HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-029 CCRCITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
HENNEPIN COUNTY
RESOLUTION NO.2020-29
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION TO SUE FOGAL FOR OVER
39 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE TO THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal was hired as an Accounting Cleric in the Finance Department on June
9, 1980; and
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal currently serves as an Accounting Technician and during the more than
39 years with Fiscal and Support Services, Sue provided superb administrative support to the staff, including
filling in and backing up utility billing, and directly supported the department's mission; and
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal has diligently worked with Finance Directors Paul Holmlund, Charlie
Hansen, Doug Sell, Dan Jordet, Nate Reinhardt, and Mark Ebensteiner over her 39-year tenure; and
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal has worked in three finance systems during her career including
Geminus, IFAS, and JD Edwards, and has been a key contributor to the integrity of the data and software,
collaborating with LOGIS during the implementations and upgrades; and
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal has been consistent and dependable in the daily operations of the
accounts payable process with city staff and vendors throughout her career; and
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal has been instrumental in implementing and updating the automated
accounts payable system — including training department users and vendors, working with LOGIS to maintain
system and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Sue's dedication, pride in her work and willingness to learn
have had a direct impact on the success of the system and new processes; and
WHEREAS, Sue Fogal was a key contributor in organizing accounts payable documents for
record retention in Laserfiche scanning; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center wishes to recognize the dedication
and professionalism Sue has displayed in discharging her duties and the positive impact she has made on the
City and its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota, upon the recommendation of the City Manager, that we recognize the retirement of Sue Fogal on
February 28, 2020 with more than 39 years of service and express sincere appreciation for her dedicated public
service.
February 24, 2020
Date
ATTEST:
City
Mayor