News & Announcements

New Wrinkle–Rare Honor–Give APWA Louder NPWW Voice in Nation’s Capital

For the second consecutive year, APWA’s Government Affairs team scheduled a chock-full slate of activities in Washington DC during National Public Works Week in May, won US House and Senate…

APWA Wins Three Telly Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, MO—The American Public Works Association (APWA) is excited to share that it has been recognized multiple times as part of the 47th Annual Telly Awards.…

APWA Announces FY26 New Initiatives Program Awardees

The American Public Works Association (APWA) has announced the recipients of the FY26 New Initiatives Program awards, providing funding support for six innovative projects focused on workforce development, youth engagement,…

APWA Names Dr. Bertice Berry as its Public Works Ambassador

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, MO—The American Public Works Association (APWA) is pleased to name Dr. Bertice Berry as its public works ambassador, a role that will help elevate awareness…

APWA Recognized as O*NET Ally

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, MO—The American Public Works Association (APWA) is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an O*NET ally by the US Department of Labor.…

APWA Invites Communities to Celebrate National Public Works Week, May 17–23, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, MO—Each year, the American Public Works Association (APWA) and its more than 30,000 members invite communities across North America to celebrate the vital role public…

APWA Announces 2026 Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, MO—Today, the American Public Works Association (APWA) announced its 2026 Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year. In its 67th year, this award is…

May APWA Reporter Now Available Online

You’ll get to see the Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year, the APWA Board of Directors candidates, and learn about the future of public works. May’s issue is…

Seven Public Works Agencies Honored with 2026 Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KANSAS CITY, MO–Seven public works agencies have been selected to receive the American Public Works Association (APWA) 2026 Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Award. APWA established…

U.S. Rep. David Scott of Georgia Dies at 80

U.S. Rep. David Scott of Georgia, whose work on agriculture, rural development, and federal investment priorities intersected with key public works issues such as water infrastructure and community development, has…