People Who Make a Difference

Newly elected board members attending the meeting and this year’s “Person Who Makes a Difference” award: (L to R) Ann Jarrell, Beverly Zapalac, Clare Kelm, Louisa Nishitani this year’s honoree, Diane Martindale, president elect, Leslie Viers, Audra Adelberger, secretary, Carol Baylis and Jill Johnson. Board members not in attendance: Vice president elect Susan Dehlendorf, treasurer Pat Curtin, Amanda Brast, Sarah Crosby, and Margie Doyle

The League of Women Voters of the San Juan’s elected their new board of directors for 2013-2014 at their Annual Meeting at Vinny’s Ristorante on May 13, 2013.  The featured speaker, Necia Quast of San Juan Island, presented a riveting account of her experiences in the US Foreign Service and whose tenure included notable hardship postings such as the Republic of Tajikistan, Nigeria and Guyana.

The League also recognized two individuals as “Persons Who Make a Difference”, Louisa Nishitani for her volunteerism, outreach and activism most recently regarding potential damage to our marine environment should the proposed Gateway Pacific Terminal at Cherry Point be permitted.

“Person Who Makes a Difference” honoree, Louisa Nishitani, flanked by president elect Diane Martindale, and board member Ann Jarrell.

Also honored was Friday Harbor High School teacher Jim McNairy for his focus on civics education and responsible citizenship.

Recipient of the this year’s “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” award, Jim McNairy of Friday Harbor High School, addressing the League.

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