Larry Marsicano, formerly the Executive Director of the Candlewood Lake Authority was recently presented with an award by the Connecticut Outdoor and Environmental Education Association for Excellence in Environmental Stewardship.  During the ceremony, Marsicano's efforts were described as resulting in a highly successful Project CLEAR – Candlewood Lake Environmental Awareness and Responsibility. Project CLEAR received funding from the Connecticut State Department of Education and was a collaboration with EdAdvance and six local high schools. Other stewardship efforts highlighted during the awards ceremony included Marsicano's founding and coordinating of the annual Candlewood Lake Clean-up.