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January 4, 1996 Chris Boraas 15030 Fluorine Street NW Ramsey, MN 55303 Work Phone 828-0182 Home Phone 422-8154 Jessie Hart,Finance Officer Ramsey Municipal Center 15153 Nowthen Blvd NW Ramsey, MN 55303 PLAI~NING AND ZONING COM~ISSION POSITION Ms Jessie Hart: My family and I have lived in one of the older developments in Ramsey for the past eight years. Through these years I've been frequently confronted with the "Classic" Ramsey zoning issues including dirt roads, large lots, horses, septic systems, and "Junk Cars". Until four months ago my frustration in these areas has been mostly internalized and subsequently not very effective. More recently, I've taken it upon myself to address several of these issues. After surveying the neighborhood and several discussions with Steve Jankowski I've completed a petition for bituminous paving of our currently dirt streets. The petition's upcoming public hearing may be tense however I feel strongly this neighborhood will continue its decline if something tangible isn't done. In one of my later discussions with Steve Jankowski he mentioned that I might consider applying for one of the openings on the planning and zoning commission. I am relatively new to the mechanics of municipal affairs but being a resident of Ramsey I have a vested interest in its development. After reflecting on Steve's idea, I've decided that I would like to be considered for a position on this commission. My background, as described by the attached resume, is in accounting. I think my experience working with financial detail may compliment my duties on this commission. In addition, I believe my ability to maintain an objective common sense perspective regarding the issues of Ramsey can be a strong asset. In addition to that described by the attached resume, I have been employed by Apertus Technologies in Eden Prairie as a Senior Accountant since October of 1994. Thank you for your consideration, Chris Boraas