2013

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


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.
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United States Department of the Interior National Park Service

The City of Brownsville| Parks and Recreation achieved recognition for its Brownsville Historic Battlefield Trail as a National Recreation Trail in the National Trail Systems.
United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Plaque

Rio Grande Valley Sustainability Council Energizing Our Future


The Rio Grande Valley Sustainability Council has recognized the generosity, support and participation of the City of Brownsville for advocating energy efficiency and energy conservation.

Rio Grande Valley Sustainability Council Energizing Our Future Plaque

2013 Tobacco Free Living Health Champion


Transforming Communities for Healthy Living!

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Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award


The City of Brownsville has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for two consecutive years.

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National Excellence in Construction Eagle Award


The City of Brownsville has been awarded the National Excellence in Construction Eagle by the Associated Builders and Contractors for Brownsville Metro La Plaza at Brownsville Multimodal Terminal.
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Strong Cities, Strong Communities Initiative


Brownsville was selected as one of seven cities to participate in the Strong Cities, Strong Communities Initiative which serves to help communities recover from economic recession.
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Arbor Day Foundation Tree City Usa

The City of Brownsville have received the Arbor Day Foundation Award for 15 consecutive years.
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