BRUNSWICK — Senator Stan Gerzofsky recently called his nomination for the 2012 Defense Community Award (Policymaker/Elected Official of the Year) a “true honor.”

The award honors leadership and the creation of partnerships between defense communities and the community at large as well as dedication and commitment to the community as a leader and advocate for defense communities.

Gerzofsky was nominated by Steve Levesque, executive director for the Mid-Coast Regional Redevelopment Authority, for his work during and after the closure of the former Brunswick Naval Air Station.

The Association of Defense Communities will make a final decision on the award in the coming weeks.