Contributed photo/Mark Butcher and Hart Mayor Amanda Klotz stand along the State Street Bridge on Hart Lake where Butcher volunteered his several hours of his time to clear out brush and beautify the area.
HART — Hart resident Mark Butcher was honored by the City of Hart recently for his hard work beautifying the Hart Lake shoreline.
“The City of Hart and Mayor Amanda Klotz would like to extend a sincere thank you to lifelong Hart resident Mark Butcher for his dedication to making our community an even better place to live,” states a press release from the city.
“Recently, Mark contacted the City of Hart and the Department of Public Works with an idea to clean up the area around the Hart Lake State Street Bridge. After receiving permission, he got to work and spent approximately 30 hours clearing brush and debris from the shoreline area.
“Because of Mark’s efforts, residents and visitors can once again enjoy a beautiful view of Hart Lake as they enter the city. His hard work has helped showcase one of Hart’s most scenic features and has made a noticeable difference in the appearance of this important gateway into town.
“For Mark, the project was about community pride. As someone who has called Hart home his entire life, he wanted to help highlight the beauty of our city and create something everyone can appreciate.”
“People like Mark are what make Hart such a special place,” said Mayor Klotz. “His willingness to step up, volunteer his time, and take pride in our community is truly appreciated. We are grateful for everything he has done.”
“The City of Hart, Mayor Klotz, and the Department of Public Works thank Mark for his hard work, initiative, and commitment to our community,” states the press release. “His efforts serve as a great reminder that even small acts of service can make a lasting impact.
“Thank you, Mark, for helping keep Hart beautiful and for setting a wonderful example of community pride.”
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