Awards
2007 Neighborhood Leadership Award
The Neighborhood Leadership Awards Banquet is an annual
event that celebrates the accomplishments of neighborhood associations and
community advocates. The Banquet recognizes grass root leaders that have worked
diligently with their neighbors, city, and community at large to improve the
quality of life in their neighborhoods. Over 200 citizens, civic, and
government leaders attend this event every year. For 2007, the City of
The Neighborhood Leadership Banquet features five major awards:
Mayors Award: This is the highest honor given to a citizen advocate who has contributed tirelessly in improving their neighborhood for over a period of years.
Ted Bannon Brick Award: Presented to a citizen advocate that exhibits neighborhood advocacy. This person has been vocal about issues in the neighborhood and has worked with elected officials and local administration for positive change.
Richard ‘Fuzzy’ Lenz Award: Presented to a neighborhood association that has shown a positive commitment to improving the environment in their neighborhood.
Business Award: Presented to a business that has demonstrated commitment and partnership with surrounding neighborhood associations to improve the community at large.
Youth Award: Presented to a youth under the age of 18 that has worked with adults and peers in improving their community.