Foley has been recognized nationally for its community beautification and vitality efforts, earning the 23,000-33,000 Population Category Award in the 2026 America in Bloom program.

The award was announced during the annual America in Bloom symposium and awards celebration held Sept. 24-26 in the Washington, D.C., area. Foley competed in its population category against Eustis, Florida; Michigan City, Indiana; and Oak Park, Michigan.

Foley also received special recognition for Community Vitality from America in Bloom Advisors Brent Pemberton and Steve Zwiep, who spent two days during the summer touring the community and meeting with municipal officials, residents and volunteers.

America in Bloom evaluates participating communities in seven areas: community vitality, overall impression, environmental initiatives, heritage celebration, urban forestry, landscaped areas, floral impact and community involvement.

The national program is unique in that specially trained advisors personally visit participating communities. Following each visit, participants receive a detailed written evaluation that can be used to help guide future improvements.

“America in Bloom is helping communities of all sizes achieve their potential. Every year our participants raise the bar, and the accomplishments and progress shown by this year's group is remarkable,” America in Bloom Executive Director Laura Kunkle said in the release. “These are, without a doubt, some of the best places to live, work, and visit. Congratulations to Foley for the excellent work making your community more beautiful and vibrant.”

More than 440 communities from 44 states have participated in America in Bloom to date, with the program reaching more than 24 million people.

Registration for the 2027 national America in Bloom program is open through Feb. 28, 2027. Eligible participants include towns, cities, college and university campuses, business districts, military installations and recognized neighborhoods within large cities.