The Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC) honored Tedd Ward, Director of the Del Norte Solid Waste Management Authority, with the 2024 RCRC President鈥檚 Award. This award is presented to individuals who go above and beyond to support and strengthen California鈥檚 rural counties. RCRC鈥檚 President & CEO Patrick Blacklock provided Ward with the award at the December Board of Directors meeting for RCRC鈥檚 affiliate entity the Rural Counties鈥� Environmental Services Joint Powers Authority (ESJPA).
Ward was recognized for his exceptional leadership in the realm of sustainable waste management which spans over 30 years of experience. His deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by rural California has provided invaluable insights and perspectives to policymakers and industry professionals alike. This is evident through his active involvement in various boards and committees, including the SB 54 Single-Use Packaging Advisory Board and the California Statewide Commission on Recycling Markets & Curbside Recycling. As Chair of the ESJPA Technical Advisory Group, he has also provided invaluable expertise and guidance, benefiting RCRC鈥檚 rural member counties.
鈥淚t is a pleasure to recognize Mr. Ward as the recipient of the 2024 RCRC President鈥檚 Award,鈥� stated RCRC鈥檚 President and CEO Patrick Blacklock. 鈥淢r. Ward is a true champion for sustainable waste management in California. His recent work on the SB 54 Advisory Board and the California Statewide Commission on Recycling Markets & Curbside Recycling has been instrumental in shaping policies that address the unique challenges faced by rural communities.鈥�