Started in 1987, the program provides local government officials and employees the opportunity to receive deserved recognition for superior and innovative efforts in local government. The program also provides a forum for sharing the best public service ideas in South Carolina. 

• 1 – 1,000 Population Category: Town of Clio
• 1,001 – 5,000 Category: City of Barnwell
• 5,001 – 10,000 Category: City of Walterboro
• 10,001 – 20,000 Category: City of Forest Acres
• Communications Category: City of Goose Creek
• Economic Development Category: City of Mauldin
• Public Safety Category: City of Wellford
• Public Service Category: City of North Charleston
• Public Works Category: City of Aiken