At a Hoover City Council meeting on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, the Hoover Beautification Board presented a Distinguished Citizen Award to Betty Daigle, a veteran board member who is rotating off the board after twelve years of service.
Daigle’s tenure on the Beautification Board spanned twelve years, including two years as board president. During that time she founded the Hoover Green Team, a volunteer effort that organized litter‑control and recycling initiatives throughout the community.
“Betty is an icon and has mentored most of us on the board,” said Holly Fondots, the newly elected Beautification Board president, during the award presentation. “She’ll be greatly missed.”
Mayor Nick Derzis and members of the Hoover City Council joined the board in recognizing Daigle’s contributions. A photograph taken at the meeting shows Daigle standing with flowers, flanked by the mayor, council members, and fellow board members.
The ceremony also honored other board members who are concluding their service this year: Christine Hoffman, Charlene Young, Lynn Franks, Amy George, and Carolyn Hudson. In addition, the board welcomed five new members—Richard Baker, Kimberly Eckerd, Lori Landis, Tim Rogers and Debbie Whitcomb—who will continue the board’s work on beautification projects and community stewardship.
Community impact
Daigle’s leadership of the Hoover Green Team helped raise awareness of litter prevention and recycling, reinforcing the city’s commitment to a cleaner, greener environment. Her mentorship of newer board members has been cited as a key factor in maintaining continuity and enthusiasm within the organization.
The Distinguished Citizen Award underscores the city’s tradition of recognizing volunteers who make lasting contributions to the quality of life in Hoover. By honoring Daigle and her fellow board members, the city council highlighted the importance of civic engagement and the role of local volunteers in preserving the city’s aesthetic appeal.
As the board looks ahead, the newly appointed members are expected to build on Daigle’s legacy, continuing projects that enhance public spaces, promote recycling, and encourage community participation in beautification efforts.
Original reporting: Hoover Sun — read the source article.
