Nominee: Hope Merkle
Does this person live or work in Los Osos? : Yes
Why do you feel this person deserves to be honored? : Hope runs LO valley nursery. She always supports her community by offering workshops and lessons, and opening it up to community events. She is so gracious and kind and helps her neighbors with anything they need.
Nominee: Hope Merkle
Does this person live or work in Los Osos? : Yes
Why do you feel this person deserves to be honored? : She has lived in Los Osos for over 50 years and has dedicated her life to the Los Osos Valley Nursery- a staple small business. She has grown a community of plant loving people. She works to create a better environment by promoting drought tolerant plants. She will bend over backwards to help a friend and even a stranger in need. She is truly an amazing person and hands down deserves to be the citizen of the year.
Nominee: Hope Merkle
Does this person live or work in Los Osos? : Yes
Why do you feel this person deserves to be honored? : Hope ha a nursery that creates a sense of community and refuge. Allowing people to wander through the beautiful plants and trees to gain a sense of foundation in nature. She listens to everyones stories with a smile and a returned home or tip to make them smile.
Hope Merkel
Nominee: Hope Merkle
Does this person live or work in Los Osos? : Yes
Why do you feel this person deserves to be honored? : Hope has been a supportive community member for years- she has lived in Los Osos since 1975. She manages Los Osos Valley Nursery and has provided many with great advice from gardening, landscaping, medicinal herbs and the like. She has assisted numerous non-profits throughout the years and makes pies every year for the local fire station staff.