
May 2015: In a motion made by Council member Rebecca Hopp, Johnston Boiler Company was nominated as the Top Business for 2015. The motion was seconded by Council member Michael DeWitt, and a vote was taken. A unanimous vote by the Ferrysburg City Council affirmed the motion. As a result of this action Johnston Boiler Company was honored with special recognition as the area’s Top Business for 2015.
This special recognition was afforded to Johnston Boiler Company by the City of Ferrysburg for outstanding and faithful contributions to the community. It is with great pride and humble thanks that Johnston Boiler Company accepted this award from the City of Ferrysburg. The Area Chamber, Ottawa County, and The State of Michigan also played a significant role in affirming this award.
On June 17, 2015 Daniel S. Ruter, Mayor of the City of Ferrysburg, presented Johnston Boiler Company with a signed proclamation commemorating this event. During this occasion the Grand Haven, Spring Lake & Ferrysburg area Chamber presented Johnston Boiler Company with a handsome plaque which is now prominently displayed at Johnston Boiler Company.
Johnston Boiler Company was also presented with certificates recognizing our achievements by Ottawa County and the State of Michigan. Ottawa County 10th District Board of Commissioners recognized Johnston Boiler Company with a special commendation on the auspicious day. And as if that was not enough, the Governor of the great State of Michigan, Rick Snyder, issued a special tribute recognizing Johnston Boiler in their achievement.
There is no doubt that Johnston’s storied history involving prolonged success and recent growth played a vital role in making this special presentation possible. Please join us in congratulating Johnston Boiler Company and their entire crew for achieving this great honor.