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City Beautiful Commission
The City Beautiful Commission is a multi-member body that consists of members who are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council.
Mission of the Commission
The mission of the City Beautiful Commission is to promote beautification efforts and public interest in the general improvement of the appearance of the City of Dearborn.
Annual programs include: Residential Standards of Excellence Awards, Business Standards of Excellence Awards, School Clean-Up Parades, and the Dearborn Aglow Holiday Home Decorating Program.
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Dearborn Aglow Winter Honorees
Adding holiday cheer and a welcoming ambiance to Dearborn, 51 homes have been selected as top honorees in the 62nd annual Winter Aglow program that recognizes noteworthy seasonal outdoor decorations.
Three outdoor displays were selected as top honorees in each of 17 neighborhood districts across the city by commissioners judging displays in December.
Rene Ziaja, Chairperson for the City Beautiful Commission, stated, “The Commission is delighted to honor these residents for the goodwill and beauty they add to our community through their outstanding displays. We thank everyone who decorated their homes in December to bring the holiday spirit to life.”
The 51 top honorees will receive a window decal and will be invited to a January dinner celebration.
Another 119 were chosen for honorable mention acknowledgment and will receive a window decal.
The top selections by district are:
- District One: 7323 Orchard, 7910 Maple, 7329 Williamson
- District Two: 6200 Yinger, 6218 Payne, 6449 Kendal
- District Three: 7926 Middlepoint, 10449 Tireman, 7361 Oakman
- District Four: 6437 Bingham, 5708 Oakman, 6940 Manor
- District Five: 15234 Payne Ct, 15170 Normandale, 5110 Neckel
- District Six: 14610 Prospect, 14365 Lanson, 4 Barclay Ct
- District Seven: 3670 Eastham, 19 Brookline Lane, 5 Woodbury Lane
- District Eight: 2010 McMillan, 1 Parkside Ct, 21811 Willoway
- District Nine: 22715 Nowlin, 22648 Park, 22214 Francis
- District 10: 1929 Venice, 1820 Culver, 1451 Culver
- District 11: 2000 N. Lafayette, 1331 N. Silvery Lane, 1821 N. Silvery Lane
- District 12: 1021 Mohawk, 1030 S. Claremont, 740 Mohawk
- District 13: 23121 Sheridan, 700 N. Highland, 23314 Lawrence
- District 14: 24520 Chicago, 24511 Chicago, 24423 Cooke
- District: 15: 941 Trenton Terrace, 23707 Elmwood, 22511 Alexandrine
- District 16: 2626 Geneva, 2744 Academy, 2653 Geneva
- District 17: 22325 Madison, 3812 Alice, 3363 Lincoln
Throughout the year, the Dearborn City Beautiful Commission promotes six recognition programs to honor residents and business owners who enhance the physical appeal and sustainability of the community, as well as partners with Dearborn schools to promote anti-littering campaigns and environmental stewardship.
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Participate in City Beautiful Programs
The City Beautiful Commission recognizes residents for their efforts to make Dearborn beautiful. The commission judges landscaping and gardening, outdoor decorations and seasonal displays, and sustainable gardens. Programs include:
- - Dearborn Spring Aglow: Honoring homes with outstanding spring seasonal and holiday decor.
- - Residential Standard of Excellence Program (RSOE): Honoring homes with excellent landscaping, gardens, and overall curb appeal. Judging takes place during the summer months.
- - Sustainable Garden Awards: Honoring homes with rain, pollinator, and native plant gardens. Judging takes place in the late summer months.
- - Dearborn Fall Aglow: Honoring homes with outstanding fall seasonal and holiday decor.
- - Dearborn Winter Aglow: Honoring homes with outstanding winter seasonal and holiday decor.
Anyone can nominate themselves or a neighbor for a City Beautiful awards program. All honorees are invited to participate in and be recognized at an annual gala with Mayor Hammoud.
For more information, call 311.
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Meeting Schedule
City Beautiful Commission meetings are typically held on the third Tuesday of each month, except for the months of July, August, and December.
City Beautiful Commission Meeting Documents