Applications, Nominations Open for ACWA’s Fall Awards

ACWA is now accepting applications and nominations for the following awards that will be announced during ACWA's 2024 Fall Conference & Expo in Palm Desert, being held Dec. 3-5. The deadline to apply for three of the awards is approaching.

• The Excellence in Innovation Award recognizes successful innovations by member agencies that continue to support and drive California toward long-term water resilience. Sponsored by CDM Smith, the award recognizes groundbreaking and unique programs, projects, practices and/or technologies implemented by ACWA member agencies. Submission deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 3.
• Huell Howser Excellence in Communication Award honors outstanding public water agency efforts in communicating important information to customers, legislators, media, the public and others. The award focuses on projects and programs that quantifiably meet an agency's public information, communications or outreach goals in an innovative way while making effective use of available resources. Submission deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 3.
• John P. Fraser Emissary Award honors individual ACWA member volunteers who have made remarkable and visible contributions to the enhancement, protection or development of water resources in California by participating in, supporting and advancing ACWA's mission and goals. Submission deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 3.
• Outreach Awards acknowledge members for their advocacy on issues critical to our industry. The awards for most active member agencies in each region are based on outreach interactions - including letters, faxes, emails, telephone calls or in-person contacts - consistent with ACWA's positions or stated policies. There are also three special recognition categories. Submission deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 1.

For more details about all the awards, including eligibility requirements and submission guidelines, please visit ACWA's website.