Rockland County is now accepting nominations for the 29th Annual County Executive’s Outstanding Environmental Volunteer Award, County Executive Ed Day and the Rockland County Division of Environmental Resources announced this week.
The annual award recognizes Rockland residents who have made significant contributions to protecting and enhancing the county’s natural environment through efforts such as caring for parks, protecting watersheds, promoting waste reduction, and improving community beautification projects.
To be eligible, nominees must be at least 18 years old and reside in Rockland County. Individuals who were nominated in previous years but were not selected are eligible to be nominated again.
The recipient of this year’s award will be honored by County Executive Day during a tree dedication ceremony at Kennedy Dells Park on October 8, 2026.
Nominations must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 28. Residents seeking additional information can contact the Division of Environmental Resources at 845-364-2670 or by email at ENV@co.rockland.ny.us.
