Award Narrative
The nominee must have a proven record and a high level of competency in at least four (4) of these areas:
1. Record of outstanding professional service and a history of engagement to the delivery of park and recreation services or programs throughout their career.
2. Service to CPRS through state, district or section activities and / or other professional and community organizations.
3. Positive and meaningful impact or change to the community / communities and those who are served.
4. Response to a significant challenge in their community and their innovative, responsive and proactive approach in developing solutions to the challenge.
5. Leadership achievement(s): communicating a vision to others inside or outside his/her organization; setting direction; executive decision-making aligned with organization's values, vision, and mission; and being viewed as a change agent within the community, region, or area.
6. Achievement in developing and implementing strategic change initiatives to produce desired change in capacity building, strengthening community leadership, or enhancing the planning process.
7. Experience in developing cooperative ventures, partnerships, alliances, collaborations or coalitions based on common goals that maximize resources for the long-term goals of the organization.
8. Demonstration of innovations and forward-thinking solutions that align their organization or CPRS for a successful future.
9. Demonstration of promoting the success of the profession through developing and mentoring young professionals, succession planning or training.
Award Application Summary
In 150 words or less, please give us a compelling description of your award nomination, highlighting several points from the questions above. Note that this 150-word description may be used in future CPRS Award program marketing materials. Be sure it is representative of what you'd like not only our award judges but also general members, to read about your award nominee!
Additional Supplemental Information Requested/Required
a) Up to four (4) one page letter(s) of reference / achievement addressing one or more of the nine (9) award criteria. Examples may be letter(s) from professional peer(s), supervisor(s), subordinate(s), community leader(s), elected or appointed official(s), board / commission member(s), or representative(s) of partner organization(s).
b) 1 to 2 photos of nominee; labeled with nominee name & nominator name