SPicy realizes that requests for nominations for the 2007 Person of the Year were asked for just two days ago, but as stated SPicy was pretty sure who it was going to be already.  And due to a recognition event taking place this very day SPicy thought that the naming of the Person of the Year would make for a good discussion piece for those trying to break the ice.

Saint Paulites really do not understand the doggedness that our person has displayed to keep our elected officials on their toes. Our person has a reputation of searching out the breaking story and making sure that our electeds are doing their jobs responsibly.  He may even have held back a few times.  Through daily articles, and supplemental information broken on a blog. SPicy asks everyone to gaze in admiration of the Saint Paulicy.com Person of the Year, Pioneer Press City Hall Correspondent, Tim Nelson. 

Tim has been an inspiration to SPicy.  His blog is what made SPicy aspire to create SaintPaulicy.com.  Between CityHallScoop and his real job, Tim has tirelessly dedicated himself to ensuring that Saint Paul Residents know some of the behind the scenes activity at City Hall.  Tim's election analysis, campaign watching and stellar sense of humor brought all of us news in an enjoyable format. 

From all accounts SPicy is aware, Tim is an inteprid reporter that delivers a message free of political bias. SPicy has always appreciated his work.  He has set a new standard for reporting the news of Saint Paul.  The announcement is coming today because Tim is celebrating his departure from the Pioneer Press to take on a new role as a reporter at Minnesota Public Radio.  This is truly a loss for Saint Paul, but a huge gain for MPR listeners.  For the record, SPicy is a dues paying member of MPR and might even consider stepping up the membership to get that free "How to talk Minnesotan" CD. 

Tim, SPicy will see you this evening at Matty B's at 5:30 with SPicy's very own $5.00 in hand. 

SPicy will not be presenting Mr. Nelson with any formal award, for this is one that he cannot actually accept, give back or acknowledge if you he so desires.  You will be missed at City Hall, but please keep coming around just to keep people on their toes, feel free to catch them on their heels once in awhile too. SPicy will see you there.

Hats off to Tim Nelson, SaintPaulicy.com's 2007 Person of the Year.

 

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