From the Monrovia City Manager's weekly report:
The City of Monrovia, Department of Community Services, is now accepting nominations for the 2013 Older American of the Year Award.
This award is presented to a Monrovian 60 years of age or older, working or retired, and still actively involved in volunteer service in Monrovia. The Older American Award honors and encourages older individuals to remain active in the community.
Nomination applications must be returned by Monday, April 1. A committee will review the applications and select an award recipient by Monday, April 8. For additional information, please contact the Department of Community Services at (626) 256-8246.
The City of Monrovia will recognize the Older American Award recipient at the following events:
Senior Recognition Luncheon
- Date: Thursday, April 18
- Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Location: Monrovia Community Center, 119 West Palm Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016
The 48th Annual Older Americans Recognition Day Awards Program
- Date: TBD
- Time: 11:30 a.m.
- Location: Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Music Center Grand Hall, 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012
For additional information, please feel free to contact me at (626) 256-8232 or via e-mail at rromero@ci.monrovia.ca.us.
Betty Sanford was named Monrovia's Older American of the year in 2011. Mark Still took home the honor in 2012.
