Nominations open for 2024 Spirit of Ianelli Award

PLATTSBURGH | The Sunrise Rotary Mayor's Cup Regatta & Festival Committee is currently seeking nominations from the community for their prestigious 2024 "Spirit of Ianelli" Award. SPIRIT OF IANELLI AWARD The "Spirit of Ianelli" Award was established in 2010 in honor of the late Mayor John Ianelli, former Mayor of the City of Plattsburgh and co-founder of the Mayor's Cup Regatta in 1978. This honor is bestowed upon one individual or individuals – sailor or landlubber – who exemplifies the same "community does matter" spirit that inspired Mayor Ianelli over 45 years ago, empowering our lake community to thrive, not only on race day, but every day. Seven-year-old Mia Taylor from Peru was named the 2023 "Spirit of Ianelli" Award honoree. Mia, with the help of her mother, created "Mia's Spreading Love Mission" on Facebook. Mia's missions have spread love in the community in a variety of different ways. Last year Mia personally volunteered at local nursing homes, organized school supply drives, coordinated Christmas and Easter drives, donated hats and gloves to local classrooms, raised money to support local book fairs, and sent birthday cards to nursing home residents, community members facing serious illnesses, and others that needed a reason to smile and know they are not forgotten. "Mia's spirit for giving is amazing," said Sunrise Rotary President Jim Snook. "Her passion and energy for giving to those in need sets an example for all of us in the community – of all ages. Mia truly does embody the 'community does matter' spirit." 2024 NOMINEES Nominations should be submitted no later than Thursday, May 30 to joannedahlen@gmail.com. Include your name and phone number, as well as, your nominee's name, address, and phone number, and provide specific examples that illustrate their community spirit and dedication to protect and enhance the wonderful quality of life we enjoy in the North Country. The 2024 honoree will be announced at the Sunrise Rotary Mayor's Cup Regatta Award Ceremony on Saturday, July 6 at the Plattsburgh City Marina.

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