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Marshall Critchfield, External Affairs Manager for FPL, presented the Innovation award, highlighting FPL’s commitment to a cleaner energy future. “All of our nominees exemplify the best in thinking about environmental solutions for today and the future,” Critchfield noted.
This year’s winners are:
- Youth Engagement: Jensen Beach Elementary School for their Eco-Action Team
- Innovation: Martin County Public Works Department for the Savannas Weir project
- Environmental Restoration: Audubon of Martin County for the Pine Flatwoods Restoration
- Community Enrichment: Martin County Office of Tourism for the Explore Natural Martin Program
- Outstanding Adopt-a-Road: Mike Gonzalez and family for their outreach efforts
- Environmental Education: City of Stuart for their backyard composting program
- Community Impact: House of Hope for their comprehensive waste reduction and conservation initiatives
We also introduced a new award this year in memory of Wendy Lee Parker, our beloved Martin County Solid Waste Manager who passed away in March 2024. The Wendy Lee Parker Award honors a government employee showing exceptional dedication to community improvement. This year’s recipient, Anne Hawkins, City of Stuart Utilities and Engineering Program Manager, was recognized for her longstanding environmental commitment and the creation of the popular Waterfest event.
Jennifer Stull, President of the Keep Martin Beautiful Board of Directors, wrapped up the evening by celebrating the diversity of our winners and nominees. “The Environmental Stewardship Awards prove that our community’s love for the environment brings together people from all walks of life to work hard and celebrate the many ways in which we protect and conserve the beautiful place where we live,” she said.
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