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Join our free webinar, The State of Us: Assessing Community Strengths, Needs, and Priorities, for a practical approach to identify assets and gaps, set shared priorities, and turn insights into action.

Wednesday, September 30, 10 a.m. Pacific, 1 p.m. Eastern.

Can't attend live? Register anyway and get the recording: https://hubs.li/Q04yzzj60

Celebrating the Communities Where Getting Around Just Works 🚌

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Mobility category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! Great mobility isn't just about keeping cars moving — it's about giving people choices: a smooth bus commute, a safe bike lane, walkable sidewalks, and carpools that bring neighbors together. These communities earned top marks on measurable public-data outcomes (Community Impact) and the highest or most-improved resident ratings (Voice of the People).

➡️ Read more about the winners and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.li/Q04yzqhg0
➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.li/Q04yzqgD0

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Community Impact: Excellence
- City of Champaign - Municipal Government, Illinois
- Urbana, Illinois - City Government
- City of West Lake Hills, Texas

Voice of the People: Excellence
- Gunnison County, CO Government
- City of Mountlake Terrace, Washington
- City of Shoreview, MN (Local Government)
- Town of Telluride CO - Government
- Wilsonville - Local Government, Oregon

Voice of the People: Transformation
- City of Durango, Colorado
- Town of Estes Park Colorado
- City of Kearney, MO
- City of Plymouth, MN - Local Government
- City of Redwood City, California

Thank you to all the local governments working to make getting around safer, easier, and more connected for everyone. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

Celebrating America's Healthiest Communities 🧘

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Health & Wellness category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! From preventive care and mental health to access to healthy food and quality providers, these communities are advancing the well-being of the people they serve. They earned top marks on measurable public-data outcomes (Community Impact) and the highest or most-improved resident ratings (Voice of the People).

➡️ Read more about the winners and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.li/Q04ycQcH0

➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.li/Q04ycQ870

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Community Impact: Excellence
- City of Carmel, Indiana
- Howard County, Maryland
- Borough of Mountain Lakes, New Jersey

Voice of the People: Excellence
- City of Clive, Iowa
- City of Coral Gables, Florida
- City of Naperville, Illinois
- Town of Needham, Massachusetts
- City of Plymouth, Minnesota

Voice of the People: Transformation
- City of Elk Grove, California
- City of Fate, Texas
- Town of Needham, Massachusetts
- City of Port St. Lucie, Florida
- City of Redlands, California

Thank you to all the local governments working to advance physical and mental health and build healthier communities for all. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

Strategic plans work best when they reflect what residents think and what the data shows.

Our free webinar, The State of Us, is one week away. See a practical way to combine resident perspectives with public data, assess community needs, set shared priorities, and act with confidence.

Wednesday, September 30, 10 a.m. Pacific, 1 p.m. Eastern.
Register: https://hubs.li/Q04y8ChX0

Celebrating America's Leaders in Education, Arts & Culture 🎨

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Education, Arts & Culture category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! From strong schools and lifelong learning to vibrant cultural events and festivals, these communities enrich daily life and strengthen civic pride. They earned top marks on measurable public-data outcomes (Community Impact) and the highest or most-improved resident ratings (Voice of the People).

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Community Impact: Excellence
- Bremer County Treasurer’s Office, Iowa
- City of Mountain Brook, Alabama
- Village of New Paltz, New York

Voice of the People: Excellence
- Town of Davidson, NC
- City of Decatur GA- Government
- City of Naperville, Illinois, Government
- City of Plymouth, MN - Local Government
- City of Suwanee, Georgia - City Hall

Voice of the People: Transformation
- City of Battle Creek, Michigan
- City of Bozeman, Montana
- City of Fate, Texas
- City of La Vista Government, Nebraska
- City of Suwanee, Georgia

Thank you to all the local governments investing in learning, creativity, and cultural vitality. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

➡️ Read more about the Top Performers and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.li/Q04y7MTd0

➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.li/Q04y7MYK0

Celebrating America's Most Economically Vibrant Communities 📈

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Economy category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! From bustling main streets to opportunities for residents across generations, these communities are fostering strong, inclusive, and resilient local economies. They earned top marks on measurable public-data outcomes (Community Impact) and the highest or most-improved resident ratings (Voice of the People).

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Community Impact: Excellence
- City Offices of Harrisburg, South Dakota
- Town of Morrisville, NC
- Town of Nolensville, Tennessee

Voice of the People: Excellence
- City of Clovis, California - Government
- City of Coral Gables - Government, Florida
- Town of Davidson, NC
- City of Naperville, Illinois, Government
- City of Suwanee, Georgia - City Hall

Voice of the People: Transformation
- Buckeye, AZ City Government
- City of El Cerrito, CA
- City of Fate, Texas
- City of Santa Cruz, California
- City of South Lake Tahoe, California

Thank you to all the local governments working to build strong, resilient economies where residents and businesses can thrive. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

➡️ Read more about the winners and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.li/Q04y1MF90

➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.li/Q04y1MFP0

Celebrating America's Best-Designed Communities 🏘️

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Community Design category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! From housing and affordability to the character of public spaces, these communities are leaders in building places where residents want to live, work, and thrive. They earned top marks on measurable public-data outcomes (Community Impact) and the highest or most-improved resident ratings (Voice of the People).

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Community Impact: Excellence
- City of Edina, Minnesota
- Town of Palm Beach, Florida
- Wyoming County, Pennsylvania

Voice of the People: Excellence
- City of Clive, Iowa
- City of Marion, Iowa
- City of Naperville, Illinois
- City of Plymouth, Minnesota
- City of Shoreview, Minnesota

Voice of the People: Transformation
- City of Bozeman, Montana
- City of Buckeye, Arizona
- Honolulu County, Hawaii
- City of San Marcos, Texas
- City of South Lake Tahoe, California

Thank you to all the local governments designing communities where people can put down roots and thrive. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

➡️ Read more about the winners and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.ly/Q04xMszF0

➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.ly/Q04xMsG70

Celebrating America's Most Connected Communities 🫶

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Community Connection category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! These jurisdictions earned the highest (Excellence) or greatest improvement (Transformation) in resident ratings for belonging and engagement — connection to neighbors, to local leaders, and to the place they call home. These communities are setting the standard.

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Voice of the People: Excellence
- City of Clive, Iowa
- Town of Davidson, NC
- City of Decatur GA- Government
- City of Naperville, Illinois, Government
- City of Suwanee, Georgia - City Hall

Voice of the People: Transformation
- City of Battle Creek, MI Government
- City of Bozeman, Montana
- City of Fate, Texas
- City of La Vista Government, Nebraska
- City of South Lake Tahoe Government, California

Thank you to all the local governments building the social infrastructure that makes communities thrive. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

➡️ Read more about the winners and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.li/Q04xDLr10

➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.li/Q04xDLmZ0

Every community has strengths to build on, needs to address, and choices to make about what comes next.

Join our free webinar, The State of Us: Assessing Community Strengths, Needs, and Priorities, to see how resident perspectives and public data come together for stronger needs assessments and strategic plans.

Wednesday, September 30 at 10 a.m. Pacific, 1 p.m. Eastern. Built for local governments, community foundations, nonprofits, and civic partners.

Save your seat: https://hubs.li/Q04xDZmT0

Honoring America's Most Trusted Local Governments 🤝

Today, we're proud to share the 2026 Top Performers in the Trust in Government category of Polco's Best in Governance Awards! These jurisdictions earned the highest (Excellence) or greatest improvement (Transformation) in resident ratings of transparency, honesty, fairness, and confidence in leadership. These communities are setting the standard.

A huge congratulations to these Top Performers:

Voice of the People: Excellence
- City of Clive , Iowa
- Town of Davidson, NC
- City of Plymouth, MN - Local Government
- City of Shoreview, MN (Local Government)
- City of Suwanee, Georgia - City Hall

Voice of the People: Transformation
- City of Bozeman, Montana
- City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii
- City of Redlands - City Hall, California
- Santa Cruz City Government, California
- City of Staunton, VA – Government

Thank you to all the local governments working every day to build trust, ensure accountability, and deliver value to their constituents. You raise the bar for what good governance can look like.

➡️ Read more about the winners and what makes them stand out: https://hubs.li/Q04xxklW0

➡️ For full details on the Best in Governance Awards: https://hubs.li/Q04xxkj20