Editor’s Note: following is a proclamation approved by Tryon Town Council during its May 16 meeting, recognizing the Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op.

WHEREAS, The Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op collectively saved the Trade Street Coffee House in April 2015; and

WHEREAS, Tim and Tracey Daniels, and Chris Baschon along with the help of Eli Jenkins and Patrick James Stimac volunteered thousands of hours to maintain the Tryon coffeehouse Co-op’s operations; and

WHEREAS, the Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op has donated over $3,500 to local nonprofit organizations and school groups through their charity barista program; and

WHEREAS, The Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op welcomes friends, family and out-of-town visitors into Tryon; and

WHEREAS, the Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op sets an example for downtown businesses and volunteerism; and

WHEREAS, the Tryon Coffeehouse Co-op was recognized as a 2016 North Carolina Main Street Champion through the North Carolina Department of Commerce Main Street and Rural Planning Center, as recognition to individuals who have been instrumental in the revitalization of downtown; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

That, I, J. Alan Peoples, Mayor of the Town of Tryon, North Carolina, take great pride in proclaiming that the Town of Tryon honors Tracey Daniels, Tim Daniels and Chris Baschon for their outstanding contributions to the quality of life for all people in the Town of Tryon and for their commitment to creating a warm, welcoming place for residents and visitors alike in Tryon.