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This Senate resolution recognizes and honors Bret Heitkamp for his extensive public service as the city administrator of Champlin, Minnesota, leading up to his retirement in May 2025. The resolution highlights Heitkamp's professional background, including his education from Mankato State University and Hamline University, and his long career in municipal government, starting as parks and recreation director in 1986 and becoming city administrator in 1999. During his tenure, he played a significant role in the city's development, overseeing substantial growth along Highway 169, including numerous commercial and residential developments that increased Champlin's population by over 10,000 people. The resolution specifically acknowledges Heitkamp's achievements, such as developing the Mississippi Crossings Event Center, leveraging over $30 million in public investments for community improvements, and serving on multiple municipal boards. The Senate formally thanks Heitkamp for his career in public service and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare an authenticated copy of the resolution to be transmitted to him, recognizing his contributions to the community.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SR0028&ssn=0&y=2025