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Jon
Barber receives Volunteer of Distinction Award 
John Barber receives the Volunteer of Distinction Award from the Park District Board.
Jon
Barber’s family set the example for his exemplary public service, and
his mother encouraged his love of the outdoors by “locking us kids out
of the house all day, so we played in the woods and creeks,” recalled
Barber fondly.
Portage
Park District Board, staff, volunteers and friends gathered recently at
the Portage County Gardeners’ Center for the District’s First Annual
Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Jon Barber, who has
volunteered as
a commissioned Park Ranger for the last 6 years, was honored with the
first-ever “Volunteer of Distinction Award." Christine
Craycroft,
Director of the Park District, expressed appreciation for his years of
service patrolling the parks, coordinating with other law enforcement
agencies, addressing security concerns and assisting with special
events. “I don’t think there’s ever been a time, day or
night,
any day of the week, that Jon has said he couldn’t help out when
asked,” said Craycroft. “And for that, we owe his wife Jan a
big
thank you too!”
Barber,
who is now Portage County Director of Homeland Security and Emergency
Management, was also presented with a Proclamation from the Portage
County Commissioners who lauded Jon’s generous contributions.
Sheriff Dave Doak also commended Barber for his selfless service to the
community as a Special Deputy with the Sheriff’s Department.
Craycroft
followed the award presentation with an overview of Park District
activities and plans, expressing appreciation for the many
contributions of other volunteers (including the Park Board members)
who have helped with nature programs, maintenance and office work over
the year. The District depends on the support of volunteers and donors;
for more information about how you can help, call (330) 297-7728.
email -
phone 330.297.7728 - 128 N. Prospect St. Ravenna, Ohio 44266
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