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Dave Wright honored with Fay Clark Award by Hiawatha mayor
Summary
Dave Wright of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru received the Fay Clark Award at a Hiawatha meeting, marking the dealership’s roughly 10-year presence and multiple expansions; Wright thanked city staff and emphasized community partnership.
Dave Wright of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru received the Fay Clark Award during a Hiawatha city meeting, with the mayor praising Wright’s local contributions from support for the dog park to expansions of the dealership.
The mayor presented the award and said Wright “exemplifies and embodies the dream and vision of Fay Clark,” noting the business’s contributions to the city and constituents. Wright responded, “Thanks, Mayor. … It’s quite an honor. I’m surprised, shocked, but thank you so much for that.”
Wright told the meeting the dealership will mark 10 years in its current building this December and said the business has grown roughly threefold since moving into the facility. He described the relationship with city staff as collaborative, saying, “the city’s always been there to work us through it,” and emphasized the importance of sharing time, talent and treasure to support the community.
Wright also said his operation tries to foster employee growth and give back quietly to local organizations. The presentation concluded with brief music before the meeting moved on to the next agenda item.
No formal votes or motions were recorded during this presentation; it was a recognition item on the agenda.
