The City of Carmel has been recognized for excellence in many aspects of its planning, development, implementation and service. Carmel's work force is well trained and dedicated to providing the highest level of service to residents, businesses and visitors to our community. This work has been recognized by various organizations locally, nationally and internationally and we have provided a list of some of those awards below.
Mayor Jim Brainard -
- One of the “Most Powerful Hoosiers in the World” by Indianapolis Monthly
- 2004- Butler University 50 Under 50
- 2007- Distinguished Eagle Scout Award (Crossroads of America Council)
- 2011- National Award for Local Arts Leadership (US Conference of Mayors)
- 2012- Butler University Robert Todd Duncan Alumni Achievement Award 2012 – Public Service Award (American Council of Engineering Companies [ACEC] of Indiana)
City Wide Awards
Environmental and Green Initiatives
- 1994-2011 Tree City USA - presented by the National Arbor Day Foundation
- 1996-2011 Tree City USA Growth Award - presented by the National Arbor Day Foundation
- First Place in the Climate Protection Awards from the U.S. Conference of Mayors
- National Runner-up of The Home Depot Awards of Excellence for Community Trees
- Outstanding Civic Organization - presented by the Indiana Urban Forest Council
- Outstanding Project of the Year ‘Tree Stars Day’ - presented by the Indiana Urban Forest Council
Bicycling and Alternative Transportation
- Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists