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HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 8503 RESOLUTION 8503 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION APPROVING REVISIONS TO CRITERIA FOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS WHEREAS, the Mounds View Citizen of the Year Award recognizes ordinary citizens who have demonstrated outstanding dedication to improving their communities; and WHEREAS, at the January 4, 2016, Work Session, it was the consensus of the City Council to revise the eligibility requirements for Citizen of the Year to allow non-business owners and non-residents, who have contributed generously to the City, to be nominated; and WHEREAS, Staff and the City Council revised the eligibility and selection criteria as attached to this resolution (Exhibit A). NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mounds View City Council hereby approve the attached eligibility and selection criteria for Citizen of the Year. Adopted this 11th day of January, 2016. ire, Joe Flah6Fty, 4 a o ATTEST: James Ericson, City Administrator (seal) MO.JNDs VIEW Citizen of the Year Eligibility and Selection Criteria OVERVIEW: The City of Mounds View Citizen of the Year award recognizes ordinary citizens who have demonstrated initiative to improving the community, whose service or performance exemplifies the spirit of giving back and who inspire others in their volunteer efforts. ELIGIBILITY: Nominee must possess and demonstrate a generous community spirit. Nominee has proven his or her commitment and has a pattern of effort directed toward the community. Nominee is a role model in the community and thereby raises the standards of social responsibility. City employees, City contractors, or past Citizen of the Year Award recipients are ineligible. SELECTION CRITERIA: Courage: Exemplifies courage and determination to follow one's own values. Initiative: Demonstrates drive and initiative in his/her approach and overcoming challenges on the way. Time Commitment: Volunteers a significant amount of time and energy to the betterment of the City of Mounds View and its residents; more than just financial contributions. Effectiveness: Generates positive results for the community. Unselfishness: Does not expect anything in return for his/her actions, e.g., financial compensation, fame or political notoriety. MouNns VIEW CITIZEN OF THE YEAR NOMINATION FORM Name of Nominee: Title, if applicable: Address: City, Zip Code: Phone: Fax: Email: Nominated By: Organization (if any): City, Zip Code: Phone: Fax: Email: (Attach additional pages as necessary). 1.) How long have you known the nominee and in what capacity? 2.) Describe briefly specific contributions the nominee has made to the community as it relates to the selection criteria: 3.) What special circumstances make the nominee's achievements outstanding? 4.) Share any additional information about the nominee you would like considered: Application Process Nominations must be in writing. You are encouraged to submit any background information, letters of support, or any other material that demonstrates the nominee's contribution to the community as it relates to the selection criteria. All materials must be received by the close of the nomination period, and become the property of the City of Mounds View. Eligibility Nominee must possess and demonstrate a generous community spirit. Nominee has proven his or her commitment and has a pattern of effort directed toward the community. Nominee is a role model in the community and thereby raises the standards of social responsibility. Please note that City employees, City contractors, or past Citizen of the Year Award recipients are ineligible. Selection Criteria In assessing the candidates for the Mounds View Citizen of the Year Award, the City Council will select a nominee who meets the following criteria: • Exemplifies courage and determination to follow one's own values. • Demonstrates drive and initiative in his/her approach and overcoming challenges along the way. • Volunteers a significant amount of time and energy to further a cause or issue; more than just financial contributions. • Generates positive results for the community. • Does not expect anything in return for his/her actions, i.e. financial compensation, fame, or political notoriety. Submission Completed nomination forms and supporting information shall be sent to the address noted below and be received no later than Friday, January 29, 2016, at 4:30p.m. Mounds View Citizen of the Year Award 2401 County Road 10 Mounds View, MN 55112 Fax: 763-717-4019 email: info@ci.mounds-view.mn.us If you have any questions about the nomination process, please contact us at 763-717-4000.