Each December at a festive after hours event, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber recognizes the men and women who are committed to making Chapel Hill-Carrboro a thriving, healthy and sustainable community.
Enjoy a live performance by the Community Chorus Project and enjoy delicious refreshments.
Join us in celebrating:
Fred & Sylvia Black; Citizens of the Year
Betty McGinnis, Ronald McDonald House Volunteer; Jim Gibson Volunteer of the Year
Chief Dan Jones, Town of Chapel Hill Fire Chief; Town & Gown Award
Rev. John Manley, pastor emeritus, First Baptist Church; Irene Briggaman Lifetime Achievement Award
Also, join us in recognizing the outstanding men & women in public service:
Officer Erasmo Velzquez, Jr; Carrboro Police Officer of the Year
Officer James David; UNC Public Safety Employee of the Year
Investigator Patrick Gilchrist, Chapel Hill Police Officer of the Year
Cheryl Kornegay; Orange County EMS Employee of the Year
Deputy Marcus Gamez; Orange County Sheriff Employee of the Year
Master Firefighter Jacob Sinkiewicz; Chapel Hill Firefighter of the Year
Relief Driver Christophir Smith; Carrboro Firefighter of the Year
The event is free to attend and open to the public. No registration required. Refreshments are provided.