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APWA-MN will reward a young Public Works professional involved in the chapter (and eager to grow professionally in the field of Public Works) with a stipend to attend the 2024 APWA Public Works Expo (PWX) in Atlanta, GA!

The Minnesota Chapter is thrilled to recognize the contributions of its young members by once again providing a deserving member with a stipend of up to $2,500 to help with expenses to attend the national PWX event. Reimbursable expenses are defined in the chapter’s Policy on Travel Reimbursement. 

Attendance At PWX Provides Many Opportunities To Learn Technically - Develop Professionally -
Sight See - Take a Technical Tour - Network

This stipend provides an opportunity for a young member from our organization who has demonstrated their commitment to public works (and the Minnesota Chapter) to attend an outstanding national conference.

The selected member will attend the APWA National PWX in Atlanta, GA, on September 8-11, 2024.

Selection Criteria

In order to be considered for selection, the applicant should:

1. Be 35 years old or under.
2. Be a member of the American Public Works Association.
3. Be involved in and making contributions to Chapter activities by participating in a committee or other chapter work.
4. Be interested in attending the 2024 APWA Public Works Expo.
5. Be willing to share the conference experience with peers and the executive committee through an article submission about the event.
6. Have a demonstrated record of wanting to grow professionally in the field of public works.

Application Process

1. APWA-MN members wishing to be considered should prepare a letter (maximum of two pages) addressing the criteria above.
2. Letters of interest must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. May 31, 2024. Please be sure to include your APWA membership number.
3. Send the letter in a PDF format electronically to Mitchell Hoeft, Vice President, APWA-MN Chapter. Email: Mitchell.hoeft@bolton-menk.com. 
4. Selection of the candidate will be made by chapter officers by June 28, 2024.

Questions?
Please contact Mitchell Hoeft at (952) 358-1845 or as noted above.

Thank you for your interest!