​The Association recognizes and encourages innovations and excellence in local government through its Achievement Awards. 

Each spring, the Municipal Association accepts award entries from member municipalities. Winners will be honored at the Association's Annual Meeting.

• Population 1 – 1,000: Town of Six Mile
• Population 1,001 – 5,000: City of Abbeville
• Population 5,001 – 10,000: City of Hardeeville
• Population 10,001 – 20,000: City of Fountain Inn
• Communications: City of Goose Creek
• Economic Development: City of Florence
• Public Safety: Town of Mount Pleasant
• Public Service: City of Greenville
• Public Works: City of Aiken