Nominations for Disability Advocates of the Year Open Now

The City of Tacoma’s Commission on Disabilities is calling for nominations for the 2014 Disability Advocate of the Year Awards.

The awards, which are given annually, recognize individuals or businesses that have had a positive impact on the quality of life for people with disabilities in the community through business, volunteerism and profession.

Nominations are open now through Aug. 8. Eligibility requirements and the nomination forms are available online atcityoftacoma.org/disabilityadvocacy or in person from the City of Tacoma Neighborhood and Community Services, 747 Market St., Room 836.

Award recipients will be honored at a Tacoma city council meeting in October and at the Tacoma Area Commission on Disabilities Annual Awards Event in December. 

If you have questions or would like information in an alternative format, please contact Gail Himes atghimes@cityoftacoma.org or call her at (253) 591-5785, or TTY (253) 591-5153.