Letter: Pride in Bonita Springs

Editor, The Banner:

There are times in life when you seem to be in the right place at the right time. Such was the case for my wife and I when on Thursday evening, June 8, we attended the "Uncommon Friends" ceremony at the Sanibel Harbor Resort.

This is an event where many Southwest companies are recognized for outstanding "Ethics, Spiritual Leadership and Community Commitment." Four Bonita Springs companies were nominated. They were The Bonita Bay Group, Colonial Bank, Home Banc, and Nelson Marine, all four very deserving of that recognition.

The final top five of over 100 nominated were: The Bonita Bay Group, Colonial Bank, Home Banc, The American Red Cross and the Salvation Army. Three of the final "Top Five" were from Bonita Springs, with the number one company being Home Banc.

What an honor to be associated with a city that can produce three of the top five finalists of such a prestigious award. Truly a reflection of not only the type of companies we have in our community but more importantly, the type of people who live in our community. What a special and grateful moment that was. What a special place to live.

Mayor Jay Arend / City of Bonita Springs

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