Regional Legacy

Recognizes current or historic individuals or organizations who created the vision, championed and led important and significant improvements to the quality of life in the region.
The nominee is recognized as having led the way to the creation of significant and historic benchmark projects, events or programs within the region. Their vision, leadership and/or management is unquestioned. The project/event/program has had multi-generational significance in effecting leisure lifestyle and quality of life.

William Land (2007) (Posthumous) (Missing App) 
The image honors William Land, a former mayor and hotel owner, recognized for his contribution to Sacramento's parks and recreation.
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The image shows a portrait of a man with a beard, wearing a bow tie and suit, set against a dark background.
Donald W. McMurchie (2007) 
The image honors Donald W. McMurchie, an attorney noted for his contributions to recreation, park planning, and community services.
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2007 McMurchie.pdf
George Sim (2008) (Posthumous) 
This image honors George Sim, a key figure in Sacramento's Parks and Recreation, recognized for his contributions to community parks and play.
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2008 George Sims.pdf
The image shows a modern building featuring glass walls and a unique design, likely a public facility or community center.
The image features a sign for the "George Sim Community Center," prominently displayed.
Modern community center building with school-like architecture, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.
The image features a large, architectural building with prominent columns and a detailed facade, set against a clear blue sky.
A scenic view of Wm. Land Park in Sacramento, California, featuring trees, flower beds, and a pond with lily pads.
A tranquil park scene featuring a fountain at the center of a pond, surrounded by lush green trees under a clear sky.
A black-and-white photo showing people rowing boats on a lake, with trees and a cabin in the background. Fun outdoors scene!
A historical photo of a large crowd gathered outside an auditorium, surrounded by trees and early 20th-century architecture.
The image shows a modern building featuring glass walls and a unique design, likely a public facility or community center.
The image features a sign for the "George Sim Community Center," prominently displayed.
Modern community center building with school-like architecture, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.
The image features a large, architectural building with prominent columns and a detailed facade, set against a clear blue sky.
A scenic view of Wm. Land Park in Sacramento, California, featuring trees, flower beds, and a pond with lily pads.
A tranquil park scene featuring a fountain at the center of a pond, surrounded by lush green trees under a clear sky.
A black-and-white photo showing people rowing boats on a lake, with trees and a cabin in the background. Fun outdoors scene!
A historical photo of a large crowd gathered outside an auditorium, surrounded by trees and early 20th-century architecture.
Effie Yeaw (2009) (Posthumous) 
The image honors Effie Yeaw, a pioneering nature educator and activist for the American River Parkway's preservation.
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2009 Effie Yeaw.pdf
The image shows a sign for Effie Yeaw Nature Center, located in the American River Parkway, Sacramento County.
The image features a sign for the Effie Yeaw Nature Center, set against a natural backdrop with stone pillars.
A smiling woman with glasses and dark hair, adorned with flowers, stands against a natural background.
A woman and three children gather near a tree, with one child holding a bird in their hands. The scene captures a moment of curiosity.
The image is a black-and-white portrait of a smiling woman with glasses and a hairstyle featuring pin curls, wearing a blazer.
A group of children is entering the Effie Yeaw Nature Center, a nature education facility.
The image shows a sign for Effie Yeaw Nature Center, located in the American River Parkway, Sacramento County.
The image features a sign for the Effie Yeaw Nature Center, set against a natural backdrop with stone pillars.
A smiling woman with glasses and dark hair, adorned with flowers, stands against a natural background.
A woman and three children gather near a tree, with one child holding a bird in their hands. The scene captures a moment of curiosity.
The image is a black-and-white portrait of a smiling woman with glasses and a hairstyle featuring pin curls, wearing a blazer.
A group of children is entering the Effie Yeaw Nature Center, a nature education facility.
Jo Smith (2011) (Posthumous) (Missing App) 
The image honors Jo Smith for her contributions as an illustrator, author, and environmental advocate, noting her legacy in parks and nature.
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An older woman with glasses stands outside, wearing a light jacket over a white shirt, amidst greenery.
A sign for the Jo Smith Nature Trail at Arcade Creek, indicating directions and a scenic nature area.
An older woman with glasses stands outside, wearing a light jacket over a white shirt, amidst greenery.
A sign for the Jo Smith Nature Trail at Arcade Creek, indicating directions and a scenic nature area.
Frank Cirill (2016) (Missing App) 
The image honors Frank Cirill, recognizing his contributions to conservation and recreation in the American River Parkway.
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Three men in colorful ski suits hold skis, smiling for a photo against a snowy landscape with trees in the background.
A smiling young man in a naval uniform and cap, seated with hands crossed, in a sepia-toned photograph.
A kayak racer paddles in the water while others watch from a nearby inflatable boat. It's a vibrant outdoor scene.
An elderly man smiles warmly, wearing a plaid shirt, with a soft background that emphasizes his friendly expression.
Two male runners participate in a race, with one wearing a number 28 and the other 832, set against a scenic backdrop.
Two cyclists racing on a winding road, one in a blue jersey and white helmet, the other in a yellow helmet, surrounded by greenery.
A smiling skier wearing a bib number 332 stands at a snowy finish line with a Subaru banner in the background.
Three men in colorful ski suits hold skis, smiling for a photo against a snowy landscape with trees in the background.
A smiling young man in a naval uniform and cap, seated with hands crossed, in a sepia-toned photograph.
A kayak racer paddles in the water while others watch from a nearby inflatable boat. It's a vibrant outdoor scene.
An elderly man smiles warmly, wearing a plaid shirt, with a soft background that emphasizes his friendly expression.
Two male runners participate in a race, with one wearing a number 28 and the other 832, set against a scenic backdrop.
Two cyclists racing on a winding road, one in a blue jersey and white helmet, the other in a yellow helmet, surrounded by greenery.
A smiling skier wearing a bib number 332 stands at a snowy finish line with a Subaru banner in the background.
Iris Zimbelman (2017) (Posthumous) (missing app) 
The image honors Iris Zimbelman for her contributions to the Strauss Festival and community, showcasing her legacy and achievements.
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May contain: accessories, earring, jewelry, face, head, person, photography, portrait, necklace, happy, and smile
A brightly lit boat with three people in traditional attire, navigating a dark body of water at night.
May contain: flower, flower arrangement, flower bouquet, plant, rose, face, head, person, photography, portrait, clothing, formal wear, suit, blazer, coat, jacket, dress, adult, bride, female, wedding, and woman
A group of elegantly dressed dancers in blue gowns and tuxedos are performing on stage at night.
A vibrant dance performance with couples in colorful dresses, accompanied by an orchestra in the background.
Children dressed as fairies and a character from a story perform on stage with an orchestra in the background, surrounded by flowers.
The image shows a smiling woman with curly hair, wearing a light blue outfit and a floral brooch.
A performance on stage features dancers in colorful costumes with an orchestra in the background, set in a floral-adorned venue.
A musical performance with dancers in elegant purple outfits on stage, surrounded by flowers and a live orchestra.
A joyful woman with a bouquet of red roses sits in a park, enjoying a lively outdoor event with a crowd around her.
A man and woman in formal attire sitting together on ornate chairs, surrounded by flowers, sharing a warm moment.
A vibrant display of fireworks lighting up the night sky with colorful explosions and trails.
A vibrant dance performance with participants in blue and white outfits, set against a lit backdrop with floral decorations.
A stage performance featuring actors in costumes reminiscent of fairytales, with a focus on a character holding a red apple.
A lively performance featuring dancers in elegant costumes, surrounded by flowers and accompanied by an orchestra.
A lively outdoor performance featuring dancers in elegant blue and white costumes, with a stage backdrop and orchestra visible.
The image features the logo for the Strauss Festival of Elk Grove, depicting a silhouette of a violinist.
May contain: accessories, earring, jewelry, face, head, person, photography, portrait, necklace, happy, and smile
A brightly lit boat with three people in traditional attire, navigating a dark body of water at night.
May contain: flower, flower arrangement, flower bouquet, plant, rose, face, head, person, photography, portrait, clothing, formal wear, suit, blazer, coat, jacket, dress, adult, bride, female, wedding, and woman
A group of elegantly dressed dancers in blue gowns and tuxedos are performing on stage at night.
A vibrant dance performance with couples in colorful dresses, accompanied by an orchestra in the background.
Children dressed as fairies and a character from a story perform on stage with an orchestra in the background, surrounded by flowers.
The image shows a smiling woman with curly hair, wearing a light blue outfit and a floral brooch.
A performance on stage features dancers in colorful costumes with an orchestra in the background, set in a floral-adorned venue.
A musical performance with dancers in elegant purple outfits on stage, surrounded by flowers and a live orchestra.
A joyful woman with a bouquet of red roses sits in a park, enjoying a lively outdoor event with a crowd around her.
A man and woman in formal attire sitting together on ornate chairs, surrounded by flowers, sharing a warm moment.
A vibrant display of fireworks lighting up the night sky with colorful explosions and trails.
A vibrant dance performance with participants in blue and white outfits, set against a lit backdrop with floral decorations.
A stage performance featuring actors in costumes reminiscent of fairytales, with a focus on a character holding a red apple.
A lively performance featuring dancers in elegant costumes, surrounded by flowers and accompanied by an orchestra.
A lively outdoor performance featuring dancers in elegant blue and white costumes, with a stage backdrop and orchestra visible.
The image features the logo for the Strauss Festival of Elk Grove, depicting a silhouette of a violinist.