On Thursday evening, October 17, Mayor Trini Harper presented
Euston, 15, came to the aid of a resident who had been involved in
The resident’s mower had turned over on top of him, and his injuries left him unable to move. Euston, who was walking in the area, spotted the injured man and immediately came to his aid.
Euston stayed with the man, called for help and held the lawnmower up until first responders arrived. The injured man would later be transported to the hospital for treatment.
Mayor Harper declared “due to his actions and willingness to assist another when in need, the City of Hackett proudly presents Domonick Euston with the Model Citizen Award. This is a small token of the city’s appreciation for Domonick’s actions on that day.”
Model Citizen Award
“This award is to acknowledge the outstanding commitment of an individual, group of individuals or business for doing their part in making the City of Hackett a better place to live for all. The recipient of this award has shown how the city would like for all its residents, workers or visitors to behave in the time of need. Whether it be by assisting an injured person, donating time to assist persons or giving back to the community, this award is to show the city’s appreciation to the recipient/s for setting an example on how everyperson should conduct themselves when need arises .”
Congratulations to Euston on this well-deserved honor!