Carolyn Lininger Recognized for Service

During his annual State of the City address at the Crowne Plaza on Tuesday morning, Redondo Beach Mayor Mike Gin recognized Carolyn Lininger as the recipient of this year's Mayor's Lifetime Community Service Award.

"She's not one to toot her own horn," said Gin, who added that he almost overlooked her as a candidate because Lininger stays out of the spotlight. Nevertheless, he also added that the award was "overdue."

Lininger received a standing ovation when Gin announced the award.

"It's like being part of a big family," she said of her service to the community.

Lininger, who retired in 2003 after 32 years in City Hall according to an Easy Reader article from the same year, currently serves as the Global Outreach Administrator for Journey of Faith church in Manhattan Beach. She enjoys traveling and volunteer work.

Lininger also received a Certificate of Congressional Commendation from Councilwoman Janice Hahn.