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Goose Creek names Nov. 23 Toys for Tots Day and honors longtime volunteer
Summary
Council proclaimed Nov. 23, 2024, as Toys for Tots Day in Goose Creek and presented appreciation to 25‑year volunteer Gary Zimmer while a Marine Corps representative reported large early donations and local distributions.
Mayor Greg Habib read a proclamation recognizing 11/23/2024 as 'Every Child Deserves a Christmas Toys for Tots Day' in Goose Creek and thanked volunteers who help run the local campaign.
The mayor singled out Gary Zimmer, described in the meeting as a retired North Charleston police officer and long‑time resident, and thanked him for roughly 25 years of service to the Toys for Tots effort. A Marine Corps representative presented the city with an award and said the campaign had strong early results: "We already collected over 30,000 toys, and we already distribute about 3,300 toys to kids in the Charleston area, Goose Creek area." Council members and the mayor invited volunteers and residents to participate in the upcoming local distribution.
No formal council action was required beyond the proclamation and the presentation; the council and audience members took photos and offered public thanks.
