ J Ii 2. ; I') C"y /111 t,f IfJI' ok 55 /C-n c:tZ J oj . I ~ t? X fJe1 /<.12-vLc:L--I-o /;.e 4c- r'" Se r- Uf. f). 1'0 Y' J..a ke.. r Please list three references that we may contact: S 'f r> fH-l a L h -t./{) Please indicate days and times you would be available for meetings: f:J.t\~ ~i)..!f\IYI"i'___ v ~ ..z~c""a r / Vt'5 , ))01 C1U4.ilo/)fc Jl)(ihS- dtil/ 1:.w.C' ["vl'-s. J } My signature confirms that I have read and understand the background information regarding Prior Lake Advisory Bodies. I recognize that my failure to sign or accurately complete this application, or if I falsify information in this application, I will automatiCalln~ed from C:Sideration. Signature: ~~ (/Y J:\ASSTMGR\EMPLOYMT\ADV AP.DOC 6/98 SUMMARY: EXPERIENCE: March 1995 to July 1998 1993 - 1995 1990 - 1993 1990 1987 - 1990 1982 - 1987 JOAN MAR-SAN JOHNSEN 4341 Prior Wood Street, SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 (612) 440-9574 Highly responsible and motivated manager with twelve years experience in administration, budgeting, marketing and overseeing non-profit organizations. Resourceful, results oriented, administrator with exceptional public relations, interpersonal and problem resolution skills, excelling in financial p~nning, fund raising and working with volunteers. NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES OF READING - Reading, Pa. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Manage and direct organization's progrflmming. Responsible for grant writing, budgeting, fund raising, marketing, and daily operations. Coordinate Home Ownership Program, Home Buyer's Club, Ho~sing Rehabilitation Program and Resident Leadership Program. Facilitate programs with the City of Reading. Increased assets by 33.4%. CORNWALL MANOR - Cornwall, Pa. DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR - Manage development program for continuing care retirement community. Inclusive of endowment fund, annuar and planned giving. Coordinate planned giving seminars. Secure planned gifts. Conduct development portion of inservice day for new and existing c.....,lIloyees. ERIC M. JOHNSEN, DMD, LTD - Lancaster, Pa. OFFICE MANAGER - Organize start up dental practice, including computerization of office. Develop and implement marketing strategy . FRANKLIN YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION - FrRnlc:1in, Pa CAPITAJ.. CAMPAIGN DIRECTOR - Manage $1.5 Capital campaign. Secure gifts, facilitate campaign strategies, coordinate team captains. ( Consultant) FRANKLIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - Franklin, Pa. PRESIDENT - Manage all chamber programs. Responsible for marketing, publications, budget preparation, membership drive, fund raising projects, and coordinating volunteers. Create high profile for the Chamber of Commerce and assist small business. Coordinate with &" ~ ernmental agencies; city, county and state. Computerized chamber office. Increased budget 48.5%. Responsible to Board of Directors. BOROUGH OF SUGARCREEK - FraP1c1in, Pa. BOROUGH MANAGER - Organize and coordinate the business of the Borough. Responsible to Borough Council. Draft ordinances and resolutions. Budget p... c.:}laration and maintenance. Labor negotiations. Manage 20 employees. Computerized municipality. DEVELOPMENT COORDINA TO~ - Coordinate business activities through municipal and county agencies. Liaison between governmental agency and enh<:'j,lreneur. Assist prospective tenants with site location and related start up compliance. ZONING OFFICER - Enforce the Borough's Zoning Ordimlllce. P.I.<:.j,lare hearings on behalf of the Zoning Hearing Board, consult with solicitor relative to legal issues. Prepare court cases and appear on behalf of the municipality. 1966 - 1974 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRA TIVE ASSIST ANT - Responsible for recording and storing of classified documents. MaintBin administrative personnel records. MILITARY PERSONNEL SPECIALIST (CIVIL SERVICE) - Interview military personnel for special assignment. Arrange portcalls for overseas assignments. Obtain assignments and clearances. EDUCATION: Lebanon Valley College, BA - Management/Communications Peirce Junior College, AS Institute for Organizational Management - 3 years (Delaware) BOARDS: Community Housing Resource Board, 1995 - 1998 Community Housing Council, 1996 - 1998 Berks Housing Opportunities, 1996 - 1998 Vice President, 1998 Sovereign Bank - Credit Reinvestment Act Advisory Board, 1997 - 1998 Pennsylvania State Chamber of Commerce, 1989 - 1990 Venango County Industrial Development Corporation, 1985 - 1990 Vice President, 1989 - 1990 Secretary, 1988 - 1989 Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad, 1987 - 1990 Vice President, 1988 - 1990 Secretary, 1987 - 1988 Venango County Vocational Technical Advisory Board, 1987 - 1990 Franklin Regional Medical Center Corporation, 1988 - 1990 ORGANIZATIONS: National Society of Fund Raising Executives, 1993 - 1998 Successfully completed Certified Fund Raising Executives Examination - February 1998 Lebanon Valley College, Alumni Continuing Education Committee, 1995 - 1998 References furnished upon request. REFERENCES Joan Marsan Johnsen 4341 Priorwood St., SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 612-440-9574 Robert J. Hoppes Vice President Community Development First Union Bank PO Box 1102 Reading, PA 19601 610-655-0783 (Office President, Neighborhood Housing Services of Reading, 1987 - 1998 E. William Gabrys, City Manager City of Franklin 430 13th street Franklin, Pa. 16323 814-437-1485 (Office) Edward G. Slatcher MBA in Accounting and operations Research 165 Honeysuckle Lane pottstown, PA 19465 610-372-8433 (Office) 610-327-9994 (Home) Fiscal Manager, Neighborhood Housing Services of Reading, 1997 - 1998 .- .,J,' :r 10/07/98 WED 15:58 FAX 6124474245 CITY OF PRIOR LAKE I4J 001 . ":,: ;:l,'(~')'~<::': .. ;;,:-1" /~'('" (.:,c::,: ;C, 'i i". r:i,~r~''''i~~~:~~''Z~:.\~i:::. ,<..: :;';. . ' . , ,I ':,.', I , :.: I;. \);,!<;;i::;:;"r:i.; , :\ /",;:.I,L:', ' :{J.\~".!.:~',~::;":'JJP,::;:,~:,.~,..!:\y:).,:,';.:fCL::,::,:::\}I~:i,"\:L,:, 11~ ~\\J\JL.I ~ . \"'J -- ^: .(\ ~,y Please circle the Committee or Board you are interested in: Planning Commission C!co~omic Development Authori~ Lake Advisory Committee Parks Advisory Committee Othe:iO~:~_ tJ~ This application is for residents of Priol" Lake in1:erested ~erving on a. Board or Commission ~ the City of Prior LakJe/,Appointments are made by the City Council. Name: f/ 0 tV / .:r (/ / 'e.., re- c- /~ Address' .3 Y t; ,~ / Y" 0 '7-/; s'.;-: A/ W S 1,'Q I~ 0 p-e--e- / ,AfPj . Phone (If): t/ 1./\ - ~~ ~ '~ (W): '-I L/ 0 '- '- ,,- h d- () ~:3 7 '? Date: f) ~/ /() / 9; ", PI' I to l"'- I .. Lq !(-e- How did you find out about this opportunity? t.. -.ey q ~ J a dC[ f\eS ?l,pAj~a~ o/'s../J.. a./~L.dYJ . Briefly describe your - qual,ifi:Cations includi~djCation, experietG'e, - anilakills for ~e~le;;:::t~ ~h.. ~~~ol<-G. .~ d/~/s/ ~~ a-u-e .~A-r'~L.Ae... J. ~ . / ~ ~ $/J~.~,!)~ ~ ~~, ~~ a-o- .~ ~5 ~;;J /h ''h'/.Vlf~;~btP~tfJAm'~ ~t/l. ~ f fl->~ 0-- ~ o-//)~ 4 () ~ "' .,~ ~;SJM fI3~ O-Z7~ ,,1 : TMGRIEMPLOY~"1~-""-,, ,4-L q~, a/~~ ~~-;;::JA' .~. 4~ .dV~ 10/Q7(98 WE~~~~ ~~~ ~~I d b-;:li:t~y~ ~)dJCA ~ .~/f::::;1J~ ~ ~ .~ ;J-r-J Ct f~. 7 Briefly des be your in rest in this position and how you can serve the community: , c2~~CL~~'?~J-~ CL~~e.d:-~.w~~~~ ~ A/Yl _~ A/t7YYUL ~ ~ ~ ~ C)~~ ~J~~ / /~ /Jf2~./(?/~/. ~ o.~/::-- ..~~n/6~~./ h'YJ . ~~ ~~ ~ Please. Ii 's~~~~e ren S t t e may contact: jt;. ~ ~~~. f;J'{Lc.... /I~~_ ~ H~ ~ .-0 ~ (U'n-iL pJ !~~ ~o.vL, 'n-"..) ~ ~. . . f)~~' / J ' ~J~ j)~ ~fh4~ pJ~ b '~tJ~/~t7-~.~1;1~ j)-Ch~-"'o ~ Ple~.se . fldicateJ<laya ~~ times ~u would be ava~ble for ~.#ings: .- ~ ~ ~ a..... c--O._el/ 36'6 -.3~?9 ,,bf . / o/C/O-S6,,;).c)~ 708'-7cJ~J=- 4 "/ ~ " ~ My Bignature confirms that I have read and understand the background information regarding Prior Lake Advisory Bodies, I recognize that my failure to sign or accurately complete this application, or if I . information in this application, I will automatically be disqualified from co I derationll Signature, Q cud I/;/ C /I P /1-- I ~ .-- l:\t\SSTMGR\FMPL.OYMT\At>V A P.DOC 61l)g ~~ ...