Richfield Springs woman named "Woman of Distinction"

Jackie Hinckley of Richfield Springs has been selected as a 2009 New York State Woman of Distinction, state Sen. James Seward, R-Milford, said.

“I am proud to honor Jackie Hinckley as a Woman of Distinction and prouder still of the recognition she has earned from her neighbors, colleagues and friends for her achievements on behalf of our community,” he said.

Hinckley was instrumental in taking the Zone Community Center in the Richfield Springs area from a dream to reality, Seward said. She helped oversee fundraising efforts that brought in over $130,000 to build the community youth center, serving on the youth center’s board of directors as president and currently as treasurer.

“Jackie is one of those success stories that we can proudly share with our daughters, sisters and neighbors and who will serve as an example for achievement and excellence for our entire community,” Seward said.