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T H O M A S  S .  G REEN

               P UB L I C S E R V I C E A W A R D S






                EACH YEAR, THE RESEARCH BUREAU RECOGNIZES THE “UNSUNG HEROES” IN MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT
               who are committed to making Worcester and nearby communities better places to live and work.
               THE 2024 THOMAS S. GREEN PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS were honored at Mechanics Hall on May 30, 2024.







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                                                                                                   AWARD
                                                                                               RE C IP IE N T S







                   Susan Christensen

                     FITCHBURG HEALTH                 George Kalivas
                        DEPARTMENT
                                                  WORCESTER PUBLIC  SCHOOLS
               “Sue Christensen is out there every
               day in Fitchburg, physically embedded   “His dedication to fostering a supportive
               in our streets, serving as not only the   and inclusive learning environment
               eyes and ears of the city with our most   sets a shining example for educators
               vulnerable residents, but sometimes   everywhere.”
               as the first response and last hope for
               our residents who are most in need.”
                                                                                      Michelle Smith

                                                                                 WORCESTER EXECUTIVE OFFICE
                                                                                  OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

                                                                                “I hope you will recognize not only
                                                                                Michelle’s tremendous professional
                                                                                accomplishments, but her impact on
                                                                                the field of public service as a role model
                                                                                for other women in local government.
                                                                                Michelle inspired me to continue on my
                                                                                own path into local government and
                                                                                that is a gift.”
                                                      Victoria Killeen

                                                   NORTHBOROUGH SENIOR
                     Katelyn Duncan                        CENTER
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                 WORCESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY       “Vickie Killeen is an inspiring example        2024
                                                of what it means to care for and improve       Thomas S. Green
               "Katelyn stands out for her unwavering   our community and the lives of all of   Public Service
               dedication to providing and connecting   us who live and work here. Vickie is   Awards
               New Americans to the services they   a treasured gift to the Senior Center,
               need to not only survive but thrive in   the town of Northborough, and all who
               our community.”                  meet her.”




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