Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash is pleased to announce that RainSmart Rebates has been recognized with a 2024 Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The award honors innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents.
RainSmart Rebates is a pilot program encouraging homeowners who live in the George W. Kuhn Drain Drainage District to adopt green stormwater infrastructure practices by offering financial incentives of up to $2,000 for planting trees, installing rain gardens, and using rain barrels on their properties. These practices help reduce stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and create more sustainable communities.
“I am proud of the RainSmart Rebates program because it empowers our residents to take direct action in improving our environment,” said Commissioner Nash. “By offering financial incentives, we can make it easier for homeowners to adopt sustainable practices. This recognition from NACo validates our efforts and inspires us to continue building a greener, more resilient community.”
Launched in January, RainSmart Rebates was an ideal candidate for the NACo Achievement Award due to its replicability, innovation, and positive impact on the environment. By providing financial incentives, the program has successfully motivated residents to engage in sustainable practices. The program's innovative approach not only addresses stormwater management but also fosters community involvement and environmental stewardship.
Each year, NACo’s Achievement Awards recognize outstanding programming in 18 categories aligned with the vast, comprehensive services counties provide. The categories include children and youth, criminal justice and public safety, libraries, management, information technology, health, civic engagement and more. Launched in 1970, the program is designed to celebrate innovation in county government. Each nominated program is judged on its own merits and not against other applications.
“The Achievement Awards recognize excellence in county government and effective public service,” said NACo President Mary Jo McGuire. “This year’s winners have delivered results for our residents and demonstrated innovative efforts to strengthen our communities.”
For additional information about RainSmart Rebates, visit oakgov.com/rainsmart.
RainSmart Rebates is a pilot program encouraging homeowners who live in the George W. Kuhn Drain Drainage District to adopt green stormwater infrastructure practices by offering financial incentives of up to $2,000 for planting trees, installing rain gardens, and using rain barrels on their properties. These practices help reduce stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and create more sustainable communities.
“I am proud of the RainSmart Rebates program because it empowers our residents to take direct action in improving our environment,” said Commissioner Nash. “By offering financial incentives, we can make it easier for homeowners to adopt sustainable practices. This recognition from NACo validates our efforts and inspires us to continue building a greener, more resilient community.”
Launched in January, RainSmart Rebates was an ideal candidate for the NACo Achievement Award due to its replicability, innovation, and positive impact on the environment. By providing financial incentives, the program has successfully motivated residents to engage in sustainable practices. The program's innovative approach not only addresses stormwater management but also fosters community involvement and environmental stewardship.
Each year, NACo’s Achievement Awards recognize outstanding programming in 18 categories aligned with the vast, comprehensive services counties provide. The categories include children and youth, criminal justice and public safety, libraries, management, information technology, health, civic engagement and more. Launched in 1970, the program is designed to celebrate innovation in county government. Each nominated program is judged on its own merits and not against other applications.
“The Achievement Awards recognize excellence in county government and effective public service,” said NACo President Mary Jo McGuire. “This year’s winners have delivered results for our residents and demonstrated innovative efforts to strengthen our communities.”
For additional information about RainSmart Rebates, visit oakgov.com/rainsmart.
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