HomeMy WebLinkAbout26-038 - ADMIN Resolution - City Council - 2026/03/23Resolution No. 26-038
Recognizing the contributions and expressing appreciation to
Carrie Mandler, Westwood Hills Nature Center secretary/program aide
Whereas, Carrie Mandler was born and raised in St. Louis Park and began her
employment with the city on January 27, 1986, and has served the Parks and Recreation
Department for 40 years. She began her career as the department secretary, serving in that role
for five years, and for the past 35 years has served as the Secretary/Program Aide at Westwood
Hills Nature Center; and
Whereas, Carrie has been a long-time and valued team member who demonstrated an
unwavering commitment to serving the community of St. Louis Park throughout her four
decades of service; and
Whereas, Carrie provided exemplary customer service to thousands of visitors, assisting
community members both over the phone and in person and assuring that every interaction
created a welcoming and positive experience for all; and
Whereas, Carrie’s passion for her work, loyalty to Westwood Hills Nature Center and
dedication to the residents and visitors of St. Louis Park helped create a warm and inviting
environment that encouraged people of all ages to connect with nature and one another; and
Whereas, Carrie is only the third staff member to hold this position at Westwood Hills
Nature Center, contributing to the stability, continuity and success of the nature center and the
department for 40 years; and
Whereas, Carrie’s knowledge, kindness and steady presence have supported
generations of staff, volunteers and community members and helped make Westwood Hills
Nature Center a special place for learning, exploration and connection to nature; and
Whereas, Carrie’s service has left a lasting impact on the Parks and Recreation
Department and the St. Louis Park community.
Now therefore be it resolved that the city council of the City of St. Louis Park,
Minnesota, by this resolution and public record, would like to thank Westwood Hills Nature
Center Secretary/Program Aide, Carrie Mandler, for her great contributions and her over 40
years of dedicated service to the City of St. Louis Park and wish her the best in her retirement.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council March 23, 2026:
Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
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