Council Worker of the Year Awards 2010 - Winners have been announced
The winners have been chosen by you the public! Click on each category to see who has won.
Nikki Toms - WINNER!
Sports Development Officer, Teignbridge District Council
Nikki Toms has blazed a trail for Sports Development over eight hard-working years, the majority with Teignbridge District Council. Locally renowned as the 'Council Angel' for her dedication in making the Decoy Dirt Trails and Concrete Bowl Skate Park the country's first BMX facility to combine dirt jumps, a skate park and BMX racing, Nikki has forged an extra-special relationship with the district's youth. Nikki's exceptional journey, despite the challenges, has had a phenomenal effect on the Council's reputation in the eyes of younger audiences, and looks set to positively influence local youths for many years. Nikki has a passion for hockey, playing in County teams and coaching youngsters as a volunteer. Her commitment is unparalleled, and she has proven outstanding in promoting the widest variety of sporting opportunities. Together with her Sports Science degree, Nikki's energy, passion, commitment and can-do attitude really has turned young people's dreams into reality.
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Community Engagement 2009
A council worker who has found effective ways for their council to engage more with its community -
Working with Young People 2009
A council worker who has shown exceptional dedication in the service of young people -
Lifetime Service 2009
A council worker who deserves recognition for long and outstanding service to their council -
Transformation 2009
A council worker whose work has transformed a project to benefit the community or council -
Innovation 2009
A council worker whose innovative work has benefited the council or the wider community -
Caring 2009
A council worker who has demonstrated outstanding care towards others -
Green Award 2009
An individual who has developed a green initiative that has had a beneficial impact on the environment -
Team of the Year 2009
A council team whose work has shone and stood out above all others -
Leadership 2009
A council worker who has shown great leadership skills and is an inspiration to those around them -
Bravery 2009
A council worker who has demonstrated an exceptional feat of bravery in the course of their daily life