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Groups and Committees

APWA relies on the expertise of its members to address the most important issues affecting public works. Participate in an APWA group or committee and make your voice heard.

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Technical Committees

Technical Committees are the “centers of expertise” for specific public works areas, providing direction and oversight to programs, services and products.

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Standing and Program Committees

Standing and Program Committees assist in the governance and internal affairs of APWA. Members of these committees serve on the APWA Board of Directors or are appointed by the president-elect.

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Council of Chapters

The Council of Chapters is made up of one delegate from each of the 63 APWA chapters. Members of the council serve as advisors to APWA, sharing the opinions and ideas of their chapters.

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External Representation

APWA works collaboratively with select associations to achieve shared goals. APWA members may sit on these associations’ external boards or participate in working groups.

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