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PROCLAMATION NO. 5, SERIES OF 2016
OF VAIL'S TRAILBLAZER AWARD RECIPIENT
DR. THOMAS I. STEINBERG
of Vail recently celebrated its 50'
h
birthday of incorporation as a
23, 2016 with numerous festivities involving former and present
a luncheon at Pepi's; the unveiling of a new monument boulder at
birthday party celebration at Donovan Pavilion in which hundreds of
and children attended to enjoy music, activities and 1,000 birthday
Town Council wanted to recognize an individual that exemplifies the
making Vail a great community through selfless contributions of time and
a lasting impact; and to honor this person with a civic award to be given
the "Vail Trailblazer Award";
I. Steinberg moved to Vail in 1965 to serve as the first full-time
wife, Florence, and their two young children, Kristina and Erik. As a
no medical facilities so he set up his practice in the Mill Creek
own medical and lab equipment and a commitment to serve the
medicine" early on;
I. Steinberg practiced for 25 years and his long-term involvement
Center helped them establish Vail's first hospital and eventually helped
provide the most modern mountain healthcare in the world;
Dr. Thomas I. Steinberg was elected to his first term on the Vail Town
longest tenure as one of Vail's elected officials, a total of 19 years; he
Vail acquire land to be used for parks and open space, including the
the development of a comprehensive hiking system, with the Vail Trail
creating awareness on many environmental initiatives;
be it proclaimed to the community by the Vail Town Council, the first
Award is Dr. Thomas I. Steinberg, a man who has demonstrated
his courage, leadership, vision and commitment to enhance Vail's social,
educational and environmental values that define this community, this is
we extend our sincere appreciation for your passion and contributions to
Town of Vail and broader community.
September 2016.
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