(photo courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills)

The Beverly Hills Recreation and Parks Commission recently recognized Elliot Heffler for more than 30 years of service as umpire-in-chief for the city’s adult sports leagues. Commissioner Judie Fenton (left) and Susan Mishler joined honoree Heffler, commission Chairwoman Alissa Roston, Vice Chairman Julian Javor and Commissioner Amie Sherry for the presentation. Heffler helped build the city’s team of umpires, focusing on keeping the leagues’ players safe and collaborating with city staff on recommendations to enhance the league. He was instrumental in monitoring and updating league rules and policies, fostering positive relationships and providing constructive feedback to make the league more attractive to the community, according to the commission. Heffler was recognized for his years of service and for his commitment and dedication to the health and well-being of the league’s participants.