TNSA Exceptional Quality Awards
Nomination Criteria
“Person of Year” – An individual who displays Exceptional dedication and commitment to TNSA.
“Organization of the Year” – An MS4 or other Organization that displays Exceptional stewardship of Water Quality in Tennessee, provides Exceptional education and assistance to MS4s and works closely with TNSA throughout the year. Individuals are not eligible for this award; only the member organization is eligible.
"Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award” –
TNSA’s highest honor for outstanding, longtime stormwater professionals with a minimum of 20 years of service. These individuals’ long-term contributions have made a noticeable impact on stormwater management efforts in the State of Tennessee. *This award will be voted on by the TNSA Board.
**Nominees must be TNSA Members, log into your Club Expresss account for a list of current members. All nominees will be approved by the TNSA board before the final vote.
TNSA EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY AWARD WINNERS
2015
Person of the Year
Jennifer Watson
MS4 Member of the Year
City of Goodlettsville
TNSA Lifetime Achievement Award
Don Green
2016
Person of the Year
Ashlie Farmer
MS4 Member of the Year
Metro Government of Nashville & Davidson County
TNSA Lifetime Achievement Award
Jennifer Watson
2017
Person of the Year
John Chlarson
Organization of the Year
University of Tennessee Stormwater Department
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Bruce Tschantz
2018
Person of the Year
Shelia Huffmire
Organization of the Year
City of Gallatin
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Paul E. Davis, P.E.
2019
Person of the Year
Crystal Bishop
Organization of the Year
City of Chattanooga
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Chris Granju
2020
Person of the Year
Aujuah Jackson
Organization of the Year
City of White House
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Steve Casey
2021
Person of the Year
Thomas Lawrence
Organization of the Year
CDM Smith
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Tim Gangaware
2022
Person of the Year
Paul Davis
Organization of the Year
MTAS (UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service)
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Robert Haley III
2023
Person of the Year
Aaron Rogge
Organization of the Year
Shelby County
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
John Chlarson
2024
Person of the Year
Amy Hathaway
Organization of the Year
Cumberland River Compact
Dr. Bruce Tschantz Lifetime Achievement Award
Michael Hunt