Politics & Government
Nominate Gilroy's Greatest Peace Hero
Who does the most to promote peace in Gilroy? Your nominee could win a big award on Aug. 6.
Assemblymember Luis Alejo is looking for a the resident of the 30th District, which includes Gilroy, to give the 2013 California Peace Award.
Nominees should have, over ht past year, contributed to peace in the community, have a strong volunteering record and have remarkable accomplishments in creating a safe environment.
Given Gilroy's ugly track record with gang violence in the first half of 2013, there are certainly people to nominate who have stepped up to help the city return to form.
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Fill out the nomination application above and turn it in by July 23.
If you think you should be nominated, don't be shy, ask a friend to fill out the form for you.
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One nominee from the 30th District, hopefully from Gilroy, will be given the award at a ceremony on Aug. 6 during National Night Out.
Who do you think is the biggest champion of peace in Gilroy? The police department? Volunteer groups? Tell us in the comments!
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