Members of the Ag Show team were recognised for making last month’s Agricultural Exhibition a success.

David Burt, the Premier, and Derrick Binns, the Head of the Public Service, presented the team with this month’s Public Service Excellence Award.

A government spokeswoman said: “The Ag Show, one of Bermuda’s beloved community events, had, in recent years, been facilitated by private sector individuals and was at risk of not continuing in 2023 due to a lack of funding.

“Adding to the mammoth task of co-ordinating, this three-day event typically requires eight to nine months of planning.

“Despite the limited time frame, the Department of Parks pulled together a team of dedicated staff and stakeholders to ensure plans progressed in only three months.”

Those congratulated for their work were: Remi Subair, acting director of the Department of Parks; Georgette Caines, Ag Show planner; Roger Parris, acting superintendent for the skills development programme, and his staff; Kelly Sousa, superintendent of horticulture; Joanne Smith, comptroller for the Ministry of Public Works; Shyeann Outerbridge, payroll administrator; Craig Burt, parks officer; Botanical Gardens staff; and volunteer judges.

Mr Burt said: “The annual Bermuda Exhibition is integral to our community’s culture and highly anticipated by Bermudians of all ages, but especially our young people.

“I am so thankful that the team, on behalf of the Government of Bermuda, embraced this opportunity to reconnect our community to this important and special event that so many families enjoy.

“Well done and thank you for your hard work and dedication.”

Dr Binns added: “The Public Service is proud to recognise this exceptional team for their dedication to service excellence and working together so diligently.

“Congratulations to you all — You are a shining example of how our public officers go above and beyond to improve the lives of the people of our community.”

The Public Service Excellence Awards is awarded monthly and recognises an individual or a group of public officers demonstrating “admirable service delivery” within a 60-day period.