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As stewards of our community’s most vital infrastructure, the Holland Board of Public Works has a unique responsibility to inform and engage our stakeholders on the work we carry out on their behalf.
Life is busy and complicated. We understand that. And reviewing an annual report about your community’s utilities might not be at the top of your priority list.
We don’t take it personally. But, we do take it as a challenge to find ways to present the information that are interesting, informative and meaningful.
In this annual report we have used a camera lens to look at some of the stories that were important to the utilities in our 2013 fiscal year. From a ride up in a bucket truck, to the peaceful tanks in our water plant, to the top of a 300-foot windmill, the images and stories give an inside view of the utilities that make everyday life and work possible in our community.
I hope you enjoy the stories. As you watch, I hope the central story of the Holland BPW emerges: That is, our commitment to providing reliable, affordable, sustainable utility services that support the continuing success of our community.
Tim is a long-time resident of the Holland area, but has also lived in Brazil, California, and Texas. Tim worked for SAF Holland for 31 years in various roles including General Manager of Texas Operations, Vice President International, President of Holland USA, and President of Global Aftermarket Business for SAF Holland. Tim was recently on the Board of Directors for TMD Friction, Luxembourg and volunteers with the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland.
A Holland resident since 1995, Diane is currently the Sustainability Marketing Manager at NSF International in Ann Arbor, MI. She has also worked for Haworth, Inc., where she served as Sustainability Manager. Prior to that role, she was a Product Manager and Team Leader for Haworth’s China Project during a year’s residence in Shanghai. Diane is active in the Holland Community Sustainability Committee and Grand Valley Artists, a fine arts association in Grand Rapids.
A Holland resident since 1997, Jim Storey has worked for SEMCO Energy and Consumers Energy. He has also served as a member of the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. Today, Jim operates StoreyLine Communications, a Holland-based public relations, liquor license consulting and campaign management firm.
Paul’s construction expertise is recognized in West Michigan through his work with Elzinga & Volkers, Inc., and Paul Elzinga Consulting, PC. Paul’s projects have included Holland Community Hospital and the City of Holland Snowmelt project. He also volunteers with the United Way, Wings of Mercy and the Boys & Girls Club.
A Holland native, Phil began mowing lawns at Howard Miller at age 10. In 2008, he retired from his position as the company’s CEO. In addition to his work at Howard Miller, Phil has served on boards at Hope College, Bethany Christian Services, and ODL, Inc. He and his wife also coordinate Christmas presents for 475 foster children each year.
⇓ Download the HBPW 2013 Audited Financial Statements and Supplementary Information