Awards Program

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The California Park & Recreation Society (CPRS) District 2 Awards Program recognizes excellence of those agencies and individuals that publicize, develop and manage programs, parks and facilities that align with the Parks Make Life Better™ brand message of:

  • Building loyalty for parks and recreation services, heightening the profession’s bargaining power and independence, stimulating growth, attracting talented people to the profession, involving the public and gaining greater resources and support.
  • Raising awareness of the benefits of parks and recreation throughout California and raising the status of parks and recreation as an essential community service.
  • Demonstrate the six main message concepts of: Gathering Places, Play, Nature, Exercise, Positive Spaces, & Forever, all of which are valued today & always.

PROGRAM DETAILS -

Eligibility: All District 2 Parks and Recreation agencies (cities, counties & districts) and individual CPRS members are eligible to submit entries to the CPRS District 2 Awards Program. All programs and projects must have been completed in 2025.

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Application Notification: All applicants will receive a notification email announcing the decision of the judging in late February. Entry materials will not be returned.

CPRS District 2 Awards & Installation Banquet: Recipients will receive recognition at the CPRS District 2 Awards & Installation Banquet on Thursday, March 5th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 p.m. at the Rocklin Event Center, located at 2650 Sunset Blvd., Rocklin, CA 95677.

Multiple Entries: Agencies may submit more than one entry per category. $25 award entry fee applies to each award entry.

To view the criteria and brochure:

25-26 Awards Program.pdf

Applications Open 

Applications are available online only - Pay the $25  Entry Fee here.

Award Applicants who do not pay the entry fee will not be considered.

Application Deadline: February 11, 2026

 

For questions, contact:
Eric Dexter, CPRS District 2 Vice President

Edexter@roseville.ca.us | (916) 746-1769

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2024-2025 Award Recipients

J.R. Needy Professional Award - Judy Quatrin, Partnerships for Quality Living 

Facility Design & Park Planning Award - Cordova Recreation & Park District, Exploration Park

Agency Showcase Marketing Award - Digital & Print - Cosumnes Community Services District, 30th Anniversary Giant Pumpkin Festival Social Media Campaign

Recreation & Community Program Award - North Highlands Recreation & Park District,  Paint the Parks Initiative

Champion of the Community Award - Brad Squires, Founder & CEO of the Orangevale Fair Oaks Community Foundation