By Sandy Quadros Bowles Editor

David Moores received a proclamation and  standing ovation from Natick select board members after completing 40 years of service to the town.

Moores began his work with the town in 1985 as a school custodian. From there, he moved up the ranks, eventually serving as custodial supervisor in 2017 and facilities maintenance manager in 2021.

He retired Oct. 10, on his 60th birthday. In a proclamation read at the Oct. 15 select board meeting, he was honored for earning “the respect and admiration of his peers and the public, within and outside town government for his professionalism, quality of work, calm demeanor and dedication.’’

The proclamation continued that “through his integrity, leadership and commitment to exemplary service, Dave has built a strong sense of pride and team among the men and women of the Natick Facilites Department.’’

Moores was born and raised in Natick where he attended Cole Elementary School, Kennedy Junior High School and Natick High School, class of 1983.

Moores loved working for the Facilities Department so much that he recruited his son D.J. to follow in his footsteps, the proclamation noted.

Board members congratulated him as he travels the road to retirement “We wish him many happy healthy years with his family. Enjoy your travels on your Harley …. wherever the roads may take you.’’