The verdict is in.Local attorney Michael Galligan is the Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Citizen for 2016.The award was presented Monday at the Civic Center on a night that saw Smooth Rapids Outfitters and Collins River BBQ win business awards and Anne Vance receive Volunteer of the Year.The Chamber’s Distinguished Citizen Award is reserved for those who have shown exceptional civic responsibility as well as excellence in their profession. Galligan has practiced law in McMinnville for 44 years and is listed in the Martindale-Hubbell register as one of the preeminent lawyers in the United States.Galligan served on the board of directors for River Park Hospital for approximately 40 years. He’s also served on the Main Street McMinnville board and continues to make financial contributions to sustain the annual Main Street Live concert series.He has a special place in his heart for Magness Library.