Eugene Public Works Earns Reaccreditation from National Organization

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May 21, 200 CONTACT: Eric Jones, Public Affairs Manager, 541-682-5523 From Public nformation Section, 682-5523 or 954-2938 FOR IMME IATE RELEASE Eug ne Public Works Earns Reaccreditation from National Organization The ugene Public Works Department has been reaccredited under the rigorous standards of the Ameri an Public Works Association (APWA). The epartment was first accredited by APWA in 2004 and is one of only two accredited agencies in regon and 50 in North America. "Whit our initial accreditation was truly a significant accomplishment, it is equally as significant to have implemented the necessary measures to assure continuing compliance," said Public Work Director Kurt Corey. "The true value of the process lies not in the ability to 'check the box' but in u ing the information to continually improve." Toe rn accreditation, Eugene must be in compliance with almost 400 best management practices in 0 areas ranging from operating the Eugene Airport to treating the region's wastewater. During the reaccreditation process, 167 of those practices were closely scrutinized, and Eugene passed with flying colors. In th initial accreditation process, APWA found 11 practices in which Eugene sets industry standards. uring the reaccreditation review, two additional model practices were identified in the areas of sn and ice control materials and wastewater treatment plant safety planning. "Thi accreditation is another demonstration of the City's commitment to excellence and our stewardship of the public's trust," said City Manager Jon Ruiz. "It is an important acknowledgment of the outst nding work of the Public Works Department." ' Mor information about the Eugene Public Works Department is available at www.eu ene- i or.ciov/pw. Eugene Public Works • www.eugene-or.gov/pw 858 Pearl St eet, Eugene, Oregon 97501 • 541-682-5523 • fax 541-682-6826 • e-mail pwadmin@ci.eugene.or.us