America in Bloom symposium accepting 2014 Community Awards nominations

The awards honor cities and organizations that have led efforts to beautify their communities.

The America in Bloom symposium is accepting nominations for the 2014 Community Awards program.

The program honors cities, and organizations within cities, that are helping to beautify their communities. Eligible groups include: cities, townships, business districts, college and university campuses, military installations, and identifiable sections of large cities.

In the past, civic and private organizations have combined to champion a city in the program. Organizations that have led efforts have included: travel bureaus, garden clubs, garden centers, greenhouses, consortiums of horticultural businesses and many more.

The deadline for registration is Feb. 28. To register, or for more information, visit the AIB website.