Applications Due By:
April 1, 2015   

NACWA is now accepting applications for its Excellence in Management (EIM) Recognition Program.

Established in 2003 and enhanced in 2012, the EIM Recognition Program recognizes the significant achievements of Member Agencies in the utility management arena. The Program honors Member Agencies that have adopted successful management practices and have made progress toward implementation of the Ten Attributes of Effectively Managed Water Sector Utilities (Attributes) and Resource Efficiency & Protection Activities (Activities).

The Program offers recognition at Platinum, Gold, and Silver levels. Please see the Excellence in Management application  and accompanying listing of Attributes & Activities  for all the information needed to apply. Sample successful applications are provided below.

Applications must be forwarded electronically to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it no later than April 1, 2015.

Who May Apply for Recognition?

Any NACWA Public Member Agency in good standing may apply for recognition. However, honorees from 2013 and 2014 are not eligible to apply until their three year recognition period has expired.

How Will Honorees Be Selected for Recognition?

Each EIM application will be reviewed by members of NACWA’s Awards Committee.  The EIM Recognition Program is non-competitive.  Each application will be evaluated individually and all deemed by the Awards Committee to meet the Program’s criteria will receive recognition.  Applications that do not meet the minimum qualifications for the selected recognition category will be considered for other categories, when appropriate.

Sample Successful Entries

The listed samples (, ) provide single-page descriptions of Attributes and Activities. Please note the Attribute or Activity identified in the heading of page.

Get Recognized!

EIM honorees will be recognized during NACWA’s 2015 Summer Conference & 45th Annual Meeting on July 12 - 15, 2015, at the Omni Providence Hotel in Providence, Rhode Island.

Contact Kelly Brocato, Director of Membership Development at NACWA’s National Office, phone: 202/833-1449 or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with any questions.