The annual Wayzata Crime Prevention Night to Unite luncheon concluded with the presentation of the Jim Fish Award to Gordy Engel on Tuesday, August 3rd.
Engel, the owner of The Foursome clothing and shoe store deeply rooted in Wayzata, was honored for his outstanding contributions to crime prevention in the community.
Engel, along with his wife Nancy, has served as Wayzata Block Captains for over two decades.
His commitment dates back to 1981 when he played a pivotal role in establishing a call-a-round list, enabling businesses to stay informed about current criminal information.
Additionally, Engel served on the Board of Directors for the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition, holding the position of president for two years.
Expressing his gratitude, Gordy stated, “The Jim Fish award is a tribute to a dedicated community volunteer and friend with whom I had the privilege to serve during the establishment of the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition, 30 years ago. To receive this award and join the list of hardworking Fish Award recipients who have continued the fight against crime in our community is a humble honor.”
The Night to Unite luncheon, hosted at the Wayzata Country Club in collaboration with the Wayzata Rotary and the Wayzata Chamber of Commerce, was attended by dignitaries including Wayzata Mayor Ken Willcox, Councilman Jack Amdal, Councilwoman Mary Bader, Councilman Andrew Mullin, and Councilman Tom Tanner.
Other notable guests included Long Lake Mayor Tim Hultmann, State Senator Gen Olson, State Representative Connie Doepke, and John Bessler, husband of Senator Amy Klobuchar.
The event also saw the presence of key figures such as Minnesota Commissioner of Public Safety Mona Dohman, Minnesota Assistant Commissioner of Public Safety Mark Dunaski, Minnetonka Police Chief Mark Raquet, Medina Police Chief Ed Belland, Orono Police Chief Correy Farniok, West Hennepin Public Safety Chief Ray McCoy, Hennepin County Sheriff Rich Stanek, Wayzata Fire Chief Kevin Klapprich, six Wayzata Police Officers, and 10 Wayzata Firefighters.
