The 2020 Awards Nomination period has closed! Thank you to all that took the time to send in their submission.  Stay tuned for an announcement concerning the 2020 Awards of Distinction winners.

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District Awards
Outstanding New Facility: Honors excellence in design and planning of newly constructed public park facilities. Demonstrates high standards of quality, versatility, accessibility, and community involvement.

Outstanding Renovated Facility: Honors excellence in design and planning of newly renovated public park facilities. Exhibits high standards of quality, versatility, accessibility, and community involvement.

Environmental Excellence Award: Honors programming or planning that supports environmental sustainability in the operation and management of District facilities.

Outstanding Innovation: Honors unique or groundbreaking recreation programs, park maintenance practices, or District operations.

*Outstanding Community Outreach Campaign: Honors excellence in community engagement, communication, and outreach to District constituents.

*Outstanding Activity/Special Event: Honors outstanding and unique achievements in program planning, development, and implementation of a District activity or special event.

*CARPD Community Landmark Award: Recognizes public park facilities that have served communities for 30 or more years.  Honors those facilities that have been at the core of recreation and park activities for a diverse user base and provided a wide-range of experiences and activities to the community.

Individual Awards
Outstanding District Employee: Any District employee whose significant contributions have gone above and beyond in service of their District.

Outstanding General Manager: Any District General Manager or District Administrator whose significant contributions have gone above and beyond in service of their District.

Outstanding Board Member: Any individual serving as  Board Member for at least one term of office (4 years) whose significant contributions have benefited their District.

Community Awards (Limit 1 Per District—ALL Nominees Honored)
Outstanding Community Organization/Partner: Honors any public or private club, special interest group, or public agency that has made a significant contribution to a District recreation or park program.

Outstanding Volunteer: Honors any person who has provided outstanding participation, volunteer service, or other significant contributions to a District recreation or park program.