We lower City Hall’s flags today for Laurie Branch. The former City Parks & Rec director, was also responsible for ensuring Burlington Teen Tour Band’s survival back in the mid-60s & the Sound of Music Festival founder — and that’s just a small bit of his impact on our City. ⤵️
⤴️ #BurlON has lost a true legend and ambassador. We are deeply saddened by this news and offer our condolences to his family, friends, loved ones and all those who knew him.
@MariannMeedWard @cityburlington @BTTB1 @BSOMF @KelvinGalbraith @Ward2Lisa @rorynisan @stolte4ward4 @PaulSharman1 @AngBentivegna @Burl_ParksRec Our parks, our recreation programs, and the band are some of Burlington's greatest assets! My family is grateful for everyone who's contributed to their excellence over the years. 🙏
@MariannMeedWard @cityburlington @BTTB1 @BSOMF @KelvinGalbraith @Ward2Lisa @rorynisan @stolte4ward4 @PaulSharman1 @AngBentivegna @Burl_ParksRec Laurie gave me my first full time job in recreation in Waterloo Ontario. Served as my model for professionalism throughout my career.