ACCGov Stormwater Management Named Education Program of Excellence

Staff Report

Monday, August 10th, 2020

We are so proud to announce that the Stormwater Management Program was recently named an "Education Program of Excellence" in the Watershed Category by the Georgia Association of Water Professionals. This award is given out each year to municipalities that demonstrate excellence and innovation in the realm of water education.

Did you know that our education program encompasses K-12, business, and public education and outreach? In 2019 alone, the Stormwater Education Specialist conducted 38 K-12/youth activities, participated in 6 business outreach events, attended 8 public events, and hosted 21 workshops or presentations for community groups. We consider education and public awareness a critical piece of stormwater management and will continue to strive for excellence in our programming.

Interested in reading more about Stormwater’s education efforts? Check out the award application under the "Downloadable Resources" section of our website.