The Tonkawa chamber of Commerce is seeking nominees for Employee of the Year, citizen of the Year, Lifetime Service Award, Tonkawa Pride and Business of the Year.
The annual banquet will be Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, President Margie Oxford announced.
Nominees should be forwarded to the chamber office at 102 E. Grand by 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6.
An explanation of the awards follow:
Employee of the year -- an employee of a Tonkawa business firm who, during the past year, has displayed a friendly attitude, pleasant personality and an untiring willingness to serve the public, thereby promoting the community.
Citizen of the year -- A Tonkawa area resident who, during the past year, has provided a service which has greatly improved our community in areas of business, beautification, economy, education or culture.
Lifetime service award -- A Tonkawa area resident who, during his/her lifetime, has devoted time and effort to promote the goals, ambitions and commerce of the city and has shown a sincere dedication and love for Tonkawa and its citizens.
Tonkawa Pride award -- A Tonkawa resident who has received state, and/or national recognition in his or her field of endeavor -- such as art, education, politics, business, etc., thereby bringing honor to Tonkawa. this is a special award and does not have to be awarded annually.
Business of the year -- A Tonkawa area business that is engaged in community involvement through leadership, volunteerism and contribution, has received national or state recognition, an/or is a leader in their industry/field.
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