The Journal
Dan Fernandez, Dolores County resident and retired CSU Extension Agent, has been awarded the Ed Morlan Economic Development Leader of the Year by the Region 9 Economic Development District board of directors.
Fernandez was recognized at Region 9’s board meeting Jan. 30. He was honored for his volunteer involvement to improve his local, regional,and state communities. Fernandez has served on the board of directors of Region 9 for 29 years, eight years as chairman. He also serves on the Montezuma Water Company, Montezuma Land Conservancy and the Dolores County Development Corporation.
Interim Town of Dolores Manager and previous awardee, Ken Charles, presented the honor. Previous winners include: Joe Keck, Emily Meisner, John Wolgamott, Leonard Burch and Ken Charles.
For more information, contact Region 9 at 247-9621.
