TACOMA, WA – The Puyallup Tribe received the Golden Knight Award by Gov. Bob Ferguson during the fifth annual South Sound Dinner for the tribe’s commitment to community improvement. The award is presented to a group of people who have shown profound contributions to the community. Ferguson said the tribe was chosen this year to recognize the wide range of community stewardship it engages in, citing the tribe’s charity contributions, public health initiatives, economic development and employment opportunities.
“Their legacy of generosity and innovation is truly an inspiration to each one of us, and it’s a true honor to recognize their outstanding work,” said Ferguson.
Tribal Council Chairman Bill Sterud and Councilman James Rideout were in attendance to accept the award. Chairman Sterud took a moment to recognize the hard work of the tribal community…