City of Lincoln recognizes outstanding citizens
Carter Cordell and Andrea Gill first recipients

[November 10, 2017] 

LINCOLN

On Monday evening Lincoln Mayor Seth Goodman introduced two individuals to the city council stating that these were people who exemplified good citizenship. He explained that he had sent out a request for nominations of Lincoln citizens who were doing outstanding things with their lives. Goodman chose one youth and one adult - Carter Cordell and Andrea Gill to be this week’s recipients.

Carter was nominated by his mother who said the young man is kind, considerate and generous. Carter's sister is in a wheelchair and has special needs. His mother said she admired and appreciated how Carter shows love and concern for his sister, helps her and looks out for her.

Mayor Goodman said that Carter was a fine role model for young people in Lincoln.

Andrea Gill was nominated by someone who wished to remain anonymous. The nomination came as a result of a huge effort Gill has undertaken and led at the Lincoln Christian Church. She is organizing a free clothing day at the church this Saturday.

During the presentation Goodman invited Gill to speak about the giveaway. She said that the church began collecting donations of clothing, all sizes and all season, and the response has been overwhelming. She said there were hundreds of trash-size bags that have been donated. On Friday volunteers will sort through all the clothing and get it organized for the Saturday give-away. Gill said more volunteers are needed, and anyone who does come to help today will get to "shop" the large assortment on Friday evening.

The give-away is open to the public and at no cost. The doors will open at 8 a.m. Saturday morning and close at noon. Those interested in coming to shop should enter under the green canopy at the church.

Goodman applauded Gills drive to offer this valuable service in the community.

Both Cordell and Gill were presented with certificates of appreciation and gift cards.

There will be additional awards given out in the future.

[Nila Smith]