HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-146 CCR Member Philip Cohen introduced the following resolution and moved
its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 77 -146
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION OF AND APPRECIATION FOR
THE DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE OF DONALD G. POSS
WHEREAS, Donald G. Poss served as City Manager of the City of Brooklyn
Center from December 12, 1966 through fuly 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, as Director of Public Works he was influential in the develop-
ment of a sewer and water utility system, a comprehensive street network and
the City's Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, as Village Administrator he was responsible for the smooth
and successful transition from a village form of government to a council- manager
form of government; and
WHEREAS, as City Manager his accomplishments include the coordination
of the construction of the civic center complex, the municipal garage and fire
station, the development of a comprehensive sidewalk network, the development
and implementation of a number of employee related educational and incentive
programs, and under his leadership, working relationships with various Federal,
State, and local governments and agencies have been strengthened; and
WHEREAS, his devotion to the tasks and responsibilities of these positions
contributed substantially to the sound progress and development of the City; and
WHEREAS, his public service and civic effort for the betterment of the
community merit the gratitude of the citizens of Brooklyn Center;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Brooklyn Center
that the dedicated public service of Donald G. Poss, City Manager, is recognized
and appreciated by the City of Brooklyn Cen A�
July 18, 1977 G�
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Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by the
entire City Council and upon vote being taken thereon, the following
voted in favor thereof: Philip Cohen, Maurice Britts, Tony Kuefler, Bill Fignar,
and Gene Lhotka;
and the following voted against the same: none,
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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