HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-026 CCR Member Carol Kleven introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -26
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF
ABIY ASSEFA FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE ON THE
SHINGLE CREEK AND WEST MISSISSIPPI WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
COMMISSIONS
WHEREAS, Abiy Assefa served as Brooklyn Center Alternate Commissioner
on the Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commissions from April 10,
2006, to January 31, 2012; and
WHEREAS, he has made significant contributions toward the goal of the
Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commissions, which is to enhance
the water quality of the water resources within the watersheds through public information and
education, analysis of the causes of harmful impacts on the water resources, regulation of the use
of water bodies and their beds, regulation of land use, and capital improvement projects; and
WHEREAS, his leadership and expertise have been greatly appreciated by the
Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Watershed Management Commissions; 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 Abiy Assefa is hereby recognized and appreciated by the City
of Brooklyn Center, and this resolution serves as a visible and lasting expression of gratitude for
the leadership and service he has rendered to the citizens of Brooklyn Center.
February 13, 2012
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Dan Ryan
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Tim Willson, Carol Kleven, Kay Lasman, Lin Myszkowski, and Dan Ryan;;
and the following voted against the same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.