First Citizen Award Nominations

The Philomath First Citizen Award is for a member of our community that strives to enhance the lives of those around them.  There are four categories, based on age, for this award: Senior First Citizen, First Citizen, Junior First Citizen, and Future First Citizen. The Philomath Chamber Board invites you to nominate individuals for one or more categories. (500 word limit)

Please complete by January 4, 2019.

Question? Please contact us at director@philomathchamber.org or call (541) 929-2454.

First Citizen Award nominees will be judged on the following criteria:
*Leadership: promoting causes and organizations that enhance and stimulate growth and development of the community (40 points)
*Diversity: participation in numerous volunteer activities in the community that helps to stimulate and inspire others (15 points)
*Longevity: has made a significant commitment to the community over time (15 points)
*Community Impact: contributions and efforts have made a significant difference to our community (20 points)
*Overcoming Adversity: either personally or professionally has shown the fortitude and persistence to overcome obstacles to achieve success (10 points)
 
Previous First Citizen Award Recipients:

2018
Marilyn Schmidt - Senior
Carey Oien - First
Royce Markley – Junior
Aundie McClelland - Future
 
2017
Steven Kearsley - Senior
Ines Erikson - First
Joe Noble – Junior
Christopher McMorran - Future

2016
Rod Harvey - Senior
Anna Bowman - First
Anissa Teslow Cheek - Junior
Christopher McMorran - Future

2015
Dot Richardson
Van Hunsaker
Nolan Bartlow 

2014
Tom Wright
Jeff Light
Evan Kugler

2013
Angie Baca
Colene Lamberty

2012
Jack Duren
Karen Kennedy
Emilea Witt

2011
Dale Collins
Erin Haynes
Alyssa Williamson (Lewis) 

2010
Carol Stueve 
Marcia Gilson
Josh Kvidt 

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* 1. Nomination for Philomath Senior First Citizen: (65+ years of age)
Please provide the nominee's name & contact information (phone and email)

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* 2. Why do you feel this person deserves to be chosen as First Senior Citizen? 

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* 3. Nomination for Philomath First Citizen: (40-64 years of age)
Please provide the nominee's name & contact information (phone and email)

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* 4. Why do you feel this person deserves to be chosen as First Citizen?

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* 5. Nomination for Philomath Junior First Citizen: (19-39 years of age)
Please provide the nominee's name & contact information (phone and email)

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* 6. Why do you feel this person deserves to be chosen as First Junior Citizen? 

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* 7. Nomination for Philomath Future First Citizen: (18 and under years of age)
Please provide the nominee's name & contact information (phone and email)

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* 8. Why do you feel this person deserves to be chosen as Future First Citizen? 

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* 9. Your business/organization, contact name, and phone number in case we need to contact you with questions:

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