HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-101 CCRMember Elliott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-101
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION TO
JAMES GLASOE FOR OVER 25 YEARS OF DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE
TO THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER
WHEREAS, James Glasoe was hired as Public Services Coordinator in the Public
Services Department on August 22, 1994; and
WHEREAS, James Glasoe was appointed as Director of Community Activities,
Recreation on December 15, 1997; and
WHEREAS, during more than 25 years with Public Services and Community
Activities, Recreation and Services Departments, James provided superb leadership to staff and
directly supported each Department’s and Division’s mission; and
WHEREAS, James served as staff liaison to the Parks Commission providing
expert guidance and support for development and implementation of exceptional park planning
and recreational programming; and
WHEREAS, James was instrumental in the development of several signature
projects including but not limited to the Centennial Park Amphitheater, City Council Chambers
Remodel, Brooklyn Bridge Alliance development, Centerbrook Golf Course improvements, Earle
Brown Heritage Center Improvements, Recreation Center development at Brooklyn Community
Schools and numerous important projects and initiatives; and
WHERAS, under the guidance James, the Community Center continues to be
outstanding local and regional amenity for swimming, exercise, healthy living, crafts, arts, dance,
community meetings, celebrations; and
WHEREAS, under James’ guidance and direction the Recreation Division,
Centerbrook Golf Course and The Earl Brown Heritage Center have received several well-
deserved State and National awards and recognition; and
WHEREAS, James provided consistent and dependable management in the daily
operations of his office to deliver positive and efficient customer service; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Brooklyn Center wishes to recognize
the dedication and professionalism James has displayed in discharging his duties and the positive
impact he 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 James Glasoe on October 26, 2020, with more than 25 years of service and
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-101
express sincere appreciation for his dedicated public service.
October 26, 2020
Date Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Butler
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Butler, Elliott, Graves, Lawrence-Anderson, Ryan
and the following voted against the same: None
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.