Road and Bridge employees recognized, outstanding achievement

SANDPOINT — Six Road and Bridge workers were recognized during Tuesday’s business meeting for outstanding achievement in the completion of several scholar classes.  

Environmental planner JoEllen Ross-Hauer of the Local Highway Technical Assistance Council shared the Road Master presentation at Tuesday’s Bonner County commissioners’ meeting, honoring Bonner County Road and Bridge employees for completing the LHTAC Road Scholar program.  

Among the individuals who completed the program were Anthony Lowrey, Bryan Brockus, Tom Klopman, Spot McClain, Mark Chaney and Tony Dunnington.  

“It’s time to celebrate what you and your staff’s outstanding achievement in receiving certifications in the Road Scholar Program,” said Ross-Hauer. “Your staff’s hard work has paid off.”   

All participants were honored for completing 80 hours of instruction across seven core classes and four electives. The program covers a variety of topics including safety, professional development and maintenance techniques.    

Scholars were awarded a certificate, a hat and an engraved letterman tool.  

According to Ross-Hauer, LHTAC’s mission is to provide advocacy, support and training for all local highway jurisdictions. Part of the national program the Local Technical Assistance Program, LHTAC provides training and technical assistance to meet the needs of each jurisdiction.  

“Thank you for continuing your knowledge and education in all the work you do,” Commissioner Brian Domke said.