NOMINATE OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEERS FOR CARY ’S VOLUNTEER AWARDS

CARY, NC – They coach youth athletics, work at special events, maintain trails and more, and the Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department (PRCR) is seeking nominations to recognize these outstanding volunteers now through Friday, January 18, 2008.   Nominations are being accepted for the following awards that recognize PRCR volunteers:

• The Don Smith Award – recognizes a volunteer in the Town's athletics programs who demonstrates leadership as well as promotes skill development, sportsmanship, participation and fun

• The Distinguished New Coach Award – recognizes a volunteer who has coached less than five years with the Town of Cary and demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with players, parents, and staff, brings in new ideas, and promotes the Athletics Division philosophy

• The Teen Award – recognizes deserving members of Cary 's Teen Council who demonstrate leadership and a strong interest in community service.  One award will go to a member of the Middle School Teen Council (grades 6-8) and another will go to a member of the High School Teen Council (grades 9-12)

• The Cultural Arts Award – is presented to an individual who lends leadership and support to all aspects of the Town's arts programs, including literacy, performance, and visual arts

• The Multi-Cultural Arts Award – recognizes the individual who is resourceful in promoting the arts and appreciation of other cultures

• The History & Heritage Award – recognizes leadership in preserving and promoting appreciation of Cary ’s history and heritage

• The Senior Award – is presented to an individual with a strong interest and participation in senior activities

• The Environmental & Trails Award – recognizes leadership and effectiveness in advocating environmental conservation as well as the improvement and development of the Town's greenways, trails, and open spaces

• The Herb Young Award – is given to a volunteer with overall outstanding service, leadership, and support for and of the staff and programs of Cary 's Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department

Nomination forms are available at all PRCR staffed facilities and must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 18, 2008 .  Awards will be presented to the winners at the Annual Volunteer Recognition Banquet on February 26, 2008 .  For more, call (919) 469-4061 or visit Volunteer Awards at www.townofcary.org.

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