Niles Township Board Recognizes Volunteers

The Niles Township Board recently presented awards to three local volunteers that have been helping their Food Pantry by collecting leftover produce from the Sunday morning Skokie Farmer’s Market and transporting it back to the Township Pantry.

Rose Hankes and Roblyn Antenor carried picnic coolers and pulled wheel carts to make the trip. These high school students have donated portions of their weekend hours for years, to give back to their community.

As farmers began generously donating more produce and the workload grew, Morton Grove resident Dave Hoffman was recruited by Trustee Mark Collins to drive his truck and eliminate the walking trips.

“My vehicle wasn’t enough, I was looking for volunteers and Dave stepped up,” said Niles Township Trustee Mark Collins. “There was even a time when Dave couldn’t be there, and he dropped the truck keys in my hand. This is the type of trust and commitment we have in Niles Township…it’s how we get things done.”

Niles Township Supervisor Marilyn D. Glazer added, “I am reenergized with hope when I see these volunteers give so selflessly to help fellow community members in need.”

Photo:
Back Row: Assessor Scott Bagnall, Trustees Donald Gelfund, Mark Collins, Tony Lundin. Front Row: Clerk Charles Levy, Supervisor Marilyn D. Glazer, Rose Hankes, Roblyn Antenor, Dave Hoffman.