NAPPC Roadside Managers Award
Pollinator Roadways is an initiative of the North American Pollinator Protection Campaign (NAPPC) to recognize transportation agencies who are leading the field in pollinator-friendly roadside practices. In 2019 NAPPC will be awarding its 4th annual Pollinator Roadside Management Award.
The Awards
There will be an award for state projects and another for county/local/regional projects.
Award Criteria – Government Transportation Agency:
• Demonstrates an exemplary long-term commitment to provide pollinator habitat along roadsides.
• Plants or seeds pollinator supporting vegetation.
• Promotes vegetation management practices (mowing, pesticide use, etc.) within the agency that incorporate the needs of pollinators.
• Can describe the positive impacts of the agency’s pollinator initiative for animals and people.
• Engages the public through education and outreach as well as signage.
• Documented roadside miles impacted by the agency’s pollinator initiative, and plans for the future.
Key Dates:
• Nomination Period: October 2018 – June 1, 2019
• Deadline for Applications: June 1, 2019
• Award Announced: Summer/Fall 2019
Nominations:
To nominate a transportation agency please complete the online application at www.pollinator.org/roadsides#roadsides-manager-award or email the completed form below to info@pollinator.org by June 1, 2019.
Nomination Form:
https://pollinator.org/assets/generalFiles/NAPPC-Roadside-Managers-Award-2019-Form.pdf
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