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TCAPWA Executive National Public Works Week
Committee
tennessee.apwa.net May 21-27, 2023

PRESIDENT: Nicholas Bradshaw
Fleet Services Director, Knoxville Start Making Plans Now!
nbradshaw@knoxvilletn.gov
(865) 215-2150
PRESIDENT ELECT: Regina Santana SAMPLE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Engineering Services Director, Lebanon PROCLAMATION – Ask elected officials to make a proclamation for National Public Works
rsantana@lebanontn.org Week. Write a brief cover letter and enclose a draft of the proclamation (can be found on the
(615) 444-3647 APWA website). Request a time to photograph the official presenting the proclamation to the
VICE-PRESIDENT: Kimberly Strong designated public works representative during a scheduled Public Works event or a meeting.
Constituent Services Coordinator ENVIRONMENTAL CAMPAIGN – Develop a week of activities to improve the community’s
City of Chattanooga environment. Show the many ways Public Works departments contribute to your community’s
kstrong@chattanooga.gov environmental health. Invite garden clubs, civic groups, historic preservation societies, schools,
(423) 643-7814 and scouting councils to join you in an environmental project or suggest a project of their
own. Organize a tree-planting ceremony, recycling drive, public grounds clean-up or free, safe
SECRETARY: John Chlarson disposal of oversized items and household hazardous wastes.
Public Works Consultant, MTAS
john.chlarson@tennessee.edu PUBLIC WORKS EXHIBIT – Create an exhibit to spotlight your recent successes and emphasize
(731) 695-2472 how they benefit all citizens. Arrange to display your exhibit at libraries, community centers
and shopping malls. You may be able to take advantage of a captive audience by exhibiting at a
TREASURER: Kenny Wiggins scheduled community event. Feature Public Works equipment, display photos of facilities and
Retired, City of Alcoa provide information on upcoming public works projects.
tcapwa.treasurer@gmail.com RODEO/EQUIPMENT SHOW – Display equipment your department uses in day-to-day
(865) 679-9724 operations. Give Public Works employees the opportunity to show the skill required to operate
WEST DIRECTOR: Ethan Skaggs public works equipment. Select a location with high visibility such as a parking lot, city park,
City Engineer, Germantown or public gathering place. Allow adequate time to research and reserve a location. Invite
eskaggs@germantown-tn.gov elected officials to participate in an activity during the event. Emphasize safety; highlight
(901) 568-1929 the cost-effective measures and unique features of your equipment and vehicles. Have
representatives from various departments show equipment and answer questions.
MIDDLE DIRECTOR: Lee Clark OPEN HOUSE OR TOUR – An open house or tour offers participants a new perspective on
General Services Administrator, Lebanon Public Works and gives professionals an opportunity to discuss the daily operation at their
lee.clark@lebanontn.org facility. It also is a good time to gather community members’ opinions of Public Works projects
(615) 444-0825 ext. 5101
and services. Plan the open house in conjunction with a dedication ceremony, an anniversary,
UPPER EAST DIRECTOR: Shane Snoderly or a celebration of a completed project. Select employees to serve as ambassadors or tour
Director of Public Works & Eng., Alcoa guides. Provide a forum for citizens to learn about various departments and their functions.
ssnoderly@cityofalcoa-tn.gov EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY – Acknowledge the many accomplishments public works
(865) 380-4812 employees contribute throughout the year with a special recognition event. Sponsor a banquet
to recognize outstanding performance, special achievements, safety records and attendance.
LOWER EAST DIRECTOR: Loretta Hopper Include family members of honorees. Award honorees with a gift registration to a seminar, an
Public Work Director, Signal Mountain engraved plaque, a special proclamation, or a cash award. Invite elected officials. Hold your
lhopper@signalmountaintn.gov event in a Public Works facility. For example, host a barbecue in an equipment garage.
(423) 886-2177
SPORTING EVENT – Promote healthy living by sponsoring a sporting event. Sponsor a golf
PAST PRESIDENT: John Fox tournament and arrange for the proceeds to be dedicated to a Public Works project, such as
Public Utilities Manager, Collierville the purchase of playground equipment in a community park. Sponsor a Public Works night at
jfox@colliervilletn.gov an organized or professional sporting event. Arrange for a message about public works to be
(901) 457-2810 announced during the game.

CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR: Mark Miller OUTREACH TO SCHOOLS
Public Works Director, Pigeon Forge A T-Shirt Design Contest encourages students to be creative while they learn about Public
P.O. Box 1350, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868 Works. It’s an excellent activity for elementary school age students. Design subjects include
markmillertcapwa@gmail.com parks and recreation, recycling, road repair and street cleaning. Print the winning design on
(865) 429-7312 T-shirts and distribute T-shirts to students to wear during National Public Works Week.
Bringing an Equipment Show & Tell to a middle school enables students to see firsthand the
TPW PUBLISHER: Klair Kimmey equipment you use in daily operations. This activity is ideal if you have limited resources.
P.O. Box 22491, Knoxville, TN 37933 A Job Shadow Day enables a high school student to experience a workday in the life of the
klair@tnpublicworks.com Public Works professional who performs a job of interest to the student.
(865) 288-0815 (o); (865) 924-4956 (c)
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