By John Gallagher, Senior Task Force member
Every year, the Senior Task Force chooses two seniors, one man and one woman, to recognize with the Senior of the Year Award as an honor for their selfless service. Every year we receive many nominations, and every year, and it is difficult to choose just two individuals.
Please take a moment to think of those special individuals you would like to nominate. These may be neighbors, friends, relatives, church members or local citizens, any of the countless self-sacrificing seniors who serve when no one knows about it. The only criteria are nominees must be 65 years or older, and a Naperville resident who gives back selflessly. We look forward to meeting these hidden gems of our community.
Naperville mayor Scott Wehrli will recognize Senior of the Year Award recipients at the City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 17 in Council Chambers at the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle Street and NCTV17 will broadcast the presentation.
To submit a nomination, send the Email by way of the nomination form, available at naperville.il.us/seniortaskforce to jjmg4423@comcast.net or mail it to John Gallagher, 23W 271 Creek Court, Naperville, IL 60540-9430. Feel free to add photos, articles, and anything that will enhance your nominee’s information. All nomination submissions are due August 31. For questions, call 630-362-5105.
Thanks so much for finding these special Naperville seniors!
—City of Naperville government