Category: Events
WIWSA Emergency Preparedness Workshop – Coupeville
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jub5msiab&oeidk=a07egmg0l5o932f8450 2019 Emergency Prearedness Workshop in Coupeville WA Friday October 25th starting at 8:00 AM at the Coupeville Recreation Hall, Coupeville WA A one-day presentation that provides a basic understanding of emergency preparedness, and the response of water and wastewater utilities in the event of emergencies and disasters. Asessing risks, planning, and preparedness will lead to utilities that function better in emergencies and are better able to maintain service and water quality. Topics include: Water utility emergencies Emergency case studies Emergency Action Plans Risk & resilience Incident command system Public outreach during emergencies Business and operations continuity Water/Wastewater Agency Response … Continue reading WIWSA Emergency Preparedness Workshop – Coupeville
Chlorine Residual Testing and Lab Skills Workshop
Attend these 3.5 hour workshops for chlorine residual testing. Each class will provide drinking water operators with a better understanding of good lab skills and chlorine measurement techniques and why they matter. It will provide operators with hands on skills to answer the questions: How do I know my instrument is working? How do I know that the residual that I measure is real? How good is my technique? http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=jub5msiab&oeidk=a07egefx7we6d6ab188 Continue reading Chlorine Residual Testing and Lab Skills Workshop
2019 Basic Waterworks Workshop in Coupeville WA
Tuesday April 16th starting at 8:00 AM at the Coupeville Recreation Hall, Coupeville WA In partnership with the Whidbey Island Water Systems Association When Tuesday, April 16, 2019 from 8:00 AM to 3:45 PM PDTAdd to Calendar Where Coupeville Recreation Hall901 NW Alexander StCoupeville, WA 98239 Driving Directions Contact Jeff LundtNorthwest Washington Subsection AWWA2064775582jeff.lundt@kingcounty.gov 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 … Continue reading 2019 Basic Waterworks Workshop in Coupeville WA
ERWOW Class in Freeland – water samling
ERWOW class in Freeland – water sampling Water Quality Monitoring June 12 2018 in Freeland Monday, October 23, 2017 Event date: 6/12/2018 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Water Quality Sampling is a great class for veteran and beginning operators to review sampling regulations and practices. Sampling covered Bacterial, Organics, Inorganics, Lead & Copper, TTHM & HAA5’s and radionuclides. Taught by USA Bluebook CEUs: 0.6 Water Costs: $160 Members / $185 Non Members Location: Whidbey Water Services 5585 Lotto Avenue Freeland, WA (Whidbey Island) CLICK HERE TO REGISTER *Locations are subject to change Continue reading ERWOW Class in Freeland – water samling
2018 Water Storage Basics Workshop in Everett
2018 Water Storage Basics Workshop in Everett Continue reading 2018 Water Storage Basics Workshop in Everett
Planning & Funding for Water Systems
WHEN: Thursday, March 15th TIME: 1 – 3 PM WHERE: Greenbank area, details to be provided upon registration Topic of Discussion: Infrastructure is expensive to replace, and most people don’t want to. or can’t afford to pay their share of the upgrade that may cost between $4,000K/home – $20,000K/home, or more. Hear about two loan programs and what you need to do to become financially eligible and take on the loan/debt. This is a collaboration with WA State Dept. of Health, Office of Drinking Water-NWRO and US-Rural Development, Mt. Vernon Office, and hosted by Honeymoon Lake CC Water … Continue reading Planning & Funding for Water Systems
2017 WIWSA SYMPOSIUM “PREPARATION OF SMALL WATER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS”
2017 WIWSA SYMPOSIUM “PREPARATION OF SMALL WATER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS” OAK HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL 950 NW 2nd AVE Saturday June 24, 2017 8:00am to 4:00 pm Per: Washington Administrative Code 246-290-105 / Document DOH 331-134 8:00 – 8:30 Welcome and Introductions JIM PATTON, President WIWSA 8:30 – 9:15 Keynote address The Purpose of a Small Water System Management Program Three Element Composition DEREK PELL Assistant Regional Manager Department of Health Office of Drinking Water 9:30 – 10:45 Technical Capacity Element #1 BOB BERGSTROM Professional Engineer DOUG KELLY Island County Hydrogeologist 11:00 – 12:15 … Continue reading 2017 WIWSA SYMPOSIUM “PREPARATION OF SMALL WATER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS”
UPDATE: Open House Public Meetings for the Navy’s Drinking Water Sampling Results near NAS Whidbey Island
As a reminder, the Navy will hold its next two open house public meetings on the results and future plans for its ongoing community drinking water sampling for PFOS and PFOA around NAS Whidbey Island facilities on Feb. 15 and 16, 2017. The meeting on February 15 will be held in the Coupeville High School “commons” from 4–7 p.m. and in the Oak Harbor High School gym on February 16 from 5-8 p.m. For more details, please follow the link below. https://www.cnic.navy.mil/content/cnic/cnic_hq/regions/cnrnw/installations/nas_whidbey_island/news/news_releases/update–open-house-public-meetings-for-the-navys-drinking-water-.html Continue reading UPDATE: Open House Public Meetings for the Navy’s Drinking Water Sampling Results near NAS Whidbey Island
ODW Invites You to a Free Infrastructure Funding Webinar
Washington State Department of Health Office of Drinking Water Are you interested in attending a no-cost webinar? Always looking for additional resources? Short on time and travel budget? Need Infrastructure Funding Program updates? Then join us Thursday, September 29th at 10 a.m. Learn about a variety of state and federal resources available to you! Get the latest infrastructure funding information on: Economic Development, Water Quality, Complete Streets, Brownfields, and many more programs. You will hear from program experts: Janea Eddy with the Community Economic Revitalization Board David Dunn with the Department of Ecology Karen Klocke with the Department of Health Phyllis … Continue reading ODW Invites You to a Free Infrastructure Funding Webinar
Presentation by Jim Patton at Environmental Finance Center Network workshop in Spanaway
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Collaboration and Other Tools to Help Address Issues Facing Small Water Systems
Spanaway, WA | August 24, 2016 | 9:00am – 4:00pm Spanaway Water Company 18413 B Street East, Spanaway, WA 98387 *Parking is limited, please carpool if possible Register | Download the Mail-In Registration Form Cost: Complimentary. Please register to reserve your spot. CEUs: This workshop has been submitted to the state for CEUs. Register Running a small system is quite challenging. Water utilities have to meet ever increasing regulations and customer expectations, while at the same time having to address aging infrastructure, lack of personnel and financial resources, and competing priorities. Generally, small systems cost more to operate on a … Continue reading Collaboration and Other Tools to Help Address Issues Facing Small Water Systems
Thriving Communities Conference: Water and Community
Water is a vital life-giving substance for people and ecosystems. Each of us is touched by challenges to clean, safe water and we can do something about it! Thanks to WhidbeyTV.com for sharing this video. https://vimeo.com/169783214 Continue reading Thriving Communities Conference: Water and Community
Asset Management; Financial Planning and Project Management
Four locations and dates available Attend an Asset Management class to learn how Asset Management impacts your budget. This training will help water system staff: figure out the equity of their water system see the condition of their water system know what connections costs should be define what are the system’s critical assets know what their levels of reserves should be The classes are free. Water system operators can earn 0.7 CEUs. See dates and locations listed in the Asset Management Flyer. You must register to attend. Registration form is also in the Asset Management Flyer. Continue reading Asset Management; Financial Planning and Project Management
Who’s in Charge of Your Drinking Water?
If you live in Island County, chances are that you are! The majority of water systems in Island County are community owned and are accountable to their members through a council, commission, or board. Could Flint, Michigan happen here? What are the threats to our drinking water? Attend our local drinking water forum to voice your questions and concerns and find out how you can help safeguard your water supply. Meet your State, County, and municipal drinking water staff. Join small group discussions to identify common concerns and find out how to participate. This session is supported by the Whidbey Institute … Continue reading Who’s in Charge of Your Drinking Water?