Dr. Robert A. Barrett Award for Management Excellence
The Dr. Robert A. Barrett Award for Management Excellence is presented annually in recognition of an MCMA member who has demonstrated the best in professional competence and commitment. MCMA is the professional association of appointed managers and administrators serving Minnesota’s cities and counties. As professional public administrators, we believe in and support excellence in local government management and believe that all communities benefit from the expertise of our members.
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Nomination Information
MCMA welcomes and encourages nominations from cities and counties of all sizes and regions across Minnesota.
To be considered, nominations should include specific examples of the nominee meeting each of the following criteria:
- being a role model for others in city/county government as well as in the profession of local government management;
- demonstrating respected leadership in the city, county, region, or statewide; and
- having a demonstrated track record of supporting professional local government through outreach to peers, the general public, and those entering the profession.
To nominate your outstanding administrator or manager, please download and submit the linked nomination form (pdf) and a descriptive narrative totaling no more than five pages addressing the qualifications of your nominee for this award. No further supporting material will be accepted.
The deadline to receive nominations is 4:30 PM on February 7. 2025.