New award for nonprofits, businesses named for late regional planner Tim Brennan
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Published: 5/10/2021 11:42:01 AM
NORTHAMPTON — A new award established in honor of the late Tim Brennan, who led the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) for decades, will recognize local organizations that serve the community while adapting to shifting cultural and economic environments.
With the Tim Brennan Exemplar Award, PVPC and the Economic Development Council of Western Massachusetts intend to honor Brennan, whose former colleagues say dedicated his adult life to public service, as well as non-profits and businesses that share his values.
After nearly 50 years with PVPC — including almost 40 years as its executive director — Brennan died in March 2020 at age 73, just several months after his retirement.