
SNELLVILLE, GA – On Wednesday, October 22, Cyndee Bonacci, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Snellville, was named the 2008 Distinguished Professional of the Year for the Georgia Recreation and Park Association’s 7th District. The 7th District includes agencies from Atlanta throughout northeast Georgia. The annual awards banquet was hosted by Gwinnett County at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center in Buford.
Mrs. Bonacci has been employed as Snellville’s director since July 2003. During her tenure, the Snellville Parks and Recreation Department has been honored twice as GRPA Agency of the Year and 7th District Agency of the Year in both 2004 and 2007.
“The City of Snellville is extremely proud of Cyndee for winning this prestigious award,” said Snellville City Manager Russell Treadway. “She exemplifies the professionalism and dedication we look for in of all our employees. Snellville is fortunate to have leaders like Cyndee.”
Kathi Clotfelter, Program Supervisor and Event Coordinator with Snellville Parks and Recreation Department said, “Cyndee is truly committed to providing exceptional service and programs for our community. We are all so proud of her for receiving such an honor.”
If you would like information about the Snellville Parks and Recreation Department, please visit www.snellville.org or contact the T.W. Briscoe Park office at 770-985-3535.