Fort Pierre’s Arlene Poncelet Awarded Governor’s Distinguished Service Award For Promoting Work For The Disabled

Fort Pierre’s Arlene Poncelet Awarded Governor’s Distinguished Service Award For Promoting Work For The Disabled

PIERRE, (KCCR) — A Fort Pierre woman was recognized this week for her work in helping those with disabilities find employment. Arlene Poncelet was given the Governor’s Distinguished Service Award. Department of Human Services Secretary Shawnie Rechtenbaugh says the Governor’s Awards have recognized employees, employers and more since 1973…

Governor Kirsti Noem says the Distinguished Service award is given to someone who’s work is extraordinary…

Noem says Poncelet has grown opportunities for the disabled during her career…

The Governor’s Awards were presented Tuesday morning in the State Capitol Rotunda.