HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-143 CCRMember Celia Scott introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 82 -143
RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING AUGUST 19, 1982 AS DON POSS
DAY IN BROOKLYN CENTER
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WHEREAS, Donald G. Poss served as City Manager of the City of Brooklyn
Center from December 12, 1966 through July 23, 1977, as Village Administrator from
June 27, 1966 through December 12, 1966 and as Director of Public Works from November
15, 1960 through June 27, 1966; and
WHEREAS, on June 23, 1977 Don Poss accepted the position of Executive
Director of the Metropolitan Sports Facility Commission; and
WHEREAS, the successful design and construction of the Hubert H. Humphrey
Metrodome was accomplished under his leadership and direction; and
WHEREAS, it is highly appropriate that his achievements, both in service
to the City of Brooklyn Center, and as Executive Director of the Metropolitan Sports
Facility Commission should be recognized and expressed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn
Center that August 19, 1982 is hereby proclaimed Don Poss Day in Br
oklyn Center.
August 9, 1982 'r
Date Mavor
ATTEST:
The motion for tfie adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by
member Bill Hawes and upon vote being taken thereon, the
following voted in favor thereof: Dean Nyquist, Gene Lhotka, Celia Scott,
Bill Hawes, and Rich Theis;
and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.