THE WINNERS of the 2009 MILLIE AWARD

"Runoff Lemonade" by Marty Stano, an independent filmmaker, for best Public Service Announcement for his hilarious and thought-provoking commentary on the impact of fertilizer on our fresh water supplies.

"60 Second PSA" by John Inwood about the importance of disposing of used oil properly. John is a film student at Washtenaw Community College.

"You Love Your Dog" by 10-year old Nani Wolf in the School-age category. Nani’s film examined closely and convincingly the importance of picking up after your dog.

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"Mystery of the Dirty Storm Drain" by “Carnegie's Scholars” a fifth grade class at Northside Elementary in Ann Arbor who made their claymation film to inform the public how pollution from storm drains impacts the Huron River.

"Life is Hectic" by Blair Neighbors from Milford for beautifully communicating the value of the river in just 30 seconds in his film. Blair, who began film school in Los Angeles this year, has been a contender in each of the past three contests and won a Millie in 2008.

Each of the glass trophy Millies was accompanied by a cash prize of $500. Honorable mentions received gift certificates from Grizzly Peak and Washtenaw Dairy. The judges were Filmmaker Chris Cook, Senator Liz Brater, and aquatic ecologist Professor Steve Francoeur.

HRWC will use the films to help communities and individuals learn what they can do to help protect the future of our fresh water.

Last Updated: March 2009