HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 10260 - 2026/06/08MOUNDS VIEW
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
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COUNTY OF RAMSEY )
I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified City Administrator of the City of
Mounds View, Minnesota, hereby certify that I have carefully compared the
attached and foregoing with the original thereof on file in my office, and the same
is a full, true and complete copy thereof, insofar as the same relates to:
RESOLUTION NO. 10260 ENTITLED, "HONORING GERALD AREL
AS 2025 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR"
WITNESS MY HAND, officially as such, as City Administrator and the
corporate seal of the City of Mounds View this 8th day of June, 2026.
Nyle Zik und, Uity Administrator
(SEAL)
RESOLUTION NO. 10260
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION HONORING GERALD AREL AS 2025 CITIZEN OF TiiE YEAR
WHEREAS, nominations for the 2025 Citizen of the Year were solicited by the public and
reviewed by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the Citizen of the Year Award recognizes individuals whose service, leadership, and
volunteerism strengthen the community; and
WHEREAS, Gerald Arel was unanimously selected for this honor based on his exceptional record
of service; and
WHEREAS, Gerald and his wife, Carol, have been residents of Mounds View since 1986, raising
their three children in the community and supporting local schools and youth programs; and
WHEREAS, Gerald has contributed extensively to youth development through coaching, school
volunteering, and long-term involvement with Irondale youth and high school activities; and
WHEREAS, he has been a dedicated leader within the Church, serving on the Pastoral Council
since 2007-eight years as Chair-and supporting parish events in multiple volunteer roles; and
WHEREAS, Gerald has been an active member of the Knights of Columbus for 50 years,
including 13 years on the Council and service as Finance Secretary; and
WHEREAS, he has strengthened the civic life of Mounds View through service on many city
committees, including the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission-where he has served 20 years,
seven of those years as Chair-as well as the YMCA Advisory Committee, Organized Trash Options
Committee, Tribute Park Committee, and the Master Park Plan Advisory Committee; and
WHEREAS, Gerald's sustained leadership and commitment exemplify the spirit and purpose of
the Citizen of the Year Award.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council hereby recognizes
and honors Gerald Arel as the 2025 Citizen of the Year for his outstanding service and dedication to
the community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Mounds View extends its sincere gratitude to
Gerald for his enduring contributions and for serving as a model of civic engagement for future
generations.