McGuinty Government Honours Municipal Official
April 11, 2008
NEWS
Town of Georgina Deputy Mayor/Regional Councillor Danny Wheeler is the recipient of a 25-year Long-standing Service Award.
Wheeler was one of three municipally-elected officials recognized for long-standing service at the 2008 Central Ontario Municipal Conference by Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Jim Watson.
Long-standing service awards are given to municipally-elected officials with at least 25 years of service. The program was introduced by the Ontario government in 2004. As of 2006, those with 50 years of service are also recognized.
Wheeler is serving his eighth term on municipal Council. He was Councillor for Ward 4 from 1982 – 1988 and has been representing the Town of Georgina as Regional Councillor since 1988.
QUOTES
“The Long-standing Service Award is a fitting tribute to the dedication of our locally-elected officials,” said Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Jim Watson.
QUICK FACTS
- Long-standing service awardees are currently serving on Council.
- Service does not have to be consecutive or with the same municipality.
LEARN MORE
Meet the 2006 award recipients.
Town of Georgina Deputy Mayor/Regional Councillor Danny Wheeler receives Long-standing Service Award from Municipal Affairs and Housing Minister Jim Watson.
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