Citizens Bank Imboden Branch Honors First Annual Citizen of the Year

Citizens Bank proudly presented the 1st Annual Citizens of the Year Award to Billy Ken and Starlia Rowsey in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the City of Imboden and surrounding communities.

As part of a new initiative led by Kimberly Moore, Branch Manager at Citizens Bank in Imboden, this program was created to reflect Citizens Bank’s People First mission and to celebrate individuals who exemplify community spirit, service, and leadership. The award includes a commemorative plaque with a cash prize. The selection committee included Kimberly Moore, Mark Owens (SVP Commercial Loan Officer), Chris Jones (Mayor of Imboden), and Clifford Rorex (Superintendent, Sloan-Hendrix Schools).

Billy Ken Rowsey, owner of D&H Contracting, employs 130 local men and women, significantly contributing to the local economy. Starlia Rowsey has been instrumental in creating cherished community traditions, including the annual Trunk or Treat event and Christmas in the Park, where she personally purchased and installed festive lights to bring holiday cheer to the town.

Both honorees are known for their unwavering support of Sloan-Hendrix School District, local churches, and small businesses. Their generosity and commitment often go unnoticed, as they prefer to serve quietly and humbly. 

This award marks the beginning of an annual tradition to honor those who make Imboden and its surrounding communities a better place to live, work, and grow.

Pictured from left to right: Clifford Rorex, Mark Owens, Kimberly Moore, Billy Ken Rowsey, and Chris Jones. (Not pictured: Starlia Rowsey)