10.01 - Economic Development Commission (EDC)

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_1_ Economic Development Commission The Economic Development Commission consists of five members. Terms are for three years. The Economic Development Commission meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8:00 a.m. The objective of the Commission is to encourage economic growth in the City of Pequot Lakes. Library Board • The Library Board consists of seven members who are residents of the County or the City (with a majority of the members being residents of the City). Terms are for three years. The Library Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The objective of the Library Board is to provide the community with an outstanding library. Park Commission • The Park Commission consists of five members. Terms are three years. The Park Commission meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m. The Park Commission is an advisory commission. The objective of the Park Commission is to ensure the ongoing excellence of the City parks. Statement of Interest: Please state briefly why you are interested in serving on this board/commission for which you are submitting this application. As Superintendent of Pequot Lakes Schools I lead one of the largest employers in this community and certainly have a vested interest in collaborating with the city on issues related to economic development and future visioning for the community. Education/Professional Experience: Describe your educational and professional experience or skills that qualify you to serve on this board/commission. My professional experience includes 20 years in education- 10 years as a school administrator and 5 years as a district administrator—in 5 different school districts. I worked closely with the city in Shakopee Schools and also in Burnsville Schools. I have a masters degree in educational leadership and 30—40 credits beyond the masters degree in administration coursework. Relevant Personal/Professional Experience: Please describe your professional, civic, or community participation which may be relevant in serving on this board/commission. I am also a member of the Central Lakes Rotary Club and the Pequot Lakes Chamber Advisory Board in an effort to lead meaningful and positive collaboration throughout our community. I believe raising our students to be successful requires community-wide efforts and engagement. Attendance: Are you aware of the importance of regular meeting attendance including the time commitment involved in preparing for meetings, and do you feel you have the time available to be an active participant?_X Yes No Macintosh HD:Users:clindholm:Desktop:Application Form for Boards and Commissions.doc Page 2