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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
MANAGER WORKSHOP
5:30 P.M. Monday, September 28, 2020
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A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Commissioner Interviews
F. ADJOURNMENT
RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY
Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at Council Meetings - elected
officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone's opinions can be heard
and understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Council meetings, it is
understood that everyone will follow these principles:
Speak only for yourself, not for other council members or citizens - unless specifically tasked by your colleagues
to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition.
Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen actively and do not interrupt or talk amongst each
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Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of council members, staff or others
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CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP STAFF REPORT
Meeting Date September 28, 2020
REPORT TO: Melinda Coleman, City Manager
REPORT FROM: Lois Knutson, Administrative Services & Performance Measurement
Coordinator
PRESENTER: Melinda Coleman, City Manager
AGENDA ITEM: Commissioner Interviews
Action Requested: ❑ Motion ✓ Discussion ❑ Public Hearing
Form of Action: ❑ Resolution ❑ Ordinance ❑ Contract/Agreement ❑ Proclamation
Policy Issue:
The City Council will be interviewing thirteen candidates for 6 commission openings. Currently
there are two openings on the Environmental & Natural Resources Commission, two openings on
the Heritage Preservation Commission, one opening on the Housing and Economic Development
Commission and one opening on the Planning Commission. Due to the large pool of applicants
there will be interviews during both the Workshop and City Council meeting.
Recommended Action:
Staff recommends that the Council interview the candidates as indicated in the schedule below.
The suggested questions will be submitted under separate cover to the Council. During the
interview process, Council Members should score each applicant. Once all of the interviews have
concluded, Council Members should rank the candidates for each opening and submit their score
sheets to staff by Friday, October 2, 2020. The scores will be tallied and the results and
recommendation for appointment will be brought back to the City Council during the meeting on
October 12, 2020.
Time Candidate Commission
5:30 pm Sheryl Sukolsky Planning Commission
5:40 pm Thomas Oszman Planning Commission
5:50 pm Jason DeMoe Planning Commission and Heritage Preservation Commission
6:00 pm Bao Vang Planning Commission and HEDC
6:10 pm Sarah Burdash Planning Commission and HEDC
6:20 pm Chonburi Lee Planning Commission
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Fiscal Impact:
Is There a Fiscal Impact? ✓ No ❑ Yes, the true or estimated cost is $0.00
Financing source(s): ❑ Adopted Budget ❑ Budget Modification ❑ New Revenue Source
❑ Use of Reserves ✓ Other: n/a
Strategic Plan Relevance:
❑ Financial Sustainability ❑ Integrated Communication ❑ Targeted Redevelopment
❑ Operational Effectiveness V Community Inclusiveness ❑ Infrastructure & Asset Mgmt.
The City's Commissions and Boards provide an opportunity for citizens to become involved in City
government and be a part of the decision making process.
Background
N/A
Attachments
1. Candidate Applications
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The City prohibits discrimination an the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in all aspects of our personnel policies,
practices, and operations.
The City council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 pm. Other meetings
include council -Manager Workshops normally held on Monday evenings prior to the Council meeting, usually at 5 or
6 pm. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. A Council Member Kell be appointed to serve on other
boards and Committees.
First Native * Last Name *
Sheryl Sukolsky
Horne Address* Street. Address
1085 County Road C E
Address Line 2
City State 1 FPpwir�ice 1
Maplewood MN
Postai t Zip Dade o:x"ry
55100 USA
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are public:
(t) residential address: and
() either a telephone number or electronic mail address were the appointee can be reached, nr hada at the rest of the
appointee.
Application Questions
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Please check which
r Community Design Review Board
Board and/or
because I appreciated the community and opportunities it afforded
Commission you are
r Heritage Preservation Commission
interested in
community and play a role in the development of Maplewood to
serving?
r Parks & Recreation Commission
How long have you 1.5
lived in the City of
Maplewood?*
Will other r Yes r No
commitments make
regular attendance
at meetings
difficult?*
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r Environmental & Natural Resources
Commission
r Housing & Economic Development
Commission
FJ Planning Commission
Please list specific
As a first-time homeowner, I chose to purchase in Maplewood
reasons why you
because I appreciated the community and opportunities it afforded
would like to serve
people. As I establish my home here, I want to be active in the
on this Board or
community and play a role in the development of Maplewood to
Commission.*
continue to ensure it is an attractive place to live, work, and enjoy. I
also believe there is an opportunity to better communicate and
educate existing residents on the impact and benefits decisions of
the planning committee makes to increase partnership across
stakeholders and lead to better acceptance and support of new
projects.
Do you have any
I am very interested in learning more about best planning practices
specific areas of
that serve both existing residents and developers. While I don't
interest within the
have a formal background in planning at a city level, I can provide
Board's or
input and insight as a resident and leverage the skills I have
Commission's scope developed in other professional settings.
of
responsibilities?*
List any community I have been a volunteer with Second Harvest Heartland for the last
organizations or several years.
activities in which
you have recently or
are now an active
participant.*
Please share any Excited by the opportunity to be able to serve the community I call
additional comments home.
on why you should
be selected bythe
City Council.
You may attach a
resume or other
summary of your
background and
experience for
appointment to this.
2020 Sukolsky Resume.pdf
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SHERYL SUKOLSKY E1, Attachment 1
1085 County Road C E * Maplewood, MN 55109
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TARGET CORPORATION, Minneapolis, MN
Senior Director, 3PL Strategy and Optimization, Food Supply Chain Jul 2019 — Present
Director, Operational Excellence Ju12016 — Ju12019
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Transformation Finance Feb 2016 — Jul 2016
Lead Financial Analyst, Supply Chain Finance Jan 2015 — Feb 2016
Lead Financial Analyst, Strategy Finance Aug 2013 — Jan 2015
Finance Leadership Development Program Intern, Marketing Finance Jun 2012 — Aug 2012
• Lead 3PL strategy and operations team within temp -controlled food network, inclusive of procurement, warehousing
operations, and systems integration. Developing long term strategy with 3Ps that drive efficiency, quality and cost
savings.
• Chief of Staff for SVP of Food Supply Chain responsible for driving clarity in decision-making and developing
strategies to address complex issues with cross -functional partners to achieve long term vision
• Advised EVP / President of $20B Food and Beverage pyramid on strategic planning and prioritization; developed
strategy execution plan for identified initiatives and implemented new management system to support
• Led cross -functional team in re -design of Food negotiation process; provided strategic program management,
governance and measurement strategy development to drive $436M of cost savings and capability improvements
• Advised VP Business Partnerships and Negotiations on methodologies to increase overall negotiated savings through
expanded data analytics, and developed key organizational tools and processes to enable a more robust team
management strategy and deliver $700M of gross margin improvement
• Formulated and executed senior leader communication strategy to address opportunity, risks and required resources for
Enterprise priorities across pyramids
• Piloted and implemented elimination of non -promotional signing in stores, reducing overall volume and store labor
while increasing effectiveness of remaining signage
• Delivered change management roadmap for Marketing SVP to enable better planning and measurement of campaigns
• Implemented new measurement approach of $5.513 annual Supply Chain expense to understand trade-offs and
implications of strategic priorities. Managed cross -functional team to create KPIs and goals to drive COO agenda
• Identified opportunity to transform hourly wage structure in distribution facilities; collaborated with HR to reduce
annual expense by 25% while maintaining favorable labor relations and improving productivity
• Led $70B+ sales prioritization to identify signature categories aimed at accelerating growth and profitability; facilitated
strategic sessions with Merchandise EVP/ SVPs to establish financial targets and allocate resources across businesses
BEHRMAN CAPITAL, New York, NY
Executive Operations Coordinator Jul 2008 — Aug 2011
• Modeled performance of $1.513 PE fund used by senior partners making transaction decisions
• Managed team to produce financial reporting $1.513 PE fund and make transaction decisions; introduced new planning
processes that improved overall data integrity and availability of reporting. Managed publicly traded portfolio
investments.
• Led six -member team to produce annual investor meeting with budget of $200k and 100+ attendees. Introduced
alternative planning processes that streamlined responsibilities.
JCK PARTNERS, L.P., New York, NY
Analyst, Healthcare Jun 2007 — Jul 2008
Associate, Generalist Jul 2005 — Jun 2007
• Identified healthcare investment strategies resulting in 23 portfolio investments valued between $104100M
• Conducted due diligence (U.S. and Brazil) by cultivating relationships with senior management and industry experts.
Analyzed potential catalysts and value drivers to determine return and portfolio fit
LORD ABBETT & CO. LLC, Jersey City, NJ
Research Assistant, International Small Cap Equity Fund Oct 2004 — Jul 2005
EDUCATION
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UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, Stephen M. Ross School of Business, Ann Arbor, MI Aug 2011 — May 2013
Masters of Business Administration — Emphases in Finance and Strategy
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT, Grossman School of Business, Burlington, VT Aug 2000 — Jun 2004
B.S., Business Administration — International Management & Policy
ADDITIONAL
• Selected as Champion representing Food and Beverage pyramid for Target's Pro Bono Consulting program
• Chair of Target's Finance Leadership Development Program; led development, engagement and recruiting efforts for
program. Actively engaged with Diversity and Inclusion committee
• Non-profit program and volunteer development (Second Harvest Heartland) and prior board experience Food System
Economic Partnership (Ann Arbor, MI), Burden Center for Aging (New York, NY)
• Avid runner (Dublin, Paris, Vancouver and many Florida marathons), certified BBQ judge and community garden advocate
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The City prohibits discrimination an the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in all aspects of our personnel policies,
practices, and operations.
The City council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 pm. Other meetings
include council -Manager Workshops normally held on Monday evenings prior to the Council meeting, usually at 5 or
6 pm. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. A Council Member Kill be appointed to serve on other
boards and committees.
First Native *
Thomas
Horne Address*
Last Name *
Osman
SrfV Aoir ,...,
i' / 1 Eajehdl Rd
Gy
Mapiewood
Postai 1 zip Dade
55109
State f Ftovi+ce 1 F
MN
0:*"ry
USA
Mrmesota State StatUe pa 601 states that once an individual is appointed to a public body, the foilowing additional items of data
are public;
(1) residential ad ess,• and
(2) either a telephone number or electronic mail adduss Ahere the appointee can be reachedor both at the request of the
appointee.
Application Questions
Please check which r Community Design Review Board r Environmental & Natural Resources
Board and/or Commission
Commission you are r Heritage Preservation Commission r Housing & Economic Development
interested in Commission
serving? * r- Parks & Recreation Commission W Planning Commission
How long have you 40.0
lived in the City of
Maplewood?*
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Will other r Yes G No
commitments make
regular attendance
at meetings
difficult?*
Please list specific
As a lifelong Maplewood resident I have recently decided that
reasons why you
Maplewood is my forever home. My professional experience has
would like to serve
been extensive in building and planning projects for Target as well
on this Board or
as in my role as a board member of the Pavek Museum (several
Commission.*
capital projects to the museum) I believe Maplewood is a great
different building projects across the country many successful, and
place to live and have a family, my specific interest in this
some with challenge. I believe that this experience I have had will be
commission is being involved with the community allowing me to
an asset to the city and I am excited for the opportunity to be part of
bring my insight and experience, as well as understanding the
Maplewood's future.
historical changes of Maplewood through the years. I have been to
hundreds of suburbs and cities across the United States, and
believe I can bring some ideas to assist in making Maplewood the
best place to live.
Do you have any Building and Development Projects
specific areas of Negotiations
interest within the Future Planning
Board's or
Commission's scope
of
responsibilities?
List any community Board Member, Pavek Museum of Broadcasting since 2015
organizations or Director of TCMediallow, 501c3
activities in which Volunteer, Minnesota Historical Society
you have recently or Volunteer, Hearts and Hammers, ConstructReach
are now an active
participant.*
Please share any
I have lived in "brick alley" of Maplewood my entire life. I have seen
additional comments Rainbow Foods open up behind the fields in my backyard, and
on why you should
have witnessed and seen extensive development across
be selected by the
Maplewood. There is so much opportunity for the future that I want
City Council.
to be part of. In my professional experience I have seen unique and
different building projects across the country many successful, and
some with challenge. I believe that this experience I have had will be
an asset to the city and I am excited for the opportunity to be part of
Maplewood's future.
You may attach a TomResumeupdate081620.pdf 335.73KB
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summary of your
background and
experience for
appointment to this.
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TOM OSZMAN
C O N S T R U C T I O N P R O J E C T M A N A G E R
CONTACT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
9 1774 Edgehill Rd
Maplewood, MN 55109
OVERVIEW
Twenty five years of results
oriented business experience
including Construction Project
Management, Program Ownership,
Business and Process Development
and Sales.
Developed and managed positive
strategies of building
construction, technological, and
operational expansion across the
United States and overseas.
Discovers impactful solutions
with a spirit of autonomy and
ethical position.
STRENGTHS
• Project Management
• Time Management
• Collaboration
• Project Solutions
• Strategic Planning
• Communication
• Team Leadership
EDUCATI0N
M.A. MEDIA STUDIES
DePaul University, Chicago, IL
2007
B.A. BUSINESS, JOURNALISM
University of St. Thomas, St.
Paul, MN
2003
SR PROJECT MANAGER,
Stores Innovation and Construction
Target Corporation, Minneap-,lis, MN, --01" - P,:esent
• Manage multiple concurrent projects supporting
design, construction and operational innovations for
entire Target chain (stores s facilities), with
special emphasis in implementing new technologies,
building remodels, and developing scope plans,
timelines, and capital budgets of $100 million
yearly.
• Effective in working with government organizations
including City Counils, Planning Comissions, Health
Departments in Minnesota, California, and several
other states. Ensuring projects are code compliant.
• Lead cross functional teams including real estate,
merchandising, technology, and operations to manage
project portfolio and execution .
• Source and develop 100+ vendors and contractors for
short and mulit-year contracted projects, resulting
in significant project budget savings and cost
effective relationship development_
• Create metrics for key projects to measure success
and develop contingencies. Communicate with upper
management on progress and work closely with
technical developers and system installation to
understand all potential contingencies_
LEAD PROGRAM MANAGER, Resource Recovery
Target orp•-;ration, Minneap-lis, MN, -010 - 2C,i-
• Sourced and managed vendors for sustainability
programs including recycling, salvage, and
construction waste.
• Launched and managed Target's first Construction
Recycling program achieving 704 diversion of landfill
waste in the first year, creating new recovery
revenue stream and reducing overall expense.
BUSINESS PROCESS CONSULTANT, Store Operations
Target Corporation, Minneapolis, MN, 2-007 - :010
Launched program solutions for unique logistics and
operations processes for Alaska and Hawaii stores
(first Target locations outside of domestic 48
states)_
• Led a cross functional team with developers and
experts to create store technology and
effective/efficient processes within the enterprise_
• Created and executed training and user acceptance
testing for team member functions.
FREELANCE MEDIA PRODUCER AND WRITER
T-DmOszman.c-,m; T(MeJiaN-;w.c_,m
• Published writer, media production, and speaking,
emphasis on local history and historical
preseveraiton.
• Director of TCMediallow.com 501c3 Non Profit
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The City prohibits discrimination an the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in all aspects of our personnel policies,
practices, and operations.
The City Council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 pm. Other meetings
include Council -Manager Workshops normally held on Monday evenings prior to the Council meeting, usually at 5 or
6 pm. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. A Council Member Kell be appointed to serve on other
boards and committees.
First Narrm * Last Name
Jason DeMoe
Horne Address* Street Address
2275 ATLANTIC ST
Address Line 2
102
aty State! Fl ovine ! Fkgm
Maplemod MN
Postal i Zip Gude Courary
55109 United States
AJnnesota State Statute pa 601 states that once an individual is agnointed to a public body, the follaMng additional items of data
are public:
(t) residential aditss; and
(2) either a telephone rurnber or electronic mail address Hhere the appointee can be reached, or both at the request of the
appointee.
Application Questions
Please check which r Community Design Review Board PF Environmental & Natural Resources
Board and/or Commission
Commission you are V Heritage Preservation Commission r Housing & Economic Development
interested in Commission
serving? W Parks & Recreation Comrnission R Planning Commission
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How long have you
lived in the City of
Maplewood?*
Will other
commitments make
regular attendance
at meetings
difficult?*
Please list specific
reasons why you
would like to serve
on this Board or
Commission.*
Do you have any
specific areas of
interest within the
Board's or
Commission's scope
of
responsibilities?*
List any community
organizations or
activities in which
you have recently or
are now an active
participant.*
2.0
r Yes F No
I am looking for ways to become more involved in the community.
I have a deep-seated love of Nature and I have served on the
Forest Lake Minnesota Parks Commission as vice -chair as well as
the White Bear Township Parks Commission when I lived there.
I am a member of the Maplewood North Lions Club
Please share any I have been a community volunteer my entire life and his great
additional comments passion of mine and now that I live here in Maplewood I would like
on why you should to become more of a part of the community and get to know more of
be selected by the the quote -unquote movers and shakers.
City Council.
You may attach a
resume or other
summary of your
background and
experience for
appointment to this.
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The City prohibits discrimination an the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in all aspects of our personnel policies,
practices, and operations.
The City Council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 pm. Other meetings
include Council -Manager Workshops normally held on Monday evenings prior to the Council meeting, usually at 5 or
6 pm. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. A Council Member Kell be appointed to serve on other
boards and committees.
First Name * Last Name
bao yang
Horne Address* SUeet Address
3029 hentingmey trail north
Address Line 2
Unit 3
aty State! Ro nnce 1 Fbgion
Maplemod Minnesota
Fbstai i Zip Gude Country
55109 USA
Unnesota State Statute pa 601 states that once an individual is appointed to a public body, the fdlaMng additional iters of data
are public:
(f) residential aditss; and
(2) either a telephone rurrnber or electronic mail address Hhere the appointee can be reached, or both at the request of the
appointee.
Application Questions
Please check which PF Community Design Review Board F Environmental & Natural Resources
Board and/or Commission
Commission you are r Heritage Preservation Commission r Housing & Economic Development
interested in Commission
serving?* F Parks & Recreation Commission r Planning Commission
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How long have you
lived in the City of
Maplewood?*
Will other
commitments make
regular attendance
at meetings
difficult?*
2.0
r Yes F No
Please list specific
I want to serve on the Community Design Board (with an interest in
reasons why you
the Housing & Economic Development commission) because I care
would like to serve
for the issues affecting the development and quality of life in my
on this Board or
city. I also want to advocate for the misguided and misunderstood
Commission.*
residences as well as be the voice of change on the board.
Do you have any I am interested in attracting new development, growth and advising
specific areas of on issues relating to diversifying economic/business opportunities
interest within the for Maplewood residents.
Board's or
Commission's scope
of
responsibilities?*
List any community I campaigned for a Maplewood candidate in 2018, actively involve
organizations or in St. Paul City neighborhood activities and development plus I
activities in which advocate for women's issues on different platform.
you have recently or
are now an active
participant.*
Please share any
I should be selected for this role because of my passionate for
additional comments human service, grits and perspective on current issues. I represent
on why you should
what the City of Maplewood need, the grassroots of young
be selected by the
Americans and the lost voices within. I grew up in St. Paul but
City Council.
Maplewood is my home. My family and I longed to move to
Maplewood since I was a teenager. Now as a resident, I want to
make sure Maplewood continue to progress and reflect its' vision of
grace, rich heritages and diversity. In addition, I know that during
this challenging time in our community my involvement would bring
a peace of mind to many especially the second largest ethic
population in Maplewood (14.8% Asian). Our city is no different
from any other city in America hurting and suffering from lost: love
ones, jobs and economic hardship. I have reviewed the 2040
comprehensive plan and want to help we strive to create an
engaged, tolerant, and compassionate community.
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summary of your
background and
experience for
appointment to this.
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The City prohibits discrimination an the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, or age in all aspects of our personnel policies,
practices, and operations.
The City council holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Mondays of each month at 7 pm. Other meetings
include council -Manager Workshops normally held on Monday evenings prior to the Council meeting, usually at 5 or
6 pm. Additional meetings may be scheduled as needed. A Council Member Kill be appointed to serve on other
boards and committees.
First Name *
Sarah
Home Address*
Last Name *
Burdash
Street. Address
1265 County Rd B E
Address une 2
Oty
Mapiewood
Postai 1 Zip Gale
55109
state r Frio l Pelton
MN
Ocm"ry
USA
Mrmesota State StatUe pa 601 states that once an indiviakial is appointed to a public body, the foilowing additional items of data
are public;
(1) residential ad ess,• and
(2) either a telephone riumber or electronic mail adduss Ahere the appointee can be reachedor both at the request of the
appointee.
Application/ Questions
Please check which r Community Design Review Board
Board and/or
Commission you are r Heritage Preservation Commission
interested in
serving? * p Parks & Recreation commission
PF Police Advisory Commission
W Environmental & Natural Resources
Commission
P Housing & Economic Development
Commission
W Planning Commission
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Housing and
Economic
Development
Commission
Member type
How long have you
lived in the City of
Maplewood?*
Will other
commitments make
regular attendance
at meetings
difficult?*
r Business Representative r Resident
.E
r Yes r No
Please list specific
I really enjoy living in Maplewood and would like to contribute some
reasons why you
free time to making it a better place for everyone. I love our parks
would like to serve
and trails so that seems like a natural area for me to volunteer. I
on this Board or
also work in finance so it would be interesting to be a part of city
Commission.*
planning or economic development. My neighbor was on the police
advisory commission and I thought that was also interesting.
Do you have any I am available to help with whatever is needed. My work experience
specific areas of is in finance and project management but I also learn quickly so if
interest within the there are roles that need help I can jump in where needed.
Board's or
Commission's scope
of
responsibilities?*
List any community I was volunteering at Prepare and Prosper which helps low income
organizations or people file their taxes. I worked as the financial advocate for and
activities in which connected people to resources and education to help them on their
you have recently or financial journey.
are now an active
participant.*
Please share any
additional comments
on why you should
be selected bythe
City Council.
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Sarah Burdash
Maplewood MN 55109
Objective
Strategic, analytical, and resourceful finance professional with experience in compensation, project management, and pricing.
Experience
COMPENSATION ANALYST I ECOLAB I DECEMBER 2018 -PRESENT
Review and recommend process updates to create and drive efficient team processes.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of field operations and sales commissions, associate alignment, hours and revenue
recalculations, and spreadsheet tracking.
Research and resolve pay transactions and participate in other projects as identified by supervisor.
Develop analytics to determine if current policies are driving the appropriate behavior with the field.
Provide ad hoc analysis for leadership regarding field compensation questions.
PRICING ANALYST 13M- ROBERT HALF I OCTOBER 2017 -DECEMBER 2018
Lead and coordinate a team of 20 deviated pricing analysts to focus on business transformation across the data, sales,
supply chain and pricing teams.
Provide financial analyses and counsel to support $500+ million in annual sales across multiple 3M businesses, including
data validation, and price deviation governance of 5,600 contracts.
Provide ad hoc analysis for marketers, sales district owners, and business leaders to help determine and execute data
driven decisions.
Developed new tools for reporting and analyzing pricing data within the new ERP system constraints.
Organized cutover projects, training sessions and materials for Hypercare, and support tasks for greater deviated pricing
team.
SALES EXECUTIVE TEAM I NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL I MARCH 2015 -OCTOBER 2017
• Used Excel, Office, PPA and CRM to analyze and track growth, performance and efficiency.
Conducted weekly coaching and planning meetings for a team of ten and ensured business processes were being followed
and plans were compliant.
• Created and implemented personal investment planning for individuals and businesses.
Skills & Abilities
ORGANIZATION - Plan, lead and execute process improvements to daily transactions and monthly reporting.
STRATEGIC - Provide business transformation counsel and direction to national sales managers, material owners, and sales
district owners.
CRITICAL THINKING- Worked within ambiguous and changing requirements to uncover the right questions and appropriate
solutions to complex business needs.
Education
BACHELORS OF SCIENCE I MAY 2016 I METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Finance Major
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Community
FINANCIAL ADVOCATE I JANUARY 2020- PRESENTI PREPARE AND PROSPER
Help the low income and underserved community members with tax preparation, connecting them to resources and education
to help them achieve their financial goals.
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First Name * Last Name *
Chonburi Lee
Home Address* Street Address
2634 StilMneter Road East
Address Uri . 2
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Mapiewood MN
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55119 United States
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Please check which r Community Design Review Board r Environmental & Natural Resources
Board and/or Commission
Commission you are r Heritage Preservation Commission r Housing & Economic Development
interested in Commission
serving? * r- Parks & Recreation Commission W Planning Commission
How long have you 4.0
lived in the City of
Maplewood?*
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Will other r Yes G No
commitments make
regular attendance
at meetings
difficult?*
Please list specific
Safety and security are two of the most important factors in
reasons why you
identifying a place to live or to conduct business. I want to serve on
would like to serve
the Planning Commission to contribute to a community that
on this Board or
provides this for its most vulnerable populations, the elderly and
Commission.*
children, especially considering that I have both elderly parents and
New Millennium Academy, a charter school in Brooklyn Park. I am
children of my own. In my time as a proud Maplewood resident, I
also a member of the Midway Chamber of Commerce Board of
have seen a slow influx of growing families move into my
Directors and a participating member on the Minneapolis Forward
neighborhood and have a great desire to make Maplewood a
Community Now Coalition, which aims to rebuild Minneapolis post -
sought -out destination for residents and businesses alike.
Communities are only as great as the people within them. I want to
participate in attracting and retaining the businesses that can both
contribute to the city's economy while also taking into account the
best interest of its residents. Some of the best ways to do this is to
bridge the gaps in equitable access and availability of resources for
BIPOC businesses and community members, to hold businesses
accountable to social responsibilities, and to uphold high levels of
morality.
Do you have any I believe that communities comprise three primary groups of people:
specific areas of government, residents and businesses. The key to economic
interest within the prosperity is to develop the reciprocity between them. That said, I
Board's or have interests in facilitating this relationship through participation in
Commission's scope the Commission's zoning, property, and home occupancy requests.
of
responsibilities?*
List any community
Throughout course of my adult life, I have volunteered for various
organizations or
organizations within the Twin Cities area for over a decade
activities in which
participating in a wide range of activities from being a master of
you have recently or ceremony to fundraising.
are now an active
Currently, I serve as the Treasurer on the Board of Directors for
participant. *
New Millennium Academy, a charter school in Brooklyn Park. I am
also a member of the Midway Chamber of Commerce Board of
Directors and a participating member on the Minneapolis Forward
Community Now Coalition, which aims to rebuild Minneapolis post -
riots.
Please share any
I trust that my background in communication, economic
additional comments development, and business acumen can contribute to my service
on why you should
and input on the Planning Commission acting both as the voice of a
be selected by the
Maplewood resident and as a Commissioner advocating
City Council.
administrative transparency, acting ethically, and engaging
inclusively.
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Chonburi T. Lee
2634 Stillwater Rd E. Maplewood, MN 55119 -
Education
Master of Information Systems Management, GCert: Business Analytics 12/2018
Metropolitan State University, MN
Master of Business Administration, GCert: Project Management 12/2018
Metropolitan State University, MN
Bachelor of Arts: Communications 05/2010
Hamline University, MN
Special Training and Certifications
Certified SCRUM Master (CSM), Scrum Alliance 03/2019
University of Minnesota, MN
Community Engagement
New Millennium Academy, Brooklyn Park, MN 10/2017 - Present
Governing Board of Directors, Treasurer
Midway Chamber of Commerce, Saint Paul, MN 07/2020 - Present
Governing Board of Directors, Board Member
Professional Profile
Hmong American Partnership, Saint Paul, MN 11/2020 - Present
Project Manager
Implement Design Thinking for the Social Sector to design, develop, and implement methods to
determine and analyze financial leakage of Hmong-owned businesses within the Twin Cities. Create,
conduct, and distribute financial surveys as a means to fulfill financial leakage analysis. Analyze data
procured from surveys to develop a financial model illuminating areas of mutual financial leakage
among like businesses and industries where prospective opportunities might exist. Aggregate data and
subsequent analytic conclusions to develop an Economic Prosperity blueprint for 2030.
Manage concurrent projects including administration of Small Business Emergency Loans in
partnership with MN DEED by developing administration and processing procedures.
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XauvHmoob.com, Saint Paul, MN 09/2013 - Present
Proprietor
Conduct e-commerce transactions via GoDaddy SAAS web service shipping products nationwide.
SAAS architect management. Coordinate product design and manufacturing with international vendors.
Conduct periodic product and financial performance analysis using agile management. Developed IT
infrastructure for managing, tracking, and ordering inventories. Synapsed IT peripherals for real-time
ordering data. Manage financial profit and loss strategies for short and long-term objectives. Design
marketing materials and lead consumer outreach initiatives for continuous market growth.
The Sanneh Foundation
01/2018 — 05/2018
Application Development Consulting Intern
Implemented design thinking to develop an application prototype via Balsamiq. Designed application
architectural diagram. Developed and maintained application backlog reporting periodically to
stakeholders. Utilized agile/scrum methodologies to facilitate progress of milestone deliverables.
Coordinated and conducted weekly progress meetings with stakeholders.
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. / Sam's Club, Bloomington, MN 01/2011 - 08/2013
Practice Manager, Optical and Hearing Aid Center
Managed personnel. Promoted culture of professionalism and dependability. Developed standardized
operational practices as a model for other branches. Prepared financial reports to reach objective
performance thresholds. Communicated budget and recovery planning with regional management
regularly. Lead deployment of automated contact lens program with 1 -800 -contacts within the heartland
region. Developed schedule and roadmap for various health initiative program deployments. Served as
the primary contact for resolution of IT -related deployment issues. Tested and verified procedures prior
to regionalized deployments. Developed procedural standards and model division.
T -Mobile USA Inc., Saint Paul, MN 08/2008 — 02/2012
Senior Sales Associate
Developed, evaluated and implemented strategic marketing plans for new market penetration and sales
expansion. Developed and maintained customer loyalty. Participated in product deployment efforts.
Provided technical assistance for customers. Analyzed store statistics and developed multiple sales plans
with management to exceed growth expectations
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