Mr. Hector Díaz

Distinguished Leadership and Service Award

Hector L. Diaz was born in Carolina, Puerto Rico. He attended Morris High School and Mercy College, where he graduated Cum Laude with a Baccalaureate in Psychology. Mr. Diaz served three years in the United States Army and was honorably discharged.

Mr. Diaz was the former City Clerk and Clerk of the Council, his duties included the overall supervision of... [read more]

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The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation

Community Engagement Lifetime Achievement Award

The Carroll and Milton Petrie Foundation is a private, independent grantmaking foundation that began active operation in 2002. The Foundation's mission arises from the belief that education is the key to realizing an individual's potential and his or her ability to become an active, productive and engaged participant in a democratic society... [read more]