Environmental award open

The Calabasas Environmental Commission is accepting nominations for the 2006 Carl Gibbs Environmental Excellence Award. The award is a symbol of commitment to California's environment. It honors individuals, businesses, municipalities, government agencies, organizations and institutions which work to benefit the environment.

Also recognized are voluntary activities by companies and organizations, big and small, private and nonprofit, that result in cleaner air or water, less waste, less traffic, conservation of natural resources, efficient water-conserving landscaping or reduced use of hazardous materials.

Nominations are welcomed from individuals, companies, government agencies, consultants, educators, researchers and students. The awards committee considers measurable improvements to environmental quality, creativity, environmental achievements, commitment to protecting the environment, promoting community involvement and other core values of the award.

Nomination forms are available online at the city's website, www.cityofcalabasas.com.

The nomination forms should be sent via mail to Alex Farassati, Environmental Services manager, City of Calabasas, 26135 Mureau Road, Calabasas, CA 913023172. Forms may be e-mailed to afarassati@cityofcalabasas.com or faxed to (818) 878-4205.