Small
Business Assistance 507 Program Recognition Award
Small Business
Environmental Stewardship Award
Find out about the Awards
Subcommittee created by the National Steering Committee
Find out who won the Small
Business Assistance 507
Program Recognition Award!
Find out who won the Small
Business Environmental Stewardship Award!
PLEASE NOTE THAT AWARD NOMINATIONS
FOR 2004 ARE NOW CLOSED.
Go to the 2005 Small Business Awards.
Small Business
Assistance 507 Program Recognition Award
507 Program Recognition
Award -- Press Release (text below)
On January 6, 2004, the Steering Committee for the
National 507 Small Business Assistance and Ombudsman Program (SBAP/SBO)
announced that it was seeking nominations for the first annual Small Business
Assistance 507 Program Recognition Award. The award recognizes 507 Programs and
individuals that have shown dedication and commitment to furthering small
business assistance and environmental compliance through education and
outreach. More than one award may be given.
The Steering Committee represents delegated 507 Small
Business Assistance Programs throughout the nation and is part of a program that
was designed by the U.S. EPA to comply with the Clean Air Act Amendments of
1990. The amendments include provisions that direct each state to establish a
program to assist small businesses in complying with regulatory requirements
under the Act.
The 2004 award recognizes
exemplary performance in one or more of the following areas: leadership,
outstanding service, outstanding accomplishments and/or outstanding
achievements. Individuals, businesses and
507 programs were able to submit nominations for the award by submitting a completed form
or by requesting a nomination form from the Awards Subcommittee Chair.
Nominations were evaluated by a committee of SBAP/SBO representatives,
National Compliance Advisory Panel members (small business owners), and the EPA
Office of the Ombudsman.
The application period was
closed on March 1, 2004. For
information and to see a nomination form, download the document below.
507 Program Recognition Award
-- Information and Nomination Form
Award Winner for 2004
The National Steering Committee for 507 Small
Business Assistance Programs, the National Compliance Advisory Panel, and the US
EPA Office of the Ombudsman presented this First Annual Environmental
Stewardship Award to Richard Rasmussen "In Recognition of Outstanding Leadership
in support of the 507 Programs." Mr. Rasmussen is the Director, Small
Business Assistance Program, Air Division, Virginia Department of Environmental
Quality. A luncheon to honor Richard was held at the Holiday Inn at the
2004 SBO/SBAP National Conference in Sacramento, California, on June 3, 2004.
Since the inception of the 507 program, Richard
Rasmussen has been instrumental in the development and promotion of the
Ombudsman and technical assistance programs. Richard is considered one of
the founders of the National Steering Committee and sat at the table when the
Committee was conceived. He has served as either a Steering Committee
representative or alternate since 1994 and has been a member of various
subcommittees ever since (usually more than one at a time). He has served
as a mentor to his peers at the national, regional, and local level and strives
to keep the programs informed of upcoming national issues. His recent work
on the 112r RMP updates is a great example. Locally, within Virginia,
Richard strives to build a strong network of small businesses that he
dedicatedly serves. He actively supported the local dry cleaner
associations, developed a loan fund to assist small businesses attain and go
beyond compliance, developed numerous outreach materials, and organized a small
business provider network, the VA Compliance Assistance Network, that supports
small business. Richard's nomination was accompanied by endorsements from
EPA Region III, and several other state programs as a "Mid-Atlantic" region
nomination. Overall, Richard is a true champion of the SBO/SBAP programs,
always looking for an opportunity to advance the goals and visibility of the
program and to mentor yet, another newcomer.
Small Business
Environmental Stewardship Award
Small Business
Environmental Stewardship Award -- Press Release (text below)
On January 6, 2004, the
Steering Committee for National Small Business Assistance and Ombudsman Program
(SBAP/SBO) announced that it was seeking nominations for the first annual Small
Business Environmental Stewardship Award. The award recognizes small businesses
and/or trade associations that have shown dedication and commitment to
environmental stewardship. More than one award may be given.
The Steering Committee represents delegated 507 Small
Business Assistance Programs throughout the nation and is part of a program that
was designed by the U.S. EPA to comply with the Clean Air Act Amendments of
1990. The amendments include provisions that direct each state to establish a
program to assist small businesses in complying with regulatory requirements
under the Act.
The 2004 award recognizes
exemplary performance in one or more of the following areas: pollution
prevention, reducing emissions, emission control and/or community air quality
leadership. Individuals, businesses and
organizations were able to nominate themselves or others for the award by submitting a
completed form or by requesting a nomination form from the Awards Subcommittee
Chair. Nominations were evaluated by a committee of SBAP/SBO
representatives, National Compliance Advisory Panel members (small business
owners), and the EPA Office of the Ombudsman.
The application period was
closed on March 1, 2004. For information and
a nomination form, download the document below.
Small
Business Environmental Stewardship Award -- Information and Nomination
Form
Award Winners for 2004
The National Steering Committee for 507 Small
Business Assistance Programs, the National Compliance Advisory Panel,
and the US EPA Office of the Ombudsman presented this First Annual
Environmental Stewardship Award to the following:
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Alan Auto, Alan Prosser, Owner,
"In Recognition of Industry Leadership,
demonstrating strong commitment to advancing protection of the
environment."
In 1991, Alan Prosser made a commitment to
achieve what he termed "zero environmental impact" from his Volvo
service shop. Alan Auto continually commits to improve its
business practices to protect the public and the environment, going
beyond regulatory requirements. Some practices to reduce
environmental impacts include vacuuming and abrasive blasting rather
than using solvents for parts cleaning; lower ceilings in both the
garage and pit area to reduce the amount of heat needed in the building;
using waste oil and radiant floor heating; energy efficient lighting;
and a comprehensive solid waste recycling. Alan Prosser mentors
his employees to educate them regarding environmental improvements and
recycling. Alan also provides mentoring and leadership to local
businesses, participating in meetings, educational opportunities, and
outreach. Alan is an active member of the PA CAP and has been
influential in the development of the Clean Shop Guide developed by the
Maine Department of Environmental Protection.
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Heilman Pavement Specialists, Glen Heilman,
Vice President, "In Recognition of Community Leadership and Pollution
Prevention, demonstrating community involvement and advancement of
pollution control measures."
Heilman Pavement Specialties is a small family
owned (6 employees) and operated company located just north of
Pittsburgh, PA. William (Bill) Heilman, founder and president of
the company, has been a producer, applier, and innovator in the asphalt
industry since 1956. The company developed the HEI-WAY technology
to manufacture cold mix asphalt emulsion using water instead of oil and
petroleum solvents. VOCs are significantly reduced, water
pollution due to emulsion runoff is eliminated, old tires are crushed,
non-asbestos brake linings are recycled as road materials along with old
road pavements, all which benefit the environment. Glenn Heilman
has been involved with the SBO/SBAP since 1993 when first appointed to
the PA CAP. He was CAP Chair from 1995-2001. He has been the
National CAP Chair from 2001 to present, and is actively involved in
congressional hearings to promote pollution prevention and the SBO/SBAP
programs. Glenn has participated in numerous trade association
meetings promoting small business innovation using P2. He was
instrumental in the development of ASTM standards for determination of
volatiles in asphalt pavements, where previously there were no
standards.
The Northwest Automotive Trades Association (NATA)
represents over 800 automotive repair shops in Oregon, Washington, and
Idaho, providing a strong voice in preserving the Pacific Northwest's
environment. In addition to offering the traditional services to
industry members such as frequent and regular association-wide
communications on industry news, annual conferences, and industry
trainings, NATA also stewards two programs that assist their members
reach above and beyond environmental compliance: the multimedia
EcoBiz program and the Mercury Switch Out program. NATA actively
recruits automotive recycling facilities and other businesses to
participate in these programs. The Oregon DEQ and the Oregon
Environmental Council report that without the participation of NATA in
the program development, recruitment, marketing, and recognition of
their members, these programs would not have enjoyed the popular success
that they have. NATA has become a crucial link between the
regulatory agencies, the non-profits and industry, to educate the public
about the environmental impacts of operating an automotive repair shop.
A luncheon
to honor these organizations/leaders was held at the Holiday Inn at the
2004 SBO/SBAP National Conference in Sacramento, California, on June 3,
2004.
