MEF President Thanks Shell, Community for Successful Event

On behalf of the Martinez Education Foundation, I would like to say a big thank you to all the volunteers, sponsors and runners that made the 2011 Shell/MEF Run for Education a big success!

The community support and collaboration to create a fun and healthy event for all participants is an example of the great town of Martinez coming together to make our public schools better.

An extra big thank you and much gratitude go to Shell Martinez Refinery for their outstanding corporate citizenship in making the Shell/MEF Run for Education their annual hallmark community event.  Shell Martinez Refinery donates money, staff time and volunteers that are major contributing factors to the success of the race.  The outstanding leadership and efforts of Shell Martinez Refinery general manager, Paul Gabbard, along with Steve Lesher, Cathy Ivers and Erin Hallissy are much appreciated. 

The run committee that works throughout the year in planning this event is an example of great teamwork and collaborative effort.  In addition to Shell Martinez Refinery members, special kudos go to Howard Jones, Barbara Kapsalis, Jan Berletti, Joelle Fockler, Pete Clauson, Cynthia Murdough, Reba Bower, Leanne Peterson, Diane Beck, Mike Beck, Rami Muth, Martinez Police and the City of Martinez.

MEF raised approximately $45,000 from this event which makes this a very successful Shell/MEF Run for Education!

Thank you Martinez community!                                                                   

Sincerely,

Martinez Education Foundation

Larry Lippow, President