Awards

Excellence in Small Town and Rural Planning

CAROL THOMAS AWARD FOR SMALL TOWN AND RURAL PLANNER
Given to an individual in public service, academia or the private sector that has made an outstanding contribution to planning in their community.
VERNON DEINES AWARD FOR COMPREHENSIVE PLAN OR SPECIAL PROJECT PLAN
Given to an outstanding comprehensive plan or special project plan that addressed the development of a neighborhood, community, county or region.
JOHN KELLER AWARD FOR PLANNING INITIATIVE
Given to an outstanding initiative or program in public education, workshops, ordinances, or enforcement that promotes planning in small towns and rural areas.
JAMES A. SEGEDY AWARD FOR STUDENT PROJECT
Given to an outstanding project by a graduate or undergraduate class or individual that addresses a planning issue facing small town or rural areas.