The Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Awards highlight nonelected public servants’ profound contributions to Arizona. Nonelected public servants are often less visible than elected officials but play a crucial role in shaping the quality of life in Arizona. These dedicated individuals work in various roles across the state, serving their communities, and finding innovative solutions to public problems.
Congratulations to the 2023 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Award recipients:
- Mark McCall, Maricopa County Correctional Health Services Education and Quality Management Manager, received the Community Builder Award for a large county, applauding his dedication to providing vital healthcare services to those incarcerated within the Maricopa County Jail System.
- Stephen J. Pauken, Bisbee City Manager, was celebrated with the Community Builder Award for a small city/town, recognizing his tireless efforts to enhance the lives of Bisbee’s residents and promote community development.
- Stephanie Zamora, City of Scottsdale Management Associate to the City Manager, received the Emerging Leader Award, acknowledging her promising career in public service and her potential to shape a brighter future for the community.
- Sherri Collins, Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing Executive Director, was honored with the Civic Leader Award for her advocacy and dedication in ensuring equitable access to opportunities for those with hearing impairments.
- Joy Rich, Retired Maricopa County Manager, received the Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her exceptional contributions throughout her illustrious career, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of countless Arizonans.
We look forward to continuing to elevate public service and honor Gabe Zimmerman’s legacy by recognizing dedicated Arizonans making our state a better place for all.
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