Thursday, March 15, 2012

Seeking Nominations For Green Award

Are you currently involved with a waste reduction or recycling program? McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) would like you to submit a nomination for the 2012 McHenry County Green Awards.  Established in 1994, the award recognizes the waste reduction, recycling and conservation efforts of businesses, institutions, organizations and residents in the County. 

The Green Award is a good reminder of the important role everyone has in improving a community’s environment through waste reduction and recycling.  Nominations should be submitted to Kristy Hecke, Solid Waste Manager at klhecke@co.mchenry.il.us or by fax 815-334-4637. Forms are available online at www.mcdh.info; deadline is March 30th.

Entries will be considered based on environmentally sound waste reduction or recycling efforts, innovation and education.  Award winners will be recognized at the 2012 Public Health Week breakfast on April 16th and at the McHenry County Board meeting on April 17th. 

One award will be chosen from each of the following categories –
Businesses – retail, hotels, restaurants, manufacturing
Institutions – such as schools, hospitals, long term care, government
Organizations – associations, clubs, volunteer groups
Individuals

For additional information, call MCDH at 815-334-4585. 

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