Maine Township has issued a call for nominations for the Sgt. Karen Lader Memorial Good Citizen's Award. The winner, who will be recognized at the Maine Township Annual Town Meeting on April 10, 2012, will receive a plaque and a monetary award including a $100 US Saving Bond donated by International Bank.

Sgt. Lader, a Maine Township resident and well-respected member of the Cook County Sheriff's Police for 15 years, went above and beyond to help with Maine Township's Neighborhood Watch program and National Night Out Against Crime. She also worked on Special Olympics and animal rescue. Sgt. Lader lost her life to a courageous battle with cancer on May 15, 2010.

"In an effort to recognize all the value that Sgt. Lader brought to this community, the award will be presented to a resident who has demonstrated strong support and dedication to Maine Township," said Carol Teschky, Maine Township Supervisor. "We are looking for that person who has gone above and beyond in service to others."

Last year, Des Plaines resident Audrey Nankervis received the award for her volunteer work including her efforts with National Night Out, Neighborhood Watch, Center of Concern, and PADS, among many others. "We have many other wonderful people in the township and now we need your help to find the one most deserving of the honor this year," said Maine Township Trustee Susan Moylan Krey.

You can download a nomination form or call 847-297-2510 for more information. Forms are also available at the Maine Township Town Hall.

Nomination forms should be mailed to Maine Township Trustee Susan Moylan Krey, at Maine Township Town Hall, 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068. They may also be faxed to her at 847-297-1335. The deadline to submit nominations is March 22, 2012.