2026 Robert Artz Award Nomination Form

Artz Award nominations will roll over for up to 3 years, provided the nominee is still in the field of parks and recreation.

Fields marked with an * are required.

Nominator Name *

What is your name?

Nominator Email *

What is your email

Nominee Agency *

What agency does the nominee currently work for?

Nominee Name *

Please list the name of the person you are nominating

Is the nominee a member of IPRA? *

Does the nominee have at least 25 years of professional experience with at least 15 yrs in Illinois? *

Is the nominee currently on the IPRA board of directors? *

Why are you nominating this person? *

What certifications does the nominee currently hold? *

Can you List the nominees history in the Parks & Recreation field *

For example, list the years and agencies they have worked for. (i.e IPRA - 6 years)

Has the nominee served as an IPRA officer? *

If so, list their positions.

What significant achievements has the nominee accomplished in their career?

How does the nominee display outstanding ability in the field? *

What is the nominees professional leadership experience? *

Does the nominee have any publications? *

If so, please list them.

What are the nominees notable accomplishments? *