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NOTICE OF
WORK SESSION
Columbia Heights City Council
Monday March 12, 2018
6:00 PM
City Hall- Conference Room No. 1
Special Work Session
1. Interview candidates for Planning Commission Vacancy
6:00
Mayor
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Donna Schmitt
Councilmembers
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Robert A. Williams
6:30
John Murzyn, Jr.
City of Columbia Heights
59040 Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421 -3878 (763) 706 -3600
Connie Buesgens
Nick Novitsky
City Manager
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Walter R. Fehst
Meeting of:
Date of Meeting:
Time of Meeting:
Location of Meeting;
Purpose of Meeting:
NOTICE OF
WORK SESSION
Columbia Heights City Council
Monday March 12, 2018
6:00 PM
City Hall- Conference Room No. 1
Special Work Session
1. Interview candidates for Planning Commission Vacancy
6:00
Mollie Brucher
6:10
Eric Penniston
6:20
Eric Sahnow
6:30
Kevin Bumgardner
2. Discussion related to appointment of Advisory Commissioners
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Please contact the City Clerk at 763- 706 -3611 or kbruno@columblaheiehtsmn.sov. to make arrangements.
COLUMBIA O HEIGHTS
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OR COMMISSION
Please indicate your preferred commission(s)
Economic Development Authority.
Park & Recreation Commission
Library Board
Name:
Mollie Brucher
bia Heights, MN 55421
X Planning & Zoning Commission
X Traffic Commission
Charter Commission*
( *Note: for this commission, please indicate if you
area qualified voter? W✓ Yes _No)
Educational Background:
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Graduated Dec 2010
Western Kentucky University, graduate courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Civic Experience:
Habitat for humanity volunteer, September 2009 -March 2012
Various coaching roles (middle school softball, K -6 soccer, N basketball)
Please describe why you are interested in serving on a commission, and why you feel you are
qualified:
Although I have not yet served on a commission, I am interested in serving in order to help and give
back to my community. I currently work for the State of Minnesota and have an understand of the
intricacies that are involved in government projects. I think I could offer a unique perspective based
on my background and education. The current political climate is also a contributing factor to my
interest in a commission role. I believe that a bipartisan approach to community and city plan is the
best approach.
I hereby certify that the facts within this foregoing application are true and correct to the best of
Return completed application to:
City of Columbia Heights
Attn: City Clerk
590 40th Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
COLUMBIA 0 HEIGHTS
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OR COMMISSION
Please indicate your preferred commission(s): _X Planning & Zoning Commission
Economic Development Authority. Traffic Commission
Park & Recreation Commission Charter Commission*
Library Board
( *Note: for this commission, please indicate if you
arc a qualified voter? x Yes _ No)
Name: Kevin Bumgardner
Address: Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Preferred phone #
Alternate Phone #
Email address:
How long have you lived in Columbia Heights?
Property you own in Columbia Heights (Other than residence)
Present Employer:
Counselor Realty, Inc.
Work Phone:
Position Title:
Educational Background: MBA - Capella University
BS: Management - University of Northwestern (St. Paul)
BS: Marketing - University of Northwestern (St. Paul)
RC- Rihlc% _ I Inivorcity of Nnrthwcctcrn (.qt Paull
Civic Experience:
Comprehensive Plan Committee: City of Lauderdale, MN - 2007
Please describe why you are interested in serving on a commission, and why you feel you are
qualified:
As a long term resident (and plan on staying a lot longer) I'm interested to see smart
growth in the city. I am passionate about a high quality, livable community that is safe,
offers jobs, respects its environmental resources, with accessible and diverse shopping
and entertainment while also playing well with its neighboring cities to cooperate with
metro -wide initiatives.
I have sat on the Planning Commission for the City of Lauderdale in the early 2000s and
learned a lot about everything from watershed to public works and street - scaping. As a
Realtor for over 20 years (and also President of Counselor Realty with 200 agents for 7
of those years) I have an understanding of city development and how it impacts
residential and commercial citizens. I have worked in most of the metro area cities and
have gained understanding of their various programs as well as their development plans.
I hereby certify that the facts within this foregoing application are true and correct to the best of
Return completed application to:
City of Columbia Heights
Attn: City Clerk
590 40`' Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
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CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OR COMMISSION
Please indicate your preferred commission(s): Planning & Zoning Cotrunission
Economic Development Authority. Traffic Commission
Park & Recreation Connnission Charter Commission*
Library Board
( *Note: for this commission, lease indicate if you
area qualified voter? VYes _No)
Name:
Eric Penniston
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Educational Background: I have a bachelors degree In psychology and extensive training in personal
finance (Series 7, CFP). Currently, I am studying for a Masters in Social Work
and a JD (law degree).
Civic Experience: For the past four years, I have been very active in local organlzing - -as a founding
member of HelghtsNEXT, on the City's Charter Commission, and the Police
Department's Multicultural Advisory Committee. I am also a member of the Springbrook
Nature Center Board. I have participated in street clean up- events, volunteered at the
Please describe why you are interested in serving on a commission, and wily you feel you are
qualified: Despite all of the time I have spent volunteering In my community, much of my efforts so far
have been focused on the more abstract parts of getting things done, like coordinating communications
among stakeholders, developing best practices, and navigating the politics of local organizing. I am keenl
Interested in finding more ways to direct my energy toward things were I can see the concrete fruits of my
labor. I want to bring my prior career In finance -- helping Individuals and small business- owners make
smart saving, investment, and risk management decisions -- forward Into my new careers. I believe In the
power of breaking down barriers and opening up lines of communication between stakeholders; real resul
flow when communities find common purpose. Economic health depends on many factors.
Columbia Heights is In the midst of an Incredible transformation. Demographically,
economically and culturally, we are evolving Into a first -class suburb where (with the right
planning decisions) we can attract young families, young professionals, and businesses to our
region, and build a sustainable future that works for all of our residents- -those with deep roots and those
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osen to make Columbia Heights their home.
I hereby certify that the facts within this foregoing application are true and correct to the best of
Return completed application to:
City of Columbia Heights
Attn: City Cleric
590 40a` Ave NB
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
COLUMBIA 0 HEIGHTS
CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
APPLICATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OR COMMISSION
Please indicate your preferred commission(s)
Economic Development Authority.
Park & Recreation Commission
Library Board
X Planning & Zoning Commission
Traffic Commission
Charter Commission*
( *Note: for this commission, please indicate if you
are a qualified voter? Yes _ No)
Present Employer:
BWBR Architects
Educational Background:
Bachelor of Science - Architecture, Univ. of MN - 2005
Master of Architecture, Univ. of Wisconsin - Milwaukee - 2009
Civic Experience:
Prospect Park Neighborhood Revitalization Plan -
Committee Member - 2003, 2005
Please describe why you are interested in serving on a commission, and why you feel you are
qualified:
As an Architect I believe that through good planning and design, we can
make lasting, and impactful differences in our communities. Impacts that
can strengthen our communities together, strengthen our City, and do
so in a way that strengthens our environment.
As a citizen I am aware of what goes on in my neighborhood and City as
a whole and I am looking for ways to serve the City that I live in. My
professional abilities as an Architect make me uniquely qualified to
discuss and understand the complexities of navigating the City submittal
process, understanding zoning and building code issues, and
representing the City to all who wish to build here.
I hereby certify that the facts within this foregoing application are true and correct to the best of
Return completed application to:
City of Columbia Heights
Attn: City Clerk
590 40`h Ave NE
Columbia Heights, MN 55421