Mr. Leroy York, longtime member of the Morrow community, was honored at the regular Council Meeting on January 22, 2008. Mr. York selflessly served his country in the Korean War almost 60 years ago and considers this service among his life’s greatest achievements. During his tour of duty Mr. York earned many medals, including the Bronze Star, which is awarded for bravery, acts of merit, or meritorious service. On December 20, 2007, 57 years after they were earned, General Steve Whitcomb of the United States Army presented Mr. Leroy York with his collection of medals. The City of Morrow is honored to join the US Army in recognizing Mr. York’s valor and service, and we are proud to call him neighbor and business partner.

Congratulations to The City of Morrow and Finance Department Dan Defnall & Juanita Davis for earning the 11th consecutive Certificate of Achievement for Financial Reporting. This award is presented by the Government of Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada to government units and public employee retirement systems whose comprehensive annual financial reports achieve the highest standards in government accounting and financial reporting. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.