These awards simply reaffirm that the city is a community that strives to provide the best possible services for all its residents,

Small businesses are the threads that bind a community together. That's why we call these the Tapestry Awards.

[So when you're watching the Video Music Awards on August 28, don't be surprised if a few of the winners give a shout-out to the blue-eyed, weather-worn actor buried deep somewhere in the audience. And don't be surprised either if a knowing smile forms in the corners of your parents' mouths as they catch a glimpse of the screen.] It's always nice to have your name mentioned at awards ceremonies, ... I would love that, [but] I don't expect that. I was just a hired hand who had a good time.

It is great to be recognised by your fellow players - the awards you really crave are from them.

The car won all sorts of awards. I have close to 100 large trophies.

They judged the cars by the people's vote and they gave awards for the best paint, best upholstery, the best motor compartment, the best in show and so many others. Each show there was a certain number of awards that I would have been eligible for and then after each show you got a certain number of points for each award and they would keep a total of the points you would get throughout the season. The car with the most points was the champion car.