Congratulations to 2011 James Madison Award winner Sam Reed, Secretary of State, and 2011 James Andersen Award winner Patience Rogge, WCOG Events Committee Chair.
James Madison Award
Given to an individual or organization whose long term commitment to the cause of open government has been demonstrated through exemplary words or deeds.
James Andersen Award
Given to an individual or organization that has done something extraordinary to advance the efforts of the Washington Coalition for Open Government.
Key Award Nomination Criteria
Any person or organization who has done something notable for the cause of open government within the past 12 months is eligible; this includes board members, WCOG members, the general public, or public officials. Download the Key Award nomination form (Key Award Nomination Form [.pdf]).








