Lompoc teen Lazaro Pérez saved a seven-year-old boy from drowning at Lake Nacimiento last month.
On Tuesday, his heroism was recognized during the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors' meeting.
District 3 Supervisor Chris Lopez honored Pérez, 13, with a ceremonial resolution.
"What you showed that day was true leadership and selflessness," said District 5 Supervisor Mary Adams.
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Lompoc teen to be honored for saving boy at Lake Nacimiento
