I agree whole heartedly, Daryl Andersen On Monday, August 6, 2007, at 03:52 PM, Donna Buell wrote: Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFFI nominate former DNR Director, Jeff Vonk, for the public service award. Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFF  Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFFDonna Buell Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFF  Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFF  Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFF  Times New Roman0000,0000,FFFF  < Times New Roman From:Iowa Discussion, Alerts and Announcements [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf OfJim H Clark Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 3:46 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Award nominations Times New Roman  Times New RomanPlease consider nominating someone for an award.   Winners will be presented with their award at the 2007 annual dinner on Saturday, September 22. Times New Roman  Times New RomanIOWASIERRA CLUB AWARDS Iowa Chapter honors activists and volunteers for their efforts to protect the environment.   Times New RomanDeadline for nominations is August 20, 2007 Times New RomanThe nomination must include: Times New RomanAward Category Times New RomanName of nominee Times New RomanAddress and phone number of nominee Times New RomanStatement of why you think the nominee should receive the award Times New RomanYour name, address and phone number. Times New Roman  Times New RomanIf it is a group nomination give the name of a contact person. The Chapter Executive Committee will review nominations and nominations received after the deadline may not be considered. Times New RomanSubmit nominations by Email if possible by August 20 to Neila Seaman at [log in to unmask] or by mail to Sierra Club, 3839 Merle Hay Road, Suite 280, Des Moines, IA 50310. Award Categories Distinguished Service - For a Club member who has shown service to the Club over a number of years. This is the Iowa Chapter's highest award. Activist Award - For a member who has served the Club in any capacity during the past year in a way that greatly promoted the goals and purposes of the Iowa Chapter of Sierra Club. Business Service Award - For a business or individual in business who has contributed significantly to environmental issues directly affecting Iowa. Environmental Journalism - For a person working in the news media who has contributed significantly to environmental understanding at a community, county, or state level. Steward of the Land Award - For a farmer or other individual whose agricultural practices promote soil conservation and/or other environmentally positive results. Public Service Award - For a legislative or governmental employee or appointee who has contributed significantly to environmental issues directly affecting Iowa. Environmental Educator Award - For an educator at any level of education who has contributed significantly to an increased understanding of the environment. Grassroots Award - For any individual whose contributions have resulted in significant change regarding the environment in a local community.