Resident recognized posthumously for work with ratepayers association
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Ward 4 Civic Hero Award presented to the late Alan Slobodsky
Alan Slobodsky was a well-known
urban planner who was instrumental in bridging the gap between developers and local
communities. In recognition of his efforts to bring people together in a
positive and constructive way, the Ward 4 Civic Hero Award was presented posthumously
to Slobodsky by Vaughan Council yesterday. His widow, Rochelle Slobodsky,
accepted on his behalf.
As a member of the board
of directors of the Preserve Thornhill Woods Ratepayers Association, Slobodsky used
his professional expertise to help the group find common ground and resolve
issues around developments in the community. In addition to his professional
work, he also volunteered for the Kensington Place Retirement Centre and was on
the development committee for the Jewish Youth Network. Both organizations
remember him as an important adviser, team player, great networker and someone
who was able to get things done. Slobodsky passed away from cancer in July
2016.
QUOTES
“Alan Slobodsky is
remembered for the lasting impact he had to his neighbourhood. He was a
respected urban planner who knew the value of collaboration and co-operation. He
understood that to find consensus one must work together and bring about a
resolution which enhances the public good. His commitment to family and
community, and his determination to make a positive contribution to this world,
has without a doubt strengthened the social and cultural fibre in the City of
Vaughan.”
-Mayor Maurizio
Bevilacqua
“Our community is made up of dedicated and
caring people who are trying to make it a better place to live for everyone. Alan
Slobodsky was someone who could bring people together, find consensus and develop
a solution. He exemplified leadership and volunteerism. He is missed and will
be remembered by the volunteer groups he devoted his time to, the Preserve
Thornhill Woods community and his family, friends and business associates. I am
grateful for the positive impact he has left on our city.”
-Ward 4 Councillor Sandra
Yeung Racco
QUICK FACTS
- The Civic Hero Award is presented annually to residents from each of Vaughan’s five wards.
- The awards recognize outstanding achievement and individual contributions to the community.
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