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Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award Nomination
Joe B. Avery, a former member of the Arkansas City Human Relations Commission, passed away in 2008. In recognition of his dedication to the community, the Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award was established in his honor. Joe was also the first recipient of the award that now bears his name.
Throughout his life, Joe was committed to creating and supporting resources that improved the quality of life for Arkansas City residents. His legacy lives on through this annual award, which honors individuals, groups, or organizations who embody his spirit of service, leadership, and community impact.
Nominate Someone Today
To nominate an individual, group, or organization for the 2025 Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award, please download and complete the nomination form. Forms must be submitted by August 1, 2025.
Return completed forms to:
Community Spirit Award Committee
c/o Tiffany Parsons, City Clerk
City of Arkansas City
118 W. Central Ave.
Arkansas City, KS 67005
or email to tparsons@arkansascityks.gov
PAST RECIPIENTS
2009 — Joe B. Avery and Bruce Watson
2010 — Dr. Nick Rogers
2011 — Pastor James Watson Jr.
2012 — James Fry
2013 — Curtis Freeland
2014 — Delphia Jennings
2015 — Kerry Schnackenberg
2016 — Jim and Carol Owens
2017 — Carlla Pike, Kalin Taylor, and Rob Carroll’s Sandblasting & Painting
2018 — Christopher and Mitchell Gingher
2019 — Jill Hunter
2020 — Mike Evinger
2021 — Anita Judd-Jenkins and Foss Farrar
2022 — Rags Smith
2023 — Robin Henderson
2025 — Angels in the Attic and Tammy Lanman-Henderson.