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Bettendorf Iowa - Bettendorf Employees Receive State Honors 29 March 2024 ( news )
Bettendorf , state Iowa ( By Press Release office)
Mar 29,2024
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MARCH 28 , 2024 - The City of Bettendorf is proud to announce that two employees within its
Public Works Departmentand
Parks & Recreation Departmenthave received awards from the
Iowa Parks and Recreation Association ( IPRA ) .
On Wednesday , March 27 , 2024 – Parks Maintenance Supervisor Jason Manfull and Recreation Coordinator Isaac Jacobs were honored at the Annual IPRA
Best of the BestBanquet in Des Moines:
Award: T . Ray Frame Park Maintenance Award
Recipient: Jason Manfull
The T . Ray Frame Park Maintenance Award is given to an outstanding maintenance person with a Parks and Recreation Department who has demonstrated a high level of skill in his/her work , goes beyond what would be considered adequate or expected in the position , and shows a devotion on and off the job .
“Congratulations to Jason on this well - deserved honor , ” said Brian Schmidt , Public Works Director . “This recognition validates his passion , commitment , and hard work to his profession .
I’m proud to have such an outstanding person leading a team of dedicated staff in maintaining our parks , playgrounds , and recreational areas into excellent shape around our community . ”
Award: Dr . Carol Hanson Young Professional Award
Recipient: Isaac Jacobs
The Dr . Carol Hanson Young Professional Award is given to a professional who has exemplified commitment and outstanding service to the leisure services profession and to the IPRA .
“Isaac is a huge asset to the Parks & Recreation Department , ” said Kim Kidwell , Culture and Recreation Director . “He is constantly looking for ways to improve programs and experiences .
Isaac is here for the kids and is a compassionate , quiet leader - never expecting recognition because he feels he is just ‘doing his job . ’I am so proud of him and this IPRA honor is well deserved . ”
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