Special Awards

1. Annual Innovation in Governance Awards

   The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs and the New Jersey League of Municipalities acknowledge and promote Innovation in Governance through this annual recognition program.

2. Distinguished Public Service Awards

   In 2003, New Jersey State League of Municipalities Executive Board and Officers established an award to honor individuals or organizations that have, over a period of time, made substantial contributions to the State of New Jersey through their Distinguished Public Service.

3. Louis Bay II Future Municipal Leaders Scholarship

   The purpose of this scholarship is to advance the virtues of elected and volunteer positions in municipal government while raising awareness of municipal government in general.

4. Michael A. Pane Award

   Named in honor of the memory of Michael A. Pane who personified and promoted integrity in local government, this award honors a local government professional (attorney, engineer or planner) who exemplifies the highest standards of ethics and whose work has significantly enhanced the integrity of local government.

5. Municipal Public Information Contest

   Take a look at the Municipal Public Information Contest winners.

6. Outstanding Corporate Citizen Award

   Check out the winners for Outstanding Corporate Citizen Award.

7. Outstanding Women in Government Award

   In 2003, the New Jersey League of Municipalities, in conjunction with the New Jersey State League of Municipalities Women in Municipal Government Committee, created an annual award “The Outstanding Women in Government Award” recognizing contributions and dedicated service toward the advancement of women in government.

8. Public Sector Career Recognition Award

   View the winners for the Public Sector Career Recognition Award.