Hiemenz, Dent and Payne recognized for years of service at Arizona League of Cities and Towns

PHOENIX — Williams city staff and council members attended the Arizona League of Cities and Towns conference last week.

Williams City Councilmember Bernie Hiemenz was recognized by the league for his 24 years of public service, and incoming Williams Mayor Don Dent was recognized for his 28 years of service.

Although absent, Lee Payne was recognized for eight years of public service.

The League of Arizona Cities and Towns promotes local self-government among the 91 incorporated cities and towns in Arizona. It encourages municipal independence and provides professional assistance to the municipal governments in the state of Arizona.

The League represents the collective interests of cities and towns at the state legislature, provides timely information on important municipal issues, creates skill-sharpening workshops and develops networking opportunities.