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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-056 CCRMember Kay Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 2008-56 RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF RICHARD THEIS FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION AND CHARTER COMMISSION WHEREAS, Richard Theis served on the Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commission from January 27, 1997, through April 15, 2008; and WHEREAS, he has made significant contributions as a member of the Park and Recreation Commission, including monitoring and reflecting the attitudes and concerns of the citizens relative to the conservation of environmental resources in the City and to the park system and recreation programs, and advising the City Council of citizen attitudes and policy matters relevant to the conservation, park and recreation functions in Brooklyn Center; and WHEREAS, Richard Theis served on the Brooklyn Center Charter Commission from February 12, 2001, through April 11, 2008; and WHEREAS, he has made significant contributions as a member of the Charter Commission, including reviewing the existing charter, considering proposed changes and making recommendations for change to the City Council, and safeguarding the concept of Home-Rule under the existing charter and Home Rule provisions in the state statutes; and WHEREAS, his leadership and expertise have been greatly appreciated by the Park and Recreation Commission and Charter Commission; and WHEREAS, his public service and civic effort for the betterment of the community merit the gratitude of the citizens of Brooklyn Center; and WHEREAS, it is highly appropriate that his service to the community should be recognized and expressed. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that Richard Theis is hereby recognized and appreciated by the City of Brooklyn Center, and this resolution serves as a visible and lasting expressing of gratitude for the leadership and service he has rendered to the citizens of Brooklyn Center. N Mav 12.2008 - Date Mayor ATTEST: ~4) rlo/ w wftwtom . City Clerk The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member Mark Yelich and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Tim Willson, Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich; and the following voted against the same: none; whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.