Awarded to a person who has clearly given very special service to ILMEA or to the goals and purposes of ILMEA. The recipient is clearly recognizable statewide and the service for which the Award is given represents a long-range commitment that, in every way, can be considered extraordinary and distinguished.

Please be prepared with contact information for yourself and the nominee as well as the nominee's current resume/vitae (including education and employment); a summary of achievements, contributions or service which qualifies the nominee for this award; and three to five letters in support of the nomination.