Distinguished Public Service Award

2024 Recipient

Ted Henifin

Award Criteria

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Purpose of the Award: The award for Distinguished Public Service, established in 1951 in honor of Harry E. Jordan who served as Secretary of the Association from 1936 to 1959, is presented in recognition of distinguished public service outside the line of duty by an AWWA member.

The Award: An exquisite sculpture that embodies the essence of accomplishment and serve as a testament to the recipient's dedication and contributions. Each Distinguished Public Service award is accompanied by a personalized inscribed nameplate to honor and preserve the recipient's name and accomplishment.

Frequency of the Award: As deserved.

Eligibility for Award: All members of AWWA who have made outstanding contributions in public service, in addition to achieving recognition as professionals in the industry. Public service is considered to be exceptional, long-term voluntary service in a leadership capacity in or with community-based activities such as church, fraternal, youth, or service-oriented organizations and/or exceptional volunteer service to federal, state, provincial, municipal, global or other governmental entities.

Entry Requirements: Submit full name and address and complete biographical information on each nominee on the entry form provided by AWWA.

Nomination Procedure: A nomination for the award may be submitted by any AWWA member or section to the American Water Works Association, Attn:  Executive Dept., 6666 W. Quincy Avenue, Denver, CO 80235.   Nominees may remain under consideration for up to three years. Section will be notified if their nominee has not been selected within that time. A candidate may be re-nominated. If the candidate is not re-nominated, his/her name will be dropped from the list.

Nomination or Submission Deadline: Nominations must be received by November 1 to be assured of receiving full consideration.

Award Committee Membership: The committee shall consist of the last five (5) Past Presidents with the most recent Past President serving as chair. An Association staff member shall serve as advisor to the committee.

Method of Selecting Award Recipient: The committee shall report its nominee to the Board of Directors for approval at its winter meeting.

Presentation of the Award: The award will be presented at the American Water Works Association Annual Conference and Exposition or at another appropriate event.

Past Recipients