Roy Kane - January winner
Roy is a member of staff at Howes Community Primary School. He is well respected not only there but also in his local community.
He carries out many tasks on a voluntary basis which are way beyond his general responsibilities. His hallmark is the cheerful way in which he constantly helps others.
He voluntarily drives for the Enterprise Club, taking disabled people to their community centre. He also organises fundraising events for a variety of charities. He is held in the highest esteem by the youngsters, who remember his cheerful disposition and hard work at school events, and by the older generation who he helps by carrying out repairs and helping with their problems.
Every sector of the school community - pupils, parents, staff and outside agencies - value Roy's contribution and consider him to be 'one in a million'.
Marion Sands - February winner
This Award is presented to Marion Sands, not for a single achievement but for countless acts which have helped many Coventry citizens and others, and have reflected great credit upon the city of Coventry.
She has, as a national coach and judge in the sport of rhythmic gymnastics, made an enormous contribution.
Her coaching skills were first developed in 1976 when her daughter took up rhythmic gymnastics and went on to be a British champion. By 1982, and after taking a number of coaching and judging qualifications, Marion set up the Coventry Rhythmic Gymnastics Club and was instrumental in its now recognised status as the most successful rhythmic gymnastics club in Great Britain.
She has not only helped many to achieve international standards, but she is also committed to young club members of all abilities. She has a talent that brings out the best in young people and gives them a pride in their efforts.
Her reputation was further enhanced in 1998 when she received the prestigious title of Master Coach presented by the British Amateur Gymnastics Association - an award which reflects both her dedication and determination. She often trains gymnasts six times a week on a voluntary basis whilst raising a close-knit family.
Natalie Rawbone - March winner
On 12 December 2001 at about 7.40pm a fire broke out in the home of an elderly neighbour of Miss Rawbone in Colchester Street, Hillfields.
The neighbour's clothing was well alight and immediate action was necessary if there was to be any chance of survival. Miss Rawbone did not shirk her responsibilities as a citizen of Coventry. She acted with speed, courage and common sense. She poured buckets of water over the lady and stayed with her, giving her comfort until the emergency services arrived.
Sadly, the lady died but Miss Rawbone gave her a fighting chance of survival and her actions bring praise from other neighbours and the Fire Service.
Peter Cox - April winner
Peter Cox is a postman, employed by The Post Office since 1990, and works in the Broad Lane area of Coventry.
He is described in the highest terms by those living in his area - many of whom have supported his nomination for this award.
He delivers the post with charm and warmth. He is genuinely kind, thoughtful and considerate and is always giving what he can by way of practical and emotional support when needed.
His particular hallmark is his constant smile. He is described as being always pleasant, polite and accurate with his deliveries.
As well as being a shining example in his own job he uses his free time to help his fellow citizens - in so many ways.
Sabrina Akhtar - May winner
Sabrina Akhtar is a determined student who cares greatly for those in need.
By her own actions she has shown tremendous enthusiasm and commitment to making her fellow students aware of the suffering of others, particularly in Afghanistan. She has also taken every opportunity to raise money for this and other causes.
She is a born organiser who is passionate about anything with which she becomes involved. She has recently been elected as one of two young people to represent Coventry in the United Kingdom Youth Parliament.
Although still only 13 she is a Good Citizen of whom the city can be justly proud.
Clare McManus - October winner
Clare McManus has been an active member and officer of the Wood End Community Association since its formation in the early 1970s. She acted as assistant secretary to the association when it raised the funds to build the centre. She became secretary about 12 years ago.
Clare has kept the centre going, often with limited help, over the last 30 years. Understandably, the people of Wood End admire and respect her for the numerous tasks which she undertakes for their benefit.
These are too many to list, but an example is the organisation of holidays for families, the elderly, and others who might otherwise not be able to take them. Her care and concern for those living in her area is second to none.
Her service to the city does not end there, as she has been a magistrate for 25 years. She is indeed a worthy recipient of this Award.
Paul Kendrick - November winner
On 8 December 2000 Mr Richard Paul Kendrick was in Spon Street, Coventry, at 2.10am collecting food from a take-away, having parked his car nearby.
He became aware of a disturbance and saw a man covered in blood. He then realised that the injured man had fallen to his knees and was aware of others going to his aid. By this time Mr Kendrick had returned to his vehicle and was in a position to return home.
However, he then realised that the man had suffered serious injury and would probably not survive unless immediate action was taken to get him to hospital. He drove his car to the injured man and told those with him to put the man into the back of Mr Kendrick's car so that he could drive him to hospital. This he did, keeping the man awake on the journey by constantly talking to him and making sure the man's companion applied pressure to the neck.
Upon arrival at the hospital he alerted the emergency services. There is no doubt that without Mr Kendrick's quick thinking and prompt action the injured man would have died. In fact he made a full recovery.