FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                                             December 8, 2003

 

Nominations Being Accepted for Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department’s Volunteer Awards

 

Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is seeking nominations for their annual 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 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 – 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 6-8) and another will go to a member of the High School Teen Council (grades 9-12).

§         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.  

Volunteer Awards Nomination Forms are available at all Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources’ staffed facilities.  All nomination forms must be turned in by Friday, January 9, 2004 .  Awards will be presented to the winners at the Volunteer Recognition Banquet on February 24, 2004 .
 

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PRIMARY CONTACTS:

Judy Newsome, Recreation Projects Coordinator, (919) 469-4065
Meredith Bridgers, Marketing Specialist, (919) 462-3960

 

Town of Cary Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources                  (919) 469-4061

PO Box 8005; Cary , NC 27512-8005                                                                        fax (919) 469-4344