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2026 Award Nomination Criteria

Each year Portland Bicycling Club members nominate individuals they believe have shown exceptional effort on the club’s behalf over the course of the year. The nominations are made prior to the end of December, and the awards banquet is held  early in the subsequent year. The awards committee, comprised of past winners of the Jim Mooney Member of the Year Award, selects the winners. The club has certain criteria for a nominee to be considered in a variety of categories. Each nominee must meet all qualifications to receive the award:

  1. Jim Mooney Award(Member of the Year):
  • Is currently a member in good standing and has been active in PBC since at least January 2024, and
  • Accumulated 1,000 or more club miles in 2026, and
  • Served as a ride leader sometime during 2026, and
  • Participated as an event volunteer in at least one special event in 2026, and
  • lf a board officer, then contributed beyond that of assigned duties in promoting PBC.
  1. Valued Member:

To be eligible a member must have contributed to PBC in an outstanding manner during 2026 but may not meet qualifications for Member of the Year (above).

  1. Volunteer of the Year:

Member in good standing who has contributed during 2026 in any of the following capacities:

  • Worked as an event coordinator, or
  • Volunteered for any event (but not necessarily coordinator), or
  • Served as an active ride leader, or
  • Held either board or committee position, or
  • Participated actively in club activities.

Nominee’s recognition can be for one outstanding contribution or as an ongoing participant. Award is not restricted by length of membership.

  1. Ride Leader of the Year:
  • Member who has exceeded the guidelines as set forth in the ride leader checklist during 2026 and
  • Acted in a conscientious friendly manner, showing knowledge of route(s), and

Represented the club by welcoming new or non-PBC members at rides.

  1. Newt Acker Good Will Ambassador:

Member in good standing who within 2026 has helped to enhance the friendly image of PBC within the community.

  1. Comeback Award:

Member who has suffered injury while cycling yet came back with style and determination to resume cycling in 2026.

  1. Most Improved New Rider:
  • Joined PBC in 2026 (or no earlier than October 2025 riding less than 500 miles by year’s end), and
  • Rode 500 or more club miles in 2026, and
  • Demonstrated improvement in different lengths of rides and varieties of terrain within their riding capabilities.
  1. Most lmproved Rider:
  • Is a PBC member in good standing since January 2025 or earlier, and
  • Rode 500 or more club miles in 2026, and
  • Showed improvement in different types of distances and terrains within their riding capabilities.
  1. Other Awards:

lf the categories listed above are a bit too traditional, then you can also create your own special award to recognize and capture a fellow rider’s unique personality.

While there may be some overlap in categories, it does allow a chance for individual recognition to be given to more members who contribute their time and efforts throughout the year. Your input is important. Feel free to discuss your ideas with other members; while you can be discreet, your nominations don’t need to be secret. Awards are given based on nominations received. lf nominations are not made, then awards cannot be presented; so, it’s up to you! 😊 Send your nominations in writing, including member’s name, designating the name of the award, and describing the reason for your recommendation . . .BEFORE MIDNIGHT DECEMBER 31, 2026

TO:  Corey Eng, 11025 NW Ironwood Ln, Portland, OR 97229 or PREFERABLY by email to [email protected]

Click here to see Past Award Recipients

Corey Eng, Awards Committee Chair

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