Deadline is Friday, April 3, 2026
Dear VACo Members –
It’s time for the 2026 Achievement Awards Program. Any county department is eligible to compete so ENTER NOW!
2026 Achievement Awards Submission Form
All entries are required to be submitted in electronic form. No paper copy submissions are necessary. The electronic submissions should be a PDF or WORD file. Electronic submissions through this link must be received by Friday, April 3, 2026.
Last year, we processed 155 entries and selected 57 winners from over 32 Counties. VACo presented awards at Board of Supervisors Meetings, recognized winners at the 91st Annual Conference, and issued a news release to statewide media.
The judges for the 2026 Achievement Awards will be announced soon.
VACo has received more than 1,200 entries over the past decade. Last year’s Best Achievement winner was Wythe County for its “Hitachi Energy Arena Revitalization” program.
VACo encourages all Counties, big and small, to enter the 2026 Achievement Awards Program. Please contact gharter@vaco.org with questions or for more information.
Achievement Awards Submission Form | Achievement Awards Website
2025 Achievement Awards Press Release | Past Achievement Award Winners