Lakewood Mayor Accepting Nominations For Inspiration Award

LAKEWOOD, CO — The Lakewood Mayor's Office is calling on residents to submit their nominations for the Mayor's Inspiration Award, which acknowledges people who've made a significant impact in the Lakewood community. Nominations will be open until July 1.

Mayor Adam Paul's office is seeking nominations for people who've made "contributions in community engagement, collaboration, inclusiveness, diversity and innovation."

Multiple awards may be presented in each of the following categories:

• Youth: any individual under the age of 18
• Individual: any individual age 18 or older
• Organization: any business, association, service organization, nonprofit, team or group
• In Memoriam: a special category for Lakewood's 50th Anniversary. Nominate someone who made an impact during his or her time in Lakewood.

A panel of evaluators, Lakewood staff, volunteers and the mayor will evaluate the nominations based on how well the nominees meet the following criteria:

• Civic Engagement and Collaboration - the nominee’s level of civic engagement and use of collaboration that crosses sectors (business, local, government, nonprofits, etc.) and regions that contribute to the success of Lakewood.

• Inclusiveness and Diversity - how has the nominee recognized and involved diverse segments and perspectives as an inspiration to Lakewood?

• Innovation -the nominee’s use of creativity, initiative and how they leverage community resources that exemplify success and have directly impacted the Lakewood community.

• Impact and Value to the Community - what demonstrable, significant and measurable achievements has the nominee made to the Lakewood community?

• Share a Story - share a story with the selection committee including specific examples of why the nominee should be recognized. Include displays of leadership, problem solving and acting as a role model.

To nominate someone you know, submit a form here.