February 2021 Update - Beginning in 1980, and now on every second year, CRA honors a prominent Carmel person by naming him or her Citizen of the Year. Candidates have, through their service, enhanced the lives of citizens of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Candidates have, through their service, enhanced the lives of citizens of Carmel-by-the-Sea. All nominees, either resident or business community members, must live in Carmel-by-the-Sea or its Sphere of Influence. The deadline for receipt of nominations is February 15th, 2021. See the criteria for and process for nominations below. Our 26th Citizen of the Year awards ceremony, in normal times, is held in the Spring at the Carmel Woman’s Club and this gathering is open to the public. Traditionally this mid-afternoon ceremony includes local & regional leaders – providing additional recognition and appreciation for our awardee, along with munchies and beverage – provided by local businesses. Watch for future issues of The Voice or News You Can Use for the time and place of this celebratory gathering. Plus - If you can contribute to this program, beyond nominations please email [email protected]. Members of the committee will reach out to you shortly. The Candidate
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Roster of Prior Honorees: (up through 2019) This coming year’s Honoree will join a long list of distinguished citizens recognized for their efforts on behalf of our city. A sampling of prior honorees here Purple text above reflects the 2021 specific content....and will be updated annually. Previous issues of The Voice included coverage of Citizen of the Year....if you'd like to go to the Archives and read more on this program history and it's winners. Check out issues : March 2010, April 2010, January 2011, March 2011, January 2013, November 2014, January 2015, February 2017, January 2019 and January 2021. |