I agree with all above. It's the system we implemented.
Anyway, I'll refine the rules and post it here before I start the topic.
I'll let you guys decide the final ruleset discussed above before I post mine.
The graphics for the Awards can begin right now. We use simple namebars to add in the graphics for the winners.
Basic Rules (As suggested)
1.A user has the option to vote on all categories once per day.
2.A user can vote on all categories only once.
3. A user cannot nominate him/herself on any Award.
4. Users may choose not to vote on all awards.
5. 5-7 Categories are posted each week, those Categoies end voting by the follwing week (Voting Time: 7 Days)
6. A Topic for discussion about each award for nomination and discussion. After the nominations are finalized, the poll version of the topic will be up.
7. 5-7 Members are nominated for each award (the number changes if the award is more general or more specific).