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For Immediate Release: October 24, 2005 Contact: Brian Collins Director of Environmental Health Phone: (972) 941-7349 Plano Recognized as Best Place for Commuters On October 20, the City of Plano was recognized by the North Texas Clean Air Coalition as one of the "2005 Best Workplaces for Commuters." The award was presented to recognize employers who actively participate and promote clean air initiatives in the North Texas area. Environmental Health Specialist Janet Tucker and Traffic Engineering Manager Lloyd Neal submitted for the award, which was presented during an awards luncheon in Dallas. “The City of Plano has been working to improve air quality for sometime, so it is exciting to have our efforts recognized on a regional level by such a respected organization,” said Brian Collins, Plano’s Director of Environmental Health. “Our Transportation Division and Environmental Health Department have a common goal of keeping the balance between clean air and safe roadways for our citizens,” said City Manager Tom Muehlenbeck.