WIWSA Member Meeting September 2021

Whidbey Island Water Systems Association Quarterly Meeting   September 16, 2021 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Via ZoomAgenda Call to order                     Board and guest introductions Quorum call                      At least one-fifth of membership present Approve Agenda             Members vote to approve the agenda Secretary’s Report:         Randi Perry will present the Minutes for the June 2021 General Membership Meeting.  Members vote to approve the Minutes. Treasurer’s Report:        Bethel Hart will present the Treasurer’s Report.  Members vote to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Announcements:            Update on the apprenticeship/scholarship programNext meetings Theme of this Meeting: DOH and Island County UpdateThis quarter’s topic is an … Continue reading WIWSA Member Meeting September 2021

New Podcast for Drinking Water Professionals – TapTalk

Introducing… Tap Talk View this email in your browser New Podcast for Drinking Water ProfessionalsWe all have a role to play in protecting public health. That’s why there are water operators, technical assistance providers, regulators, consultants and more reading each issue of our WaterOperator.org newsletter! Our latest endeavor is a podcast designed to strengthen connections between the many stakeholders, including our colleagues who work more with private wells. It’s called Tap Talk: The Drinking Water in Rural America Podcast. Through our work with WaterOperator.org and PrivateWellClass.org we’ve seen how important formal and informal partnerships are to making progress on the … Continue reading New Podcast for Drinking Water Professionals – TapTalk

September 2021 Basic Waterworks Workshop

2021 Fall Basic Waterworks Workshop (constantcontact.com) Thursday September 23rd starting at 8:00 AM OnLine via Zoom Presented by the Northwest Washington and King County Subsections, PNWS-AWWA A one-day presentation of some of the basic elements, terminology, regulations and concepts involved in operating a water utility.  This workshop is aimed at new frontline employees, office staff and others who would benefit from an understanding of the basic concepts and terminology used in the water supply industry.  Topics include: Overview of Water Systems Regulations and Contaminants Water Sources Hydrology & Hydraulics Treatment & Disinfection Water Quality Monitoring Water Quality Protection Practices Construction & Maintenance Disaster … Continue reading September 2021 Basic Waterworks Workshop

State Board of Health hosting Virtual Public Meeting on PFAS rulemaking October 13, 2021

The board will accept oral testimony at the virtual public hearing on October 13, 2021 at 1:30 PM. Oral testimony will be given the same consideration as written comments received by September 3, 2021. Register for the October 13, 2021, 1:30 PM virtual board meeting* and the public hearing for both rules at the following link: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KVff1ReLToOu6mTS_GHpjg. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Please note the meeting starts at 9:30 a.m. and the PFAS rules hearing starts at 1:30 p.m. Continue reading State Board of Health hosting Virtual Public Meeting on PFAS rulemaking October 13, 2021

DOH Office of Drinking Water is inviting you to a PFAS and Lab Rule informational Zoom meeting.

 Washington State Department of Health Office of Drinking Water We are inviting you to a PFAS and Lab Rule informational  Zoom meeting. Please join DOH’s Mike Means and Barb Morrissey for a virtual, informational presentation on the PFAS Group A rule change (chapter 246-290 WAC) and Lab rule change (chapter 246-390 WAC). The first hour is a presentation about the rules; the second hour staff will answer questions about proposed changes. Please note: This meeting is informational only, we will not accept comments on the proposed rule language at this meeting. We hope you will join us! Time: Monday, August 30, 2021, at 8:00 AM Join … Continue reading DOH Office of Drinking Water is inviting you to a PFAS and Lab Rule informational Zoom meeting.

Rulemaking Activities—Office of Drinking Water

Public Comment Period August 4–September 3, 2021 In response to a petition received by the State Board of Health (board) to address per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water, the board is proposing revisions to chapter 246-290 WAC, Group A public water supplies (Group A rule). In addition, the board is proposing revisions to the companion rule, chapter 246-390 WAC, Drinking water laboratory certification and data reporting rule (Lab rule).  Rulemaking Activities, Office of Drinking Water :: Washington State Department of Health Continue reading Rulemaking Activities—Office of Drinking Water