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3.b Brunfelt Good Neighbor Proclamation SCANDIA GOOD NEIGHBOR AWARD PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, respecting and caring for others is a hallmark of the American character, and central to how we as a community live; and WHEREAS, respect and care for and from neighbors creates a more sustainable, resilient community and makes Scandia a great place to live and be; and WHEREAS, Scandia throughout its history has been the beneficiary of being a community of Good Neighbors; and WHEREAS, being a Good Neighbor demonstrates commitment, dedication, and caring for the community; and WHEREAS, being a Good Neighbor increases the well-being of individuals and of the community in which they live; and WHEREAS, Ross Brunfelt has demonstrated the qualities of being a Good Neighbor and has been nominated to receive this Award; and WHEREAS, four years ago Ross Brunfelt showed the courage and initiative to begin the Fat Cat Triathlon, an exciting Scandia based community event that would go on to raise considerable scholarship money for area youth. Not knowing for sure if his idea would “fly”, he formed a strong team of Lions members and together they made plans based on the work of others and their own gut level ideas. Now, four years later, Ross’s idea has become a highly successful Scandia tradition, which this year raised $14,000 in scholarships. Ross is a great guy and a great Good Neighbor as he leads the Fat Cat Triathlon effort which is already being planned for 2018. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Scandia presents the Scandia Good Neighbor Award to Ross Brunfelt, in recognition and appreciation. Presented this 17th day of October, 2017 Christine Maefsky, Mayor City of Scandia