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In 1987, when Tom Green, a distinguished civic leader, former Vice President of Norton Company, and a founder of The Research Bureau passed away, we honored his memory by establishing the Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards for outstanding public servants. Since 1988, The Research Bureau has recognized over 100 “unsung heroes” in municipal government for their commitment to making Worcester and nearby communities better places to live and work.
2023 NOMINATION FORM
(Please return no later than March 17, 2023)
The Worcester Regional Research Bureau serves the public interest of Greater Worcester by conducting independent research and analysis of public policy issues to promote informed public debate and decision-making.
Since 1988, The Research Bureau has also celebrated the unsung heroes of public service through the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award. The Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards Committee is now accepting nominations.
This Award is open to all employees from city/town governments, public school districts, and regional agencies who have made outstanding and exemplary contributions to public service in Worcester County. Department or division heads are not eligible.
Nominees for the Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards must illustrate:
- Exceptional competence and efficient handling of all assigned responsibilities
- Enthusiastic performance of tasks above and beyond the call of duty
- Cooperative, helpful, and friendly attitude toward the public and fellow employees
Community involvement outside the scope of job-related responsibilities
Please use the form below to submit your nomination, or download the PDF form here, and mail to: Worcester Regional Research Bureau, 390 Main Street, Suite 208, Worcester, MA 01608.
Thank you very much for your commitment to good government in Worcester County. If you have any questions about the Awards or the role of The Research Bureau, contact us at .
NOTE: This application may be referred to the nominee’s department head/supervisor for additional information and support.
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| 2022 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards | Worcester Regional Research Bureau announces recipients of the 2022 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards. | May 9, 2022 | events thomas-s-green-awards | |
| 2021 Thomas S. Green Public Service Award Recipients Announced | Worcester Regional Research Bureau announces recipients of the 2021 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards. | May 11, 2021 | events thomas-s-green-awards | |
 | 2020 Thomas S. Green Public Service Award Recipients Announced | The Worcester Regional Research Bureau is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards. | October 16, 2020 | events thomas-s-green-awards |
 | 2019 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | The Worcester Regional Research Bureau is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards. | March 20, 2019 | events thomas-s-green-awards |
 | 2018 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | The Worcester Regional Research Bureau is pleased to announce the 2018 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards. | March 30, 2018 | events thomas-s-green-awards |
 | 2017 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | The Worcester Regional Research Bureau today announced the 2017 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | March 29, 2017 | events thomas-s-green-awards |
| 2016 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | The Worcester Regional Research Bureau today announced the 2016 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award. | March 21, 2016 | events thomas-s-green-awards | |
 | 2015 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards (March 25, 2015) | The Research Bureau celebrates the 2015 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards. | March 26, 2015 | events thomas-s-green-awards |
| 2015 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | The Worcester Regional Research Bureau today announced the 2015 recipients of the Thomas S. Green Public Service Award | February 16, 2015 | 2015 news thomas-s-green-awards |
 | 2014 Thomas S. Green Awards Ceremony (March 26, 2014) | Recipients: Sandra Borbone – Worcester Technical High School Kathleen Donovan – City of Worcester Inspectional Services Paula Harrity – Worcester Public Schools Jessica Jacques – City of Worcester Cable Services Julie Lynch – Worcester Department of Public Works and Parks Click here to download Event Program Booklet In the News: 5 Worcester employees to receive Thomas S. Green awards for public … | March 26, 2014 | thomas-s-green-awards |
 | 2013 Thomas S. Green Awards (March 21, 2013) | Recipients: Jenna Alimberti – Worcester Police Department Kevin Chviruk – Worcester Public Schools, Custodian Services CDR. Michael C. Masley, Jr. USN.RET. – Oxford High School Patricia Ryan – Worcester Public Schools In the News: Public servants feted at Green Awards Thomas S. Green Public Service … | March 21, 2013 | thomas-s-green-awards |
| 2012 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards (March 15, 2012) | Recipients: Donna Derrico-Sands – Worcester DPWP Lt. Annmarie Picket – Worcester Fire Department Jack Navin – Custodial Management, Worcester Public Schools Sgt. Jose Dingui – Southbridge Police … | March 15, 2012 | thomas-s-green-awards | |
| 2011 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards (March 31, 2011) | Recipients: Ronald K. Brown – Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks Louise Clarke – Worcester Public Schools John F. Mahan – Worcester Police … | March 31, 2011 | thomas-s-green-awards | |
| 2010 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards (March 31, 2010) | Recipients Brian Breveleri – Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks Donald Brown – Worcester Public Schools Ellen Dalbeck – Worcester Department of Public Works & Parks Edward J. McGuinn – Worcester Police Department Judith Sikes – Holden Town Manager’s … | March 31, 2010 | thomas-s-green-awards | |
| 2008 Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards (Sept. 24, 2008) | Recipients Maureen Binienda – Worcester Public Schools Donna Haran – Worcester Public Schools Cindy Ide – Town of Grafton Edmund Kochling – Department of Public … | September 24, 2008 | thomas-s-green-awards |