Friday, December 5, 2014

Nomination Deadline Extended

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) has extended the deadline to December 15 to submit a nomination for the 2014 McHenry County Green Awards.  The McHenry County Green Awards recognize the waste reduction, recycling and conservation efforts of businesses, institutions, organizations and residents in the County.  These programs reflect new and innovative ways to positively impact our community. Nominations should be sent to Kristy Hecke, MCDH’s Solid Waste Manager at klhecke@co.mchenry.il.us or by fax 815-334-4637.  Forms are available online at www.mcdh.info.  

The McHenry County Green Award is a good reminder of the important role everyone has in improving the environment through waste reduction and recycling.  Entries will be considered based on environmentally sound waste reduction or recycling efforts, innovation and education.  Award winners will be selected by the Solid Waste Advisory Committee, recognized at a future McHenry County Board meeting and posted on the Department of Health’s Solid Waste webpage. One award will be chosen from each of the following categories  
·         Businesses – manufacturing, retail, offices, hotels, restaurants
·         Institutions – schools, hospitals, long term care facilities, government
·         Organizations – associations, clubs, volunteer groups
·         Individuals
Previous award winners are posted on the MCDH webpage www.mcdh.info, Environmental Health, quick link to Solid Waste Program. For additional information, call Kristy Hecke at 815-334-4585. 

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