Neighbor of the Year: Most of us know someone who goes the “extra mile” to make their neighborhood a better place - maybe a neighbor who always shows up to help with neighborhood activities, a person who has devoted time and talent in service to their neighbors, neighborhood and community, or someone who makes sure everyone feels included.

2021 Neighbor of the Year award recipient Melvin Robinson
2022 Neighbor of the Year award recipient: Alice Kaul

Neighborhood of the Year:  A neighborhood may be nominated for this award based on its projects or activities that create physical or social improvements to the neighborhood, build or enhance neighborhood cohesion, or improve the ability of a neighborhood organization to better serve its community.

2021 Neighborhood of the Year award recipient: Hamilton Estates Homeowners Association
2022 Neighborhood of the Year award recipient: Courtyyards at the Oaks Homeowners Association

Any resident-led neighborhood or resident of Derby can be nominated for these awards. A panel of judges will determine the winners. Each honoree will receive an award certificate, have their name added to a plaque in City Hall, and have the Mayor and/or City Council member(s) attend an event held by their neighborhood.

Any projects or activities carried out on or before September 15, 2023, can be nominated. Nomination forms are available now:

• Neighbor of the Year
• Neighborhood of the Year

The nomination deadline is September 29, 2023.