Carroll City Councilman LaVern Dirkx was honored during last night’s (Thursday) Carroll Chamber of Commerce Banquet in recognition of his history of public service and support for the people of Carroll with the Public Service Award. Emcee Tim Fitzpatrick describes the qualifications to be nominated.
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Carroll City Manager Aaron Kooiker says Dirkx’s commitment to Carroll extends beyond local government. Dirkx served for 10 years on the Carroll Community School District (CCSD) Board of Education, was active in his parish’s men’s club, and more.
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Kooiker says every project Dirkx has a hand in is better thanks to his involvement.
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Dirkx says it is an honor to serve and thanks the chamber and community. He says he’s always felt called to put 100 percent of his effort into everything he does.
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Carroll Broadcasting Sports Director was the other Public Service Award recipient. Stories from the other award winners can be found below.
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