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HomeMy WebLinkAbout(Re)Appointments to the Economic Development CouncilCommission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Aimee Brunckhorst, Deputy Clerk / Citizen Advisory Coordinator Stacy Ulmen CMC, City Clerk SUBJECT: Re-Appointments to the Economic Development Council MEETING DATE: February 4, 2013 MEETING TYPE: Action RECOMMENDATION: (Re)Appoint two members to the Economic Development Council. BACKGROUND: This Council has two terms which expired February 1, 2013. Both members with expiring terms have reapplied for a second term and one new application has been received. The creation and appointment of an Economic Development Council was recommended and described in the Economic Development Plan adopted by the City Commission on August 3, 2009. In February, 2010, the seven member Council was appointed. Shortly thereafter, the Council brought forward Ordinance No. 1784 adding Chapter 2.86 of the Bozeman Municipal Code for the official creation of the Economic Development Council and establishing the duties and responsibilities thereof. Council members shall serve three year staggered terms. Excerpt from the implementation matrix found on page VIII of the Economic Development Plan (EDP): 5. c “Establish an Economic Development Council, consisting of: business leaders, city staff, economic development leaders, and others; to advise the City Commission on economic development issues and to review the implementation of this City of Bozeman Economic Development Plan.” This Council has two expired terms with both members re-applying and one new applicant. Re-applying Applicants: New Applicant: Cheryl Ridgely Alex Russell Tracy Menuez Attachments: Council Applications 335 Form updated: 1/3/2013 11:36:54 AM First Name: Tracy Last Name: Menuez Physical Address : 32 South Tracy City: Bozeman State: Montana Zip Code: 59715 Primary Phone: Additional Phone Email : tmenuez@hrdc9.org Your current occupation: Community Development Employer: HRDC How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area?: >10 yr Which position are you applying for?: Economic Development Council City Limits: no Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?: yes If so, how long?: 3+ years If so, where ?: Bozeman Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences: I have served on the City's Economic Development Council for the past three years. Additionally, I serve on Prospera's Revolving Loan Fund Committee. These two opportunities have provided me with valuable insight as to the needs of small businesses in our community. My work at the HRDC provides me with a unique perspective of the positive outcomes stemming from a comprehensive community and economic development strategy. Reference 1: Jeff Rupp CEO, HRDC jrupp@hrdc9.org Reference 2: Chris Mehl Bozeman City Commissioner cmehl@bozeman.net Ethics: yes Media Source: Current member 336 Form updated: 12/18/2012 First Name: Cheryl Last Name: Ridgely Physical Address : City: Bozeman State: Montana Zip Code: Primary Phone : Additional Phone: Email : Your current occupation: Chief Strategy & Business Development Officer Employer: Bozeman Deaconess Health Services How long have you lived in the Bozeman Area? : >10 yr Which position are you applying for?: Economic Development Council City Limits: yes Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?: yes If so, how long?: 3 Yrs on the EDC Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences: I have served on the EDC for 3 years, and currently serve as Secretary of the EDC. I remain interested in providing continuity on the EDC and lending my experience and expertise to improve and enhance economic development initiatives throughout the City of Bozeman. I am currently employed by one of the largest private employers in the City and represent the perspective of synergies that exist between employers and city initiatives. Additionally, I have a diverse business and planning background which includes public administration, land development and planning, business planning and marketing/communications, healthcare administration, and strategic planning. I would welcome the opportunity to continue to serve with my colleagues and professional representatives on the EDC Reference 1: Commissioner Chris Mehl chris@headwaterseconomics.org Reference 2: Chris Kukulski 406-582-2306 ckukulski@bozeman.net Ethics: yes Media Source: currently serving on this advisory council 337 Date: 11-26-12 Which Board or Commission are you applying for?: Economic Development Are you a new applicant or are you applying for another term.: New applicant Enter your first name: Alex Enter your last name: Russell Email Address: Physical Address: Phone Numbers: Length of time in the Bozeman area: 21 years Do you live in the city limits? (Depending on the board this may or may not be required.): bozeman Occupation: Contract researcher Employer: self Have you ever served on a City or County Board or Commission?: No Please explain your relevant qualifications, interests and experiences: Master of Public Administration, BS Accounting, COB intern, small business owner Please list a reference and a contact phone or email: Darla Joyner, darla@careertransitions.com. List a 2nd reference with contact phone or email: Dr. Eric Austin, MPA Program Coordinator, 406-994- 5168, eaustin@montana.edu What representative position are you applying for?: Citizen-at-large The Bozeman City Charter voted in by the citizens of Bozeman in 2008 requires yearly ethics training. If appointed, do you understand you will be expected to take online and in person ethics trainings?: yes Is there any other information you feel may be relevant to your application?: No How did you hear about this board or vacancy?: COB website 338