b'2024 WAMOA FOUNDERS AWARD RECIPIENT MARINA TANAYThe 2024 recipient of the Foundersesteemed WAMOA Founders Award. Award was nominated by David Coutts,Marinas exceptional leadership, Director, Maintenance & Operations,professionalism, unwavering pride Sumner-Bonney Lake SD. Not only isin her work, and genuine dedication David a co-worker, but he served on theto the betterment of others make board with Marina Tanay as Historianher an exemplary candidate for this for a number of years. prestigious recognition.In his nomination letter, CouttsThroughout her tenure as president wrote: of WAMOA, Marina consistently It is my distinct honor to nominatedemonstrated the highest levels of Marina Tanay, past President ofprofessionalism in all of her endeavors.NEW OFFICERSthe Washington Association ofShe approached every task with Maintenance and Operationsdiligence, integrity, and a deep senseCongratulations to the newly elected Administrators (WAMOA), for theof responsibility, ensuring that the2025 officers! L to R: Secretary/Treasurer associations objectives were metGeoff Lawson (Auburn SD), President with excellence. Marinas ability toDevlin Piplic (Northshore SD), Vice navigate complex challenges andPresident Cisco Gomez (Mukilteo SD)foster collaboration among members is a testament to her exceptional leadership skills and commitment to advancing the mission of WAMOA.Receiving the award was an incredible honor and humbling experience for Marina. WAMOA holds a special place in her heart and the recognition was deeply appreciated.SCHOLARSHIP WINNERSWAMOA members 2024 Heimlinger scholarship winners Shaun Humes and Jessica Beehner.16 WAMOA JOURNALFALL 2024'