Stormwater Awards nominations:

The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission is accepting nominations for the 7th annual Stormwater Awards program. The five categories are: Stewardship of the Year, Community of the Year, BMP Project/Development of the Year, Stormwater Manager of the Year, Media Award. The annual program recognizes individuals, communities, groups and others advocating, implementing or monitoring projects and programs that improve Lake County watersheds, natural resources and exemplary flood mitigation practices. Nominations are due Oct. 1. For information, visit http://www.lakecountyil.gov/Stormwater.