Who do you know that goes above and beyond in Orion?
They probably deserve a pat on the back. Here’s how.
It’s that time of year for the Orion community to start thinking about one particular person whose service is singularly commendable in the past year.
Based on the previous years? outstanding community participation, The Orion Area Parade Group, in conjunction with The Lake Orion Review, is pleased to announce the return of Orion’s Citizen of the Year.
Last year’s winner, Sara Van Portfliet, served as Grand Marshall of the Holiday Lighted Parade in downtown Lake Orion.
Among other things, the third annual Citizen of the Year will also be profiled in The Review and honored at the annual Holly Jolly Folly.
A nomination form is in The Review this week and we will accept nominations until 5 p.m. on September 4.
The award is given to an individual who has performed volunteer work within the boundaries of the Lake Orion School District. Candidates need not live or work in Orion Township or the district to be eligible.
The main requirement is great service in Orion worthy of recognition.
Candidates cannot be elected government officials of any office, members of the OAPG Board or employees of Sherman Publications, Inc.
Duties of paid employment will not be considered in the Citizen of the Year selection process, only volunteerism.
A selection committee consisting of Review staff and OAPG members will consider the eligible nominations and make the final vote.