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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP - January 13, 2011OPEN SPACE COMMISSION PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION PARK COMMISSION INTERVIEWS Thursday, January 13, 2011 6:00 pm Andrew Melberg (Park & Rec. Commission interview) 6:15 pm Bill Carlson (Planning & Zoning/Park & Rec. Commission interview) 6:30 pm Will Roseberg (Park & Rec. Commission interview) 6:45 pm Michael Mueller (Open Space Commission interview) 7:00 pm Drago Flores (Open Space Commission interview) 7:15 pm Mike Olsen (Planning & Zoning/Open Space Commission interview) 7:30 pm Jim Lindahl (Park & Rec. Commission interview) 7:45 pm Ruby Irving -Hewey (Park & Rec. /Open Space Commission interview) 8:00 pm Suzanne VanHecke (Open Space Commission interview) 8:15 pm Wes Volkenant (Planning & Zoning/Park & Rec. Commission interview) 8:30 pm Gretchen Sabel (Open Space Commission interview) 8:45 pm Tony Howard (Planning & Zoning /YMCA Community Center Commission interview) 9:00 pm Tony Capman (Planning & Zoning/Park & Rec. /Open Space Comm. interview) ,Supplemental" Park Commission Questions: X 1. What role do you think the Parks and Recreation Commission should play as the City continues to grow? 2. What do you think could have been done better in your neighborhood from a Park Planning perspective? 3. Any other question the Council would like to add? C © ��NDOVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. The Planning Commission meets on the 2 "a and 4"' Tuesday every month. Will that be a problem with your schedule? 2. What do you believe is the most important issue facing Andover in the next 5 years ?_ 3. What role do you think the City Planning Commission should play as the City continues to grow? x 4. How do you feel the City's regulations should be applied? Strictly? On a case -by -case basis? Share with us your thoughts... 5. What are your feelings on the City restrictions in the rural 6. What do you think could have been done better in your neighborhood from a Planning perspective? 7. Any other question the Council desires to add.... u 08129/2008 05:55 7637123540 ANDREW MELBERG PAGE 02102 �t ND OTE 1685 :ROSY rOWN 80LJLGVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 5530A • (753) 755.5100 FAX (703) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US ADVISORY COMM[SSIQN APPLICATION Name: Andrew .I Melherg Address: Home Phone: Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning _ -• -- Economic Development Park &. Recreation Open Space ,14 Work Phone: - -- Andover /YMCA Community Center 1,RRWMO Equestrian Council Please state your reasons liar requestirlly to be on the advisory commission checked above: Welt hi }ors and. ran,ily to aye_ I want Lobe involved in the recreation planning aspect as we ;1 have aFl 1tiCa�rC)m iCIIo_W residCllts� rlbont r possible "Iron Man" Triathlon akin to the pro ram that 111 -1 alg_rllns yearly- Describe your education /eXperiC11cc, which qualiFICS you to serve o17 this commission: I. am an involved Andover resident; I have al_Cici )a ed inlattended city council_rneetinag hclnc a fricndl Uuild a to �oP�l °rnhtcai modci Ibr hlsp Dosal participate in school activities... I also have 15 . years oi'exl) 1'1cnc� �iti,? scnlnr ti�tl�8 representative at Morey's Seafood International with 'excellent communication skills__[ am an effective mediator and arbitrator, and many friends and neip;hhors come to me, i'or advice. al, have written 8 letters /emails to congressmen, and women over the last�_as , g,[_whlch received hand- Written responses., -, Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: My family ep p inely auettd5 si nv.u,iber �9' Andover parks for var g activities, f help oversee and diree! the ttc:.livities of 3 customer service reps /in -store merchandisers and have experience at Pinding hcgtafe';_ti1_i � tfty,and .rte, (Ljptin67 appropriate tasks. _ Dated: _._ 12/ I ALI 9 - -___ Si ature C':w0CtJN1I: I`•Andyll!)G\f S 1';I'Cmp1.1I'1VI,4A1'13d)O(: RECEIVED 41 unil IN 711M 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US Name: Address: ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION CITY OF ANDOVER Xi) x y - y / I J. 13 ULj� Home Phone: 7 a —� 2 7 ` � VY Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Economic Development Park & Recreation )! Open Space Work Phone: e —L -Y-=l Andover /YMCA Community Center L.ACS Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: Dated: Signature x Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:\EVERYONE\FORMS\ADV1SAPP.DOC RECEIVED Bill Carlson Nov 16 2010 Andover MN - 763.427.1738 CITY OF ANDOVER Reasons for requesting to be on an advisory commission For the last 27 years I have lived and raised my family in Andover. My wife and I plan to remain in Andover and as I am currently retired I would like to give back to my community by serving on an advisory commission. Education /experience which qualifies me to serve I have 32 years experience in commercial construction with 26 of those years as a field superintendant. I have one year of college at the University of MN. Professional, civic or community activities relevant to a commission As a field superintendant on commercial sites I have dealt with issues involving city regulations: grading, site lines, clean water run -off. I have worked with city inspectors to meet their city's ordinances and bring about a positive outcome for both concerns. When my children were in community sports I was active as a coach for 10 years - softball, volleyball and basketball. My wife and I served on the Andover Athletic board as treasurer for two terms. I have enjoyed downhill and cross country skiing, golf and tennis. I believe my life and work experiences would add value to any advisory commission I might serve on with the City of Andover. %340.,o I -t,=�V RECEIVE® DEC 10 2010 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763b�1JL� w�D ®vc� FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US W& ANDOVER C ADVISORY CONI IISSION APPLICATION Name: Will Roseberg Address: - V Andover, 55304 Home Phone: 612 - 940 -9448 Work Phone: Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Economic Development Park & Recreation X Open Space Andover /YMCA Community Center Ju G. Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: I'm would like to find a way to become more involved in the local community and have an interest in recreational activities such as what the Parks and Recreation Board will be dealing with. Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: I have a bachelor's degree in Physics (Hamline University) and an MBA (University of St Thomas) specializing in management. Previously as a nearby resident to Terrace Park I have worked with the Parks and Recreation Board to get a volleyball court added there. This was my first exposure to how the board worked and is what initially sparked my interest to possibly join the board. Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: Currently I work in project management for BAE Systems who develops combat systems for the gov't. Although I have no experience as a public servant I believe that my experience working in Project Management dealing with large government contracts should serve me well in this situation Dated: Signature * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission C:\Documents and Settings\rosebewm\Desktop\Park and Rec Board Application.doex ..,. RECEIVED 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 - 5110/0 `� ' FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US CITY OF ANDOVER ADVISORY COMNUSSION APPLICATION Name: N 1 Cr M 1} e Address: Home Phone: 2&3 - � (0 Z —) 2 �; 0 Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Economic Development Park ,& Recreation Open Space Phone: Andover /YMCA Community Center LRRWMO Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: See- lam'.` el Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: See o5/Y'ee7' Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: 4 FliC i - ;H+ee7 Dated: 11li- /) 2 x Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:\EVERYONE\FORMS\ADV1SAPP.DOC tr), 1-3-11 (DG Mike Mueller 763.862.1280 Potential OSAC Applicant Will only apply if one or more existing commissioners do not re -apply Call with update after they have decided (Note: Application Materials on file from last year) RECEIVED ? 110 � DEC 1 2010 Clfrt O r< "10%NDOVEA CITY OF ANDOVER 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW,CI.AN DOVER, MN. US ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION Name: Drago Flores Address: Home Phone: 763- 244 -3258 Commission Preference: Work Phone: Andover/YMCA Planning & Zoning Community Center Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation Equestrian Council Open Space X Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: I have been a resident of Andover for almost 18 years and what attracted me to this area is the beauty this land has to offer and through the years I became very appreciative of the effort that the city puts into organized development and I have a strong desire to contribute. into this process as much as possible. As a chemical engineer I spent many years troubleshooting industrial processes and became very aware of how much our actions are affecting our environment and how much we need to protect and create these open spaces because despite our fascination for technology and progress we can't deny how much we depend and need nature for our physical and emotional well-being. Describe your education /experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: As an engineer I feel I can contribute to the detail and optimization of every step of this process. As a purchasing manager I have successfully dealt with multi million dollar negotiations of goods, services and special value added requirements with fortune 500 companies and I feel this experience can be useful in this situation. As a business owner for over 10 years I have experience working with a variety of people with very diverse needs for the purpose of coordinating efforts to achieve long term results of mutual benefit. As a troubleshooter I worked closely with farmers throughout Minnesota and the country to help resolve their problems and I became familiar with their problems and I always enjoyed working with them. Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: As a safety director I gained experience dealing with the community around our plants and I developed and implemented plans to created community awareness, increase their participation, and promote positive relationships. Dated: October 29, 2010 Signature * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission - 1'6 13 is pr r }� ,�, 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US ADVISORY Name: P APPLICATION A Address: i Home Phone: '7E 3- 3,23-20S Commission Preference: Planning &Zoning >��� i vy'1 � " r —. Economic Development �4 .,)Ct t?e' , se- Park & Recreation Open Space Work Phone: Andover /YMCA Community Center LRRWMO Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: Dated: Signature * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission Michael S. Olsen y-- -_� -_— 763 -226 -6600 I Andover, MN 55304 - ^ a ' December 13, 2010 Mayor and Council City of Andover Mr. Mayor and Council Members, Fifteen years ago I moved my family to Andover from St Paul. I had three young sons and felt it important that they not be raised in the inner -city. Fact is at the time Andover wasn't on our list of possible destinations. But after having looked at many homes & communities, and on a fluke, my wife and I came to see a house in Andover. After driving around and doing a little research we were immediately impressed by so many of Andover's attributes. Among them a new Elementary and Middle school, a new High School in the works, and overall a great mix of suburban settings within close proximity to just about everything we desired. It pretty much just felt right and we made an offer two days later. We've been happy with that decision ever since. Since 1995 the City has nearly doubled in population. To the credit of those at the helm most all the attributes that drew us here in the first place remain, as well as many positive additions. And yet I know that nothing ever really stays the same and challenges keep cropping up. The time has come that I have the time, desire, and I believe the skill set needed to make a significant contribution in the planning of Andover's future. For this reason, I make this application for the Planning Commission. I've included a short resume as well as a couple of the letters of recommendation I submitted several years ago when I applied for a similar position at the Met Council. In my mind, a Planning Commission's recommendations provide the most value to the Council when the Commissioners come from widely varied backgrounds. A very strong argument could be made as to the value of having someone with a real estate and development background on the advisory Planning Commission. Likewise, some might be concerned about potential conflict of interest or biases. The letters I chose speak mostly to character and way I approached my projects from individuals outside LGU's. Mark Karnowski, the City Administrator for Princeton, would be a good person to talk to within a LGU whom I've worked with in the past (763- 389 - 2040). Hopefully, the "bias" concern of my potential appointment would be greatly reduced should someone from Andover give Mark a call. I've provided these letters and Marks number because fifteen minutes of interview is not a long time to get "a read" on a person. Should the Council want more in the way of references I'd be happy to oblige. I look forward to meeting with the Council in January, and thank you for your consideration. J /Vl�' Michael Olsen MICHAEL S. OLSEN 763- 226 -6600 Andover, MN 55304 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Self- reliant self - starter; able to work independently with little supervision, or collaboratively in team settings. Solid foundation of practical experience and business acumen and a life -long focus on promotion and sales. Demonstrated history of personal initiative and an ability to establish relationships with key decision makers. Creative in developing winning strategy with adept analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. EMPLOYMENT Licensed Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Premier Realty Forest Lake, MN 2009- Present Land Development — as Sole Proprietor, Managing Partner of MKDC LAND LLP, Chief Manager of MKO LLC and CALM WATERS LLC. Home office in Andover, MN 1998 - Present - Formed closely held entities to acquire, subdivide, construct, and sell out several land developments projects in central MN. - Researched relevant MN real estate law, local land use ordinance, and regulatory permitting requirements. - Personally presented plans in front of commissions and councils at county, municipal, and township public hearings. - Developed strategic /tactical plans to gain public approvals, meet tight deadlines, and optimize ROI. - Performed analyses and due diligence, determined resource requirements, developed budgets, and obtained financing. - Negotiated numerous agreements with land owners, regulatory bodies, builders, and contractor /service providers. - Projects include rural and urban infrastructure, single and multi - family dwellings, and traditional and PUD designs. - Frequent interaction/negotiation with the public both in public forums and behind scenes to resolve outstanding issues. - Actively managed all professional disciplines hired for their respective expertise in design, construction, and law. - Personally sold the majority of developed units both wholesale to builders and retail to the general public. - Recognized relationship and consensus builder. Independent Sales Representative CRI RECYCLING SERVICE, Woodville, WI & home office. 1998-2003 - Invested in a startup venture with newly patented waste oil and oil absorbent recycling technology. - Promoted on a commission basis waste processing service to waste generators and waste collector channels. - Quickly became top producer and holder of large Corporate Accounts. Developed target prospect lists for Company. - Advised management team on sales, transportation, and logistic distribution/collection processes. Director of Sales TwiN MODAL, Inc., a third -party freight transportation company in Roseville, MN 1987-1998 - Started with zero business as a commissioned Account Manager. - Recognized quota breaker (146% by 2nd year), consistently a top producer /eamer. - Named a "key employee" in annual independent market appraisals of the company. Promoted to Director of Sales. - Directed /coordinated/collaborated in the sales activities of several Acct Mgrs in addition to my own account base. - Appointed to ESOP Board of Trustees. Managed the assets of the employee trust and voted company stock. - Collaborated in design and implementation of CRM Information Systems integrating all departmental functions. - Collaborated as department head in preparation and execution of strategic, marketing, sales and operational plans. - Negotiated numerous three -way service contracts between the company, shipper clients, and railroad and/or trucking vendors. - Highly successful in building relationships at every level of client customers, from dock workers to CEO's. - Developed departmental budgets, plans, quotas, policies, and procedures designed to meet company objectives. General Manager OLSEN PRODUCE COMPANY, a meat distribution business in Roseville, MN 1977-1984 - Involved in all facets of the family -owned business, including warehouse, transportation, sales, and management. - Managed business to business sales, and directed daily production and distribution activities of 15 employees. - Generated weekly sales forecast, negotiated costs with vendors, and purchased inventories to meet demand. - Expanded product offerings, added out -state market coverage and represented company at industry gatherings. EDUCATION Attend /Attended numerous business - related training courses and seminars 1987 to Present Real Estate Agent training, PROSOURCE, Bloomington, MN 1998 Bachelor of Science Degree in Business (achieved in 2' /z yrs), UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Twin Cities, MN 1984-87 Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn. ATTORNEYS AT LAW CHARLES C. KALLEMEYN - 3200 MAIN STREET NW, Sum 280. LISA J. KALLEMEYN COON RAPIDS, MN 55448 - - _ (763).427 -5131 FAx (763) 576 -1910 April 25, 2003 Metropolitan Council Peter Bell, Council Chair Mears Park Centre 230 East Fifth Street St. Paul, MN 55101 Re: Housing and Land Use Advisory Committee - Michael Olsen Dear Mr. Bell: I am an attorney in Coon Rapids. My practice is comprised primarily of real estate and real estate litigation, and I have been certified by the Minnesota State Bar Association as a Real Property Law Specialist. Michael Olsen has asked "me to provide a reference in connection with his application for membership on the Metropolitan Council's Housing and Land Use Advisory Committee. I met Michael socially in 1995.. Thereafter, he became a client in connection with several real estate matters. One of these involved a development of approximately thirteen recreational lots, with frontage on the Kettle River in Pine County Minnesota, another, the residential development of 45 acres within the City of Lindstrom. Both projects were well thought out, and resulted in successful development consistent with the land . use controls in effect in each area. Michael -has the ability to think analytically, and to apply the law and regulations to his own projects. By time Michael comes to my office, he has taken the time to. thoroughly research the statutes, and the city, county or state regulations in connection with his question. I do not need to educate Michael on the legal issues effecting his questions, and sornetimes, he will have a greater knowledge of the law in connection with a particular issue than 1. In addition, Michael is a good communicator, both one -on -one, and when making a presentation to a group, for instance city council or county board. He is well prepared and to the point. I have seen him make presentations to various govermnental boards or councils and the presentations were professional and comprehensive. I believe Michael is exactly the kind of person that should have a seat on the Housing and Land Use Advisory Committee. He is familiar with the issues involving residential development and land use in the metro area, and will provide valuable input to the committee. If you would like to talk to me personally about Michael's application, please don't hesitate to contact me. Metropolitan Council Peter Bell, Chairman Mears Park Centre 230 East 5°i St St. Paul, MN 55101 April 25, 2003 NOMINATION FOR HOUSING AND LAND USE ADVISORY COMMITTEE Dear Mr. Bell: I would like to recommend Michael Olsen for the Land Use and Advisory Committee. I came to know Mr. Olsen through my position as an area hydrologist for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in Cambridge. My position places me in the role of regulator to developers and local units of governments, particularly as it relates to water resources. Mr. Olsen has developed several parcels of land in the three county area that I work in. He has consistently designed and constructed his developments in a manner that has both protected and enhanced the natural features of the lands and waters. He has experience in developing near shorelands, floodplains and Wild and Scenic River corridors. He is able to design and develop in harmony with the local land use controls, without seeking to circumvent the intent of natural resource regulations. I am confident Mr. Olsen would be a dedicated and articulate voice for sustainable development if he is appointed to the Committee. Please give him strong consideration for the position. If I may be of further assistance, please feel free to call me. Sincerely(, Mike Mueller 1005 —329°i Ave NW Cambridge, MN 55008 763.689.1987 I.1 Landmark Community Bank,N, . April 22, 2003 Metropolitan Council Mr. Peter Bell, Council Chair Mears Park Centre 230E 5th Street St. Paul, MN 55101 Re: Michael Olsen appointment to Housing and Land Use Advisory Committee Dear Mr. Bell: I am pleased to make a personnel and professional reference on Mr. Olsen. I have known Mike Olsen for over thirty years. Mike is a long- standing customer of our AFnll Service Bank i bank and has handled all his financial affairs in an exemplary fashion. Member FDIC Mike is a self- starter who is eager to learn and makes an unwavering commitment P.O. Box 250 to every endeavor he associates with. I consider him to be an individual of high 29 West Main St. integrity who is thoughtful, intelligent and most of all, tenacious. Isanti, MN 55040 i phone 763- 444 -5528 fax 763- 444 -92x9 Mike would be a terrific asset to the Metropolitan Council and I encourage you to act favorably upon his appointment. Should you have any questions, please contact the undersigned at. . Thank you. 14150 St. Francis Blvd N91 Ramsey, MN 55303 phone 763 -712 -1277 Main fax 763 - 444 -7779 Loan fax 763 - 712 -1270 5909 167th Ave. NW Ramsey, Il1N 55303 phone 763 - 427 -2265 fax 763 -753 -5375 unum landmarkbank. biz Sincerely, K . in ). Whelan Executive Vice President Chief Credit Officer tv� 0 ( / � v U 12!08/2010 11:16 7633236677 EPA INC PAGE 01 T Y o Or �. 1685 CROSSTOWN E30ULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 a (763) 755 -5900 FAX (763) 755 -8923 . WWW•CI.ANDOVER.MN.US ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION Name: , 4� L o 0 A" i Address: Homophone: q 53 _ � q q Coltnndssion Preference. Planning & Zoning _ Econorclic Development Park & Recreatiotx Open Space "IJ IAA Work Phone: Andover/YMCA Community Centcr LRRWMO Equestrian Council U - Please state Your reasons for requesting to be on. the advisory cornxnissioxt checked above: d- Fr-(A -� h4+ A �b P(jkV_ 5`tyS�G"'n1 is V 44 24?tJ /ar UC D m� Lf! 1M o(L td ).v �1Fsi "c I,.+P {„tt•c.c.� r 9v 4 Q+$ I , tr oKtsGxYl Rc aw5ry,4.� b m 4-1.30 C�n�c.ttz.,�trt O pAtL1CS� i'hG- �ocaa,Q t 5' �r�c' i� If✓ (�t1��+o,r iv f4,.t 1`�u+ns� f� M c�.r t t� y 'r3- ->•j,c. -- fliLta v, rici Describe your education /experience, �wirhhich ualifies you to serve on t}•,�ts comet %ssion: 174,V& A R �-s t t7 L-v- � 5 t N L- rr l e O p . � � 4J � t�.} O dL�- G--E} � nJ �"'l.t�� f. f tn1Gc Fl/J -VC C-0#&k&,d i v PASG txJi boo!brra( r�awyk t�tJ�js+t�s� ! r/ 4NDv %1c ✓L .5d , G ~n.y g , t t3.n, w r Ac- t,,,j6ic"s 1<n� occ r/, .� mosf� o,,r Z h*d1c, 14/50 cvR �c sc cl f tt� ti V2,owkk oG q 4 ✓l /� 4Wd { � 5�n0�,u•�d,N� C c etc -5 ,9 ^rr) f_ �orLr ssw.tG• Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be tel rant t this p4cksa commission: — J>E tJ o v cr 2 P f+ tt.)c G0 M to t S 5 r o�4 C 19 e `l k- >k co 5 v a .a. W 5 r�Sty L t p >� 1 Z: iL 0L4rd n pa- C-5r04„t- o LOLl�L l3 GC &��E�S 7, •y* A- G }•-, 1.1 [ - m fw-. b wi., ra,� As rR i7 k ry t!!' n.e --f� (, &..I�rvw 1� tn.. p �l carYl.lt'3G t !ILL Dated: � (�.O0 h S �� c17 �na zo�f� C.C-OR�L 2.ca12- --�- �- signal e Cover letter and resumes encouraged 1'or this commission C:\DocumcntsAnd SetUngs\AdministratorlLCC81 Settings \Temporary Intcmet Files \Cnrltent.lEjt017.345671ADV f$APP.t)OC 1 s"-P�_ Tj I T Y O F [DOVE' -- - 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 9 (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US Name: IN 0 Address: • . - ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION -J --,rV 1 na- 2 Uje-u\ Home Phone: 'TV, J &�- 15 Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Economic Development Park & Recreation Open Space Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the "� Work Phone: Andover/YMCA Community Center LRRWMO Equestrian Council commission checked above: A .., i ` - - -i- Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: �r�,�\CaS�c"'4 �1�-C,iNiIY -c mel �s Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: rt,-EC 5 /ACO,LeY V Pr, iA\r "ifi- wctC-dl{4' ���CS�t°liVi^1n X-06- k y.4CA jcJ'I �AT't 4M \° L5cs,�ish Ltck� t'etc-K -) Dated: Jo!o x Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:\EVERYONE\FORMS\ADV1SAPP.DOC 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CLANDOVER.MN.US AD'V/ISO /R/Y COMMISSION APPLICATION Name Address: n - Home Phone: 7�, a " 7iZ ` 59 72— Work Phone: Commission Preference: Andover/YMCA Planning & Zoning Community Center Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation c/ Equestrian Council Open Space Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: /L h �J a,, A yzL^/t-1 re 5 iG� 1,1 5 Gma w� t h r'Clr fD t G�- �L' Describe your education/ "experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission/: live (t Cues 1 IV �✓� fir' _ P ���t �, GCE? � -/ P rvt- To fir- Ei v e 17V e a ,-64 t- o�TC��rn Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: loxct'-� W �,/7 4,,J6�-(L. Dated: (z 1 /u Signature r Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission Suzanne Van Hecke AN 763- 712 -5872 December 10, 2010 Attn: City of Andover I am submitting my application for Open Spaces Advisory Commissioner and have included my resume and references for your review. We have been Andover residents since 2002 and during that time, I've enjoyed being a stay -at- home mom. Our neighborhood is full of families and we have made many connections in our community. Andover has been a wonderful place to raise our children After enjoying being a stay -at -home mom for over 9 years, I began dabbling with volunteering, when my youngest son first started kindergarten. Later, I later decided to take the part -time job of "Substitute Lunch Lady" or properly known as Substitute Child Nutrition Assistant for the Anoka Hennepin School District. Being a lunch lady is not the most interesting job in the world but I do like the hours and the flexibility, and I like being involved in our schools. I found myself quite busy this past election season as I agreed to volunteer for a political campaign. In that time, not only did I become interested in public policy and how local governments work, I also dusted off some old job skills and was very gratified for the intellectual stimulus. Why would I want to apply for Open Spaces Commissioner? As an Andover resident, I would like to be more involved in my community. We are very fond of the rural feel of our northern Andover neighborhood, where people move here to enjoy the extra elbow room. We hope our City Council will continue to keep it that way. And though we love all the existing farmland, we know it won't all stay forever. Just as we came to Andover to live in a better home, so we expect others to want to build and develop here, as well. I am struck by the beauty of the Rum River. It is so easily accessible to our local residents, and yet it remains undeveloped along its shores. Our family has a tradition of floating down the Rum River every 4th of July and we feel so lucky to have it close by. We also love our parks and open spaces. As a homeowner AND taxpayer, I would love to see continued efforts to preserve our open spaces. I understand any city would like to increase fax revenue by incoming development, but if there are ways to preserve Andover's rural character for the benefit of the current residents, I would like to be a part of that effort. I believe I have a balanced viewpoint and would do my best to research and communicate with residents about the subject. Si eerely, S ann�van Hecke Suzanne Van Hecke 1. -Andover, MN 763- 712 -5872 s _ u,,.,,,.. Objective To serve in an advisory capacity as an Open Spaces Commissioner for the City of Andover Field of Experience Marketing, Communications and Administrative Assistance Volunteer History Michelle Benson for State Senate, Ham Lake, MN (3/10 -11/10) Scheduling and special events assistance. Some editing and writing of promotional copy, press releases and other communications. Liaison between candidate and printing vendor. Data base management, mail stuffing, door knocking, phone calling, acquiring sign locations and "community organizing ". News Service 2000 (Dr, Pat's Ministry), St. Francis, MN (11/10-present) Data entry, supporter mailings and other administrative duties for this international ministry. Professional History Magazine Circulation Management: New subscriber direct mail projects, monthly print orders, renewal and invoice processing, database management, customer service, newsstand sales, financial reporting, and preparing for circulation audits. Direct Marketing and Communications: Assist in web -based and direct mail project management. Data entry, proof- reading, editing and writing various forms of promotional copy. Stock photography researcher, special event management and general administrative assistance. Camera Operator (PT): NW Community TV /Cable 12, Brooklyn Park, MN (5/01 - 6/04) Asst. Marketing Manager: Creative Publishing, Minnetonka, MN (3/00 - 3/01) Circulation Manager: Minnesota Monthly Publications, Minneapolis, MN (2/96 - 3/00) Marketing Assistant: The Hamilton Collection, Jacksonville, FL (8/93 - 4/95) Recent Work History Sub Child Nutrition Assistant, Anoka Hennepin ISD #11, Coon Rapids, MN (9/09 - current) Assist kitchen staff with serving, food preparation and clean -up in schools around the district. Not afraid to physically work hard. Able to take direction from different supervisors. Education B.A. Degree in Communications University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL. 1993 (3.65 GPA) Continuing Ed. courses in Business Metro State University, St Paul, MN 1998 -1999 (4.0 GPA) Suzanne Van Hecke dover, MN 763 -712 -5872 - --- ^,' ^At References Senator -Elect Michelle Benson MN State Senate District 49 110 146th Lane NE Ham Lake, MN 55304 (763) 443 -5690 michelle Benson @comcast.net Representative Peggy Scott MN House District 49A 1363 146th Ave NW Andover, MN 55304 (763) 434 -6282 www.pegay.scott @comcast.net Debbie Brink Volunteer Coordinator Rum River Elementary School 16950 Verdin Street, NW Andover, MN 55304 (763) 506 -8230 Dr. Pat Grom Director News Service 2000 PO Box 263 St. Francis, MN 55070 (763) 753 -5664 '.15 RECEIVED DEC 10 2010 ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION Name: Address: Home Phone: Work Phone: Commission Preference: Andover/YMCA Planning & Zoning X_ Community Center Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation _X _ Equestrian Council Open Space PleasAptate your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission your education /experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: 7j)ky fle;x Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be to this * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission zo, KZ 1, 5y C` -C'200 0 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W.. ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 0 (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION Name: 6 re-4r-ke.m,- &Jo °�-( Address: tj Svc -- CtAt Ho e Phone: 1�23' �$P' ZS"041 Commission Preference: Planning &Zoning Economic Development Park & Recreation Open Space We& Phone: Andover/YMCA Community Center Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commiss%on checked above: 0 4 u" jMpa+ct-..+, om-A Kom- beep wo(k.cng to -[kA+ end Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: SCde .4 6CAC- (j8q� �4r2 Sam.-. efesedje. Kkcla � n/M,F�s4r i� a �^ C � e � j i n1eC U l� X14 -P n..i Me A EM i 18Vp1 aA 0 tOtAA@ t W / S'1'at-e UR *I A/ -30+ Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: ttwk..l &. we.._ cAe f A nw l .i._..i..._ •.-kti-li.0 e- .ftJJCck OvL OSAc S sUcA Dated: Dee lS, 2,016 * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission Signature S I Gretchen Sabel Andover, Minnesota 55304 -3015 Experience Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 2002 — present Title: Planning Director • Develop legislative initiative to fund MPCA stormwater program, build subsequent staffing, budget and spending plans • Work with environmental advocacy groups and other interests • Represent: MPCA interests in stormwater and onsite sewage treatment at the Minnesota Legislature • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with interest groups statewide, including diverse groups from the Minnesota Onsite Wastewater Contractors Association to the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce • Lead and support stakeholder groups advising MPCA m Develop and implement policy solutions for environmental problems that are effective in both rural Minnesota and the metro area • Develop and manage contracts with the University for on -site wastewater treatment research. Minnesota Environmental Quality Board Title: Water Planning Director 2001 — 2002 • Worked with state and federal agencies, local units of government and citizen groups to build the State Water Plan and biennial water priority reports, which form the policy framework for the water related portions of the Governor's budget. • Served as liaison to state agency water program administrators and legislators, and lead water policy development for the Environmental Quality Board. m Guided the state water program reorganization study project authorized by the 2001 Legislature. • Represented the EQB on water - related advisory groups, including the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Common Detection Advisory Committee and the Minnesota Department of Health's Ad -Hoc Committee on Source Water Protection. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Title: Feedlot Coordinator 1999-2001 Chief responsibility was to integrate MPCA feedlot program across eight state offices and 60 county offices through communication and creating linkages between staff and programs. Gretchen Sabel Resume Coordinated MPCA legislative activities on feedlots, including the 2001 initiative that resulted in significant new funding for feedlot upgrades and regulatory agency staff; developed budget proposals to legislature and MPCA management Served as MPCA representative to, and staffed, the Feedlot and Manure Management Advisory Committee and served on the Citizen's Advisory Committee on the Generic Environmental Impact Statement on Animal Agriculture. • Worked to build understanding and more effective working relationships with agricultural producer groups, attending and speaking at livestock groups across the state. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 1995 —1999 Title: Supervisor • Lead MPCA legislative initiative to revamp on -site sewage treatment laws in 1997 after lengthy stakeholder process • Developed effective partnership relationships with local governments administering local on -site sewage treatment programs • Served as project manager for the Alternative On -site Sewage Treatment research project sponsored by the Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources in 1996, 1998 and 2000 biennia • Oversaw staff of 11, including personnel duties and budget management • Key MPCA representative in development of the MPCA /EPA /Mille Lacs Band three -party agreement for business septic systems on disputed territory in Mille Lacs County. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 1991 -1995 Title: Coordinator — Underground Injection Control Program • Developed regulatory program for commercial septic systems — including establishing underlying authorities and policies, creating working links with the US EPA and other agencies. • Promoted program statewide to foster voluntary compliance. • Continued working with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture in development of the initial Pesticide Management Plan designed to protect groundwater, meet federal requirements and fulfill the agency's legislative mandate. Minnesota State Planning Agency 1989 -1991 Title: High Level Nuclear Waste Coordinator + Lead technical staff in development of Environmental Impact Statement for Prairie Island Spent Nuclear Fuel Storage. • Served as Governor's representative to Midwest High -level Radioactive Waste Transportation Committee. Gretchen Sabel Reatme 2 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 1978-1989 Titles: Various positions of increasing responsibility ® Worked in ground water protection culminated with the development and implementation of the Ground Water Protection Strategy — including staffing interagency workgroups, and working with upper management in the state agencies with water responsibilities • Assisted the Minnesota Department of Agriculture in development of the initial Pesticide Management Plan designed to protect groundwater, meet federal requirements and fulfill the agency's legislative mandate. United States Environmental Protection Agency 1974-1978 Titles: Microbiologist, laboratory technician • Performed analytical procedures •. Managed small laboratory • Wrote and published papers documenting research Detailed work history provided upon request. Education Bachelor's Degree in Biology, University of Cincinnati, 1975 Master's of Public Affairs program, University of Minnesota Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, in progress. Emphasis on Public and Nonprofit Management. Graduating May, 2005. Affiliations Andover City Commissions: Open Space Commission, Vice Chair, 2007 -2010 Comprehensive Plan Task Force, Chair: 1997 -1998 City Charter Commission: 1988 — present Planning and Zoning Commission: 1989 -1990 Parks and Recreation Commission: 1985 -1988 Anoka County 4 -I-I: County Management Committee: 2003 — present President — 2004 -05 year Secretary — 2007 - present Adult leader 2000 — present Gretchen Sabel Resurrre 3 < I0 V C IT Y OF ECEI E C 1 4 2010 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. e ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 0 (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 e WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US CITY OF ANDOVER ADVISORY COYEWSSION APPLICATION Name: ` i . r, ( ; a v1_"j J Address: Home Phone: 763-- ,o 1 3j;ci Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Economic Development Park & Recreation Open Space J7 Work Phone: Andover /YMCA Community Center LRRWMO Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: i 7G 3 u xnv+ m 2£ t .1 ud 1 z:-r � v `912e C `14r Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: tiA;4 rh �z a ws( lYV} °zih/ J.�- 1'%,9, -e -G .4190 Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commiis'sion: 7 /t Q ... 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C� i-4 gar S 1-61 Dated: Signature * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:\EVERYONE\FORMS\ADV1SAPP.DOC 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 a (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US Name: Address: c >ORY COMMISSION APPLICATION wed Home Phone: %k2 76 %— 6-5S-0 Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Economic Development Park & Recreation Open Space Work Phone: ! - Andover /YMCA Community Center LRRWMO Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: �//7 /f1P /G��S' k/i -f✓ �7l� �I'�11�2G11�//� Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: / / r Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: jjII / �1 sc r� . �i1 fvDfs7 Ci0l�7lhlc i7/ ��/ lam✓ iyis3 ri��v�� nc Dated: �+ Signature * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:\EVERYONETORMS\ADV1SAPP.DOC - Sumlemental" Park Commission Questions: 0 1. What role do you think the Parks and Recreation Commission should play as the City continues to grow? 2. What do you think could have been done better in your neighborhood from a Park Planning perspective ?. 3. Any other question the Council would like to add? C X © 1'ANDOVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. • ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 • (763) 755 -5100 FAX (763) 755 -8923 • WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US PLANNING COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS NAME: The Planning Commission meets on the 2 °a and 4a` Tuesday every month. Will that be a problem with your schedule? 2. What do you believe is the most important issue facing Andover in the next 5 years? What role do you think the City Planning Commission should play as the City continues to grow ?_ 4. How do you feel the City's regulations should be applied? Strictly? On a case -by -case basis? Share with us your thoughts... 5. What are your feelings on the City restrictions in the rural area? 6. What do you think could have been done better in your neighborhood from a Planning perspective? 7. Any other question the Council desires to add... x