Awards Program
What is the SDAO Awards Program?
The Special Districts Association of Oregon’s Awards Program gives recognition to member districts for accomplishments which allow them to provide better service to the public and honors individuals who have greatly contributed to the success of their organization. These awards celebrate the ingenuity, creativity, and diversity of our members.
Within this program are two special recognition awards; the Outstanding Special District Program award, and the Outstanding Special District Service award. Winning either award is the highest level of professional acknowledgment within the realm of local government today.
Outstanding Special District Programs
| 2011-12 Flyer | 2011-12 Nomination form - Word | 20111-12 Nomination form - pdf |
This award category recognizes innovative projects and programs, outstanding safety, public information, public involvement in a district decision making process, and outstanding achievement.
Efforts in these areas are considered in light of available resources (i.e., smaller districts may have significantly fewer resources than larger districts); therefore, three subcategories have been established for this award:
- Districts with 5 or fewer employees
- Districts with 6-25 employees
- District with 26 or more employees
Outstanding Special District Services
| 2011-12 Flyer | 2011-12 Nomination form - Word | 2011-12 Nomination form - pdf |
This award category recognizes individuals who have contributed substantially to the improvement and successful operation of his or her special district. Four subcategories have been established for this award:
- Board Member
- Manager
- Employee
- Volunteer
SDAO Board and Trust members are ineligible to be nominated for this award.
How do I submit an application?
Complete the SDAO Awards Program nomination form. Please respond to each question, attaching additional pages if necessary. Applicants are encouraged to include video footage if available. We are currently accepting nomination forms for 2010-2011 which will be awarded in February, 2011. The application deadline is October 3, 2011.
Submit completed nomination form(s) to: SDAO, PO Box 12613, Salem, Oregon 97309-0613.
How are entries judged?
Applications will be reviewed by the awards committee members using standard evaluation features such as: impact for other districts, positive results, special purpose, increased safety, cost savings, improved quality of service, innovation, and community need.
What do I do if I win?
Winners may accept the award in person at the SDAO Annual Conference Awards Banquet in February. Recipients who are unable to attend the conference may have someone accept the award on their behalf, or may request to have their award mailed to them.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions, please contact Luanne Richey at 800-285-5461.
We look forward to receiving your submissions.
| 2010-11 Awards Flyer |
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2011-12 Outstanding Special District Program Nomination Form: Word, pdf | Deadline: October 3, 2011
| 2011-12 Outstanding Special District Service Nomination Form: Word, pdf | Deadline: October 3, 2011
