The ORPA Aquatics Section presents awards to parks and recreation professionals in the field of aquatics for their innovation and commitment. Aquatic section leaders hand out awards to winners at the Aquatics Section meeting during or around the ORPA Annual Conference. Winners not in attendance will be mailed awards.
Nominations for this year are due: August 20, 2021.
Use this form below to nominate a person or project for one of the awards listed below. Below the name of each award is criteria used to determine eligibility.
Excellence in Programming / Special Events
Innovative qualities (either new or expanded)
How did you measure success of the program/event
Impact (reach) number of patrons involved
Staff involvement (development, program oversight, etc.)
Cost effectiveness
Purpose served
Accessibility
Lifesaving Award
Life threatening situation
Staff involvement
Lifesaving innovation
Training innovation
Maintenance and Operations Award
Innovation
Training program for staff
Implementation of new technology
Energy efficiency
Volunteer Award
Service enhances program/facility/agency
Service performed by a non-paid individual
Professional of the Year Award
Committed to the aquatics profession
Demonstration of inspirational leadership
Made noteworthy contributions over a period of time
Must have been in the field for a minimum of five years
Must have been a member of ORPA for a minimum of five years
