The Gallatin County SummerFest Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Citizen of the Year Award. The Citizen of the Year Award is presented to an individual who has performed outstanding service or made exceptional voluntary contribution to the community.

Anyone with community contact may nominate someone who they feel meets the criteria of the award. The recipient of the award is not made aware that they have been selected until the actual day of the award ceremonies.

When selecting the recipient o this award, the Committee looks for an individual who, among other attributes, continually gives of his or her time, dedication and talent to the betterment of the community. The Committee also looks for those individuals who lend leadership and vision, organize or assist in achieving organizational goals, who serve on service or school committees and youth programs lending his or her expertise and guidance voluntarily.

If you have a friend, neighbor or relative you feel has given unselfishly to help others or who meets any of the above criteria, you may pick up an application for nomination at the Gallatin County Extension Office or the Gallatin County Judge Executive's Office.

All nominations are due by July 11, 4:30 pm.