2014

All-America City Award (National Civic League)


The National Civic League has recognized The City of Brownsville for outstanding civic accomplishment, demonstrating innovation, inclusiveness and civic engagements by describing successful efforts to address pressing local challenges.
2014 All America City plaque

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) Culture of Health Prize


The City of Brownsville was selected from over 250 applicants for leading some of the nation's most innovative efforts to build a national Culture of Health.
Plaque of 2014 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize

Playful City USA (KaBOOM!)


The community of Brownsville was recognized for efforts to create more playable, family-friendly attractions and for taking bold steps to make it easy for all kids to get a balanced and active life-style.
Playful City USA logo

Government Finance Officers Association Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting


The City of Brownsville has received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 38th consecutive year.
GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting logo

Tree City USA (Arbor Day Foundation)


The City of Brownsville has demonstrated a commitment to caring for and managing their public trees and for such efforts have proudly received the Tree City USA AWARD for 16 consecutive years.
Tree City USA Logo

Chess City of the Year (U.S. Chess Federation)


Brownsville, Texas was recognized as the Chess City of the Year, both at the Annual Awards Ceremony at the U.S. Open (Orlando, Florida July 26-August 3) and also in a presentation to the Brownsville mayor and city Commissioners.
Plaque of 2014 Chess City of the Year

Five Star Service Award for Excellence in Vitals Registration


The City of Brownsville City Secretary's Office (Texas Department of State Health Services) has been awarded the 2014 Five Star Award for Excellence in Vital Registration in the State of Texas.
2014 Five Star Award for Excellence in Vitals Registration plaque