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Deadline approaching for Reshaping Rochester Award nominations

The deadline is coming up soon for nominations for the 8th annual Reshaping Rochester Awards which will be presented by Community Design Center Rochester on November 8th at the Harro east Ballroom.

Those awards recognize exemplary regional initiatives and projects that positively impact people, neighborhoods, and the community.

Nominations are being sought from the public for two awards:

-The Betty Strasenburgh Award for Activism. Named in honor of the longtime Rochester activist and philanthropist, this award recognizes civic spirit, persistence and determination in turning a vision into reality.

-Robert Macon Award for Urban Innovation. This award honors the late architect’s contributions to the Rochester area.

-The Joni Monroe Award, in honor of the founder and former Executive Director of Community Design Center Rochester. It recognizes efforts that advance the enhancement and vibrancy of the public realm.

Application forms are online now at cdcrochester.org/awards.html.

All materials must be received by noon on Friday, September 14 and may be submitted via e-mail to admin@cdcrochester.org, hand delivered, or mailed to the Community Design Center Rochester, 1115 E. Main St., Door #3B (Box #61), Rochester, NY 14609.

Questions related to the nominations may be directed to the CDC Rochester at 585-271-0520.

The keynote speaker at the November 8th event is internationally known metal sculptor Albert Paley.

Randy Gorbman is WXXI's director of news and public affairs. Randy manages the day-to-day operations of WXXI News on radio, television, and online.