In order for the awards selection committee to give each of the received nominations fair and appropriate consideration, each nomination must complete the appropriate nomination form. This information must be accurate, neatly prepared, and relevant to the award criteria as established for the chosen award category. Please refer to the Utah Recreation and Parks Association Award Criteria in preparing this information.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Executive / Director
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Parks and Recreation.
5. Has the nominee held any committee positions or performed legislative work related to Parks & Recreation? Please list any applicable.
6. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has actively supported and positively impacted the efforts of URPA.
7. List any creation of unique events, innovation in the work place or identification of critical needs in recreation or parks.
8. Has the nominee facilitated special funding for parks recreational facilities or programs? Please elaborate.
9. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Parks Management
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Parks and Recreation.
5. Has the nominee held any committee positions or performed legislative work related to Parks & Recreation? Please list any applicable.
6. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has actively supported and positively impacted the efforts of URPA.
7. List any creation of unique events, innovation in the work place or identification of critical needs in recreation or parks.
8. Has the nominee facilitated special funding for parks recreational facilities or programs? Please elaborate.
9. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Recreation Management
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable.
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Parks and Recreation.
5. Has the nominee held any committee positions or performed legislative work related to Parks & Recreation? Please list any applicable.
6. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has actively supported and positively impacted the efforts of URPA.
7. List any creation of unique events, innovation in the work place or identification of critical needs in recreation or parks.
8. Has the nominee facilitated special funding for parks recreational facilities or programs? Please elaborate.
9. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Recreation
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable.
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Recreation.
5. Has the nominee held any committee positions or performed legislative work related to Parks & Recreation? Please list any applicable.
6. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has actively supported and positively impacted the efforts of URPA.
7. List the creation of unique events, innovation in the work place or identification of critical needs in recreation.
8. Has the nominee facilitated special funding for parks recreational facilities or programs? Please elaborate.
9. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Parks (Parks, Cemetery, Golf Course)
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable.
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Parks Maintenance.
5. List professional articles or research authored by the nominee.
6. Provide a list of professional certifications' and/or licenses presently held by nominee.
7. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession and/or community.
8. Has the nominee facilitated special funding for parks recreational facilities or programs? Please elaborate.
9. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Aquatics
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. List positions that the nominee has held with any professional organization, committee, or boards.
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Aquatics.
5. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable.
6. Provide a list of professional certifications' and/or licenses presently held by nominee.
7. How has the nominee contributed to the profession and/or community?
8. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Academics
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. List positions that the nominee has held with any professional organization, committee, or boards.
4. List any contributions through research and service that have advanced the cause of the Parks and Recreation movement.
5. Has the nominee published any professional articles or research? Please list any applicable.
6.Has the nominee held any committee positions or performed legislative work related to Parks & Recreation? Please list any applicable.
7. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has been an outstanding mentor for students in the profession.
8. Has the nominee facilitated special funding for recreational facilities or program? If yes, please elaborate.
9. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Professional - Young Professional Award
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Has the nominee been awarded any professional honors or recognition? Please list all applicable.
3. Provide full time positions the nominee has worked in the profession or substantial part time work as program coordinator or in a similar midlevel management position.
4. Discuss the outstanding accomplishments achieved by the nominee in the field of Parks and Recreation.
5. Provide a brief statement on how the nominee has actively supported and positively impacted the efforts of URPA.
6. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Lifetime Achievement
Nomination Help Letter
1. Provide a complete biographical description of the individual being nominated.
2. Discuss the outstanding service rendered to the URPA or the field of Parks and Recreation in general.
3. Provide examples of the nominee's outstanding accomplishments in the field of Parks and Recreation.
4. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Program
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - To recognize and encourage special efforts made by parks and recreation agencies or organizations providing outstanding benefits to a community.
1. Provide a complete description of the program being nominated.
2. Identify some partners participating in the provision of the nominated program.
3. Describe the extent of the population served by the nominated program.
4. Highlight the exceptional qualities of the program being nominated. If it's an existing program, explained how it has significantly expanded or been modified from the original program.
5. Provide an account of how the nominated program has provided substantial cost savings, has been in response to a critical need in the community, or is providing new or unique service to special populations, such as adaptive programming, etc.
6. Describe any aspect of the program that is "innovative" in its approach.
7. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominated program should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
8. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Special Event
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - To recognize and encourage special efforts made by parks and recreation agencies or organizations providing outstanding benefits to a community.
1. Provide a complete description of the special event being nominated.
2. Identify some partners participating in the provision of the nominated special event.
3. Describe the extent of the population served by the nominated special event.
4. Highlight the exceptional qualities of the special event being nominated. If it's an existing special event, explained how it has significantly expanded or been modified from the original special event.
5. Provide an account of how the nominated special event has provided substantial cost savings, has been in response to a critical need in the community, or is providing new or unique service to special populations, such as adaptive programming, etc.
6. Describe any aspect of the special event that is "innovative" in its approach.
7. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominated special event should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
8. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Adaptive Program
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - To recognize and encourage special efforts made by parks and recreation agencies or organizations providing outstanding benefits to a community.
1. Provide a complete description of the adaptive program being nominated.
2. Identify some partners participating in the provision of the nominated program.
3. Describe the extent of the population served by the nominated program.
4. Highlight the exceptional qualities of the program being nominated. If it's an existing program, explained how it has significantly expanded or been modified from the original program.
5. Provide an account of how the nominated program has provided substantial cost savings, has been in response to a critical need in the community, or is providing new or unique service to special populations, such as adaptive programming, etc.
6. Describe any aspect of the program that is "innovative" in its approach.
7. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominated program should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
8. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Facility - Class I (population under 15,000)
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - To recognize and encourage special efforts made by parks and recreation agencies or organizations providing outstanding benefits to a community.
1. Provide a complete description of the facility being nominated.
2. Identify a exceptional innovation and architectural features incorporated into the development of this facility.
3. Describe any significant and identifiable cost savings associated with this facility.
4. Describe how this facility has significantly addressed critical needs within the community or has provided new or unique service to special populations, such as adaptive programming, etc.
5. Identify new or unique services that the facility has enabled you to provide as a result of its development.
6. Explain any significant expansion or modification of existing facilities and/or programs.
7. Describe all design features that make the facility more sustainable, energy-efficient, or even LEED-certified.
8. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the outstanding facility should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
9. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Facility - Class II (population between 15,000 to 50,000)
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - To recognize and encourage special efforts made by parks and recreation agencies or organizations providing outstanding benefits to a community.
1. Provide a complete description of the facility being nominated.
2. Identify a exceptional innovation and architectural features incorporated into the development of this facility.
3. Describe any significant and identifiable cost savings associated with this facility.
4. Describe how this facility has significantly addressed critical needs within the community or has provided new or unique service to special populations, such as adaptive programming, etc.
5. Identify new or unique services that the facility has enabled you to provide as a result of its development.
6. Explain any significant expansion or modification of existing facilities and/or programs.
7. Describe all design features that make the facility more sustainable, energy-efficient, or even LEED-certified.
8. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the outstanding facility should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
9. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Facility - Class III (population over 50,000)
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - To recognize and encourage special efforts made by parks and recreation agencies or organizations providing outstanding benefits to a community.
1. Provide a complete description of the facility being nominated.
2. Identify a exceptional innovation and architectural features incorporated into the development of this facility.
3. Describe any significant and identifiable cost savings associated with this facility.
4. Describe how this facility has significantly addressed critical needs within the community or has provided new or unique service to special populations, such as adaptive programming, etc.
5. Identify new or unique services that the facility has enabled you to provide as a result of its development.
6. Explain any significant expansion or modification of existing facilities and/or programs.
7. Describe all design features that make the facility more sustainable, energy-efficient, or even LEED-certified.
8. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the outstanding facility should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
9. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Innovation of the Year
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - Demonstrates outstanding innovation in parks, recreation, recreational therapy, education, research, or something related; to promote the value of the profession, programs, facilities, or a closely related area.
1. Provide a complete description of the innovation being nominated.
2. Explain what makes the nominee "innovative" by nature.
3. Discuss how the innovation promotes or enhances the value of the profession, the program it is associated with, or the specific facility that the achievement is a part of.
4. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominated innovation should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
5. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Citizen Advocate / Volunteer
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - An individual or organization whose voluntary contributions of time and effort over a period of years have improved the quality and quantity of leisure opportunities through parks, recreation, conservation programs, projects in communities and neighborhoods, the state of Utah, or the nation.
1. Provide a complete biographical description of the individual being nominated.
2. Provide an explanation of the volunteer services contributed by the nominee.
3. Highlight the nominee's success in raising or donating funds, services, land, equipment, or other valuable contributions that have improved the quality and quantity of leisure services provided in a community, the state of Utah, or the nation.
4. Explained how the nominee has supported the URPA or one of its member agencies.
5. Briefly highlight any involvement that the nominee may have had regarding the preparation and/or sponsoring of legislation pertaining to the field of Parks and Recreation.
6. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Department - Class I (population under 15,000)
Criteria - Encourages and recognizes excellence in the promotion and provision of facilities and/or programs in the field of parks and/or recreation.
1. Provide a complete description of the department being nominated.
2. Describe funding sources available to the department for the provision of services it is responsible for.
3. Explain how the achievements of the nominee demonstrated the collective efforts of the department's staff, resources, and programs.
4. Describe how the department models excellence in the promotion and provision of parks and recreation programs & facilities within the community.
5. Identify a innovation(s) or strategic change(s) that have had a significant and positive impact upon the department.
6. List any local, state, or national awards or certifications as a department.
7. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the outstanding department should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Department - Class II (population between 15,000 to 50,000)
Criteria - Encourages and recognizes excellence in the promotion and provision of facilities and/or programs in the field of parks and/or recreation.
1. Provide a complete description of the department being nominated.
2. Describe funding sources available to the department for the provision of services it is responsible for.
3. Explain how the achievements of the nominee demonstrated the collective efforts of the department's staff, resources, and programs.
4. Describe how the department models excellence in the promotion and provision of parks and recreation programs & facilities within the community.
5. Identify a innovation(s) or strategic change(s) that have had a significant and positive impact upon the department.
6. List any local, state, or national awards or certifications as a department.
7. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the outstanding department should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Outstanding Department - Class III (population over 50,000)
Criteria - Encourages and recognizes excellence in the promotion and provision of facilities and/or programs in the field of parks and/or recreation.
1. Provide a complete description of the department being nominated.
2. Describe funding sources available to the department for the provision of services it is responsible for.
3. Explain how the achievements of the nominee demonstrated the collective efforts of the department's staff, resources, and programs.
4. Describe how the department models excellence in the promotion and provision of parks and recreation programs & facilities within the community.
5. Identify a innovation(s) or strategic change(s) that have had a significant and positive impact upon the department.
6. List any local, state, or national awards or certifications as a department.
7. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the outstanding department should receive the award for which it is nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Vendor / Sponsor of the Year
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - A vendor or sponsor who has made substantial and significant contributions to the URPA.
1. Provide a complete description of the vendor/ sponsor being nominated.
2. Briefly describe how the vendor/ sponsor has consistently shown a strong commitment and support to the URPA.
3. Provide information on how the vendor/ sponsor has contributed to URPA and/or one of its events or activities associated with the Association.
4. Provide examples of contributed donations, services, land, equipment, etc. to the URPA or has enhanced the quality of life within the community, county or state.
5. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
URPA Award Nomination for Professional Scholarship: Great Western Recreation, Steve & Georgia Carpenter, Fred & Judy Tamagawa
Nomination Help Letter
Criteria - Provides financial assistance to worthy candidates who would benefit from financial assistance in obtaining training on a local, state, or national level.
1. Provide a brief employment history of the individual being nominated.
2. Describe the responsibilities of the nominee that often prohibits the nominee from being able to routinely attend training and professional enhancement opportunities.
3. State how the nominee would benefit from the financial assistance received through this scholarship in obtaining training on a local, state, or national level.
4. Is the nominee a current URPA member and participates in their region? If so, give examples of what constitutes their involvement.
5. How does the nominee embody enthusiasm, dedication & support to the Parks and Recreation profession?
6. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominee should receive the scholarship for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
Conservation and Sustainability
Criteria - An individual who has made substantial and significant contributions to the profession on a regional, state, national, or international level. Has provided outstanding service to the profession by serving on boards and/or committees or has found success in their related field (aquatics, recreation, parks maintenance, etc.)
1. Provide a complete description of the project or program being nominated.
2. Explain how the project or program relates to conservation or sustainability.
3. Discuss how the project or program promotes or enhances the value of the profession, the program it is associated with, or the specific facility that the achievement is a part of.
4. Identify some partners participating in the provision of the nominated program.
5. Provide an account of how the nominated program has provided substantial cost savings, has been in response to a critical need in the community.
6. Conclude with a summary statement of 250 words or less as to why the nominated innovation should receive the award for which they have been nominated. This will be printed in the awards booklet.
7. Would you be willing to do a 7-10 minute presentation at conference with the other nominations in this category to share your program/facility/conservation/sustainability nomination with those attending conference? (Note: Selecting “No” will have no bearing on whether or not your nomination is selected for the award).
Yes
No