Festival Award Nominations
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Nominations for the 2024 Imperial Valley Bee Keeper of the Year Award can be made for any individual who is involved in the Bee Community in The Imperial Valley. The individual with the most nominations will be awarded the winner. Previous award winners can be nominated.
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2024 Imperial Valley
Bee Keeper of the Year Award
2024 Westmorland Community
Inspired Busy Bee Award
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The Westmorland Community Inspired "Busy Bee" Award is to recognize Busy Bee's who make a difference in the community of Westmorland. It is not a requirement for nominees to reside in Westmorland in order to be nominated. Nominations should be made for individuals who make a positive impact on the community of Westmorland. ​​
Congratulations to our Past Winners
BEE KEEPER OF THE YEAR
2018: Brent Ashurst
2019: Victor Sanchez
2021: Victor Sanchez
2022: Kenny Ashurst
2023: Brandon Ashurst
BUSY BEE OF THE YEAR
2018: Michael Ginnis
2019: Darlene Berber
2021: Darlene Berber
2022: Bari Smith Bean
2023: Tina Cruz
Voting Rules For Both Awards
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Voting will be available online, and in person at Westmorland City Hall. One vote allowed per person.
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Voting closes Tuesday, November 11, 2024 at midnight.
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The winner will be announced at The Honey Festival on November 16, 2024