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Tommy Harper Receives President’s Award for TRAPS Service

Austin, Texas (March 6, 2009) - BCI Burke representative Tommy Harper has received the President's Award from the Texas Recreation and Park Society (TRAPS) for his service to the organization.

Harper, president of Austin-based T.F. Harper & Associates, is a longtime member of the TRAPS board and played key role in the organization's success during the past year, according to TRAPS Executive Director Michal Lord.

"Tommy has been instrumental during the past year, greatly enhancing the communications between the TRAPS board and our membership, especially commercial members and exhibitors," said Lord.

T.F. Harper & Associates serves approximately 65 percent of Texas, including the panhandle, West Texas, Central Texas, South Texas and the Louisiana border.

Burke CEO Tim Ahern said Harper's recognition was well deserved.

"Tommy has spearheaded BCI Burke's commitment to TRAPS, and he's shown the same commitment that he shows every day in meeting the needs of his customers," said Ahern.

BCI Burke, with headquarters in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is a premier manufacturer of commercial playground, park, and recreation equipment and an avid supporter of playground safety.  More information available at www.bciburke.com and www.getintensity.com.