Annual Awards
The McGregor Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize the individuals and businesses who have made a significant impact on our community.
Citizen of the Year
Started in 1977
Awarded annually, the Citizen of the Year award is given to an individual who has made a significant impact and change to our local community.
1977—Thomas E. Mooney
1978—Martha Moyer
1979—G.W. Lee
1980—Olin Tippit
1981—Raymond Collins
1982—Frances Hudson
1983—Frank Graves
1984—Felix Morris
1985—Sam Amsler, Jr.
1986—Linnie Dennis
1987—Bert Lee
1988—Bill Zacharias
1989—Frank Leos
1990—Clara Russell
1991—Monyene Stearns
1992—Diane Lauterbach
1993—Gary Hannemann
1994—Margaret Smith
1995—Mark and Aurelia Newton
1996—Bonnie Mullens
1997—Joe Raibourn
1998—Dean Elliott
1999—Barbara Klein
2000—Alice Wilson
2001—Moe Spradley
2002—Van Smith
2003—Lisa Hudson
2004—Betty Crelia
2005—Jimmy Hering
2006—David Neyhard
2007—Kerry Arseneaux
2008—Carla Vallejo
2009—Charlene Elliott
2010—Lavonne Westbrook
2011—Smead Employees
2012—Teresa Sneed
2013—Lewis Westbrook and Andrew Henderson
2014—John Sneed
2015—Charlie and Mary Jo Williams
2016 – Paul Allison
2017 – Kevin Houchin
2018 – Terry Arp
2020 – Kyle Paschall
2022- Jim & Stacy Lilley
Outstanding Farmer or Agribusiness
Started in 2001
In recognition of our rich Agricultural roots, this award is presented to a Farmer or Agribusiness for their achievements or advancements made within their field.
2001—Jerry Niemeier
2002—Eugene Wiethorn
2003—Kevin Huffman
2004—David Smith
2005—Sidney Kasting
2006—Rodney Schmalriede
2008—Edward Fehler
2010—Jimmy Westerfeld
2011—Gene Manske
2013—Bob Hering
2014—Lisa Hall
2015—Mark Wiethorn
2016 – Gene Manske (In Memorium)
Chairman's Award
Started in 2001
Awarded at the discretion of the Chairman of the Board.
2001—Jerry Niemeier
2002—Charlene Elliott
2008—Fred Massucio
2010—Karen Spradley
2012—Frank Leos
2013—McGregor EMS
2021- Kevin Evans, Andrew Smith
Volunteer Recognition
Awarded at the discretion of the Board of Directors for Volunteers at the end of their career of service.
2014—Kevin Houchin, Kevin Evans, Teresa Sneed, Jon Mark Smith, Frank Leos
2015—Mike Olson
2017 – McGregor Movement
2020 – David Littlewood
Lifetime Achievement Awards
Started in 2000
Awarded at the discretion of the Board of Directors to individuals who have made a significant impact to our local community throughout their lifetime.
2000—Byron “Bud” Davis,
2001 Frank Graves
2002—Dr. Gene and Carrol Robertson
2008—Gene Klein
2009—Joe Paschall
2011—Dick Fox
2012—Tom Kirk
2013—Martha Moyer
2014—Moe Spradley
2015—Dick Fox
2017 – Frank Leos
2018 – Bonnie Mullens
2021- Charles Mooney
Community Partner
Started in 2007
Awarded annually to an individual or business who’s partnership has greatly advanced the mission and vision of the McGregor Chamber.
2007—John McClaren
2008—First National Bank
2009—McGregor ISD
2010—The Mirror
2011—Smead Manufacturing
2012—SpaceX
2013—MISD Teachers
2014— no recipient
2015—The Mirror
2016 – Magnolia
2017 – Irene’s Flowers & Gifts
2018 – The Vibe Main Street Marketplace: Scott and Jackie Toby
2020- Rocket Federal Credit Union
2021- 360 Solutions
Impact Award
Started in 2022
Awarded by nomination from our membership to individuals who have made an impact on our local community or citizens.
February 2022 – Vickie Squyres,
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