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.