Annual Association Awards
The Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities each year awards individuals who have exemplified the actions and characteristics of leadership, quality, and legislative excellence. The Association would like to extend its appreciation to all present and past recipients for their efforts in the support of behavioral health.
Chief Executive Officer Award for Distinguished Leadership
2008 Award Recipient
Terre Garner, Executive Director
The Ohio Federation for Children’s Mental Health

Terre Garner
- 2007 Tom Ramseyer
- 2006 Tom Pappas
- 2005 Gayle Channing Tenenbaum
- 2004 Jay Salvage
- 2003 Angie Bergefurd
- 2002 Hope Taft, First Lady of Ohio
Award For Legislative Excellence
2008 Award Recipient

The Honorable Jennifer Garrison
The Honorable Jennifer Garrison
The Ohio House of Representatives
- 2007 The Honorable Jimmy Stewart
- 2006 The Honorable Kevin DeWine
- 2005 The Honorable Jon Peterson
- 2005 The Honorable Tom Niehaus
- 2004 The Honorable John Carey
- 2003 The Honorable Merle Grace Kearns
- 2002 The Honorable Jim Hoops
President’s Award For Partnering For Quality
2008 Award Recipient

Justice Evelyn Stratton
Justice Evelyn Stratton
Ohio Supreme Court
- 2007 The Honorable Ray Miller
- 2006 Donna Conley
- 2005 Frank Hickman
- 2004 The Honorable Lynn Olman
- 2003 Greg Moody

