GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - For 44 years, the City of Gridley has benefited from the service of Frank Hall. From the 1970’s to the early 90’s, Hall dedicated 22 years to the Gridley Police Department, rising through the ranks to become Lieutenant. From there he branched into another venue of civil service, joining the ranks of the Gridley City Council, where he served as a council member for an additional 22 years. Within the last month, Hall has stepped down from the council to tackle health issues.

As a tribute and expression of gratitude for Hall’s service, members of the City Council, City Administration and Public Works Department felt it only right to celebrate his career with a special dedication. During an unannounced proclamation at Monday’s City Council Meeting, Paul Eckert, City Administrator and Daryle Dye, from the Gridley Public Works Department, presented a custom made street sign featuring the names of the two future streets in the FEMA Camp Fire Community to Council Members, officially declaring one “Hall Rd” in honor of Hall’s service. All city officials present expressed their heartfelt thanks and well-wishes for Hall, with Mayor Bruce Johnson sharing how Hall had inspired his involvement in city government.

Hall, who is currently focusing on his battle with cancer, was unable to attend the meeting. In a tender gesture, City of Gridley officials intend to post the street sign outside Hall’s home for him to enjoy and present Hall with framed photos from the event. In the future, when the streets in the FEMA Camp Fire Community are completed, there will be a formal ceremony held at the site dedicating the street to Hall.