The County of Grande Prairie has named Patty Brehmer as the 2019 Clairmont Volunteer of the Year for her ongoing work with community organizations.

Coun. Daryl Beeston and Rebecca Claeys, program assistant for Family Community Support Services (FCSS), presented the award to Brehmer at the Wellington Resource Centre on Monday.

“I like to give back to the community,” Brehmer said in a statement. “It has been rewarding to see how much impact something as simple as giving two hours of my time can make in the community.”

A 15-year resident of the Hamlet of Clairmont, Berhmer has served three consecutive terms as president for the Clairmont Seniors Centre. She also volunteers for the Sexsmith and Area

Food Bank – Clairmont location.

The Clairmont Volunteer of the Year Award is given to residents who “demonstrate dedication and excellence in volunteerism,” the county stated. Recipients receive a $100 gift card, a Certificate of Appreciation and their name placed on the Volunteer of the Year Award plaque, which is displayed at the Wellington Resource Centre.

“The County of Grande Prairie is fortunate to have thousands of caring and dedicated volunteers within its boundaries,” Coun. Beeston said in a statement. “Our communities are stronger and more vibrant because of people like Patty Brehmer.”

The FCSS office at County’s Wellington Resource Centre has organized the award since 2016. More information on the award can be found at www.countygp.ab.ca/clairmontvolunteer. The Wellington Resource Centre can also be contacted at (780) 567-2843.