The DeKalb Citizens’ Environmental Commission is now accepting nominations for the 2022 P.R.I.D.E. (People Responsible for Improving DeKalb’s Environment) Awards.  

The P.R.I.D.E. Awards recognize local residents, organizations, or businesses that have  significantly improved the quality of life in DeKalb through projects, activities, or programs  emphasizing resource conservation, energy efficiency, beautification, waste reduction, or similar  environmental improvements.  

Awards recognizing individuals are referred to as Jim Grosklags P.R.I.D.E. Awards in honor of  James H. Grosklags, based on his long-term service to the community and his unwavering  commitment to improving the environmental quality of DeKalb.  

Those conducting projects or programs aimed at increasing public awareness and knowledge of  specific environmental issues are also eligible for consideration for a P.R.I.D.E. Award. 

The nomination form can be found on the City website HERE. Completed nominations may be sent by regular mail, email, fax, or hand delivered to: 

Scott Zak 

Management Analyst 

DeKalb City Hall 

164 E. Lincoln Highway 

DeKalb, IL 60115 

Email: scott.zak@cityofdekalb.com, Fax: 815-748-2091 

The deadline for receipt of nominations is 3:00 p.m., November 30, 2022.