The Richardson Dilworth Award

for Distinguished Public Service in Philadelphia

Mayor Michael A. Nutter is pleased to announce the Richardson Dilworth Award for Distinguished Public Service in Philadelphia sponsored by Dilworth Paxson LLP and managed by the non-profit organization, the Fund for Philadelphia.This is the first year of the annual award, designed to recognize the contributions of an outstanding public employee whose work performance embodies excellence in public service. The award is named after former Mayor Richardson Dilworth. Mayor Dilworth, 91st Mayor of Philadelphia from 1956-1962, epitomized the highest values and performance that we seek to honor in today’s public servant through this prestigious award. He tirelessly worked to reform City government and instill the highest level of integrity and a strong sense of responsibility as a steward of the public trust and taxpayers’ hard earned dollars. If you know someone who deserves to be recognized for their outstanding commitment and professionalism as a Philadelphia public service employee, please be sure to nominate them for this award.

2012 Award Winner Announced The 2012 winner of The Richardson Dilworth Award for Distinguished Public Service in Philadelphia has been announced! Please click here to see the announcement of the award winner.   The City congratulates Deputy Streets Commissioner Carlton Williams, the recipient of the 2012 Richardson Dilworth Award for Distinguished Public Service. "Philadelphia's city government employees make important contributions to our city every day. I've created this award to honor those outstanding public employees whose commitment and professionalism demonstrate the best in public service." - Mayor Michael Nutter "I am honored to chair the esteemed selection panel for the Richardson Dilworth award. Richardson Dilworth was a fearless leader of Philadelphia who believed in and advocated for real opportunities for public employees. The recipient of this award in his name exemplifies this great tradition." - Joseph Jacovini, Dilworth Paxson LLP