September sizzle applied to more than just the weather Sept. 3. BRC employees were treated to sizzling pulled pork sandwiches, brats and chicken during their annual employee appreciation safety meal. Mashed potatoe s, and baked and green beans put the finishing touches on the meal with ice cream desserts available.

Employees, retirees, customers, contractors, local emergency responders and law enforcement were invited to the 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. event. More than 300 people were served, including nearly 60 guests.

“It was one of the best picnic turnouts we have had,” said John Lucio, carman and safety committee member. “It went well.

Thank you to the safety committee for organizing the event. From left are Thomas Swade, switchman; Phil Matejek, switchman; Sam Canerday, police sergeant; John Lucio, carman; Jeff Mateyack, B&B lead carpenter; Paul Graefen, locomotive engineer; Marge Gonzales, industry clerk; Bob Ward, retired; and Mike Lewis, B&B carpenter.