FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                      December 20, 2001

Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is seeking nominations for their 2002 Volunteer Awards. Nominees must be volunteers with the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department and meet award criteria. Awards will be given in several categories:

• The Don Smith Award - recognizing 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 - recognizing a person who has coached less than 5 years with the Town of Cary. The recipient demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with players, parents, and staff; brings in new ideas; and promotes the Athletics Division philosophy.
• The Teen Award - will be given to two 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^th-8^th) and another will go to a member of the High School Teen Council (grades 9^th-12^th).
• The Cultural Arts Award - will be 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 – will be given to an 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 will be presented to one 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 - will be 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.

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