John Forst, who has served the San Marcos community in a variety of integral roles since moving to the city in 1993, was presented with the San Marcos Inspiration, Leadership and Excellence (SMILE) Award by the San Marcos City Council at the Nov. 9 City Council meeting.
He was nominated by Deputy Mayor Sharon Jenkins for serving as a valuable community volunteer for more than 25 years. He held leadership positions with the Rotary Club of San Marcos and the San Marcos Chamber of Commerce. He served 16 years on the boards of The Elizabeth Hospice and the Palomar Pomerado Health Foundation. He was a founding board member of the San Marcos Economic Development Corporation, Valley of Discovery Education Foundation and The San Marcos Promise. He also served as a member of the San Marcos Unified School District Facilities Working Group.
“John exemplifies what it means to be a true selfless community champion,” Jenkins said. “His dedication has been not only to San Marcos, but also to North County. We thank him for his tireless service.”
About the San Marcos City Council’s Civic SMILE Award
There are often community members who rise to the top – clearly reflecting this San Marcos ‘Spirit of Service.’ That’s why San Marcos City Council members initiated the Civic SMILE Award recognition program in March 2021.
Six times each year, a community member is chosen by a specific City Council member to receive recognition and will be presented with a San Marcos Inspiration, Leadership and Excellence (SMILE) Award during a City Council meeting.
For more information about the recognition program: San Marcos Civic SMILE Award.
