Wall of Recognition Nomination

Placement of a plaque or name plate on the Wall of Recognition is reserved for those who have provided extraordinary, lasting, and highly significant service contributions to Mission Viejo.

Nominations may be submitted by, but are not limited to, the nominee's family member, a member of the Mission Viejo community, a local official or someone from a non-profit organization or business with whom the proposed nominee is or was affiliated. Nominations will be considered and reviewed on an annual basis. Current elected officials are not eligible. 

Past Recipients.

Minimum Nominee Requirements

1. Nominees must be a resident or student of Mission Viejo at the time the application is submitted.
2. Service must have been performed in, or must have provided a direct benefit, to the community of Mission Viejo.
3. The nominee's action must demonstrate exemplary conduct above and beyond what is normally expected and not connected to paid employment responsibilities.
4. It is the policy of the City that after a twelve-month period, recognition can be awarded posthumously for outstanding service to Mission Viejo.

Application Process

• The nomination process requires submission of two documents: an online application and a signature sheet demonstrating support for this nomination by twenty (20) Mission Viejo residents.
• The Signature Sheet must be downloaded, completed and returned as an email attachment to: rcs@cityofmissioviejo.org
• The nomination packet is not complete without the application and the signature sheet.

Application and Review Procedure

1. Submit an online application detailing contributions to improving the quality of life of Mission Viejo residents. Note: Hand-written applications will not be accepted.
2. The deadline for application submission is the last business day in February at 5:00 p.m. (or date designated by the Director). All nominations received after 5:00 p.m. will be considered in the following calendar year.
3. All applications will be directed to the Recreation and Community Services Department to ensure the application is complete.
4. Incomplete applications will be returned to the nominator for completion up to the last business day in February by 5:00 p.m. (or date designated by the Director).
5. The Recreation and Community Services Department will forward the completed applications to the Selection Committee for consideration and review.
6. The Selection Committee will forward their recommendations to the Recreation and Community Services (RCS) Commission, as directed by Recreation and Community Services Director.
7. The RCS Commission will review the Selection Committee’s recommendations and forward final recommendations to City Council.
8. The City Council will review the RCS Commission’s recommendations and will have final authority in the selection of the honoree.
9. The City Council will approve the installation of a plaque on the Wall of Recognition.
10. The City Council will recognize the award recipient at a special presentation.

Selection Committee

The Selection Committee (Committee) will be comprised of one member from each of the following committees except for the Community Services Commission (Commission), which will have two voting members:

• Recreation and Community Services Department (advisory only and will not vote)
• Community of Character Committee
• Cultural Arts Committee
• Heritage Committee
• Senior Citizens Activities Committee
• Student Advisory Committee
• Community Service Commission (two Commissioners)

1. The Committee will meet on a date(s) determined by the Recreation and Community Services Director.
2. The Committee will review the applications to determine adherence to policy criteria and eligibility; verify the accuracy of the application information and determine if there are any compelling circumstances that would disqualify the nominee.
3. As directed, the Committee will forward written recommendations regarding Wall of Recognition nominations to the Commission for further consideration.
    

Community Services Wall of Recognition Plaque or Name Plate and Location:

1. A plaque or name plate will include the name of the recipient, a brief description of the service provided, and the date of the award.
2. The plaque or name plate will be installed on the Wall of Recognition located in the Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center.

Special Note:

• Please review the policy criteria before applying. Applications that are incomplete or do not meet the criteria will be returned.
• Completion of a nomination form does not guarantee an award.
• All applicants will be notified of their nomination status.

Direct questions to Recreation and Community Services at 949-470-3061 or rcs@cityofmissionviejo.org