January 20, 2021 3:40 a.m.

The Sutherlin Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for First Citizen Awards.

A release said categories include Man and Woman of the Year, Inspirational Leader, Outstanding Service Award and Outstanding Business.

Nominees should exemplify attributes like:

*Outstanding volunteerism in community service over many years

*Involved in community actives in recent years

*Service in more than one phase of community activity

*Community participation and service or contributions performed outside the nominee’s business, profession or vocation

*Possess a high degree of cooperation in community and civic enterprise

*Contribute recognizable leadership by inspiration and community endeavors

Applications are available at the Sutherlin Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center on West Central Avenue or by going to www.visitsutherlin.com/first-citizen-awards

The deadline for nominations is March 19th. The First Citizen Banquet will be held in late spring. The date will be shared with the announcement of the finalists for the awards.