Assemblyman David DiPietro (R,C,I-East Aurora) recently honored John Kipp, owner of Kipp’s Restaurant on Rt. 16 in South Wales. The assemblyman awarded the certificate in recognition of his service to the community and his embodiment of the values and spirit of western New York.

“John Kipp exemplifies everything that we as a community hold dear. Through his business he has created a center of the town where all are welcome to gather and celebrate their lives,” said DiPietro. “While he is never one to bring himself attention, I specifically wanted to make sure he knew just how appreciative we all are for what he does.”