ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (KWQC) - The City of Rock Island has announced the 2025 Citizen of the Year winners.

An awards ceremony will be held on Monday at 6:45 p.m. at the beginning of the city council meeting. Those selected have made selfless contributions of service to the City of Rock Island and its residents, city leaders said.

Recipients include:

Individual: Kathy Lelonek, community volunteer

Youth: Jeremiah Evans, Rock Island High School student

Education: Jarrin Williams, Rock Island High School English teacher and track coach

Professional: Jack Cullen, Executive Director of the Rock Island Downtown Alliance

Artist / Creator: David Sebben, published author and chief contributor to Retro Quad Cities Facebook page

City employee: Tammy Mendoza, office assistant III in the public work

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