Friday deadline for William D. Barth Award nominations
Nominations for the 2015 William D. Barth Award must be received by Friday, Sept. 25.
A nomination form is available, but is not required if equivalent information is submitted. All Barth Award nominations must be submitted in writing.
The 2015 William D. Barth Award will be presented from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at Riverside Receptions, 35 N. River Lane, Geneva. The event features a buffet dinner and cash bar. There is no cost to attend, though donations are appreciated.
The award was established in 1985 and recognizes one individual each year that has made a significant and positive impact, through community service, on the central Kane County area. The honor is given to an individual whose belief in the community and concern for those living here is shown by an ongoing involvement in community life. The recipient will have worked for the community by participating in activities affecting the quality of life in the Tri-City area.
These include civic, service, charitable, educational, cultural, youth and recreational organizations, as well as church and government. Lastly the resident selected will also be someone recognized as a community leader by his/her peers.
The Barth Award is sponsored by TriCity Family Services to honor the memory of William D. Barth. Bill Barth was a founder of TriCity Family Services and a dedicated community leader.
Send nominations to Jennifer Downing, TriCity Family Services, 1120 Randall Court, Geneva, IL 60134. Fax (630) 232-1471 or email jdowning@tricityfamilyservices.org. Call (630) 232-1070, ext. 138 with questions or for more information.
Previous Barth Award winners are: Joanne Spitz, 2014; Fred Norris, 2013; Carolyn Sprawka, 2012; Sarah Kimber, 2011; 2010: James Kintz, 2010; Mary Lu O'Halloran, 2009; Pam Mann, 2008; Doris Hunt, 2007; Cris Anderson, 2006; Steve Lillie, 2005; Peg Halladay, 2004; Vernon Oie, 2003; Melinda Hinners, 2002; Darlene Marcusson, 2001; Betsy Penny, 2000; Marjorie Hissong, 1999; Robert Hawse, 1998; Carol Rosene, 1997; Ralph & Lucile Little, 1996; Vernon Guynn, 1995; Howard Wallin, 1994; James Abbot, 1993; Joanne Hansen, 1992; Max Hunt, 1991; Russell Forkins, 1990; Nellie Wood, 1989; Nancy Temple, 1988; Glen Haines, 1987; Jim McCausland, 1986; and Frank Burgess, 1985.