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. -,,' ! l~ don't create fDIIoI.rn...LINItIers create leaders Serve on the LMC Board of Directors From its very beginn;ng the League of Minnesota Cities has flourished by its leadership's constatlt focus on bringing city leaders together as a unified and influential furce.A dedicated Boanl of Directors has been vital to the accomplishment of this goal.As the governing body of the League, the Boanl must keep the interests of cities in mind at all times. Thus, serving on the Boanl is both an honor and a responsibility. Unlike the governing bodies of some private companies, the prerequi- sites fur serving on the League Boanl do not include wealth, prestige or professional status. Rather, leadership skills, knowledge, dedication, vision and professionalism are the types of qnalities that distingnish leaders selected fur the League Boanl. The 18 individu- als serving on the Board blend together to strengthen the League through their diversity and unique experiences. The actions of Board members not only impact cities in the present, but also "shape" the future direction of the League as it strives to make a positive impact on community lifi: and the state as a whole. The roles and responsibilities of those who serve on the Board of Directors go fur beyond the stated duties outlined in the League's Constitution and By-Laws. LMC Boanl members are also role models fur other city leaders. The most valued and SllCCess- ful Boanl members model such characteristics as: . The ability to motivate citizens to participate in their local government; . A caring concern for all cities in the state; . A high level of participation in meetings and other League activities; . A willingness to consider others' perspectives; and City officials needed to serve on LMC Nominating Committee The Nominating Committee plays an important role in selecting the League Boanl of Directors. The conunittee convenes on Wednesday,June 19 at the Annual Conference in Rochester to interview candidates for Board and officer positions. The committee's recommendations are presented to member cities at the LMC business meeting. The Nominating Committee is made up of 8 to 12 city officials, consisting of both elected and appointed officials, with attention to issues such as gender, city size, and geography. City officials interested in serving should contact Donyelle Mikacevich at (651) 281-1202 or (800) 925-1122/toll-JIee.The LMC Boanl of Directors is expected to appoint the Nominating Committee by May 31... . A desire to discuss options fully and come to group consensus. If you are interested in serving on the League's Board of Directors for 2002-2003, you must complete a nomination form and submit a brief resume no later than May 31,2002. In June, there will be eight open positions on the Board of Directors. As there are no incumbents for the officer positions, LMC members will elect a president, I" vice president, 2"" vice president, and five directors. Open officer positions could be filled by current board members, resulting in additional director opening1l. A Nominating Committee appointed by the current LMC Board of Directo" will interview candidates in a meeting open to all city officials. This year's meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 19 at the LMC Annual Conference in Rochester. The recommended candidates will be presented to member cities at the LMC business meeting on June 20. In addition to each nominee's past involvement in League activities, the Committee comide" geographic representation, gender, and city population when selecting nominees. To request a nomination form and to obtain a copy of the LMC Nominating Committee Guidelines for 2002, contact Jim Miller, execu- tive director, at (651) 281-1205, toll free at 1-800-925-1122 or bye-mail atjmiller@Jmnc.org.Aletter contain- ing the nomination form and the committee guidelines will also be sent to each member city's administrator or clerk in the near future. ... April 17,2002 Page 5