Awards
Governor's Awards
2016
The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development selected South Fayette Township as a winner of the Governor’s Awards for Local Government Excellence for the success of its online communications. The township’s website and social media pages were recognized for exemplifying exceptional dedication to public service through innovative initiatives.
Renaissance Awards
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA)
Pittsburgh Chapter
2020
South Fayette Township’s community relations campaign for the 2019 South Fayette Community Day earned a Renaissance Award.
2018
South Fayette Township’s 175th anniversary celebration, held in 2017, earned a Renaissance Award. The yearlong effort was a partnership between the Communications and Parks & Recreation departments.
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National Association of Government Communicators
2023
- Second Place, Writer's Portfolio (Andrea Iglar - Neighborhood Spotlight Series)
2022
- Second Place, Magazine, South Fayette Connect
2021
- Best in Show & First Place, COVID-19 Digital Public Relations Campaign, COVID-19 Webpage
- First Place, Magazine, South Fayette Connect
2020
- First-Place, Writer’s Portfolio (John Kanaskie - Stormwater)
- Second Place, Magazine, South Fayette Connect
2019
- First Place, Magazine, South Fayette Connect
2018
- First Place, Magazine, South Fayette Connect
International MarCom Awards
2020
- Gold Award, Government Magazine
- Honorable Mention, Special Edition COVID-19 Newsletter
2019
- Gold Award, Government Magazine
- Gold Award, Blog, Chief’s Corner (Police Chief John Phoennik)
- Honorable Mention, Magazine Writing
2018
- Gold Award, Magazine Writing
- Honorable Mention, Magazine Photography
- Honorable Mention, Government Magazine
2016
- Gold Award, Government Magazine
- Honorable Mention, Magazine Writing
Sponsorship Program Excellence
In 2017, the Communications and the Parks & Recreation departments earned an Excellence in Recreation and Parks Award from the Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society for the township’s "Creative Recreation Sponsorships" program, which raises funds for community events by offering incentive advertisements in South Fayette Connect.
Allegheny County Council Recognizes South Fayette Connect
Professional Leadership
Andrea Iglar, Co-Presenter
"Communicate Like a Rockstar: How small teams can make a big impact"
Optimere / Archive Social, live webinar, 2022
Andrea Iglar, Presenter
Sponsor Advertising Incentive Program
Transforming Local Government (TLG) Conference, Tulsa, OK, 2017