Stettler council honours national gold medalist David Bursik.

Stettler town council recognized 15-year-old David Bursik at its Jan. 20 meeting after he won four gold medals at a national meet in Ontario last fall.

Stettler town council welcomed swimmer David Bursik at its Jan. 20 meeting and presented him with a plaque. Bursik, 15, represented the Stettler Tsunamis at a national competition in Ontario last fall and won four gold medals. He lives in Castor but has been part of the Stettler swim club for several years. Bursik attended the meeting with his parents and his coach. Key facts: - The council meeting took place on Jan. 20, when the presentation occurred. - David Bursik is 15 years old and competed for the Stettler Tsunamis at a national meet in Ontario last fall. - He won four gold medals at that national event. - Although he lives in Castor, he has been a member of the Stettler swim club for several years. - Mayor Gord Lawlor presented a plaque and noted the town’s pride in the swimmer; Bursik thanked the swimming community for its support and posed for a photo with council. Summary: The presentation highlighted local recognition of a young athlete’s national accomplishments and the community support behind him. Undetermined at this time.