The Governor’s Center for Local Government Services is accepting nominations for the 2008 Governor’s Award for Local Government Excellence.

Nominations are due November 16.

Given each year during Local Government Week in April, the awards recognize township officials whose achievements serve as a model for other Pennsylvania local governments.

Awards are presented in several categories: building community partnerships, responding to adversity, promoting community/economic revitalization, innovative community/government initiatives, fiscal accountability and best management practices, innovative planning and sound land use practices, intergovernmental cooperation and information technology.

For more information visit the Governor’s Awards webpage or call 888-223-6837.

11/9/2007