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HomeMy WebLinkAbout3.a. Presentation by Miss Teen Rosemount4 ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL City Council Regular Meeting: May 20, 2008 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Jenna O'Rourke represents the community as the designated 2008 Miss Teen Rosemount. As part of her activities with the Miss Teen International competition, she attempts to publicize a message of public service. Ms. O'Rourke has chosen a theme of "Spreading love, hope, faith and strength to those with cancer." The Miss Teen International Pageant recognizes young women for their accomplishments in professional and community stewardship, emphasizing the virtues of elegance, confidence, and intelligence. Sixty percent of the competition is based on the content of the interview with the candidate and the strength of her platform, demonstrating organizational skills and community commitment. Ms. O'Rourke says she is honored to represent Rosemount and intends to do her best to use this title to promote the community and the people who live here, and to assist our community with its civic and non -profit oriented projects throughout her reign. Her choice of a theme was inspired by the battle of a classmate who was diagnosed with cancer. During the competition in St. Cloud, Ms. O'Rourke received the Community Spirit Award given to candidates who have attracted the most sponsors. Ms. O'Rourke also receives a banner for her role. AGENDA ITEM: Presentation by Miss Teen Rosemount AGENDA SECTION: Department Head Reports PREPARED BY: William H. Droste, Mayor AGENDA NO. •a• ATTACHMENTS: APPROVED BY: 0 RECOMMENDED ACTION: None 4 ROSEMOUNT CITY COUNCIL City Council Regular Meeting: May 20, 2008 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Jenna O'Rourke represents the community as the designated 2008 Miss Teen Rosemount. As part of her activities with the Miss Teen International competition, she attempts to publicize a message of public service. Ms. O'Rourke has chosen a theme of "Spreading love, hope, faith and strength to those with cancer." The Miss Teen International Pageant recognizes young women for their accomplishments in professional and community stewardship, emphasizing the virtues of elegance, confidence, and intelligence. Sixty percent of the competition is based on the content of the interview with the candidate and the strength of her platform, demonstrating organizational skills and community commitment. Ms. O'Rourke says she is honored to represent Rosemount and intends to do her best to use this title to promote the community and the people who live here, and to assist our community with its civic and non -profit oriented projects throughout her reign. Her choice of a theme was inspired by the battle of a classmate who was diagnosed with cancer. During the competition in St. Cloud, Ms. O'Rourke received the Community Spirit Award given to candidates who have attracted the most sponsors. Ms. O'Rourke also receives a banner for her role.