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Nominations sought for community awards

Nominations are being sought for awards that recognize efforts by organizations, individuals and businesses to improve the Village through property preservation, sustainability and accessibility. Here are the details:

  • Sustainability: Green Awards recognize specific deeds or actions that embody and advance work toward a sustainable future. Nominations may be submitted on behalf of any person, organization, group or business. The deadline for nominations is Sept. 22. More information and a nomination form are posted at www.oak-park.us/greenawards.
  • Historic Preservation: Nomination categories include restoration, rehabilitation, adaptive use, additions/new construction, stewardship, detail and design. Nominations need not be in a historic district and interior work may be considered in conjunction with exterior work. Deadline for nominations is Oct. 13. More details are at www.oak-park.us/preservationawards.
  • Accessibility: Businesses, organizations and other entities that provide extraordinary accessibility for patrons with disabilities and their families may be nominated for this award. Nominations should be for efforts to provide easy access to people with disabilities, create an inviting physical space and offer a welcoming, helpful, service-oriented attitude. Deadline for nominations is Oct. 20. More details are at www.oak-park.us/accessawards.