MURPHYSBORO – The Jackson County Board would like to acknowledge the achievement of William “Bill” Alstat with a life achievement award to a recipient within Jackson County. This annual award will be presented to an individual who has given to the community of themselves as Bill did throughout his life. Bill gave a total of 25 years of his life in service to Jackson County. He served as Chairman of the Jackson County Board for four years during 1994 to 1998, and as a county board member from 1988 to 1992, then 1994 to 2015.
The recipient will be presented the award for one year. The recipient will be given a cash award to be presented to a charity of their choice from the Jackson County Board not to exceed $500. The recipient will be acknowledged with a plaque at a selected monthly Jackson County Board meeting. The recipient’s achievements will be posted on the County board webpage with a photo of the recipient and plaque.
All nominations will be submitted to the Jackson County Board office electronically, in person, or fax by May 1st, 2023. Nominations should consist of contact information and a narrative space for why the individual (nominee) is being nominated for the award, i.e., explaining their contributions to Jackson County and/or their community, fiscally conscientious, initiative, exceeding goals, and milestones.
Requirements to be an awardee are as follows:
- Recognized by peers and community members as a person that gives back and contributes to the community.
- Assist others to excel in leadership within Jackson County.
- Show qualities that were exhibited by Bill Alstat, hardworking, honest, focused, and community oriented.
- Recognized as someone that is or has worked in a government office or government position.
More information and the nomination form can be found on the main page of the Jackson County website at Jackson County, IL | Home (jacksoncounty-il.gov).