Marana Parks & Rec Deputy Director Wayne Barnett with Director Jim Conroy at the APRA 73rd Annual Awards in Glendale
MARANA- The Town of Marana Parks & Recreation Department is being recognized for its outstanding programs and staff members.
Marana Parks & Recreation recently received four “Best of the Best” Awards from the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association. 22 total awards were given out during the APRA awards banquet on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 for the best programs, events and individuals from Parks & Recreation agencies around the state.
The banquet was held during the 73rd annual Arizona Parks & Recreation Conference in Glendale.
The Town of Marana’s delegation of 15 attendees at the banquet included Councilmember John Officer and Town Manager Terry Rozema.
Marana Parks & Recreation won in the following four categories:
Outstanding Partnership Award for the Loop Pathway Improvement Project (behind Amazon)- This award was accepted by Parks & Recreation Director Jim Conroy and Deputy Director Wayne Barnett
Outstanding Cultural Program for Marana’s Star-Spangled Spectacular- This award was accepted by Special Events Supervisor Shelby Scheer and Recreation Superintendent Bob Stinson
Outstanding Active Adult Program for the Senior Program’s Crafting for a Cause- This award was accepted by Senior Program Supervisor Olivia Salazar and Recreation Programmer Tammy Burchett
Outstanding Park Professional to Kim Warner, Maintenance Associate III and Dynamic member of our Trails Crew
Deputy Director Wayne Barnett & Director Jim Conroy receiving Outstanding Partnership Award
Bob Stinson and Shelby Scheer receiving Outstanding Cultural Program Award
Tammy Burchett and Olivia Salazar receiving Outstanding Active Adult Program Award
Kim Warner receiving Outstanding Park Professional Award
Marana Parks & Recreation is grateful and humbled to be recognized by colleagues around the state as a provider of outstanding programs.
“There are hundreds of outstanding recreation programs, facilities, and professionals in the state of Arizona. Marana Parks and Recreation is proud to be recognized by the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association, and we appreciate the support that we receive from the citizens of Marana, as well as from the rest of our Town of Marana colleagues,” said Parks & Recreation Deputy Director Wayne Barnett.
The department deeply appreciates the honor and will remain dedicated to providing five-star service to the Town of Marana and Southern Arizona community.
About Arizona Parks and Recreation Association: The Arizona Parks and Recreation Association, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit, was founded in 1950 to provide professional development, advocacy and resources to all who enhance quality of life through parks, recreation and environmental conservation. APRA has seven professional branches and four regions dedicated to providing support to a broad range of parks and recreation professionals. In addition to workshops, advocacy events, and networking opportunities throughout the year, APRA hosts a statewide annual Conference and Expo in August. This event features programs and parks unique to Arizona, insightful educational sessions, national certifications, innovative exhibitors, and statewide awards. Learn more at azpra.org.
Full Award Ceremony Videos can be viewed here:
Outstanding Cultural Program Award
