Nominate Tobay's Next Women of Distinction

Nominations for the Town of Oyster Bay’s 17th annual “Women of Distinction” awards program are now being accepted.

There are eight categories to choose from, and winners will be recognized at an awards ceremony in 2015. To nominate a candidate, fill out a form and submit it to the town. Forms are available at libraries throughout the town, at Town Hall or online.

“Anybody is welcome to submit an application, including those who have done so in the past and whose candidate was not selected,” Supervisor John Venditto said.

Women who either live or work in the Town of Oyster Bay may be nominated in the following categories:

1. Arts: Woman who has contributed to the cultural life of the community through theatre, dance, music, art or literature.
2. Business: Professional woman in a position as owner, CEO or high-level manager of a business or industry.
3. Community and Civic Affairs: A leader, supervisor, administrator, manager or member who has made a contribution to the community.
4. Education: A woman educator, administrator or director of a public or private institution of learning who has been outstanding in the field.
5. Government: A woman who has made an outstanding contribution to the community through her work in or with local government.
6. Health Services: An individual who has made an outstanding contribution in the health services field.
7. Humanitarian: An outstanding woman who has made a contribution to the community. This individual may or may not be affiliated with a commercial, professional or non-profit agency or group.
8. Volunteer: A woman who has made an outstanding contribution in serving the needs of others.