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TCAPWA Executive “Advancing Quality of Life for All!”
Committee

tennessee.apwa.org National Public Works Week
PRESIDENT: Regina Santana
Utilities Director, Lebanon
rsantana@lebanontn.org May 19-25, 2024
(615) 444-3647
PRESIDENT ELECT: Kimberly Strong SAMPLE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Constituent Services Coordinator
City of Chattanooga PROCLAMATION – Ask elected officials to make a proclamation for National Public Works
kstrong@chattanooga.gov Week. Write a brief cover letter and enclose a draft of the proclamation (can be found on the
(423) 643-7814 APWA website). Request a time to photograph the official presenting the proclamation to the
designated public works representative during a scheduled Public Works event or a meeting.
VICE-PRESIDENT: Ethan Skaggs
City Engineer, Germantown ENVIRONMENTAL CAMPAIGN – Develop a week of activities to improve the community’s
eskaggs@germantown-tn.gov environment. Show the many ways Public Works departments contribute to your community’s
(901) 568-1929 environmental health. Invite garden clubs, civic groups, historic preservation societies, schools,
SECRETARY: John Chlarson and scouting councils to join you in an environmental project or suggest a project of their
Public Works Consultant, MTAS own. Organize a tree-planting ceremony, recycling drive, public grounds clean-up or free, safe
john.chlarson@tennessee.edu disposal of oversized items and household hazardous wastes.
(731) 695-2472 PUBLIC WORKS EXHIBIT – Create an exhibit to spotlight your recent successes and emphasize
TREASURER: Kenny Wiggins how they benefit all citizens. Arrange to display your exhibit at libraries, community centers
Retired, City of Alcoa and shopping malls. You may be able to take advantage of a captive audience by exhibiting at a
tcapwa.treasurer@gmail.com scheduled community event. Feature Public Works equipment, display photos of facilities and
(865) 679-9724 provide information on upcoming public works projects.
WEST DIRECTOR: Jonathan Whitfield RODEO/EQUIPMENT SHOW – Display equipment your department uses in day-to-day
Street Maintenance Manager, Memphis operations. Give Public Works employees the opportunity to show the skill required to operate
jonathan.whitfield@memphistn.gov public works equipment. Select a location with high visibility such as a parking lot, city park,
(901) 297-0311 or public gathering place. Allow adequate time to research and reserve a location. Invite
MIDDLE DIRECTOR: Casin Swann elected officials to participate in an activity during the event. Emphasize safety; highlight
Director of Business Development the cost-effective measures and unique features of your equipment and vehicles. Have
Pavement Restorations, Inc./PRI of E TN representatives from various departments show equipment and answer questions.
casin@gotpotholes.net OPEN HOUSE OR TOUR – An open house or tour offers participants a new perspective on
(629) 395-8189 Public Works and gives professionals an opportunity to discuss the daily operation at their
UPPER EAST DIRECTOR: Shane Snoderly facility. It also is a good time to gather community members’ opinions of Public Works projects
Director of Public Works & Eng., Alcoa and services. Plan the open house in conjunction with a dedication ceremony, an anniversary,
ssnoderly@cityofalcoa-tn.gov or a celebration of a completed project. Select employees to serve as ambassadors or tour
(865) 380-4812 guides. Provide a forum for citizens to learn about various departments and their functions.
LOWER EAST DIRECTOR: Eric Sines EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION DAY – Acknowledge the many accomplishments public works
Public Work Director, Collegedale employees contribute throughout the year with a special recognition event. Sponsor a banquet
esines@collegedaletn.gov to recognize outstanding performance, special achievements, safety records and attendance.
(423) 468-1983 Include family members of honorees. Award honorees with a gift registration to a seminar, an
engraved plaque, a special proclamation, or a cash award. Invite elected officials. Hold your
TPWI COORDINATORS:
John Chlarson and Klair Kimmey event in a Public Works facility. For example, host a barbecue in an equipment garage.
info@tnpublicworks.com SPORTING EVENT – Promote healthy living by sponsoring a sporting event. Sponsor a golf
(865) 288-0815 tournament and arrange for the proceeds to be dedicated to a Public Works project, such as

PAST PRESIDENT: Nicholas Bradshaw the purchase of playground equipment in a community park. Sponsor a Public Works night at
Fleet Services Director, Knoxville an organized or professional sporting event. Arrange for a message about public works to be
nbradshaw@knoxvilletn.gov announced during the game.
(865) 215-2150 OUTREACH TO SCHOOLS
CHAPTER ADMINISTRATOR: Mark Miller A T-Shirt Design Contest encourages students to be creative while they learn about Public
Public Works Director, Pigeon Forge Works. It’s an excellent activity for elementary school age students. Design subjects include
P.O. Box 1350, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868 parks and recreation, recycling, road repair and street cleaning. Print the winning design on
markmillertcapwa@gmail.com T-shirts and distribute T-shirts to students to wear during National Public Works Week.
(865) 429-7312 Bringing an Equipment Show & Tell to a middle school enables students to see firsthand the
equipment you use in daily operations. This activity is ideal if you have limited resources.
TPW PUBLISHER: Klair Kimmey A Job Shadow Day enables a high school student to experience a workday in the life of the
P.O. Box 22491, Knoxville, TN 37933 Public Works professional who performs a job of interest to the student.
klair@tnpublicworks.com
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