The assistance provided by all volunteers is appreciated. There are, however, some volunteers that have distinguished themselves through their dedication to city programs, putting in long hours and generally being counted upon to assume responsibility. The Chamber of Commerce's “Volunteer of the Year” award and the Exchange Club's award winners are listed below.

The Volunteer of the Year for the Chamber of Commerce:
2002 - Carla Villalobos
2001 - Carol Ruesch
2000 - Debbie Lewis
1999 - ESDA
1998 - Peter Zappa
1997 - Ray and Irene Zuckley

Zion Exchange Club Book of Golden Deeds Recipient:
2002 - Frank and Donna Flammini
2001 - Diane Burkemper
2000 - Al Hill
1999 - Jerry Zoephel
1998 - Bill and Evelyn Dill

The Zion Exchange Club Firefighter of the Year:
2002 - Allen Town
2001 - Rick Gripko
2000 - Alex Dimitrijevich
1999 - Robert Guerin
1998 - Duane Peacy

Zion Exchange Club Police Officer of the Year:
2002 - David Munding
2001 - Dwight Ower
2000 - Mark Ross-Corbett
1999 - Kevin Leslie
1998 - Terry Richards