HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2011-035 •
RESOLUTION 2011 -35
BEING A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CONCEPT OF
COOPERATION AND COLLABORATION TO PROMOTE THE GREATER
EFFICIENCY IN THE USE OF PUBLIC RESOURCES
WHEREAS, the county, cities, and school districts in Anoka County have been meeting
to explore and improve the cooperation and collaboration between the local units of government;
and,
WHEREAS, the local units of government in Anoka County have a history of working
together to reduce costs and provide efficient services; and,
WHEREAS, the economic, social, and civic environments continue to change requiring
local units of government to develop new methods of service delivery; and,
WHEREAS, the changes in the roles and working relationships of elected officials, staff,
and constituents, the evolution of the services to be delivered, and the degree and accountability
of authority require vision - driven leadership; and,
WHEREAS, we must lead through an uncertain financial future, unstable economic
conditions, undesirable financial trends, unfamiliar budget practices, changing organizational
models, worried employees, and a concerned population:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights embraces
the concept of cooperation and collaboration to promote greater efficiency in the use of public
resources and is committed to exploring opportunities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Columbia Heights supports the efforts of
the City, County, and School Collaboration Project and endorses the five principal focus areas:
1. Trust and Information Sharing: Establishing an environment of trust among the cities,
county, and school districts, and developing better working relationships and providing
more cost - effective public services.
2. Service Sharing: Facilitating efficient and cost - effective sharing of services, facilities,
and other resources.
3. Fiber and Technology: Maximizing the use of fiber and shared technology to support
public services.
4. Economic Development: Promoting a business - friendly environment that expands and
retains a dynamic range of business and industry within our communities.
5. Citizen Communication: Developing effective, consistent, and ongoing communication
networks with citizens, businesses, and other stakeholders.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that City of Columbia Heights employees at all levels are
encouraged and directed to work with their counterparts in other governmental units to identify
opportunities for cooperation and consolidation.
Passed this 13 day of June, 2011.
Offered by: Diehm
Seconded by: Williams
Roll Call: Ayes: Peterson, Williams, Nawrocki, Diehm, Schmitt 1
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' atricia Musco tz, CMC • Clerk