Restrictions
The recipient must be a Member of the Association, but may be in any class of member- ship. This award can be given without regard to previous awards. Consideration should be restricted to those whose public service is above and beyond the framework of that person’s normal job responsibility.
Guidelines for Consideration of Candidates
Public affairs does not necessarily mean political action, but the activities may relate to areas of political concerns. Contributions are not limited to, but may commonly be in, education of the public, politicians, thought leaders, etc., on the application of geology to the general welfare. The field is not restricted to petroleum, but may be in land use, conservation of natural resources, etc.
Procedure for Recommendation
Nominations for this award should be submitted, along with documentation, to the Chairman of the Honors and Awards Committee at Association Headquarters. The recommendations of the Committee will be submitted to the Advisory Council which will submit its selection to the Executive Committee for final action.
Description of Award
The award is a walnut plaque bearing the recipient’s name, the date, and citation.
History
This award was created in 1971 by Executive Committee action.
Funding
The AAPG provides funding for the Public Service Award.