Distinguished Service Awards
The Distinguished Service Award recognizes, honors and thanks people who have given their time, talent and skills to the Denver region, its communities and various DRCOG programs and activities. The 2017 honorees include:
- Sheila Bugdanowitz
- Rick Garcia
- Barry Gore
- Betsy Jacobsen
- Carla Perez
- Roberto Rey
- Jim Riesberg
- Jeanne Shreve
- George Thorn
- Bryan Weimer
- Dace West
Find an album of photos of the Distinguished Service Award winners below.
Metro Vision Awards
The Metro Vision Award recognizes excellence, innovation, collaboration and leadership in problem-solving among communities and their partners. Honorees bring business leaders, elected officials, community advocates and residents together to accomplish more than any partner could achieve alone. The 2017 winners include:
- Charge Ahead Colorado -- Watch a video about this project
- Denver Health Youth Programs -- Watch a video about this project
- City of Brighton and Adams County District Plan -- Watch a video about this project
- Kestrel Project -- Watch a video about this project
- Aurora Natural Helpers -- Watch a video about this project
- Peaks to Plains Trail --Watch a video about this project
- Town of Parker Mainstreet Master Plan and EastMain Vision Plan -- Watch a video about this project
- Westwood Healthy Places -- Watch a video about this project
Find an album of photos of the Metro Vision Awards winners below.
John V. Christensen Award
The John V. Christensen Award is DRCOG's highest accolade and has been presented since 1973. Established in memory of John V. Christensen, a DRCOG founder and Arapahoe County commissioner, it recognizes individuals who promote cooperation and collaboration for the benefit of the region. The 42 honoree is Tom Clark.