Recognition Programs

A friend and colleague just recently sent out a note relative to their community winning a GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation award. The enthusiasm and joy (and sense of pride) was palpable. The production of the application was a team effort and kudos were shared. Having been through one of those efforts successfully myself, I know the pain of the process but also the satisfaction one receives at the notice of award. One of the reasons I started the Top Public Sector Employers Award program is to replicate some of these positive spillover effects. Awards and recognition programs: boost employee morale and motivation; encourage innovation and continuous improvement; reinforce organizational values and mission alignment and highlight and share best practices across the public sector.