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City honors neighbors, volunteers and young leaders at council meeting
Summary
Gibraltar presented Neighbors of the Year to Caleb Blauber and Jason DuPier, named Dairy Queen Local Business of the Year, and awarded Young Leader prizes to Mia Tahud (elementary/middle) and Callie Baker (high school).
City Administrator Witherspoon introduced the 2026 community awards and recognized neighbors, organizations and young leaders.
Neighbors of the Year were named as Caleb Blauber and Jason DuPier for stepping in to help a neighbor during storm conditions; the awards narrative praised their volunteerism. The Local Organization of the Year was identified as "Chief Charters," and the Local Business of the Year was Dairy Queen, recognized for community involvement and donations to local causes. The Young Leader awards went to Mia Tahud (elementary/middle school category) and Callie Baker (high school category); both recipients received brief remarks and a photo opportunity.
Witherspoon and the chair thanked staff and community members for nominations and attendance. The presentations were ceremonial and no council action beyond congratulations was recorded.
