2009 City of Lakewood Sustainability Awards

Special Recognition

Sara Schweitzberger
Bear Creek Lake Park Earth Day Clean-up

Sara is being recognized for her efforts to coordinate volunteers for the annual Earth Day cleanup at Bear Creek Lake Park. Last year, Sara's efforts and outreach helped recruit more than 120 volunteers who completed projects ranging from wetland restoration, bridge building, invasive weed eradication, trail improvements, and a butterfly garden.

Devinny Elementary Student Council
Devinny Knights are Going Green

The Devinny Elementary School Student Council has been promoting sustainability through waste reduction by selling reusable grocery bags. The bags are sold to students' friends and families to encourage using reusable bags in place of plastic sacks. The Student Council has sold over 250 bags this year.

Stephanie McDaniel
Recycling at Jefferson County Open School

Stephanie McDaniel is a model for sustainable practices in her school activities and at home. Stephanie manages her school's recycling program, has taught a class on how to be green, and led sessions to teach others about environmental issues. Stephanie's personal transportation, water use, and food choices also demonstrate her commitment to sustainability.

Lakewood High School
Environmental Club

The Lakewood Environmental Club formed four years ago with the goal of providing recycling services for the entire high school. In the last two years, the club has expanded to include an inter-club street cleanup and a partnership focusing on conservation with the Federal Center. This year the club will host an Environmental Week that will include a variety of activities for students to become aware of environmental issues.

2009 Sustainability Award Winners

Mayor's Award

Defender of the Planet

Community Sustainability

Eco-Employee

Special Recognition

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