Townships “Run The Table” at Governor’s Awards for Excellence 

Acting Secretary of Community and Economic Development Neil Weaver today recognized municipalities and local government officials for their dedication and commitment to strengthen their communities and better serve their residents. 

“It’s an honor to recognize all of these local officials, governments, and organizations for their achievements over the past year,” Weaver said. “More than any other level of government, local government has the greatest impact on our day-to-day lives.  

After 2 years of virtual events, the first “live” awards were dominated by townships. “It’s no wonder that when the chips are down and the odds are long, township innovation will figure out new ways to serve their residents with quality services at an affordable cost,” PSATS Executive Director Dave Sanko says. “I don’t ever recall a time when townships won so much recognition from these annual awards! 

Eleven communities, two organizations, and eight individuals from across the commonwealth were recognized for excellent service as part of the 26th Annual Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence. 

Congratulations to the following township awardees! Click here to learn more. 

David R. Nyman, Supervisor, East Rockhill Twp., and Manager, Upper Makefield Twp., both in Bucks Co. Nominated by PSATS. 

Cranberry Twp., Butler Co.: Promoting Community and Economic Revitalization 

East Goshen Twp., Chester Co.: Innovative Community/Governmental Initiatives 

Middletown Twp., Bucks Co.: Innovative Planning & Sound Land Use Practices 

Worcester Twp., Montgomery Co.: Fiscal Accountability and Best Management Practices 

Bradley Shaffer, President, Pa. Association of Councils of Governments (PACOG) and Township Supervisor, Buckingham Twp., Wayne Co. Nominated by PACOG. 

Charles Guttenplan, Director of Planning & Zoning/Zoning Officer, Whitemarsh Twp., Montgomery Co. Nominated by Pa. American Planning Association.  

Thomas Zeuner, Immediate Past President, Pa. Municipal Authorities Association (PMAA), and Former Supervisor, Northampton Twp., Bucks Co. Nominated by PMAA.