SEARCH UNDERWAY FOR 1994 ALL-AMERICA CITIES

(Denver, CO) — Next spring, ten communities from across the country will receive national acclaim for their innovative and collaborative responses to local challenges. These communities, winners of the All-America City Award, represent the nation's great success stories. Applications for the 1994 All-America City Award Program, due April 6, 1994, are now available from the National Civic League.

NCL's All-America City Award, sponsored by The Allstate Foundation, is the nation's oldest and most respected community recognition program. For 44 years, the AAC program has sought out communities whose members work together to solve local problems through the cooperation of business, citizens, nonprofits, and government.

"This prestigious award recognizes America's heroes who have taken responsibility for their communities, who form partnerships among citizens, local government and private businesses to ensure that we meet the urgent needs of our people and open new opportunities to our neighbors," stated President Bill Clinton in a White House Rose Garden Ceremony recognizing the 1992 and 1993 AAC winners held September 16, 1993. The recognition the award generates has put small towns on the national map and revitalized the pride and economic health of winning communities, large and small.

"The All-America City Award demonstrates a high quality of life and a community of caring individuals," stated Bill Shendow, chamber of commerce director in Winchester-Frederick County, Virginia — a 1991 All-America City. "This is impressive to companies looking to relocate or start new businesses in the area."

Applicants are asked to describe three community betterment projects initiated by citizens that reflect a spirit of innovation and cooperation, and involve a broad base of the population. The application process itself can become a unique opportunity for community self-assessment and coalition building.

For more information on the All-America City Award Program, or to request a free application, contact Wendy Dickstein, AAC Director, at the National Civic League, (303) 571-4343.

Page 4 / Illinois Municipal Review / January 1994