Founding member of Woodbridge Village Farmers’ Market recognized for community leadership
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2019 Ward 2 Civic Hero Award
presented to Martha Bell
Mayor Maurizio
Bevilacqua and Members of Council presented Martha Bell with the Ward 2 Civic
Hero Award at today's Committee of the Whole Public Hearing. Initially
scheduled to occur earlier this year, the presentation was postponed due to the
global COVID-19 pandemic.
Martha is among the
founding members of the Woodbridge Village Farmers' Market. This non-profit,
volunteer-led initiative runs from spring to fall each year at the Woodbridge
Memorial Arena and Pool. With a mission to provide quality, locally produced
goods, the market plays an integral role in preserving the rich heritage of the
community.
Martha is also a
passionate environmentalist whose fingerprints are on several of Vaughan's
green city initiatives, including the Riverwalk project in the Woodbridge core.
She has supported the development of a city-wide trail system, consisting of
more than 230 kilometres of signed cycling and pedestrian routes, including 60
kilometres of multi-use recreational pathways.
She volunteers her time
to support many worthy causes, including the Catholic Women's League of St.
Margaret Mary Parish, where she has been an active member for many years. This
not-for-profit organization is a source of much-needed financial support to
many community initiatives in the Woodbridge area.
QUOTES
“Martha Bell is a
dedicated volunteer and passionate advocate for the environment. She has played
a meaningful role in Vaughan's green city movement and continues to support our
vision of creating a sustainable community today and for generations to come.
Martha is a kind and considerate individual who embodies the spirit of
generosity in everything she does. Her ongoing volunteerism is a testament to
her commitment to building thriving communities. I want to express my warmest
and sincerest appreciation and gratitude to Martha for her leadership and
congratulate her on this much-deserved award."
“On behalf of the residents of Ward 2, it is my honour
to recognize Martha Bell as the 2019 Ward 2 Civic Hero. I was pleased to present Martha with this award at Doctor Maclean's Park
in November, which is the location of one of the pollinator gardens she helped
build. She is a committed environmentalist who has been a driving force
behind many sustainable and eco-friendly projects in our community. Martha
truly demonstrates the selfless qualities that make our community a better
place to live, work and play. Through her leadership, passion and dedication,
Martha is making a positive difference and contributing to Vaughan’s bright
future.”
-
Councillor Tony Carella, Ward 2
QUICK FACTS
- Mayor and Members of Council presented Martha Bell with the 2019 Ward 2 Civic Hero Award during a special ceremonial presentation in Committee of the Whole Public Hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020.
- Vaughan’s Civic Hero Awards are presented annually to one resident from each of the City’s five wards.
- Recipients are nominated by their local Ward Councillor and acknowledged by Vaughan Council.
- The awards began in 2005 and recognize outstanding achievement and individual contributions to the community.
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