Nominations are invited for Melksham’s Civic Awards for 2013.
This is the opportunity to recognise and honour the contribution of those individuals and groups who, through their efforts and achievements, have made a significant contribution to our local community.
There are three categories of award, namely:
The Community Service Award: made to any individual or organisation who, in the opinion of the awards committee, has improved the quality of life of Melksham people.
The Enhancing Melksham Award: made to any individual, organisation or company who, in the opinion of the awards committee, has improved the physical environment of Melksham. Examples of this might include the refurbishment of a building; the improvement or maintenance of an exemplary shop frontage; the improvement or provision of a natural habitat; or the improvement of a public space.
The Sports Award: made to any team or individual who, in the opinion of the awards committee, has excelled within the sporting field, either by a significant winning achievement or by a significant improvement in their skills and personal achievement and development. To qualify for this award the team must be a Melksham team or, in the case of an individual, be resident within Melksham or be representing a Melksham team.
Nomination forms, available from the town hall; tel: 01225 704187 or email lorraine.mcrandle@melk shamtown.co.uk or via the town council’s website: www.melkshamtown.co.uk The deadline for submission of forms is 31st December 2013. Individuals or groups who are successful will be presented with their award at the Mayor’s Reception to be held on 7th March 2014.
