Nominations for 2012 Golden Leaf Awards Nearing Deadline

Durham residents are undeniably passionate about the look and feel of their community - research indicates it is among the things residents feel is important by a ratio of four to one.

Now residents who believe certain Durham properties have outstanding curb appeal are encouraged to submit a nomination for the 2012 Golden Leaf Awards for Community Appearance by the July 30th deadline.

The Durham City-County Appearance Commission and Keep Durham Beautiful Inc., in association with the Environmental Affairs Board, are seeking nominations from the community for properties that raise the bar for excellence in design and maintenance in Durham.

The deadline to submit nominations is July 30. Nominations may be submitted in the following categories:

• Small Scale Residential Properties Award

• Large Scale Residential Properties Award

• Commercial Properties Award

• Community Properties Award

• Landscape Award

• Keep Durham Beautiful Award

• Sustainable Properties Award

• People’s Choice Award

Visit the Durham Golden Leaf website to review the complete list of categories, submission criteria, and nominations forms.