FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2015
Contacts: Jennifer Green, 802.865.7532
Kesha Ram, 802.865.7172
Mayor Miro Weinberger and Community Participate in “Celebrate Burlington” Event
Herb Bloomenthal, Peter Clavelle, Community Arts, and Ken Schatz Awards Presented
Burlington, VT – Mayor Miro Weinberger, along with other City officials and community partners, today recognized award winners in the Burlington community at the “Celebrate Burlington” event held at Burlington City Arts. The City of Burlington continues its annual tradition of recognizing community members who help us build stronger, safer communities, advance our sustainability goals, and promote the arts in our civic life.
“Tonight we acknowledge and honor the neighbors, community partners, and City stakeholders who make Burlington a great place to live, work, and play,” said Mayor Weinberger. “More than anything else, I think what makes Burlington great is that we are a City of doers. It is that spirit of doing that we celebrate tonight as we Celebrate Burlington. Congratulations to all of tonight’s winners and nominees – may your engagement and creation continue to inspire generations of Burlingtonians in the vital work of protecting and ever-improving this wonderful community.”
The “Celebrate Burlington” event featured an evening of food, fun, and awards, as well as recognition of the important work to keep our communities safe, vibrant, and green. The Herb Bloomenthal Award for Community Activism, Peter Clavelle Sustainability Award, Community Arts Award, and Ken Schatz Award for Community Justice were presented this evening.
This year’s recipients are:
- Herb Bloomenthal Award: Sandra L. Baird, Burlington Attorney, Burlington College Faculty, Burlington Telecom Advisory Board Member, Former State Representative
- Peter Clavelle Award: Don Wright, Founder and Director, Very Merry Theatre
- Community Arts Award: Bonnie Acker, Burlington Artist, Proclaimed Burlington Community Treasure
- Ken Schatz Award: Richard Kemp, Community Justice Center Founder, Citizen Advisory Committee Chair
The event also included remarks from Mayor Weinberger, City Council President Jane Knodell, award presenters, and award winners.
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