05.b Resolution No. 12-17-24-01 Maefsky Recognition
CITY OF SCANDIA
RESOLUTION NO. 12-17-24-01
RECOGNITION OF MAYOR CHRISTINE MAEFSKY
FOR SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF SCANDIA
WHEREAS, Mayor Christine Maefsky was first elected to the Office of Mayor for the City of Scandia on
November 8, 2016 and began her term on January 4, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky was re-elected to the Office of Mayor for the City of Scandia in 2018, 2020, and
2022, serving from January 4, 2017 to January 6, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky was appointed to the Scandia Planning Commission in 2007, serving as Chair of
the Planning Commission from 2011 until taking the Office of Mayor; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky was instrumental in the successful achievement of many projects, including
improvement of roads, public facilities, expansion of high-speed internet, and the future Water Tower Barn
Heritage Center; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky supported the development of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and adoption of new
ordinances for the benefit of Scandia, including the Unified Development Code; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky founded and served as the City representative on the Tourism Committee during
her terms and was instrumental in the promotion of Scandia for its historic, cultural, and natural landscapes; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky signed the Sister City Charter with Mellerud, Sweden on April 20, 2022, an event
celebrated annually for the strong friendships now established between the two communities which share
historical and cultural camaraderie; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky created the Scandia Good Neighbor Award to honor and recognize individuals and
groups who make our community a better place to live; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Maefsky has represented the citizens of Scandia for eight years with fairness and competence
by thoughtful deliberation of essential issues facing the City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA,
WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that the City recognizes the numerous contributions Mayor
Maefsky has made in the name of public service; and
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council extends its gratitude and appreciation to Mayor Christine
Maefsky, on behalf of all the citizens of Scandia.
Adopted by the Scandia City Council this 17th day of December, 2024.
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ATTEST: Jerry Cusick, Acting Mayor
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Kyle Morell, City Administrator