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Oswego honors longtime volunteers Brad and Judy Smith; artist Louisa Seddon and Church of the Good Shepherd also recognized
Summary
At its Nov. 18 meeting the Village of Oswego presented a proclamation honoring Brad and Judy Smith for decades of service, recognized artist Louisa Seddons first public exhibition at Village Hall and named the Church of the Good Shepherd the Economic Development Commission's Business of the Month.
President Ryan Kauffman presented proclamations recognizing longtime community volunteers Brad and Judy Smith, citing Brad's lifetime ties to Oswego (resident since 1951), military service in the U.S. Marine Corps, 45 years with the Oswego Volunteer Fire Department (including 19 years as fire chief) and his service as a village trustee for 12 years. The proclamation also notes Brad has expressed intent to donate a remaining property at 76 Van Buren Street to the village.
The proclamation recognized Judy Smith for 24 years of service to village operations including water billing, building and zoning and as acting village clerk, and noted she was the first paid secretary for the Oswego Area Chamber of Commerce. The board read the proclamation and honored the Smiths; a family representative accepted the recognition.
The Cultural Arts Commission's artist-in-residence, Louisa Seddon, was introduced and her work was noted as on display in Village Hall. Seddon told the board this is her first exhibition and described her background in physical therapy and biomechanics and her ongoing PhD work: "I really have to appreciate this opportunity. As you mentioned very well, this is my first exhibition," Seddon said, adding that she continues to work as a physical therapist and researcher while pursuing art.
The board also presented a Business of the Month recognition to the Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist, represented by Ed Bradley and Melanie Bonham. Bradley thanked the board and described the church's long presence downtown (dedicated in 1896) and its role hosting community events, food pantry services and annual seasonal programs.
The recognitions preceded the regular business agenda; trustees also offered congratulations and community encouragement during trustee reports. The meeting then proceeded to staff presentations and formal votes on financial business.
