One of BGR’s most important and exciting programs – the biennial Excellence in Government Awards – returns this year, and nominations are now being accepted through Feb. 14.
The Excellence in Government Awards honor unsung heroes from government and the private sector who find and implement solutions to problems or challenges in state and local government in the metropolitan New Orleans area. Nominations from the public are essential to the success of the program. Anyone can submit nominations for the program, which recognizes public employees and private citizens who have been successful in improving government in the parishes of Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles and St. Tammany. Honorees receive cash awards of $500 to $1,000.
BGR today announced details of the 2020 Excellence in Government Awards. Click here for a news release. Access the nomination form for this year’s program and find out how to submit nominations in four award categories, including:
- The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes sustained performance over a career in public service. Nominees with a minimum of 15 years of public employment are eligible.
- The Merit Award recognizes outstanding performance by public sector employees.
- The Innovation Award recognizes employees who have used innovative solutions to address pressing problems.
- The Citizenship Award recognizes a private citizen who has worked to improve the quality of government.