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George Brechmann (N3HBT) Receives Service Award from Warminster Township, Pennsylvania
The Warminster Park Recreation and conservation Board selected George F Brechmann
(N3HBT) to receive the 1998 Edward A. Jefferies Award for outstanding commitment to Warminster Township in the
provision of leisure services to the community. The dedication ceremony was held on Saturday June 6, 1998 at Munro
Park during the Warminster Baseball Association's All Star Day.
A great number of Brechmann's friends attended along with family members and neighbors.
Fellow members of the Warminster Amateur Radio Club were evident, with many wearing a call sign badge or some item
of hamwear to identify them as amateur radio operators. Brechmann holds an Extra class license.
In his remarks, Jim Dunn (Chairman of the Warminster Park, Recreation and Conservation Board) said the following:
"Best known today for his work in the Warminster Amateur Radio Club, George taught both swimming and gymnastics
in the past. Although blindness curtailed those activities in 1978 George has continued a very active community
involvement via his Amateur Radio activities. Virtually every community event involving coordination and distance
(Road Rallies, Road Races, Parades, etc.) has not merely benefited from George’s talents but has actually relied
on him. These services are also provided for events extending well beyond the limits of the township and include
emergency service support. George also volunteers his time and services at the Benjamin Wilson Senior Center. In
his 'spare' time George has provided informative instructions to local schools on the role of guide dogs and proper
etiquette in dealing with these important animals."
 Brechmann
received this award based upon nomination from fellow Warminster Amateur Radio Club member Steve White (WA3IAO)
who outlined in his nomination narrative the significant contributions Brechmann has made to Warminster Township.
Unable to attend the ceremony due to his relocation to Florida, White noted in a letter to Karen Whitney (Warminster
Township Recreation Services Administrator) that "George has consistently demonstrated that the best way to
lead and motivate people is to do so by personal example."
Ms. Whitney noted that she has known Brechmann for over 10 years, during which they have worked together to coordinate
numerous public service events In making the award presentation, she noted "My staff at the Warminster Recreation
and Education Center and I extend our congratulations to George on earning this well deserved recognition from
Warminster Township".
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