Freeborn County officials would like to remind the public that the nomination process for the second annual Rose Olmsted Advocacy Award closes on Monday. The award recognizes Rose Olmsted’s 38 years of distinguished service with the county and is in recognition of the advocacy provided by Olmsted. This service was provided on a county, state and national level for victims of child abuse, sexual assault, crime, domestic violence and their loved ones. In addition, this award recognizes her work on behalf of individuals and communities looking for ways to find resiliency after disasters.

A plaque will be given to the award recipient in April. The recipient of the award will be a Freeborn County citizen professional or volunteer whose advocacy for an individual, family or a community exemplifies service to others. The core values of social work will serve as the foundation of the award. These values include service, social justice, importance of human relationships, integrity and competence.

Nomination forms can be picked up at the office of Freeborn County Administration or can be found on the Freeborn County website at www.co.freeborm.mn.us. The nomination form must be returned to the office of Freeborn County Administration by Feb. 1. For more information call 507-377-5116.