S.L. "Spud" Clements Award
It is difficult to seperate Spud Clements "the man" from Spud Clements "the politician," but where Center Place was concerned Spud's untiring support far surpassed his political obligations. He was truly a servant of his community, but to those who know him, it was obvious that Center Place held a special place in his heart.
Perhaps Spud had a vision of what a vital role Center Place would play in our burgeoning community. Whenever Center Place needed help and support he was directly and personally available. Spud spearheaded efforts to secure state grants for Center Place that kept us financially stable through our lean years and helped to furnish our new facility. He kept his significant contributions in the background while he fondly watched the Center grow and flourish. The smile on his face when the building was opened was not for his own involvement, but rather reflected the opportunities that he knew Center Place would have to serve our growing community.
The S.L. "Spud" Clements Award is given to an individual or organization that has made significant contributions to Center Place either monetarily or through giving of time and efforts unselfishly.
Past recipients are: The Brandon League of Fine Arts, Gene Bishop, Sue Allen, Sandy and Ardie Mac Kinnon, Ralph Stoddard, Vince Ferraro, Brandon Commercial Centers, Carol Todd Johnson, Patricia B. Odiorne, George Anello, Community Roundtable, Diana Hagemann, Larry Cox, Debi Kyle, Nancy Kelley, Lisa Rodriguez, John & Kay Sullivan and Flora Temoin.
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2011 Award given to Dot Mahieu
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