Deadline Nearing For New Additions To Milton's Wall Of Fame

MILTON, GA -- The deadline to nominate someone as a 2019 addition to the Milton Hall of Fame is March 31.

The Wall of Fame is designed to feature notable athletes and coaches who previously participated in the Milton Parks & Recreation department programming. The purpose of the Wall of Fame is to recognize and honor the achievement and success of deserving participants, coaches, and contributors from a Milton parks and recreation program, by placing their names onto the Wall of Fame at Bell Memorial Park, the city said.

The following requirements will guide the nomination process for individuals:

1. Must have been a resident of the City of Milton or of the surrounding community or have graduated from the high schools in the City of Milton.
2. May have participated in a City of Milton Parks and Recreation program or, may have participated in parks or recreation programs at the local community parks such as but not limited to Bell Memorial Park, Alpharetta North Park, and Webb Bridge Park, or been an active supporter of the surrounding community programs.
3. As an athlete, the candidate must have achieved a personal level of success beyond the High School level in their respective program. Eligibility begins five years after graduation from high school.
4. Must at all times be a good citizen and demonstrate good character, integrity and be a good representative of their program and the City of Milton.
5. Must not have any felony conviction at the time of nomination. Any felony conviction after selection may result in removing their name from the Wall of Fame.
6. These criteria are subject to final review and approval of the City of Milton Parks and Recreation Director and are subject to change without notice.

Final selection will occur by a Voting Committee of nine people. The Voting Committee shall be comprised of all seven members of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and one representative from Cambridge and Milton High Schools, designated by the principals. The Voting Committee will review the ballot and submit their votes by June 30 to the City of Milton Parks and Recreation Director. The vote count will be verified by the City of Milton City Clerk. Winners will be announced at the first City Council Meeting in July. A recognition and award ceremony then will take place at the Wall of Fame on the second Saturday of September

Once an individual is nominated and meets selection requirements, he or she shall remain on the ballot for seven years.

For questions, contact Program Manager Tom McKlveen at tom.mcklveen@cityofmiltonga.us. To nominate, visit the city's website.