Tribal/Municipal Partnership Award
Call for Entries
Presented jointly by the Oklahoma Municipal League (OML) and the Mayors Council of Oklahoma (MCO), the Tribal Municipal Partnership Award honors outstanding collaboration between Oklahoma’s municipalities and Tribal Nations. This prestigious award recognizes elected officials, municipal staff, and Tribal leaders who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, leadership, and commitment to fostering meaningful partnerships that enhance community well-being and governance.
Nominees will be invited to attend and be recognized at the OML Awards Banquet on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Preparation of Entries:
Eligibility:
Open to current elected officials, municipal staff, and Tribal leaders.
Nominees must be affiliated with an OML member city or town or Tribal Nation.
The award recognizes collaborative efforts between municipalities and Tribal governments.
Nomination Process:
A written nomination form or letter detailing the collaboration, its impact, and the roles of those involved is required.
Selection Criteria:
Demonstrated innovation in Tribal-Municipal collaboration.
Measurable outcomes or improvements in community services, infrastructure, or governance.
Sustainability and replicability of the initiative.
To submit an entry please click here.
If you have any questions please contact Leslie Blair at leslie@oml.org.