Volunteers honored at Baldwin Chamber of Commerce meeting this month

Members of the Baldwin Chamber of Commerce gathered for its final monthly meeting of the year on Dec. 11 at Sonny’s Canal House in Baldwin.

Victor Sookdeo, chamber president, highlighted the year’s accomplishments and discussed the most recent event, the annual tree lighting at the Baldwin Historical Society. He said the event drew a large crowd of community members. 

Several individuals and groups were recognized, including the Baldwin Lions Club, which received a certificate as Volunteer of the Month. Baldwin High School students Christian Gilbert, David Kretuz, and Rafaela Caiza Chimborazo were also honored for their participation in the poster contest for the tree lighting event. Christian earned first place, David placed second, and Rafaela finished third.

David also received a certificate on behalf of the Baldwin High School Key Club for the club’s assistance with the event.