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American Public Works Association
AbbreviationAPWA
Founded1937; 87 years ago (1937)
Type Professional association
Legal status Nonprofit
Focus Public works
Location
Members
30,000
Website apwa.net

The American Public Works Association (APWA) is a nonprofit, professional association of public works agencies, private companies, and individuals dedicated to promoting professional excellence and public awareness through education, advocacy and the exchange of knowledge. APWA is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri [1] and has an office in Washington, D.C.

History

APWA was chartered in the United States in 1937. [2] Membership in APWA is open to any individual, agency, or corporation with an interest in public works and infrastructure issues. There are 55 chapters present in the United States and 8 chapters present in Canada.

References

  1. ^ "American Public Works Association, North Carolina Chapter Records, 1936-1998 | NC State University Libraries Collection Guides". www.lib.ncsu.edu. Retrieved 2023-02-12.
  2. ^ "About". American Public Words Association. Retrieved June 25, 2019.