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1 February 1994 <br /> Dear Mayor, Councilmembers, Solid Waste Commissioners and other <br /> friends and colleagues of Shirley Chenoweth, <br /> As you know, Shirley Chenoweth recently retired from fifteen dedicated <br /> years of service to the City of Falcon Heights. The city hosted a <br /> community open house to recognize her years of service and the special <br /> qualities that she brought to her job. I'm sure that the open house was <br /> ample recognition for her work from Shirley's perspective, but many of <br /> you inquired about giving her a gift to symbolize her career with the <br /> city. <br /> Although the city council would probably "pop" for a plaque, Shirley <br /> made it clear that a plaque with its accompanying speeches would not <br /> be well received. Therefore, after talking w her children, I've made <br /> a decision to present Shirley with a gold pin designed to represent the <br /> city either in the form of an abstract bird or creative letters (F.H.). (A <br /> highly qualified three member design team will make the final decision. <br /> In uncharacteristic fashion, this dec will not be made by starting <br /> with a series of neighborhood meetings nor, by a consensus of the city <br /> council). The total cost will be 200 for the gold pin with a star <br /> sapphire. It should be beautiful and meaningful. <br /> If you wish to contribute toward this gift, please drop off or mail a <br /> contribution to the "City of Falcon Heights Shirley Chenoweth gift <br /> And pass the word along to others that you know who may be <br /> interested in contributing. <br /> This is a surprise! I'II find an excuse to require Shirley at a council <br /> meeting so the Mayor can present her with the gift and (yes!) give a <br /> speech in her honor! <br /> Whether you can contribute or not, thanks for helping the city recognize <br /> an exemplary employee upon the end of her career. <br /> Very truly yours, <br /> Susan Hoyt <br />