There will be a benefit for the family of John Wasilunas, a member of the Westwood, MA Department of Public Works, who died on the job.  The benefit event is being held March 27th in Norwood, MA.   See the attached informational fliers for details.

Once again the New England Chapter Awards Committee is accepting nominations for Chapter level awards.  See the attached brochure for details.

After 30 Years of Service to the Town of Brookline Tom DeMaio is retiring.  The Retirement Party will be held on January 14, 2010 at the Four Points Sheraton in Norwood, MA.  See the attachment for details.

To be held at Mohegan Sun on February 19 & 20, 2010

The New England Chapter of APWA uses an annual call for papers to select papers for all of our technical meetings for 2010.  The deadline for submissions has been extended to Jan 8, 2010.

The New England Chapter wants to sponsor a young emerging leader from within the chapter to take part in the APWA Emerging Leaders Program which culminates with attendance to the 2010 Congress in Boston.  We are offering sponsorship to the program as well as a scholarship to attend Congress.  Applications for this program are available at http://newengland.apwa.net/?MODE=RESOURCES&sec=5.  Applications are due by July 1, 2009.

Each year the New England Chapter funds a scholarship to our annual Congress (this year to be held in Columbus, OH in September).  More information is available on the application form at http://newengland.apwa.net/?MODE=RESOURCES&sec=5.  The applications are due on June 1, 2009.

TUITION REDUCTION FOR MPA WITH A CONCENTRATION IN PUBLIC WORKS

The Norwich University School of Graduate Studies in concert with The American Public Works Association (APWA) is offering a new "Public Works Administration" concentration in our on-line Master of Public Administration (MPA) program. This concentration, which is a joint effort between The Norwich University School of Graduate Studies MPA and MCE (Master of Civil Engineering) programs, will cover legal, operational, administrative, and policy issues for: public utilities; water, wastewater, and transportation facilities; emergency response; etc.  APWA and Norwich University School of Graduate Studies is offering a one time 30% discount in tuition for the two concentration courses only.

The APWA is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit educational and membership organization whose exempt purpose shall be the advancement of the theory and practice of the design, construction, maintenance, administration, and operation of public works facilities and services; the dissemination of information and experience upon, and the promotion of improved practices in public works administration; the encouragement of the adherence by public works officials to a high professional standard; and the professional and social improvements of its members; and the promotion of cooperation among all public, quasi-public, and private persons, firms, corporations, bodies, utilities, and agencies which have interests in the field of public works. In line with our exempt purpose, the APWA has established a Mission to promote professional excellence; understanding of and competency and credibility in public works.

Membership in APWA national or any chapter is not a selection requirement.  Applicants should be aware that this is not a qualified tuition reduction plan by IRS definition.  Applicants should consult a tax advisor if they have questions about any tax liability.

The successful applicant for this scholarship should have previous experience and education in the civil engineering, construction/project management, and/or public works areas.  The application deadline is January 26, 2009. 

Please answer the questions below and attach your resume with this application for consideration.

1. Why do you want to enroll in the Norwich University Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Works?

2. What unique qualifications do you posses that will ensure your success in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Works program?

3. How will you use what you learn in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Public Works program to advance the goals of APWA?

4. Will your employer reimburse you for any of the expenses associated with this program?

FAX OR EMAIL YOUR APPLICATION AND RESUME TO CHRISTINA DAVIS AT

816-595-5316 OR CDAVIS@APWA.NET NO LATER THAN JANUARY 26, 2009

The Advocacy Task Force chaired by Past-President Jim Coppola has issued it's final report.  The final report is available on the chapter website at the resources tab or you can follow this link http://newengland.apwa.net/?MODE=RESOURCES&sec=5.  You will also find the Task Force's Final Report.

The Utility Advisors and Collaborating Organization has assembled a guide to Effective Utility Management Primer for Water and Wastewater Utilities.  The document is available on the resources tab on this website under the documents link. 

The Governors of 3 of our New England Chapter states recognized the contributions that public works agencies make to the betterment of the lives of our citizen's by signing proclamations recognizing National Public Works Weeks.  We received proclamations from the Governors of New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Connecticut.  Attached is a photo of NH Governor John Lynch with NH Director and Merrimack NH DPW Director Ed Chase, DPW Director from Walpole NH Jim Tirrell, DPW Director from Bow, NH Chum Cleverly and Chapter President and Goffstown NH DPW Director Carl Quiram.