President's Award

Each year, the IMTA President has the distinct honor of selecting the recipient of the President’s Award—a recognition bestowed upon an IMTA member whose service to the Association has exceeded expectations. This award celebrates outstanding leadership, unwavering dedication, and significant contributions that strengthen and advance the Association.
We extend our sincere congratulations to all who have earned this distinguished honor.

  • 2024-25: Matt Anastasia, Village of Sugar Grove - Awarded by LaTisha Paslay
  • 2023-24: Brad Bettenhausen, Village of Tinley Park - Awarded by Heather Wagonblott
  • 2022-23: Janette Dilliner, City of Sesser - Awarded by Heather Wagonblott
  • 2020-21: Niccy Cook, City of Bellville - Awarded by Kent Oliven
  • 2019-20: Scott Borror, Village of Glen Carbon - Awarded by Kent Oliven
  • 2018-19: Michael Peterson, Village of Lincolnshire - Awarded by Dean Hardt
  • 2017-18: Gail Valle, City of Granite City - Awarded by Michael Peterson
  • 2016-17: Michael Peterson, Village of Lincolnshire - Awarded by Alta Long
  • 2015-16: Ron VanderBand, City of Plano - Awarded by Scott Borrow
  • 2014-15: Richard Barret, Wells Fargo - Awarded by Gail Valle
  • 2013-14: Jack Walde, Village of Algonquin - Awarded by Clint Lichtenwalter
  • 2012-13: JoEllen Hickenbottom, EIU - Awarded by Janice Colvin
  • 2011-12: Brad Bettenhausen, Village of Tinley Park - Awarded by Kenneth Robinson
  • 2010-11: Michael Peterson, Village of Lincolnshire - Awarded by Ron VanderBand