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Inside Arden Hills, MN . 55112-5734 ECR-WSS PRST STD U.S. Postage Paid TWIN CITIES, MN Permit #1710 Ribfest Fall Clean Up Day Election Information Water Efficiency Rebate Program Political Signs Stop Food Waste Challenge Popular Annual Financial Report Postal Customer Welcome Joua Yang, Finance Director Joua Yang, the City’s new Finance Director, is a Midwesterner with roots in Wisconsin and Minnesota. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a B.B.A. in Accounting and Finance. From a young age, she has been drawn to numbers and record- keeping. Her professional journey began in the private sector, where she spent over a decade working for well-known companies such as Ecolab, Zep, Medtronic, and United Healthcare. Joua then decided she wanted to move into a role that would provide her with a greater purpose. This led her to government finance. She felt she could use her private sector experiences to contribute to local municipalities and their community’s vision and mission. Previously, Joua served as the Finance & Administrative Manager at Ramsey County Parks & Recreation for two years, followed by a two-year stint as the Deputy Director of Accounting & Finance at Washington County. Joua appreciates the warm welcome she has received from the Arden Hills community. She notes that she is “particularly impressed by the dedication of the staff, who are committed to delivering exceptional customer service both to the residents of Arden Hills and within their workplace.” This warm reception has made her feel a part of the community, and she is eager to contribute to its growth and development. Outside of work, Joua stays active with her husband and three energetic children. In the warmer months, you’ll find them exploring scenic trails on their mountain bikes while winter transforms them into avid snowboarders. Recently, they have also embraced the challenge of indoor wall climbing! Parks & Recreation Fall Guide Check out all of the City’s fun fall activities in our Fall Activities Guide set to release mid to end of July. Programs include youth soccer, adult sports, school release day programs, youth basketball camps, dance classes, music classes, sports samplers, yoga and more! Visit cityofardenhills.org/180/Parks-Recreation for more information and to register for programs. 12 • Arden Hills Notes • July 2024