PENDLETON, Ore.-The inaugural Goodwin Award will be presented to Al and Gail Plute on May 16.
Created by Pendleton’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC), the Goodwin Award honors individuals who have dedicated time and resources to preserve Pendleton’s historic character and vitality.
“The Goodwin Awards were created to recognize the people who have gone above and beyond in preserving what makes Pendleton special,” said Shannon Gruenhagen, chair of the HPC.
Named for Moses and Aura Goodwin, the Goodwin Award recognizes those who provide significant and lasting contributions to protect the architectural heritage, historic integrity and community identity of Pendleton.
According to the HPC, honorees exemplify historic preservation through building restoration, adaptive reuse, historic integrity, and economic development through preservation.
The Plutes are being honored for their efforts to restore and revitalize some of Pendleton’s historic downtown buildings, including upper story apartments, commercial storefronts, supporting local businesses, and preserving the architectural details of downtown Pendleton over the past two decades.
“Mr. and Mrs. Plute have made a lasting impact on our downtown, and their work reflects the very purpose of this award,” said Gruenhagen.
The community is invited to the Goodwin Award ceremony at Great Pacific on May 16. The free event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and will include light food and beverages.
For more information on the Goodwin Award or the award ceremony, please contact hpc@pendletonor.gov or call the City of Pendleton’s Community Development Department at 541-966-0203.
