Volunteers recognized Tuesday for contributions to Aliso Viejo
Roughly 50 volunteers were recognized Tuesday during the city’s Annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Aliso Viejo Conference Center. The dinner was a way to pay homage to those who selflessly volunteer their time for the betterment of Aliso Viejo.
Some of the volunteers have worked at the city’s Family Resource Center and with the Boys & Girls Club. Others chipped in at last year’s Community Cup golf tournament and Founder’s Day Fair. Some spend their time serving as Planning Commissions or members of the Aliso Viejo PALS program and Neighborhood Watch. And still others continue to devote tons of hours to an array of projects such as assisting with the Chamber Street Fair, coordinating the annual spring clean up and recruiting volunteers. No matter what their individual contribution, each and every volunteer shares a common desire to make a difference in Aliso Viejo.
Mayor Donald Garcia and Councilman William Phillips attended the dinner to pay homage to the volunteers at the newly opened city facility next to the Aliso Viejo Country Club.
“You may feel that because you don’t get paid that you are worthless. But in fact, you are priceless,” Garcia said, thanking the volunteers for being the lifeblood of Aliso Viejo.
Tuesday’s dinner demonstrated the city’s appreciation of these dedicated individuals who step up to the plate and epitomize community pride and volunteerism at its finest. Along with a delectable buffet spread, the volunteers received certificates of recognition, a photo frame and special video collage of past events. They will join other valued volunteers on the city’s Web site Walk of Fame.
For information about volunteer opportunities, contact Gracie Duran, community services coordinator, at 949-425-2519 or at gduran@cityofalisoviejo.com. For information about the city’s Walk of Fame, visit its Web site at www.cityofalisoviejo.com.
Submitted by;
Kelly Tokarski AV
KT Community Relations
