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January 27, 2000 <br /> <br />Mr. Jim Norman <br />City of Ramsey <br />15153 Nowthen Blvd. <br />Ramsey, MN 55303 <br /> <br />JAN 2 1 ZOO0 <br />¥ <br /> <br />Mr. Norman, <br /> <br />I am submitting this letter in regards to the vacant positions, which currently need to be filled on <br />the Charter Commission. <br /> <br />Please consider myself a candidate for one of the positions. <br /> <br />I moved to Ramsey over three and a half years ago from Bloomington (as a result of my employer <br />relocatiug in Anoka.) Prior to my decision to move here I researched a number of the surrounding <br />communities however felt Ramsey would best suite my family's needs. One deciding factor for <br />myself was the well-established set of ordinances and codes Ramsey had in place. <br /> <br />Having lived in Bloomington for 41 years I understand the need for ordinances and codes and the <br />benefit they provide within a growing community. I enjoyed a "Quality Life" in an urban <br />environment as a result of these rules. <br /> <br />In contrast my vision is not focused only on the urban existence. After now living in Ramsey for <br />over three years, I have come to understand and respect the "rural life style" preferred by a <br />number of Ramsey residents. <br /> <br />Ramsey is clearly in a transitional period and the blending of the urban and rural lifestyles is a <br />fact of life. I typically view things from a realistic point of view and believe that facts should <br />dictate decisions being made regarding community growth. <br /> <br />Since moving to Ramsey I have kept up on a number of city issues and have gotten involved in <br />others. I am reasonably familiar with the city code and development strategies, however would <br />look forward to learning even more about the "nut & bolts" that make the city run. <br /> <br />I feel the Charter Commission is a good starting point for myself. It would allow me to be <br />involved with my com~nunity and would also aIlow me to contribute ideas 1 feel would benefit <br />the residents of Ramsey. Also considering the fairly minimal time commitment that would be <br />required on my part, the position would work well in regards to my family life and my work. <br /> <br />I would like to discuss this opportunity with you so please feel fi'ee to contact me at your <br />conveniellce. <br /> <br />Barry Childs <br />6040 151~t Lane N.W <br />Ramsey, MN 55303 <br />576-5134 (home) <br />576-6742 (work) <br /> <br /> <br />