Posing for a photo at the April 14 Oakland County Board of Commissioners meeting were (left to right) Oakland County Commissioner Gwen Markham, Board Chairman David T. Woodward, Mandy Chu, and Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash.
(Photo courtesy of Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner)
Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash awarded Mandy Chu, a senior at Troy Athens High School, with the first-place prize for the Preserve MI Waters: Stormwater Manhole Cover Art Contest. Mandy received her award, which included a $1,000 scholarship, at the Oakland County Board of Commissioners meeting on April 14. Her design was selected from 74 entries and will be cast onto 50 storm drain manhole covers which will start appearing across Oakland County beginning this summer.
Chu took to the podium to express her thanks and said she’s excited to be a part of a contest that highlights Oakland County’s beautiful wildlife and waters. She said she’s hopeful it will highlight the importance of protecting these natural resources as well.
In addition to seeing her work come to fruition throughout Oakland County, her $1,000 scholarship was provided by Pure Oakland Water, a Michigan not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting Oakland County and regional water resources through public education.
“The purpose of this contest was to bring awareness to the importance of managing stormwater and keeping pollution out of our storm drains in order to protect wildlife and promote recreational activities,” said Nash. “I believe this artwork will do just that.” Nash also mentioned he is encouraged by the next generation which has already shown a huge interest and understanding the importance of environmental protection and preservation.
Board Chairman David T. Woodward (D-Royal Oak) and Commissioner Gwen Markham (D-Novi) helped originate the idea for the contest and showed their support as Nash unveil the stormwater manhole cover.
“Conservation and our dedication to protect our waterways runs deep throughout Oakland County,” said Woodward. “That dedication is embodied in the artistry of Ms. Mandy Chu. We look forward to seeing her design on manhole covers across the county which will serve as a reminder of our shared purpose and commitment to protect our environment.”
“When we first started talking about this project, I knew that Oakland County's young artists would seize this opportunity to leave their impression on our community,” Markham said. “Mandy's design will serve as a reminder to protect our wildlife by keeping our drain systems free from pollution, and I look forward to seeing it around the county soon.”
To view the contest gallery, which includes all entries received, visit: https://bit.ly/3vlbuTr.
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