This award was established in 2022 to recognize exceptional contributions by an individual or organization to the well-being of North Central Kansas (12-county NCRPC service area) over an extended period of time. The award is made every other year.
How to Make a Nomination
Selection Criteria
The North Central Regional Planning Commission Executive Board of Directors will review nominations and select a recipient. Criteria to be considered in determining the award winner will include the overall impact of the nominee’s accomplishments, the duration of the nominee’s engagement in community/public service activities, and the breadth of involvement in the community/region.*
*Nominees must be from one of the following 12 counties: Clay, Cloud, Dickinson, Ellsworth, Jewell, Lincoln, Marshall, Mitchell, Ottawa, Republic, Saline, and Washington.
Past Recipients
- 2022 – John Cyr, Beloit, KS
- 2024 – Darla Bebber, Miltonvale, KS
- 2024 – Don Landoll, Marysville, KS