Program Excellence Award for Innovations in Local Government Management populations of 10,000 to 49,999; Monterey, California.(Excellence)

Public Management, October, 2004

ICMA's Program Excellence Award for Innovations in Local Government Management recognizes one or more local governments that have successfully applied the concepts of reinvention, reengineering, TQM, customization, or other cutting-edge organizational tool or successfully enhanced an existing program or service. This year's award in the 10,000-to-49,999 population category goes to the city of Monterey, California, and City Manager Fred E. Meurer for their integrated technology solution for public works.

Boasting 99 miles of breathtaking Pacific coastline, Monterey, California (pop. 33,350) is a community blending beauty, history, adventure, culture, and innovation. It is the task of the city's public works department to provide and maintain the public...