WOKINGHAM Borough Mayor Cllr Caroline Smith recognised the efforts of those who have contributed to the community over the past year at a special thank you event.
More than 100 people from over 40 voluntary groups and winners of the Mayor’s Honour Awards were invited to The Oakwood Centre, Woodley, on the evening of March 14.
The event kicked off with a speech from the Mayor thanking the community for their support over the past year, followed by a presentation of Honour Awards certificates.
Sam Sudlow, chairman of Wokingham Foodbank, the Mayor’s charity of the year, shared a few words to close proceedings.
Cllr Smith said: “I am delighted to host my thank you event of the year to express my sincere gratitude to our local voluntary and community organisations who work tirelessly to help improve the wellbeing of borough residents.
“It has been a fantastic evening to meet everyone and learn more about the empowering work they do.”
The Mayor’s Honour Awards were launched last autumn and recognised individuals and community groups who live, work, study or provide services in Wokingham Borough.
Nominations were received by the first of each month where the Mayor and Deputy Mayor, Cllr Beth Rowland, chose and announced the winners at full council meetings.
“Congratulations to all our winners. I have enjoyed meeting you all and hearing about the impressive work you do in our borough,” Cllr Smith added.
“You are the reason why Wokingham Borough continues to be a great place to live, learn, work and grow. Keep up the fantastic work.”
During the winners’ presentation, each winning individual was presented with a lapel badge and certificate, while winning groups received a shield and certificate.
The young people winners were Dexter Rosier and Evelyne Rose, while Angela King, Victoria Rowland and Beverley Kemp picked up the adult prizes.
The group winners were The Link Visiting Scheme, Cianna’s Smile and Thames Valley Kings.
