KOR Leadership Awards
2011
In April 2011, there was a train accident near Olivet. The accident left more than 1,500 tons of grain, dirt and sand that needed dispersed. The materials were scheduled to be disposed of in a Subtitle-D landfill. However, Jeff Beyer had a better idea: through his efforts that materials was composted in Coffey County. As a landfill supervisor, Jeff has continually found new ways to turn waste into useable, and productive, materials.
2010
When given this award, his colleagues said Todd Bemis was the backbone of Coffey County Recycling. His efforts helped start the program, make it viable and have kept it running in Coffey County. Todd was with Coffey County for more than 20 years, implemented a comprehensive e-waste program and routinely found ways to increase the amount of material the county recycled.
2009
As Coordinator of the Northwest Regional Recycling Program, Lynette Koon has helped boost recycling in eight Kansas counties. Through her efforts, each of these counties has recycling drop-off and collection centers. Her efforts have helped cities and counties find low-cost ways to implement recycling programs. Ms. Koon has been a speaker at KOR Conferences.
2008
Governor Kathleen Sebelius was a strong proponent of recycling and waste reduction efforts. Her Executive Directive 07-373 asked that all state offices establish recycling programs. This directive showed that her commitment to recycling was not just something she preached, but when she had an opportunity to make a difference, she took the opportunity.
2007
As an Elementary School student, Stacy Wade began collecting and recycling metals. Her efforts earned her national recognition including being invited to participate in the Energy Efficiency Forum in Washington, D.C. In April of 2007, the Kansas Legislature honored Stacy for her efforts, recognizing her with Senate Resolution 1879.