Recreation 2015 Volunteers of the Year
JIMMY DEVIZIO
Jimmy has been living in Warren for almost 20 years and formerly lived in Watchung since 1964. Jimmy is happily married to Kim for the past 5 years. As a Captain of the Washington Valley firehouse for the past 7 years,
Jimmy was named Firefighter of the Year. As an Elk member for the past 5 years, Jimmy was named Elk of the Year in 2012. When you see the banners across the roadway in town, it’s because Jimmy gets the ladder truck and hangs the banners every time. He has been doing this for several years and typically hangs 10+ banners per year. Warren Township Recreation Commission appreciates the time Jimmy donates to help not only Recreation but the entire Township. Warren Township is so fortunate to have people like him in this community.
ALYSSA PUCCIO
Alyssa has a phenomenal voice, stage presence and over the years has been singing at many of Recreation’s events such as the Bonfire, So You Think You Can Sing, Warren’s Got Talent and many summer concerts. In the summer of 2015, Alyssa initiated “Mic Night” for the teens. Single- handedly she organized this event running it once a week. She will also hold Mic Night this summer on Thursday nights in August. Warren Township is very fortunate to have such an outstanding and talented young lady committed to this community.
2015 Jr. Volunteers of the Year
MADISON BARKOW
Madison is currently a sophomore at WHRHS, a consistent Honor Roll member & Student of the Month. Madison volunteered as a Counselor in Training (CIT) for the Playground Program helping Arts n Crafts and 5th grade campers. She tallied up over 113 hours of volunteer service. She provided the campers with a memorable experience and was a caring volunteer. Madison attended a local Warren camp for many years and learned the value of a CIT so she wanted to give back. She is also pursuing other voluntary opportunities. Madison enjoys creative arts, dancing and singing.
SYDNEY BARKOW
Sydney is currently a sophomore at WHRHS and a consistent Honor Roll member. Last summer, she volunteered as a Counselor in Training (CIT) at the Playground Program for 5 weeks totaling over 113 hours. She was always happy to help out, kind & caring. Sydney attended Camp for 7 years and experienced the value of a CIT and wanted to provide that for other campers.
She is a Tae Kwon Do student and brings that love of sports to camp. Sydney was very helpful this past summer and we hope to see her and her sister again this summer.
