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C. March 27, 2018 Hugo City Council 14669 Fitzgerald Avenue North Hugo, MN 55038 Re: Hugo City Assessor Position Dear Council Members and City Administrator Bear; The attached proposal outlines the key provisions to be met in providing Assessment services for the City of Hugo. I am applying for the Hugo City Assessor position. I'm hoping that you will consider my proposal to provide Assessing services for that position, because I've had considerable experience in appraisal, assessment and administration that has prepared me for that role. I've been a County Assessor for twenty-five years and am familiar with all the responsibilities that the job entails. I was also the Ramsey City Assessor for three years and am familiar with duties, needs and responsibilities associated with being a City Assessor. I have worked collaboratively with the Department of Revenue, cities and counties throughout my career, and understand how important working together benefits all. I've also worked closely with other state organizations, vendors, etc., and am cognizant of the complex and interwoven nature of local government. I've worked as a Department Head and Supervisor throughout my career and understand that successful leadership requires trust in the working relationship, and competence in organization and planning. I've worked closely with Local Assessors and fully understand the relationship between Local and County governments. My particular strength is in appraisal. I think I offer an advanced understanding of appraisal concepts and techniques that are useful in mass appraisal. I've built my career implementing and perfecting several techniques that work efficiently and effectively. I also possess a Certified General Real Property Appraiser License. My thirty plus years of appraisal experience has proved invaluable in dealing with a wide variety of appraisal and related public policy issues. I've often provided input to help other professionals and policy makers to make informed decisions. Working with the public has always required a certain delicacy to obtain trust. The job has and will always require Assessors to provide good service to our taxpayers in a timely manner, to treat them fairly and equally. Respectfully Submitted, n E. Keefe AMA Certified General Real Property Appraiser