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10/19/23, 9:57 AM Revize Online Forms https://moundsviewmn.rja.revize.com/reports/403460 2/3 PRIVACY NOTICE: The information provided by you on this application will be used to determine your suitability for appointment to an advisory commission. Participation as an advisory commission member is strictly voluntary and you are not required by law to provide this information. However, should you not furnish this information the City may have difficulty determining your suitability for appointment, contacting you regarding your information, and if selected, notifying you of your duties on the advisory commission. Under Minnesota State Statute 13.601, subd.3, the following information is considered public information before appointment: name, city of residence, education and training, employment history, volunteer work, awards and honors, prior government service, veteran status. Once an individual is appointed, the following additional items of data are considered public: residential address, telephone number, email address. I have read and understand the Tennessean Warning and certify that the statements in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge: The City of Mounds View is committed to the policy that all persons shall have access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard for race, ethnicity, gender, age or physical abilities. Economic Development Commission The EDC is an advisory commission to the EDA consisting of seven members, (four resident representatives of Mounds View and three business representatives). While the commission doesn’t have the authority to take action, it serves as a sounding board for the EDA. Examples of commission projects are economic development marketing/branding initiatives, brainstorming ideas for redevelopment sites, reviewing financing and economic development policies, hearing from speakers on hearing economic development updates & issues affecting Mounds View, and setting annual priorities as it relates to assisting the EDA’s initiatives. Planning Commission The Planning and Zoning Commission provides recommendations to the City Council on Planning Applications, such as subdivisions, conditional use permits, and ordinance amendments. The Commission, acting as the Board of Adjustments, has authority to approve Variances. Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Commission provides recommendations to the City Council for the development and improvement of parks within the City. The Commission also makes recommendations to the City on all matters affecting Parks and Recreation programs. Police Advisory Commission The Police Advisory Commission assists and advises the City Council and the Police Department with enhancing awareness of Police Department capabilities and services; provides an opportunity for citizen involvement in police services; and encourages positive exchange between the Police Department and the community. Sustainability Committee Employment, Occupations or Other Relevant Experience My college degree is in limnology, I worked at Total Repair for years - helping with water in the basement remediation, I was a semi truck driver for over 20 years - shipping and receiving expert level. Memberships, Accomplishments or Other Qualifications ACA - American Canoe Association What is your reason for wanting to service on this Commission/Committee To be an informed citizen of Mounds View and help our community thrive Please attach additional information if desired: Choose File No file chosen Optional Applicant Signature Andrew Kovacs Date 10/19/2023 Format: MM/DD/YYYY