Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, in partnership with the Bronx Economic Development Corporation, announced an extension to the deadline for Bronx residents to submit nominations for the “People’s Choice Award in Healthcare.” The new deadline is Friday, March 29, at 12:00 p.m.

As reported, earlier this month, Gibson and BXEDC announced they were accepting nominations for the People’s Choice Award for the second time in Bronx Week history, with this year’s award spotlighting healthcare workers. The winner will be inducted into the Bronx Walk of Fame during Bronx Week’s Induction Ceremony to be held on Saturday, May 18.

As reported, last year’s Bronx Week People’s Choice Award nominations centered around those uplifting the Bronx community in the realm of education, with Luis Torres, principal of Community School 55, also known as the Benjamin Franklin School, located at 450 St. Paul’s in the Claremont Village section of The Bronx, announced the winner of the “People’s Choice Award in Education.”

“We are excited to announce the return of Bronx Week and our People’s Choice Award!” said Gibson. “Last year, we recognized a Bronx educator, and this year, we are accepting nominations for a healthcare professional from our borough who has demonstrated exceptional service worthy of being included as an inductee on our Bronx Walk of Fame.”

She added, “Recognizing our healthcare workers is an opportunity to honor those who have played a crucial role in improving the health and well-being of our communities. We invite nominations that highlight these healthcare professionals’ remarkable stories and accomplishments, showcasing their profound impact on our borough.”

For his part, Walsh said, “The Bronx Walk of Fame honors individuals who have not only excelled in their respective fields but have also made a noteworthy impact on the community.” He added, “This year we are so happy to extend the opportunity to outstanding healthcare workers who have demonstrated dedication to the well- being of our Bronx community. It is not merely an acknowledgment of medical proficiency, but a celebration of the profound impact healthcare workers have in their communities.”

Since its inception in 1997, the Bronx Walk of Fame has provided a platform for Bronx natives and those closely connected to the borough to be celebrated for their work and contributions to their respective industries.

To be eligible, nominees must have either been born in The Bronx or have strong ties to the borough. Furthermore, they must have surpassed expectations in their roles, made substantial contributions to healthcare in The Bronx, and showcased a commitment to community health, wellness, and healthcare education. To nominate your pick, click here.