11-14-11 CC Special Mtg AgendaCITY OF SHOREWOOD
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2011
AGENDA
1. CONVENE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING
A. Roll Call
B. Review Agenda
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
LARGE CONFERENCE RM
5:30 p.m.
Mayor Liz&
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Siakel
Woodruff
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2. LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT INTERVIEWS
A. Mark Sylvester, 22020 Stratford Place
B. David Cross, 5305 Shady Island Road
3. ADJOURN
Time /Attachments
5:30 PM
5:45 PM
Duddingston Sylvester Group
225 South Sixth Street
Suite 5100
Minneapolis, MN 55402
tel 612 340 6792
fax 612 677 3837
toll free 866 984 1044
October 13, 2011
City of Shorewood
City Council Members
5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
Dear Council Members & Other Interested Parties,
MarganStanley
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With a high familiarity with Lake Minnetonka, and substantial knowledge of issues surrounding
Minnesota lakes, I submit this letter of interest for the Lake Minnetonka Conservation District
Representative.
Originating from Grand Rapids, MN and residing on Lake Pokegama for 15+ years, I became
very familiar with issues such as Aquatic Invasive Species, dock size restrictions and recreational
restrictions, to name a few. I am very passionate about lake life and the freedom it offers,
however, proper oversight is necessary to combat the spread of AIS and also maintain an
enjoyment level for all users.
My family and I moved to Shorewood in March of 2011, and we were fortunate enough to have
the entire summer to enjoy life around the lake. We were very familiar to the lake prior to re-
locating due to family members living in and around the city of Minnetonka. The move just
shortened the trip to the lake — driving distance to walking distance. No person enjoys this more
than my 2.5 year old daughter who adores all aspects of the lake and loves nothing more than
quiet drives on and around the lake.
Lake Minnetonka is currently facing the incredible task of fighting the spread of Zebra Mussels
and the containment of Eurasian Watermilfoil. Both of which require extensive coordination with
other agencies, public education and treatment. Not only this, but the LMCD must continue to
monitor the spread of other invasive species from other lakes and also monitor the recreational
restrictions year round.
The task given to the Conservation District is truly large, but when individuals treasure the lake
life, and look forward to the next generation enjoying the same, the issues simply must be
confronted with a passion and commitment. I hope this letter finds all parties well, and I do look
forward to offering my time and commitment to the benefit of Lake Minnetonka.
Thank You,
Mark E. Sylvester
PHONE:
612.597.2390
MARK E. SYLVESTER
22020 STRATFORD PLACE
SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331
EMAIL:
iSly200l@gmaii.com
EDUCATION
University of St. Thomas
School of Law – Minneapolis, MN
Juris Doetor, 2008:
Cumulative GPA: 3.25/4.00
Cumulative Class Rank: Top 1/3 of Class
Concentration: Corporate Finance / Hedge Funds
Honors:
Dean's Scholarship
Activities:
Intramural Moot Court Competition; Corporate Law Society; Student Intellectual
Property Law Association.
Relevant Coursework:
Corporate Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Federal Income Taxation, Taxation
of Business Enterprises, Pensions and Employee Benefits, Workers Compensation,
Securities Regulation, Sales.
Thesis:
"Regulating Giants: With the Recent Growth of the Hedge Fund Giant, Does the
Economy Require Greater Regulation to Manage the Actions of Such Funds ?"
St. John's University – Collegeville, MN
Bachelor ofArts, 2005: Major — Political Science Minor – Accounting
Honors: President's Scholarship, 2001 -2005; Dean's List, 2004; National Dean's List, 2004; St. John's
Senate, 2004 -2005.
EXPERIENCE
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney – Minneapolis, MN
Consulting Group Analyst/Investment Advisor – Junior Partner – Dui dingston Sylvester Group, June 2008 to
Current
➢ Developed, organized and marketed the nonprofit institutional consulting business within the
Dui dingston Sylvester Group. Solely responsible for building the business model into a recognizable
force within the nonprofit community. Within the first year of development, I directed my team before
$200+ million in nonprofit proposals, exceeding senior partners' expectations.
➢ Met with the senior level executives and board members of nonprofit organizations and interpreted
financial statements to determine appropriate investment options. Led senior partners in presenting
investment proposals before board of directors.
➢ Increased fixed income revenue within team by 15% by recognizing interest rate risk within certain
portfolios and contacting those clients with specific recommendations.
➢ Analyzed corporate balance sheets and created detailed models in risk, cash flow and performance to
determine suitability and longevity of client assets.
➢ Solely responsible for analyzing individual estate plans and other legal documents before making
suitable recommendations to estate planning attorneys and CPAs.
➢ Responsible for the development and organization of the Dui dingston Sylvester Group Board of
Directors, including finding and selecting directors for upcoming boards.
Coodin Law Office, LLC – Oakdale, MN
Law Clerk, June 2007 to September 2007
➢ Educated and coached staff attorneys on the issue of researching, preparing and submitting motions to
the probate court.
➢ Self motivated and independently accountable for the research and discovery of precedent cases in
criminal appeals as 90% of job duties were performed out of office.
➢ Presented findings and memoranda's of law on precedent cases to senior level attorneys during weekly
conference.
UBS — Minneapolis, MN
Financial Analyst Intern, June 2006 to September 2006
➢ Conducted research and wrote summaries comparing and contrasting the underlying indicators of
mutual funds and individual corporations; including price to book, price to sales and price to earnings
ratios.
➢ Examined market trends and discussed with financial advisors the best investment strategy for
individual clients taking into account legacy planning, estate planning, tax planning and retirement
planning.
➢ Organized strategic models relative to client asset accumulation and preservation.
Erickson & Associates, PA — Minneapolis, MN
Law Clerk, July 2005 to September 2006
➢ Drafted a broad array of corporate legal documents, including partnership agreements, articles of
Incorporation and by -laws for nonprofit and for -profit corporate entities.
➢ Worked with the lead attorney, paralegal and secretary to compose thorough estate plans, including
trusts, wills, health care directives and powers of attorney.
➢ Conducted substantial research on the tax consequences associated with the formation of various
business organizations (LLC's, C Corp's, S Corp's, LP's, LLP's).
➢ Composed, researched and submitted motions to the probate court, exceeding all levels of expectations
by senior level attorneys.
HOBBIES
❖ Member of Minnesota Council on Nonprofits.
❖ Member of Minnesota Planned Giving Council.
❖ Proficient in spoken and written Japanese.
Volunteer:
c Unity Hospital — Fridley, MN
❖ Enjoy competing in triathlons and avid sports car enthusiast.
Jean Panchyshyn
Subject: FW: LMCD Position
I am interested in the LMCD Representative position.
I am a 6 year resident of Shorewood living on Shady Island.
Currently retired after a career in software development with Cadence Design Systems, UNISYS
and UNIVAC. Worked at sever levels from programmer to manager.
I am active with The Gillespie Center and several historical, fraternal and genealogical
groups.
David E Cross
decross(@acm.org
952- 474 -4898
612 - 229 -4563 cell
5305 Shady Island RD
Mound MN 55364 (actually Shorewood, but use Mound due post office
restrictions)
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