The Michigan Department of Transportation has given its top employee award to a Port Huron native. Kimberly Zimmer received the MDOT Director’s Award for outstanding service.
The annual award is given to the MDOT employee who exhibits leadership and exemplary service. It has been given out for over thirty years.
Zimmer, who grew up in Port Huron, but now lives in Midland, was honored in the officials and administrators category for her response to the historic flooding in Midland and Gladwin counties. MDOT reports that Zimmer has maintained continued communication with the Federal Highway Administration to maximize federal funds. The funds would not have been secured without Zimmer’s enormous efforts.
Zimmer’s innovative approach laid the groundwork for the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to coordinate with MDOT in dam analysis.
State Transportation Director Paul C. Ajegba said, “Kim’s outstanding leadership and commitment to quality make her a cornerstone of public service. Director’s Award recipients like Kim help make MDOT the dynamic and responsive organization that it is, and we are all grateful for her service.”
Reporting for WGRT – Jennie McClelland
