Maryville, IL · Madison County
Hometown Heroes Banner Application
Maryville residents submit this application to nominate a Hometown Hero for a village banner displayed on light poles.
What this form is
The Maryville Community Improvement Board accepts applications to nominate current, former, or deceased Maryville citizens and others who have served the community or country. The banner displays the hero’s picture and name, with optional additional lines. Applicants provide nominee and contact information, a photograph, and a $150 check; applications for the 2026 display season must be received by March 31, 2026.
Who needs it
Anyone nominating a Hometown Hero for a Maryville banner should complete the application and provide the requested photograph and payment.
How to submit it
Mail or drop off the completed application at Village Hall with the photograph and a $150 check payable to Village of Maryville. Digital photos can be emailed to [email protected].
About notarization
No notary is required; the application requests nominee and contact information, and identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Hometown Heroes Banner Application.
- 2
Complete The Application
Fill in the applicant’s contact information, nominee’s name, reason for nomination, and banner text.
- 3
Gather The Photograph And Payment
Choose a photograph for the banner and prepare a $150 check payable to Village of Maryville.
- 4
Submit To The Village
Mail or drop off the application, photograph, and check at Village Hall. Digital photos can be emailed to [email protected].
Frequently asked questions
- Who can be nominated for a Hometown Heroes banner?
- A nominee can be a current, former, or deceased Maryville citizen, or someone who impacted Maryville through service to the community or country. The form says nominations are not limited to military, police, fire, or EMS.
- How do I submit the Hometown Heroes Banner Application?
- Mail or drop off the completed application at Village Hall with the photograph and a $150 check payable to Village of Maryville. Digital photos can be emailed to [email protected].
- Do I need a notary for the Hometown Heroes Banner Application?
- No. The application does not require notarization and identifies no sworn or notarized attachment.
- What should I include with the application?
- Include a photograph to use on the banner and a $150 check payable to Village of Maryville. The form says digital photos can be emailed separately.