MILFORD, PA, — The Pike County Commissioners began their December 1 meeting by adopting Resolution 2141 in recognition of Jim Pedranti. The resolution cited his leadership role in conceiving of and establishing the Greater Pike Community Foundation, where he has served as board chairman from its inception, and for his legacy of philanthropy, for his countless volunteer hours, his commitment to the community, to the county, and so much more.

Speaking to Pedranti, commissioners chair Matt Osterberg said, “We really appreciate everything you’ve done for this county.” Osterberg said the county’s emergency initiative fund “probably wouldn’t have been implemented unless we had the Greater Pike Community Foundation.”

Commissioner Ron Schmalzle added, “The world is a better place, the county is a better place and this community of Milford is in a better place because of people like you, Jim. Thank you for the class you bring to the table and your leadership.”

Commissioner Steve Guccini echoed the sentiment, thanking Pedranti for giving his best efforts “just because it’s the right thing to do.”

Pedranti told the commissioners he was honored to be recognized and pointed out, “Although I was one of the founders of the organization, there were 15 to 20 other individuals who also put a lot of time and effort into making the foundation what it is today. It’s still in the infancy stages and it will continue to grow. The nice thing about a community foundation is that it will be here and continue to give to the community after all of us are gone.”

To see the video of the December 1 commissioners meeting, visit https://www.pikepa.org/government/commissioners_office/index.php.

The Greater Pike Community Foundation helps individuals, families and local businesses to provide a permanent and personal way to give back to the community. For more information, visit https://greaterpike.org.