NACWA is now accepting nominations for the 2008 National Environmental Achievement Award (NEAA) program recognizing individual and member agency achievement.  The NEAA program honors individuals and member agencies that have made significant contributions through outstanding advocacy or innovative projects that positively impact the environment, their utility, their community, NACWA, and/or the clean water industry.  Categories for the NEAA Individual Achievement Awards include: Public Service, Distinguished Service, and Environment.  The Agency NEAA categories include: Research & Technology, Operations, Public Service, and Public Information & Education.

This Member Update provides all the information you need to apply for this prestigious award.  Attached for your reference are applications for both the Individual and Agency Award nominations; eligibility and criteria for each award category as well as general guidelines and application checklists are available at www.nacwa.org/neaa.

Get Recognized – Apply Today!

NACWA would like to acknowledge those individuals and member agencies that continually strive to make a positive impact on the environment.  It is through the National Environmental Achievement Awards program, that we celebrate those outstanding individuals and innovative member agency programs and initiatives that exemplify environmental stewardship and a dedication to the clean water industry.  Applications must be received by NACWA’s National Office no later than Friday, December 7, 2007.

How Will Honorees Be Selected for Recognition?

Each National Environmental Achievement Award application will be reviewed by NACWA’s Awards Committee in February.  The National Environmental Achievement recognition program is non-competitive.  Each nomination is judged individually based on eligibility and criteria.

Individual honorees will be recognized at a ceremony and reception during the National Clean Water Policy Forum, at the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC, May 4-7, 2008.  Agency winners will be recognized at NACWA’s Summer Conference and 38th Annual Meeting in Anchorage, AK at the Hilton Anchorage, July 15-18, 2008.

Questions?

Contact Kelly Brocato, Director of Membership Development at 202/833-1449 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it with any questions on the NEAA program or if you would like additional information.  To review a complete listing of past NEAA honorees, visit the NACWA website at www.nacwa.org/awards.

Attachments:

• National Environmental Achievement Member Update (PDF)
• Individual Achievement Award Application (PDF)
• Agency Achievement Award Application (PDF)
• Award Program General Guidelines & Check lists
• Individual Award Eligibility & Criteria
• Agency Award Eligibility & Criteria

* This Member Update is provided to Affiliate Members for information only.