Chairman of Somerset County Council honours West Somerset locals' commitment to the community
| Published: 19th November 2008 11:05 |
Local people from West Somerset have been recognised by the Chairman of Somerset County Council for their work in the community.
Local Youth Service officers across the County were asked to nominate young people who had made a significant contribution to their community or other young people, or who have successfully represented the young people of Somerset.
Each Young person received a framed certificate and an engraved glass trophy.
Among those recognised was Terri-Marie Joyner, of Minehead, for her commitment to developing the Norton Fitzwarren Youth Club over the past two years.
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The Chairman's Awards for Service to the Community recognise individuals, partners and groups who have made a significant contribution to their local community.
Four nominees from West Somerset received framed certificates in recognition of their efforts:
- Sue Hayes, Winsford.
- John Lees, Bicknoller.
- Enid Mantin, Cutcombe.
- Kevin Escott, Minehead.
The overall district prize went to Kevin Escott, of Minehead, for his support of the Minehead Lifeboat Station. Kevin has served as a crew member, shore helper and fundraiser over the last 60 years.
He was presented with an engraved crystal clock at a ceremony in Glastonbury Town Hall by Councillor Alan Gloak, Chairman of Somerset County Council.
Councillor Gloak said: "This is an ideal opportunity to thank those people who give up their time and energy for the benefit of their communities. It is right that we should highlight and celebrate their work so that it does not go unnoticed."
Councillor Justin Robinson, Somerset County Council's Portfolio Holder for Health and Well-Being, said: "Somerset is a wonderful place to live and work, and is built on the strong communities that exist everywhere across the County. It is encouraging to see so many local people making a positive difference to community life in Somerset."
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