Coral Springs Honors Exceptional Volunteers with 2023 Lynne Johnson Awards

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Coral Springs Honors Exceptional Volunteers with 2023 Lynne Johnson Awards

2023 Lynne Johnson winners. Jessica Argumedo, Julia Fox, Sandy Lobel, Scott Smith, Bill Vasquez, and Jennifer Brown.

By Sharon Aron Baron

Six exceptional volunteers were honored with the Lynne Johnson Awards at the Coral Springs City Commission Meeting on Wednesday for their outstanding service to the community.

The award was named after Lynne Johnson, a devoted, long-time city volunteer who passed away in 2009. The volunteers recognized this year are:

Youth Making a Difference Category Winner: Julia Fox

Julia has been instrumental in organizing service efforts for the National Honor Society by cleaning parks, bus stops, and canals and keeping her group active with Keep Coral Springs Beautiful. Julia has also organized her team to pick up dangerous debris left in parks overnight so young children are not exposed to it. Her service is done from the heart, and she inspires those she meets.

Seniors Making a Difference Category Winner: William “Bill” Vasquez

Bill has been involved with the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs for many years. He also regularly conducts lectures and presentations at the Coral Spring Senior Center. He currently serves as a 60th Anniversary Ambassador for the city, and through that, he volunteers for city events. His work with the Veterans Coalition has impacted many lives as he continues to share his pride and commitment to his fellow veterans.

Enhancing the Lives of Coral Springs Residents: Sandy Lobel

Sandy is a long-time member of the Community Involved Government Committee and also serves as a 60th Anniversary Ambassador for the city. She is also involved in cleaning up city waterways. Sandy welcomes new residents (young and old) and encourages them to become involved in the city. She volunteers for city events, spreading joy to those around her.

Working with Youth in Sports Category Winner: Jennifer Brown

Jennifer has been involved in youth sports for many years in Coral Springs and has spent countless hours working behind the scenes as a member of the Youth Softball Board. She has helped to re-invigorate the recreational program, organizing enhanced ceremonies and programs. After the pandemic, when registrations had dwindled, Jennifer was instrumental in re-opening concessions and planning for registration and photo days for young female athletes. She gives her all even through challenging times and gives so much to the youth in our community.

Committed to Enhancing City Services Category Winner: Scott Smith

Scott is a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) member, and his enthusiasm and willingness to help are contagious. Scott supports professional first responders at extended events like fire scenes and mass casualty incidents. He has recruited other students to take the CERT Basic Training Academy and helped organize a fundraiser for CERT at his high school. He serves as a great example to other students.

Enhancing and Preserving the Natural Environment in Coral Springs Category Winner: Jessica Argumedo

Jessica has been involved in getting the Coral Springs Youth Soccer League involved with the Keep Coral Springs Beautiful program to keep the area around Mullins Park clean. She firmly believes that youth can recognize the value of serving others and begin a lifetime of helping others. Her caring nature and love for others are great assets in making new families in the soccer world feel welcome and excited about community involvement.

The City of Coral Springs encourages volunteerism for people of all ages and values their contributions to make Coral Springs the premier city to live, work and raise a family.

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Sharon Aron Baron

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