Presented to a state association member by the NEWWA president to recognize contributions of the recipient to his or her state association and to the water works profession in general. The president and board of directors of each state and regional association within New England are invited to participate. Once each year, the state or regional board will be encouraged to accept nominations from the board or their membership and will select from the nominations one person to receive the award. The nominee/recipient should be a member in good standing with the representative association. Specific criteria may include: 1) Contribution to state or regional association activities; 2) Activities that have achieved public recognition of the excellence of the water works profession; or 3) Innovative ideas or programs that have improved service to customers.