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Home My WebLink AboutSP January 3, 2006 PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION & PARK & REC. COMMISSION APPLICANTS INTERVIEW SCHEDULE Tuesday, January 3, 2006 6:00 p.m. Tim Kirchoff Planning & Zoning 6:15 p.m. Devon Walton Planning & Zoning 6:30 p.m, Bill DeVries Planning & Zoning Council Meeting 8:15 p.m. Michael Ducklow Planning & Zoning 8:30 p.m. Jason Neumann Both commissions 8:45 p.m. Bill Bupp Park & Recreation 9:00 p.m. Mark Janssen Planning & Zoning 9:15 p,m. Jeremy Boyer Park & Recreation Thursday, January 5, 2006 6:00 p.m. Michael King Both commissions 6:15 p.m. Victor Ruzynski Both commissions ' 6:30 p.m. Doug Olson Planning & Zoning 6:45 p.m. Dan Masloski Park & Recreation 7:00 p.m. Mark Larison Planning & Zoning PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS NAME: 1. What is the single most important issue related to parks facing the City of Andover in the next 5 years? 2. The Park & Recreation Commission meets twice a month. Will this be a problem for your schedule? 3. In regard to parks, what is the City's biggest asset? Constraint? 4. Is there anything that would prevent you from making fair recommendations as a member of the Park & Recreation Commission? 5. What do you believe is currently lacking in the City's park system? g: data\staff\rhondaa\park\misc\intervw SAKPLE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS ANDOVER PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION I have drafted a sample list of interview questions for the P/z interviews. please feel free to modify/delete or add your own questions. We, unfortunately, have only 15 minutes with each individual and the interview will go very quickly. NAPrE 1. What is the single most important planning issue facing the City of Andover in the next 5 years? 2. what can be done to improve the City's public image? 3. The Planning and zoning Commission meets up to three times a month. will this be a problem for your schedule? 4. When given the choice between additional park land, additional home sites or additional commercial property within a proposed development, which is most important to the community? 5. Bow consistent has the City of Andover been in'planning for growth over the past 10 years? 6. What is the City's biggest asset'?, Constraint? 7. Is there anything that would prevent you from making fair recommendations as a member of the Planning Commission? B. What type of development should the City of Andover actively pursue? Courtney Bednarz From: Sent: To: Subject: Tim Kirchoff [Tim,Kirchoff@co,anoka,mn,us] Friday, December 02, 2005 2:51 PM Courtney Bednarz Planning and Zoning Commission Courtney, you had suggested that I send you my request to continue as the Vice Chair of Andover's Planning and Zoning prior to December 5. Please forward to the City Council my request for consideration to continue as Vice Chair of Andover's Planning and Zoning Commission for another term, I look forward to working with the Council, fellow Commissioners, you and your staff. Thank you Tim Kirchoff Supervisor of Transit Operations &Planning Anoka County Transit Office Government Center 2100 3rd Avenue Rm 216 763-422-7088 763-323-5556 fax Tim.Kirchoff@co.anoka.mn.us 1 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER.MN,US ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION Name: ~?Kt0f11 tJat~ Address: 1,!;7r JdUu-t<J ~M~a/ $vy, ~/~ Md 653!V , Home Phone: 7~3 yp! J123 Work Phone: 763 31 f (:t ~ Q 3 / 'fJ'~-91/ / Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning 'i AndoverfYMCA Community Center * Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation Equestrian Council Plyase state your re~sons D r requesting to be on the advisory cO,mmi~sion c,~eck;:~.,.ab9Ye: . /7.. J L. 't:z~ --I- /}1.r /"", tVU' / ru/d' M mho- ~ Mtu,fgL~ ~ u.; .<-- M ,~ r:'?'/rn tt? ~ &7 *~ "" CL." j1M-<...I ~ 'l=- ~J'~~ U Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: ;2 1 w'A-I it'V(~ d/~I<<-<4-,IN:"': ~ ~ti.:J JCj~cA;/cc fiiitltM4#rz..:o II 'lIMA-'. ~NLMJ-,' j;,CVI~ t8J 111: ((4 a- ,~JMf tv/.<./p-.cf W;//,,~'HcUv..5 ~ (,'~IJ pJ ,e,kJ-R ~(cd ~'e.<A ~ c-c{ {~;1~u!-' &.,../0. Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevad( to this commlSSI A- C'< J~ r:::f1 4-€-e W". YI. ~ d e-/ ~ ~J,..e,W~ c~w, Dated: II / 3"- I Z<1cJ-S; * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:IDA T A \EVERYONE\FORMS\ADVtSAPP ,DOC Devon Walton 2377 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Andover, MN 55304 Email: baxwalton@juno.com Phone: 763-482-9111 Work Experience 2002 - present RelMax Associates Plus, Inc. Anoka, MN Realtor . Assist individuals with legal procurement or sale of real property for personal use or investment purposes. Represent individuals and their legal or personal needs during negotiations for real property through the closing process. . Maintain state licensure in good standing via ethical and legal practices and education. 1995 - 2003 Target Corporation Supervisor, Credit Fraud Control . Facilitated partnerships with other credit teams internally and externally to identify financial fraud control opportunities and designedlinitiate system or process enhancements to reduce financial loss and exposure. Trained other department management teams to recognize signs of possible fraudulent behaviors or trends internally and externally. . Analyzed financial and operational reporting for fraud control opportunities; focusing team efforts on most cost effective efforts. Trained teammembers to analyze various sources of reporting and trends, Improved department efficiency through process analysis and service measurements . Cost-justified the purchase and installation of $2.2 million dollar credit fraud detection software; changing the corporate view and handling of credit fraud detection. Managed the growth, development and organization of the real-time aedit fraud detection department to reduce credit fraud losses and exposure through manipulation of alert criteria and reaction to neural network, guest contact and real-world alerts to identify fraud. . Managed an operational budget in excess of $10 million annually and staff of 50 hourly and 8 salaried team members. Minneapolis, MN 1989 -1995 Target Corporation Minneapolis, MN Inventory Accounting Analyst . Facilitated store's physical annual inventory process of $4 - $20 million for 35 to 40 Target stores nationwide annually while training inventory auditing and daily troubleshooting techniques. Resolved issues involving inventory service staff (100-125 people per store), Developed outline for future process of store-managed inventories. . Analyzed, trained and advised corporate staff on administration of book stock cost adjustment analysis of $500k to $1 million monthly. Created departmental LIFO inventory analysis reports for annual corporate reporting. 1982 -1989 Target Corporation Ames,lA Area Manager, Front End Supervisor Outside Interests - Andover City Parks Commission 2003-present; Andover Community Center and YMCA Committee 200S-present; Volunteer Coach; Scout leader Education Bachelor of Science, Business Administration . 1987, Iowa State University, Ames,lowa Advisory Commission Application Name: William (Bill) DeVries Address: 2266 158th Ave NW, Andover MN.55304 Home Phone: 763-413-3208 Work Phone: 612-819-1240 Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning _X Parks & Recreation Economic Development LRRWMO Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: My reason for being considered for planning and zoning comes from my experiences listed below. Also my experience with working with Andover's Building inspectors as well as state electrical inspectors. I feel a need to keep our home values strong and to make sure our town's people's needs are being met not just in infrastructure but also with goods and services. These experiences well qualifies me to be part of our towns planning and zoning future. Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: I Graduated from Johnson State College with a B.5. degree in Business Management, minors in accounting, small business management and ski area design and management. I apprenticed in the construction trades learning carpentry skills and general building practices. Have owned and built three homes in Andover, assisting general contractors and architects in the design and building of the actual house. Professionally I am a salesman and have managed sales teams as well worked with the general public the last 18 years, This experience taught me how to resolve problems as well as how to get things accomplished, Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: I am a business owner and understand the need for strong planning and zoning laws in order for a city to keep its appeal strong for our residents. I have been involved with the Cub Scouts and the Boy Scouts, supported my two son's school activities, been part of several Booster Clubs and their need to raise funds and I am also very involved in an Andover Church including organizing a mission trip. Dated 1/-.2f"-o.>- Signature Ude?~L- ~ r.r-~"",,= I r", k J' ~;'!. . '. fA" "" ~'D n.Yl'l- 'Of) '<'_",',""'7k "',' .". '~'" ' " <.<.',,"';'1 ',' . .').1' . "~,'i' " "r"'~\. . ,~" ~ 1>'. -11 \-\:...~--=:-~.,,'-:~"::::::.~ 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER,MN,US Advisory Commission Application Name: m j-e- }\Cf -c:. L Vv' t) U 0/.( Lo k..- Address: /-5;27 /3voCe+ S+. Home Phone: 7 W - ~ oS' -0' / '1 b Work Phone: t &3 -:5 d.3 - S&'-/ g Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning X Economic Development Equestrian Council Park & Recreation LRRWMO 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: ..x hCl \.L CL /1:;h~ Describe your professi ai, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: JJ1~/ Dated Signature ~ DEC 01 2005 12:21 FR CH ROBINSON 783 589 5598 TO 97837558923 P,01/01 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (163) 155.5100 FAX (163) 155-81123 . WWW.CJ.ANOOVER.MN,US Advisory Coinmilsion Application Name: .::ra50 Y"\ N '€.<<.h'\tLn Y'\ r Address: Il-fd-?:>b ~U frf- N.W '14Ndorva(, Home Phone: lb?J-4}f~~1f WorkPhonc: /fp?rLftf- fb?;~ Commission Preference: Planning &, Zoning )C.'* P//~' l)....t ** TOTAL PAGE.01 ** 1 1-29-2005 ---------l rf:('-~~1\:. :) \?[' :-:::~,~,_,:",~ :-:.,'-----, \ NOY. 0 , N~ _1 ! , rlT" ~ - ' , .:~ ' l \.; ~ ;;!. . ~..._'__._~, l_._+__~'H_-'----- Dear Mayor and Council Members, I am applying for the open Andover Park and Recreation position. My name is Bill Hupp and I live at 156 150th Lane NW, Andover, MN 55304. Telephone number is 763-413- 1606. Currently I am retired from the U.S, Postal Service. I retired from my position as Postmaster on March 31S\ 2005, with approx, 28 years of service. I would like to help in any way that I can to see that we can provide our community with the best facilities possible. If considered for this position I want you all know that I am committed to see that our community succeeds at providing the best quality of life for the lowest cost that can be provided. Yours Truly, Bill Hupp 156 150th Lane NW Andover, MN 55304 763-413-1606 billhupp@comcast.net , -~ . . .. 1./... ~' /i 4 ! / r~-"1':::""/'7 ./ L..-' -,j / - //,/!........ '_0' ;.~' .// ./ .,/1 DEC-02-2005 16:44 TARGET PD - ENGINEERING 6127613321 P,01/01 1665 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W. . ANOOVER. MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755.5100 FAX (763) 755.6923 . WWw.CI.ANOOVER,MN.US Advisory Commission Application Name: Hark Janssen A~s: 13822 Evergreen Street Northvest Home Phone: 763-852-8731 Work Phone: 612-761-1632 Commission Preference: Park & Recreation LRRWMO Planning & Zoning XX Economic Development Equestrian Council Please state your reasoas for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: , * Interested in shaping the lon~ term development of Andover Descnbe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: * Registered Professional Engineer (Mechanical) MND 23405 .* Proiect Engineer. Tareet Corporation-understandin2 of code reQutrements. approval prcess and developer expectations Descnbe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: * Board of Directors - Education Foundation * Coach - North Metro Soccer Association (U5, 6, e, 10, 11) * President - Investment Club 12/2/2005 Dated ~~~~ 7"'" TOTAL P.01 Nov 11 05 05:08p p.l CITY OF NDOVE 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER. MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN.US ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION Name: ,Je.f'e..i'Y'-\( l bCfe..r Addres5: dd.OO JttIS-lAJ~, ,,{\,)...' Home Phone: 763 7S'-(-'if 79 '1 , Work Phone: Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning Andover!YM:CA Community Center * Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation x , Equestrian Council ~e st~ your reasons for requesting to be on the ad,visoI)' commission checfed above; n J. ,bel/'J<... -11",,,,+, 0...\1 A"f"Iu.'<r c...,hTC',,\,> 5~lC'L,,'t ,~.:.,\&: 5c'''''~-J.:^"e. LL<:,rb":J or V;))v......J~a;,'\':;, -J:"'^-'Z .f~.... -Jk.~ c.-Ly, Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: ;:: 1\-.uL /;"eD if\ )J,,/JO\-I-\,~ for e.'I~ ,,1 yo?,....r') a..,,/) S t.A,.J)~,-'"k,\& ~OM~ c~ +h.." ~~'I\.:~:.s -rk.c..-1- +k.~ c;J'f A,i\J} c;l;'C.e...." wcu.ll! );L:... Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: .-r -I- p ~S'1 -1 )\.~ w(o\.~ Dated: 0-~"",: \r +-, ''-\L ',I\. h""-. fl.\. r k, ') I ;J...L\bl ("-. (~( v"{,'~I\r""~"\~ $? O~ Signature * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:'u)A TA\EVERYONE\FORMSV,DVISAPP,DOC 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN,US ADVISORY COMMISSION APPLICATION /J1jeAif~ I Address: /77 J if V .L~W / Home Phone: 7;.:',,3- </,3<<-32// /). ;/;~6 ~:V-P 5f Name: Work Phone: Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning K Andover/YMCA Community Center * Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation x Equestrian Council P)ease state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: . ,'<->~rl '1"-' AiV~00.e'C DiL McluZ...", /&'-4,...., /7 .:e4~{" t1A.>D 6-e&' .f-s-- c:>-f rUr :feJJ ']: 1....0........< I-Ju\ 'h......,'- f"I:l,l"l. "'7C. A s<; ,4 ;,,-, ;IS. <:;".u>TL I :r.+p, )\..Jl;u.> ~*.~_d ,..""., C.'1?-o..:> i)~u,,~~ ,"-f-..lIL.. 77-""'-< 'TOM...,. e;./-";7 Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: ,;7 ~-e"~'<: / f' ' :30 '(I i.I . 'I J 1 ' _ r' /'I I -L 0-+ eJf"'"j< yo?~, 0+ ~D2~~J' ........-T'9 LDY>1p,..,........~ Ne.;<>+"ff"--S \':'::;~-+<l? A.....t> 1<...f'K..A s.......!."-j /Vt71l1<!.L1/..-,'/sl.,'p -:r W6e..~ d~,L ~ k<"~&"",,z ~ i> f 77..< 9'~.e~t /J1'.....~) U,)';{2f-~.2S ~f.,..IUUl+f-.D".....J [..Ql<JlOP 5.l-'c"<,, IP7'-f Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commiSSIOn: " ,u'l- . ~.. f {',:: t...{4o"lo-;.:> I I -",,<.-p~~- Ft),2. ~ C.:>>"1/1'1....,", Dated: 1/ )rf' je; ~ f L+,~~"" :;r:- ~~ '-<./0)2 ;:~ ,>...S: ~""'-.. ;toJ.6!. ,,:,.. /-.- ~ v /l-1...!c I-, h 4- -- 7A...:. 17.~ r * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission G:IDA T A IEVERYONE\FORMS\ADVISAPP,DOC November 27,2005 Ms. Courtney Bednarz Andover City Planner Planning Commission Andover, MN 55304 Dear Ms. Bednarz: Please accept my resume in response to the Planning Commission vacancy. As you will note on my resume, my background will benefit the City of Andover as I have more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry. In addition to my occupational background, I also would like to be an asset to Andover, the community in which I live. I have been a lifelong member of Anoka County and I feel that I would be a good addition to the commission. Please feel free to contact me at home, 763-767-3918 or on my cell phone at 612-366-5776, I look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely, Victor L. Ruzynski 13864 Bluebird St. NW Andover, MN 55304 Victor L. Ruzynski 13864 Bluebird St. NW Andover, MN 55304 h: 763-767-3918 c: 612-366-5776 Objective: To obtain a position with the City of Andover Planning or Park & Recreation Commission. Employment History: IUOE Local # 49, Minneapolis, Minnesota Area Business Representative July 2000 - Present Responsibilities include: > Negotiate contracts > Organize the non-union element of the construction industry > Police and patrol designated area > Enforce the contract > Assist developers with locating sub-contractors > Act as a liaison with 13,000 union members > Co-chair of North Suburban Advisory Council > Spokesperson at several City Council Meetings > Board Member of the Minnesota Workforce Council > Member of the Minneapolis Central Labor Council > Member of the Minneapolis Building & Trades Council > Member of the St. Paul Building & Trades Council NorthWest Asphalt, Dirt Division, Shakopee, Minnesota Finish Dozer/Operator - Commercial and Residential June 1991 - July 2000 Responsibilities included: > Finishing of parking lots, building pads, slopes, sub-grade, ponds and all aspects from start to finish on a construction site. > Track Backhoe Operator - Dug footings, installed sewer and water main pipe, dug ponds. > Read blueprints to set-up and layout footings, mass grading, fine grading, site preparation. > Maintain and organize load tickets for each truck that entered each site, > Approved time slips from each employee and tumed them in to payroll, US Army Corp of Engineers August 1985 - June 1991 Heavy Equipment Operator for simulated battleground, used for training enlisted personnel, Also operated heavy equipment for numerous other projects as needed. Organize, inspect and deliver heavy equipment for deployment for Operation Desert Storm, As a sergeant, was responsible for a ten-man squad, for their basic needs, training, delegating work to them. Responsible for multi- million dollar pieces of equipment. Education and Training: Graduated from Coon Rapids High School, US Army Basic Training, US Army Advanced Training in Heavy Equipment Certified Hazmat 40-hour training - continued refresher classes as needed, Certified Grades, Stakes and Blueprint, Certified Competent Person, Certified Pipe Evaluator, Certified GPS, Certified with Topeon (Lazers on equipment), Certified CPR, Certified Nuclear, Chemical and Biological Warfare, Certified OSHA 10 Training, Enrolled in Continued Education at The University of Minnesota for Labor Studies. /~5 ,. (~,rl /,7 ',' / ~ ,......./"-" 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US Name: Advisory Commission Application DOl.\jl(H W. 0(5"6'-\ 2. '2..)" 0 1)[ rt LCI'\( tV\rJ Home Phone: (7 (; '3) 7 b 7 - II b q Work Phone: !/vtd<Jvlr",fr)N Gr;;) 01 (761) ?, 00 -QI')1 Address: Commission Preference: Planning & zoning-X- Economic Development Equestrian Council Park & Recreation LRRWMO Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: re.e... t'/rn.c./..."'t"l t Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: )U- '1 fh. c ~ 11-1qy, t Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: ~U- t!tf-Ac.~""l", r /2/1-/0) f Dated ' Douglas W, Olson 2250151" Lane NW Andover, MN 55304 (H) 763-767-1169 (W) 763-300-9759 Planninl! and Zoninl! Commission Application Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission: ~ A calling to community service, and a role as a voice for fellow citizens and city government ~ A personal desire to be actively involved in planning and development decisions affecting the city of Andover, Holistically representing citizen and community interests in a rapidly growing and changing area, is crucial to a strong and vibrant city in the years ahead, Decisions made today, will have strong and far-reaching implications in the future. ~ Share my abilities to work collaboratively with other Commission members, and hopefully provide a real estate perspective as applicable, to planning and development Issues, Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to senre on this commission: ~ Business Experience: Real Estate Agent-3 years Project Manager-4 years Operations and Field/Sales/Customer Service Manager-I 3 years Geographic Information Systems Analyst-2 years ~ Education: University of Minnesota (1979-84) 172 credits toward BA ~ Skills: Big picture/analyticallfact-based thinker and decision-maker/forward-looking Unmatched integrity and ability to consistently garner respect of others Problem-solver/very detaiI-oriented Team player/adaptable/open-minded Douglas W. Olson, continued Describe your professional, civic or community activities which may be relevant to this comnnSSlOn: .. Minnesota State Chess Association: State Board Member (most recent 2 terms, and at other times in past 25 years)- Member-elected board member making business decisions relating to overall operation and budget. .. Faith Lutheran Church-Coon Rapids: Committee work, facilities, and business planning .. Occasional attendee to city council and municipal planning commission meetings relating to proposed residential and commercial development initiatives, These have occurred throughout the metro area. .. As a Realtor@, ad-hoc involvement with builders and developers on new construction projects and residential developments. /2-(2! 0:> Ri='('f.IVr.:D, L....J,... I L.. , E---~ - I , NOV 9 2005 i ---,- " -, "", ",., ~ 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W. . ANDOVER, MINNESOTWiJJ4t. ;;~~~'111:o-~~-' FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI.ANDOVER.MN.US '. f' ! Address: /S"""9'stP. Yrd.-J s/ /V t:./. Home Phone: '-/ /3 - / .r7 / Work Phone: Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning AndoverlYMCA Community Center * Economic Development LRRWMO Park & Recreation ~ Equestrian Council Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: '7:; ~"",.Ji.v..H. .:sC.-"':.....s I'r-.P _--4.:..... c~i' /O$'~<<' CAw_?cr - 70 fA /..",A ti'e>o-,., .f.!' ,;.... Descnoe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commk-;ion: e" ~.~~.. ~ .,;H"",.., 4-.<! '-I- /I'r ~ ""~, .t...O.:z.,h ~'" 7#" p;~./.;J lJl ~ /'l9ah y ,ee.e"'r~?fbrv ~",-' .ft< t! if' c:f (y/"., ....".";(:..,, Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this Commission: I /. '.~ /"'u4at!.....,. /f'fe...<5c", ",I- /......;~..J.. Lu.".~...:;h<__ ad....,..,;..r,~.. _ 'l!_ j//~ /or s- j)',z/ Signature Dated: * Cover letter and resumes encouraged for this commission O:\DATA\EVERYONE\FORMS\ADVlSAPP.DOC November 21,2005 Courtney Bednarz City Planner City of Andover 1685 Crosstown Boulevard NW Andover, MN 55304 Ms Bednarz, I would like to serve a 3-year term on the Planning Commission. Enclosed, please find my Advisory Commission Application. If there is any other information you would like from me prior to the application deadline, please contact me by phone, email or mail. Thank you for your consideration, A~"'_ -~~_-1. P'Yt/Hl<<~ -- Mark Larison 13432 Marigold Street NW Andover, MN 55304 (763) 323-7325 home (651) 226-6588 mobile Email atmslarison@MMM.com 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N.w" ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW.CI,ANDOVER.MN,US Advisory Commission Application Name: Mark Larison Address: 13432 Marigold StreetNW, Andover, MN 55304 Home Phone: _(763) 323-7325 Work Phone: _(651) 226-6588 Commission Preference: Planning & Zoning _X_ Equestrian Council LRRWMO Please state your reasons for requesting to be on the advisory commission checked above: Economic Development Park & Recreation I would like to contribute to the responsible planning and development of the City of Andoyer. where I have been a resident over (15) years. I have thoroughly enioyed living here. in one of the best locations in the metro area. I believe that my interest and abilities would be valuable to the leadership of the city, I would consider it an honor give back to the city that has served my family yerv well. Describe your education/experience, which qualifies you to serve on this commission: My formal education includes a Mechanical Engineering degree. I have extensive background in Project management. including Federal & State Government. Commercial and Industrial Construction projects. I have successfully led numerous project teams. and have managed work centers. including hourly as well and salaried professional employees. I am currently employed in a manufacturing management position at 3M in St.Paul. I have also experienced much of the development historv of Andover. observing all the progress that has occurred since we moved here in 1990, Describe your professional, civic or community activities, which may be relevant to this commission: I am a Registered Professional Engineer. State of Minnesota #20744. since July. 1990. I am a certified Six Sigma professional. My family and I have Participated in numerous Andover Athletic Association activities. with all (3) of our now grown children. Member of St.Stephen's Catholic Church. /I/z,/~ ~ Dated . . ,~~;'"'- 1665 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304. (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-6923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US TO: City Council Members CC: Jim Dickinson, City Administrato Will Neumeister, Community Development Director~ FROM: SUBJECT: General Information Requested (For Commission Interviews) DATE: January 5, 2006 This memo is to provide the Council information that was requested on Tuesday, January 3, 2006, including the following: . Background Information on attendance records from Park Commission meetings (attached). . Minutes oflast interview session on Tuesday, January 3rd (attached). . Number of openings -Parks Commission has two vacancies. ' Planning Commission has three vacancies, Two of them are for three-year terms and one is to complete the balance of the term of Jonathan Jasper (who recently resigned) and that would only be a one-year appointment. . Chair and Vice-Chair Appointments. In the past, the Council has appointed both the chair and vice-chair positions for both commissions. 1685 CROSSTOWN BOULEVARD N,W, . ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304 . (763) 755-5100 FAX (763) 755-8923 . WWW,CI.ANDOVER,MN,US Park & Recreation Commission 2005 Attendance Record Name Meetings Attended Jim Lindahl (Chair) 15 of 18 Dave Blackstad (Vice Chair) 120f18 Dan Maslowski 14 of 18 Devon Walton 150f18 Ernie Bedor 14 of 18 Wendy Albee 14 of 15 (started term 2/17/05)