NCTC thinking Arbor Day awards
nominations accepted through March
By News Channel NebraskaNEBRASKA CITY — Nebraska City Tourism & Commerce, Inc., is already accepting nominations for the 2024 Arbor Day Honoree, Tree Planter of the Year, and Prestigious Tree Award.
The Arbor Day Honoree Award is given to an individual or group who has contributed their time and talents in making Nebraska City a better place to live. They exemplify the spirit of J. Sterling Morton and his family with their generosity, vision, compassion, and courage. Past winners have included those who serve Nebraska City through their workplace or their position, through volunteerism, or through social activism.
The Tree Planter of the Year is given to an individual or group who promotes tree planting, conservation, and care in the Nebraska City area.
The Prestigious Tree is one that makes an impact on the landscape of Nebraska City.
“We usually don’t request nominations until the springtime,” said NCTC executive director Amy Allgood, “but we wanted the public to be thinking of who they might like to see recognized this coming spring.”
Nominations will be accepted through the end of March. Award winners will be recognized during the 2024 Arbor Day Festivities, which is scheduled for April 26-28.
Nominations must be submitted in writing and include the name and contact information of the nominee, as well as a short essay highlighting the nominee’s qualifications. Please submit to NCTC, 806 1st Avenue, Nebraska City, NE 68410, or by emailing [email protected].