- Alachua County Commissioner Anna Prizzia received the Bob Graham Award for her commitment to protecting Florida's lakes and aquatic resources.
- The Florida Lake Management Society, founded in 1987, honored Prizzia at its annual symposium in Bonita Springs for her environmental work.
Alachua County Commissioner Anna Prizzia was recently presented with the Bob Graham Award by the Florida Lake Management Society in recognition of her commitment to protecting and conserving Florida’s lakes and aquatic resources.
According to an Alachua County release, Prizzia received the award during the Florida Lake Management Society’s annual symposium in Bonita Springs. The award recognizes elected officials who show a commitment to conserving lakes and other aquatic resources.
The award is named for former Florida Gov. and U.S. Sen. Bob Graham, who was known for his support of environmental initiatives, including the preservation of thousands of acres of Gulf Coast wetlands.
Prizzia has been involved in efforts to protect Alachua County’s natural resources and water quality. Her work as a county commissioner includes supporting policies and initiatives focused on environmental protection, responsible growth and the preservation of the county’s natural resources.
“I am honored to receive an award named for Gov. Bob Graham and grateful to the Florida Lake Management Society for this recognition,” Prizzia said in the release. “Protecting our water resources is a responsibility we all share, and I am proud to work with residents, environmental organizations, scientists and fellow elected officials to protect the lakes, springs and waterways that make Alachua County such a special place.”
The Florida Lake Management Society is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the protection, enhancement, conservation, restoration and management of Florida’s aquatic resources. Founded in 1987, the organization brings together lake-management professionals, scientists, government officials and others to advance education, research, stewardship and sound management of Florida’s water resources.