Recognizing the outstanding work of our employees, from within our program partners and across our member states.
Each year, NEIWPCC recognizes one individual or team who have made a significant impact in helping us to achieve our strategic plan. The recipients of this award have built and nurtured key relationships with our partners and stakeholders, have promoted innovative ideas or approaches, and have demonstrated exceptional leadership through team building, integrity and commitment.
An individual or team can be nominated by a fellow staff member, a NEIWPCC supervisor, a state supervisor, or a member of our Executive Committee & Commission. A rigorous selection process ensures our most deserving employees receive this award.
The Annual Achievement Award is presented at the All Staff Meeting in March.
Recent Recipient
Peter Zaykoski, program manager of Maine’s Joint Environmental Training Coordinating Committee (JETCC)
Peter was nominated for his diligence in strengthening JETCC’s reputation through intensive relationship-building within the wastewater community, responsiveness to training needs, and commitment to developing new and novel courses for operators.
JETCC’s board of directors praised Peter’s efforts in successfully managing the 2023 North Country Convention, which had been put on hold due to Covid. He also revived the Wastewater Operator School and another session of the Maine Management Candidate School, and oversaw the core training curriculum.
“Peter’s organizational and communication skills, as well as financial acumen, have helped modernize and optimize JETCC’s management,” said board member Travis Jones, “leading to more efficient board meetings and a clearer understanding of the budget and fiscal standing throughout the year. He’s a colleague who is generous with his time and support and constantly works hard to create a positive, welcoming setting for partners and collaborators. JETCC is fortunate to have Peter and we look forward to working with him for a long time to come.”
Peter’s supervisor, Christina Stringer, director of wastewater and onsite programs, echoed the board in also citing these accomplishments. Additionally, she praised his supervision and the expansion of staff at Maine’s Department of Health and Human Services; and bringing in more than $1 million of new funding for wastewater training and technical assistance.