March 11, 2020 (Moscow, Idaho) -- The City of Moscow is seeking nominations for the 2020 Mayor's Earth Day awards.  Since 2006, the awards have recognized Moscow residents for sustainable practices that foster environmental sustainability through conservation, recycling, reuse, construction/design, and public education. Potential categories for the awards include:

• Individuals
• Businesses
• Students/Schools
• Non-profit
• Service Organizations
• Government
• Building/Development
• Green Visionaries (long-range environmental objectives)
• Green Neighbors (from nearby communities). 

Worthy candidates who don't fit into these categories will also be considered. 

Nominations should include the names of the nominator and nominee, contact information for both, and a brief description of why the nominee is worthy of recognition. 

Nominations are due by Mar. 23, 2020, at 5 pm and may be submitted by letter to the City of Moscow, Administration Department (Attn: Sustainable Environment Commission), P.O. Box 9203 Moscow, ID 83843, or by email to the Sustainable Environment Commission at sec@ci.moscow.id.us.  The Sustainable Environment Commission will forward recommendations to Mayor Bill Lambert, who will determine the award winners.

For more information, please contact Kelli Cooper, Environmental Education and Sustainability Specialist at 208-883-7122.