Every year it becomes harder and harder to pick just a few City employees who set the standard for everyone else. In 2005, 38 people were nominated for the coveted You're the Reason Award. Seven employees were chosen as You're the Reason employees...honored for their total commitment to customer service and satisfaction. The awards were handed out during the annual employee event at the Georgia Mountains Center.

The 2005 You're the Reason Award Winners are: Front Row: Dee Dee Stephens (11 years, Financial Services and I.T.) Lynne Randolph ( 22 years, Police) Eloise Gilmer (28 years, Public Utilities) Brenda Martin (15 years, Parks and Recreation) Barbara Randolph (5 years, Meals on Wheels) Back Row: Roy Garrison (11 years, Public Utilities) Harold Weber (4 years, Cemetery)