Broward County has been recognized in numerous ways for excellence in programs, services and outreach initiatives that promote livability in our community and enhance quality of life for our residents.
Awards & Recognition Highlights
National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO)
Broward County received 25 Awards of Excellence in 2025 from the
National Association of County Information Officers (NACIO) for its quality of its public information and public education outreach campaigns.
National Association of Counties (NACo)
Broward County has received 20 Achievement Awards in 2025 from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for innovative County government programs that strengthen services for residents and are effectively communicated and relevant to the community.
Other Awards and Recognitions
Aviation
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American Association of Airport Executives:
2025 AAAE Chair's Award, Mark Gale, CEO/Director
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National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association: 2025 Judge's Choice in Art, Broward County Aviation in partnership with Cultural Division
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American Association of Airport Executives:
Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) designation, Andrea “Celina" Saucedo, Chief Administrative Officer and Stacy Hylton, Airport Manager
County Administration
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South Florida Business Journal: 2025 Influential Business Women Honoree, Monica Cepero, County Administrator
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Broward County City Managers
Association: President's Award, Michael Ruiz, Assistant County Administrator
County Attorney's Office
Office of Economic and Small Business Development
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Community-Based Connections, Inc: 2024 Green Blazer Award, Sandy-Michael McDonald, Director
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Women Empowering Women in Development:
2024 Community Anchor Award, Sandy-Michael McDonald, Director
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MovieMaker Magazine: 2025 list of the Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker
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Hispanic Unity: American Dream Builder Award
Finance and Administration Services
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National Institute of Government Purchasing:
Accreditation for Quality Public Procurement Department, Purchasing Division
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Government Finance Officers Association:
Certificate for Excellance in Financial Reporting, 39th consecutive year, Purchasing Division
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National Procurement Institute Inc: 2025 Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement®, Purchasing Division
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Healthiest Employers: 2024 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America, Broward County Human Resources' WellBeing Program
Human Services
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Areawide Council on Aging of Broward County, Inc.:
Project Leader of the Year, Andrea Busad, Elderly and Veterans Services Division Director
Broward County Library
Parks & Recreation Division
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TripAdvisor:
2025 Travel's Choice Award, Everglades Holiday Park
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Jeff Ellis & Associates, Inc.: 2025 International Aquatic Safety Award, Castaway Island at T.Y. Park and Splash Adventure at Quiet Waters Park
Port Everglades
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Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization:
2025 Lifetime Achievement Award, Glenn Wiltshire, Deputy Port Director
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American Association of Port Authorities: Lighthouse Award (Excellence in Cruise Practices-Large Port category), Digital Cruise Guide
Public Works Department
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Project Management Institute South Florida: 2024 Project of the Year for completion of the Supervisor of Elections facility, Construction Management Division
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Fort Lauderdale Chapter of the American Institute of Architects: 2024 Government Service Award, Richard Luce, Construction Management Division
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American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): 2024 ASCE Broward Small Project of the Year, Sheridan Bridge Over Florida's Turnpike Emergency Repairs, Highway Bridge and Maintenance Division
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American Society of Civil Engineers, Broward Branch: 2024 Government Engineer of the Year, Yvel Rocher, Environmental Program Manager, Environmental Permitting Division
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National Association of Clean Water Agencies: 2024 Silver Peak Performance Award, Water and Wastewater Services
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National Association of Clean Water Agencies: Utility of the Future Today Recognition, Water and Wastewater Operations
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Florida Water Environment Association: Large Collection System of the Year Award, Water and Wastewater Operations
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Florida Water Environment Association: Biosolids/Residuals Program Excellence Award for a Large Operating Facility, Water and Wastewater Operations
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Florida Water Environment Association: Utility Management Committee Award, Water and Wastewater Operations
Resilient Environment Department
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Legacy Magazine: 2025 Powerful & Influential Black Business Leader & Trailblazer of the Year Zachary Rinkins, Animal Care Division
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National Wildlife Federation: 20 years - Active Community Wildlife Habitat,
only county in the U.S. to achieve this accomplishment, NatureScape Broward
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Florida Animal Protection & Advocacy Association: FAPAA 2025 Leader of the Year, Rousseau Durocher, Animal Care Division
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Code Officials Educational Association: Chief Building Official of the Year in Broward County, Ronald J. Puentes, Building Code Division
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American Society of Civil Engineers, Broward Branch: 2024 Government Engineer of the Year, Yvel Rocher, P.E., MSCV
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Center for Digital Government: 2024 Government Experience Award, Innovation Unit, Consumer Protection Division
Transportation
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