Mike Hoffmeister
City of Noblesville Parks and Recreation
Distinguished Life Member
Randy Neff
City of Noblesville Parks and Recreation
Outstanding Agency
City of Noblesville Parks and Recreation
Outstanding Professional
Dr. Julie Knapp
Indiana University- Bloomington
Exceptional Young Professional
Travis Tranbarger
Brownsburg Parks and Recreation
Corporate Partner of the Year
Citizens Energy Group
Indianapolis
Elected Official of the Year
Pete Buttigieg
Mayor of South Bend
Distinguished Citizen
Dr. E. Ric Frataccia
Valpo Parks
Clark Ketchum Conservation Award
Griffy Lake Shoreline Restoration Project
Bloomington Parks and Recreation
Excellence in Resource Improvement
ASA Bales Park Playground
Recreation Unlimited & City of Westfield
Inclusion Program of Excellence
Trips for Kids
Vigo County Parks and Recreation
Innovative Program
The Partner Officer Program
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation
Creative Event
Viking Fest
Whitestown Park and Recreation Department
Exceptional Park Design
Tower Park
Valpo Parks
Exceptional Facility Design
Lilly Nature Center
West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department
Excellence in Landscape Design
State Street Gateway and Urban Trail
Browning Day Mullins Dierdorf
For Projects Completed August 1, 2017 – August 1, 2018
The Indiana Park & Recreation Association Annual Awards of Excellence recognizes agencies throughout Indiana that embody the vision, dedication and excellence in parks and recreation. These awards highlight the efforts that transcend everyday standards to make a difference and improve the quality of life in our Indiana communities. IPRA award winners include park and recreation professionals, organizations, agencies and volunteers.
Click here to view the criteria and guidelines for each award.