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Amador County adopts resolution honoring Susan Bragstaff’s decades of civic service
Summary
The Amador County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday adopted a resolution recognizing Susan Bragstaff for long-term service to local government, conservation and community organizations; several residents and nonprofit leaders spoke in support.
The Amador County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday adopted a resolution honoring Susan Bragstaff for decades of volunteer service, leadership in local government and work with conservation and agricultural organizations.
The resolution — read into the record by the board chair — notes Bragstaff’s work as an architect, her role preserving historic San Francisco homes earlier in her career, and her decades of service in Amador County, including founding roles in the Kennedy Mine Foundation, Motherlode Land Trust and the Farms of Amador. The board voted to adopt the resolution by voice vote; the clerk recorded the outcome as approved.
Why it matters: The resolution recognizes a private citizen’s long-term civic contributions and records community support that board members and local nonprofit leaders said has had civic and cultural impact in the county.
Residents and nonprofit leaders gave public remarks before the board voted. Catherine Evitt of Volcano described Bragstaff as “a model citizen” and said, “She is incredibly generous in contributing her time and talents to local government in our community.” Andrea Macon, executive director of Farms of Amador, said Bragstaff “has never missed a market in 35 years,” describing long-term, hands-on service. Tom Infasino, speaking as a resident and attorney, applauded Bragstaff’s sustained local leadership and called the recognition “a heartfelt outpouring of sincere appreciation.” Ellie Routt, executive director of the Motherlode Land Trust, said Bragstaff placed a conservation easement on her property, a step Routt said will preserve the land “forever.”
Board action and next steps: After public comment the board moved to adopt the resolution and took a photo with Bragstaff and supporters. The resolution itself records the board’s formal appreciation; it does not create new county responsibilities or funding.
Bragstaff declined extended remarks but told the board she hopes the county will “preserve our historic towns, promote agriculture, and keep it a wonderful, beautiful county.” The board then approved the resolution and posed for photographs.
The record of remarks and the adopted resolution will be included in the minutes for this meeting.
