Businesses, individuals receive recognition

In observation of National Disability Employment Awareness month in October, the Mayor¿s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities recognized businesses for the opportunities they provide and individuals for their achievements. Awards were presented by Aberdeen Mayor Mike Levsen during a luncheon in October. From left are award winners: Terry Salfrank, Amy Jones and Cory Bollinger, Aberdeen American News ¿ Outstanding Employer of the Year; Kori Wieting, Northern State University graduate ¿ Educational Enhancement Award; Patrick Coughlin, Hearing Care Professionals ¿ Distinguished Service Award; Matthew Ellefson, Aramark Food Service ¿ Outstanding Employee of the Year; Cindy Kirschman, Transition Services Liaison Project ¿ Outstanding Award in Transition Services; and Levsen. Not pictured: Kim Crossan, Distinguished Service Award; and Papa Murphy¿s ¿ Outstanding Employer of the Year.