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Milwaukie names Colleen Rockwell 2025 Volunteer of the Year for pollinator pathways work
Summary
The council honored Colleen Rockwell as Milwaukie’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year for her leadership on pollinator pathways and related community projects; she credited partnerships with Rotary, historic neighborhood groups and the parks foundation.
Mayor Lisa Beatty and council members recognized Colleen Rockwell as Milwaukie’s 2025 Volunteer of the Year for her work promoting pollinator pathways and community sustainability projects.
City staff and councilors noted 11 nominees and praised Rockwell’s leadership in creating downtown pollinator pathway bump‑outs, helping the city attain Bee City USA designation in 2024 and serving on the city’s parks and recreation board. Jason Wax, the city’s community engagement coordinator, said the winner will be honored again at a volunteer dinner on June 4 and that the winner’s name will be added to a city plaque in City Hall.
Rockwell thanked the city manager’s office, Rotary and partner groups and said the work has been “an enjoyable learning experience.” She invited volunteers to upcoming events and the June 4 volunteer dinner. Council members encouraged community show of support at that event.
