Beautification Awards &ndash\;Recognizes \;an \;individual \;or \;organization \;for \;new construction \;or restoration \;of existing facilities \;to \;enhance \;the \;area.
\nTown of Gates - Wishing Well at Gates Town Hall
\nTown of Chili - St. Pius Tenth Church \; \;
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\nJoseph Entress Memorial Award &ndash\; Economic Development - ATD Precision
\nRecognizes an individual or organization for on-going improvement encouraging continued economic development in the area.
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\nInnovative Business Award - Pet Spa\, Paws and Play\, Inc.
\nAcknowledges an existing or recent addition to the business community which has stimulated economic growth and commerce\, with regards to product demand and originality of the enterprise or product/service.
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\nCulture and Arts Award - Rotary Club of Gates Chili
\nRecognizes an individual or organization whose talents or patronage has strengthened the understanding\, appreciation and support of art and culture as an integral part of community life.
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\nOutstanding Citizen - Bob Pacer
\nRecognizes an individual located in or servicing the Gates and Chili area\, who has contributed to the betterment of the community.
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\nDream Big Award - Small Business of the Year Award - Giuseppe'\;s \;Italian Restaurant
\nThis award embodies the Spirit of Innovation-they often start small but DREAM BIG. We applaud the example they set\, and the enormous contribution they make to our area&rsquo\;s economy.
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\nYouth Leadership Award - Jordon \;Johnson
\nAcknowledges a youth group or individual (21 years or under) who lives or works in the Gates and/or Chili area who has provided leadership in a business or business association\, community service to others and serves as a role model among their peers.
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\nYoung Professionals Award - Kenneth Kraus
\nThis award honors an emerging leader between the ages of 24 and 36 who demonstrates excellence\, creativity and initiative in their business or profession\, has a proven commitment to service by contributing time and energy to improving the quality of life of others in the community and serves as a role model both personally and professionally.
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\n\;Loretta Simmons Women&rsquo\;s Leadership Award - Jane Ahrens \;
\nNamed after the Chamber&rsquo\;s first president\, this award honors women in leadership roles throughout the area who contribute to the betterment of the community.
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