Collecting and properly disposing of “forever chemicals” Ecology is partnering with fire departments across the state to help protect firefighters from exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – or PFAS – in firefighting foams. Read more… Continue reading State launches disposal program for toxic firefighting foams
The new timeline could slow cleanup in some communities by nearly a decade. The chemicals, widely used in the military, are linked to cancers and other health risks. By Hiroko Tabuchi (The New York Times) Sept. 23, 2025 The Department of … Continue reading Defense Department Delays Cleanup of ‘Forever Chemicals’ Nationwide
Thank you for all who attended the Q3 member Meeting on September 18, 2025. The meeting was held in person at the Coupeville Library as well as over Zoom with over 50 members and guests attending. This post includes a … Continue reading September 2025 — Q3 Member’s Meeting
October 20, 2025, 9:00am-12:30pm PST. Live via Zoom Register now for our free, CEU approved training event! Sponsored by Washington Certification Services. Earn 0.3 CEU! This no-cost, virtual event will feature a diverse panel of water industry professionals sharing their … Continue reading Perspectives in WaterWorks OpCert
Department of Health has published their September 2025 newsletter with seasonal shutdown procedures, changes to the website and many more news items. Check it out on the ODW Newsletter webpage or download the printable PDF. Continue reading ODW Now — September Newsletter
On September 5, 2025 the Washington State Department of Health (department) filed proposed amendments to: Read complete press release… Continue reading Amending Fees for All Programs
Sept. 8, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Office of Drinking Water has posted the agenda for the Q3 2025 Drinking Water Advisory Group Meeting on Monday, September 8, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM online. There will … Continue reading Drinking Water Advisory Group Meeting
Last week, the Department of Ecology released an email update on the EAGL Modernization project: Continue reading EAGL Modernization Project Update
There was some discussion at the April 2025 Group B meetup about pending legislation that would exempt some Group B systems from the requirement to hire a Satellite Management Agency (SMA). That legislation has gone into effect and the Office … Continue reading Group B SMA Rule Exemptions
Groundwater is declining across Eastern Washington’s complex, interconnected aquifer system, as people draw on it for irrigation, drinking and other uses at a pace that threatens its sustainability, according to a new study by a Washington State University researcher. Read … Continue reading WSU study offers detailed look at declining groundwater in regional aquifer system
Notice of informal comment period – Office of Drinking Water Fee Rulemaking The Department of Health (department) wants your feedback on draft fee updates to Office of Drinking Water program fees. This is your chance to suggest changes, ask questions, … Continue reading Washington State Department of Health Action
ONLINE Courses from RCAC on either July 9th or July 30th Schedule Change from initial announcement At June’s Member Meeting we discussed the value of developing and maintaining a Small Water System Management Plan (SWSMP) for both Group A or … Continue reading UPDATED DATES: Free Online Small Water System Management Training
Thanks for everyone who attended the Q2 member Meeting which was preceded by a Special Meeting of the Membership. The meetings were held in person at the Coupeville Library as well as over Zoom with over 50 members and guests … Continue reading June 2025 — Special Meeting & Q2 Member Meeting
As discussed at tonight’s Member Meeting. Here is an excerpt from the call to action issued by Washington Water Utility Council. Screenshot of their announcement is below the excerpt and the referenced letter in PDF form is at the bottom … Continue reading Call to Action: Protest Cuts to DWSRF
The June newsletter is here with the latest news from Whidbey Island Water Systems Association and our partners. Enjoy! Continue reading Water on Whidbey—June 2025 Newsletter