City Councilman Extraordinaire - Neil Blais
Your City Council is losing two of its original members: Jim Thor and Neil Blais. Jim has deservedly been recognized for his many years of service. Neil is deserving of our recognition as well.
Neil is one of six people who are responsible for the existence of the City of Rancho Santa Margarita. He has been working tirelessly for residents and businesses for well over 10 years. Two time mayor, (2004 and 2008), Chairman of the Orange County Fire Authority Board of Directors, the creator of the Economic Development Committee, a major influence in the development of City Hall and the Bell Tower Community Center, (created a non-profit foundation to aid the City in obtaining funding), member of the Trauma Intervention (TIP) Advisory Committee, as well as fifteen other past and current boards and committees.
In 2006, Neil received the first “Commerce Award” from the South Orange County Regional Chamber of Commerce, for his efforts to improve the economic development climate in south Orange County.
Specific accomplishments aside, Neil was an elected official who used all of his skills to create and improve our current way of life here in Rancho Santa Margarita. Neil, Destin and their son Nash have always been a huge part of this community and will no doubt continue in that role. The City Council will formally recognize Neil for his accomplishments and contributions, at a Council meeting in January.
It has been an honor serving as your Mayor in 2010. Thank you.
