2009 Community Award Nominations

Every day in our community, citizens of all ages and interests make a positive difference in the lives of others.  Be it through community service projects to help the elderly or to clean up our public spaces, or through financial and in-kind support of worthy causes, we are a community that cares.

In true Upper Arlington tradition, the close of each year brings with it a chance to recall recent events and achievements, and to recognize some of the people and organizations who have contributed to our quality of life in some way.

The City encourages you to show your support for the groups and individuals who make our community a better place to live and work by nominating them for a 2009 Community Award.

Our 2009 Community Awards will be presented in the following categories:
Business – This award recognized an Upper Arlington business that is actively involved in the community through support and participation in community service projects, providing financial or in-kind support for various causes or events, or bringing other significant benefits to the community through its presence in Upper Arlington.

Community Enrichment – The Community Enrichment Award is presented to an individual or group that has spearheaded or is actively involved in a project or program that enhances the City’s quality of life.  Such programs can be in a variety of areas, including the arts, education, recreation, cultural diversity and enhancement of the natural environment.

Community Safety – The Community Safety Award is presented to an individual or group actively involved in programming to raise awareness of or improve the overall health and safety of members of the community, or for a significant one-time act to help others in the community during their moment of need.

Super Senior – Our Super Senior is an individual who continues to be actively involved in his/her community through volunteer service, taking a leadership or participatory role in community programs, and setting a shining example for other seniors to follow.

Youth - Presented to a youth individual or group actively involved in volunteer service, or the participation in and development of community programs to benefit others, and setting an example to other members of Upper Arlington’s youth.

The nomination deadline is Friday, January 8th, 2010.  Nomination forms can be obtained at http://www.uaoh.net or by calling 583-5057.

The 2009 Community Award recipients will be announced at the 2010 State of the City Address, scheduled for Monday, January 25th. We hope to see you there!