The Hometown Hero Banner program is a collaborative effort between the City of Hamilton, the Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, the Hamilton Community Foundation, and the Hamilton Veterans Hall of Fame.

From November 1, 2023 until March 31, 2024, people can submit applications to purchase a banner that will feature a picture of the person who served (or is serving), their rank and branch of the military.

To qualify for a banner, honorees must meet the following requirements:

• Honoree must be on active duty, honorably discharged or have died in the line of duty while a member of the United States Armed Forces.

• Honoree must be a resident or former resident of the City of Hamilton.

• Submission of the Hometown Hero Banner Program application required documentation and payment of fee by applicant or sponsor.

The cost per banner will be $180.00 for the production, installation, and removal of the banner. Sponsorships and donations will be accepted to assist individuals or families who would like to participate in this program but need financial assistance.

Available space is determined on a first-come, first-served basis among qualified applicants. If the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of banner spaces, they will be placed on a waiting list for display in the following year or a future date.

The banners will hang from Memorial Day to Veteran’s Day on Main Street and B Street in Hamilton.