NEPPA is soliciting nominations for awards of recognition to be presented during the annual conference in September. Each year, the association seeks to recognize individuals who have made contributions to their utilities, communities, and to public power. To help identify these individuals, we need your assistance. The award categories are as follows:
Person of the Year |
-for sustained, outstanding service and contributions to NEPPA and to public power |
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Francis "Skip" Willey Individual Achievement Award |
-for an employee of a NEPPA system who demonstrates a professional commitment to public power through personal development and participation in NEPPA’s educational programs and other association activities |
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Distinguished Service |
-for outstanding service to a NEPPA utility |
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NEPPA Service |
-for significant contributions to the association |
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Commissioner Service |
-for Commissioners or elected Light Board members who have provided outstanding leadership to their public power systems for three full terms or at least 10 years |
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Century Award |
-for member systems that celebrate their 100th anniversary during the year |
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We welcome written nominations for any of these awards, along with a brief description of the individual’s contributions or achievements. Please feel free to nominate more than one individual for Distinguished Service, NEPPA Service, or Commissioner Service, as multiple awards can be made in these categories.
Please send nominations to the NEPPA office by no later than July 27 (FAX: 508-482-0932; Email: lbrownell@neppa.org). We look forward to receiving your nominations.