Citizen of the Year

This award, presented annually to an individual (or couple), celebrates individuals whose volunteerism, outstanding service, and dedication have made a significant contribution to the community. In doing so, the nominees are an inspiration to others.

To Nominate

If you have a friend, neighbor, or relative you feel has given unselfishly to help others, or who meets any of the following criteria, please submit the form below.

Qualities to consider are as follows:

  • A person who continually volunteers his or her time, dedication, and talents to the town and its residents to make Sodus a great place to live, work, and play.
  • A person who has made a positive difference to the lives of fellow citizens.
  • Someone who is dedicated to Sodus and is concerned for others. He/She may serve on service, school, church, or community committees.
  • A person who has shown a willingness to work with other Sodus residents, who is enthusiastic about the town and its citizens, and who works continually toward the betterment of the community.

*Volunteer work should not be affiliated with their place of work.

In choosing the recipient, regard will be given to the nominee’s achievements in the year immediately prior to receiving the award, as well as his/her past achievements and ongoing contributions to the community. The nominee does not have to be a member of the Sodus
Chamber of Commerce or the business community. A nominee need only be nominated once to be considered.

Nominate Online

I nominate the following individual for consideration to receive the Sodus Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award:

This nomination for the Sodus Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year Award is based on the following: significant achievements, recognition or honors, community activities, greatest strengths, and special qualities, so please be specific.

Nominate by Mail

Download and print the nomination form and return to:

Sodus Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 187
Sodus, NY 14551

Past Winners

2024

Karen Toor

2023

Patty Paprocki

2022

Sandra Hamilton

2022

Sandi Hamilton

2021

Randy Crandall

2020

Bette Bugni

2019

Tom and Joan Miller

2018

Bill and Sherri Kallusch

2017

Catherine Kelly

2016

Bruce and Edith Farrington

2015

Rita and Bill Lesniak

2014

Bill and Becky Mckee

2013

Betty Mayou

2012

Mary Ann Riker

2011

Ron & Alice Bill

2010

Donna McAdoo

2009

Sheila Fisher

2008

Penny Shockley

2007

Pauline Dodge

2006

Mary & Ernie Piekunka

2005

Joe Schell

2004

Laurie McFaul-Frey

2003

Charles & Elaine Costello

2002

Sandra Hall

2001

Mike & Brenda Garlock

2000

Donna Chittenden

1999

Dorothy Schinsing

1998

Audrey Ferris

1997

Don & Jude Buchwald

1996

John Cook

1995

William Stirling

1994

Dort Johnson

1993

Elizabeth Bellinger

1992

Dwen Giljam

1991

Dan & Sharon Uchinger

1990

Don Fisher

1989

Claude & Harriet Perry

1988

Bill Huff

1987

John Verhow

1986

Lew Mayeu

1985

Len Pilaroscia

1984

Albert Dobbin

1983

George Gushue

1982

Esther Sprong

1981

Cecil Goulette

1980

Roger Lagasse

1979

Nan Hanna Paquin

1978

Godfrey Malchoff

1977

O.K. Meulendyke

1976

Ken & Dort Johnson

1975

David & Marge Mc Cleery

1974

Merle & Shirley Cunningham

1973

Ralph Coryell

1972

Philip Michlin

1971

George Arney

1970

Mr. & Mrs. Preston Gaylord

1969

Edwin Murphy

1968

Anthony Bushart