Industry News
BC WaterJobs & CA-NV AWWA Form Partnership Offering Career Connection Tools
Brown & Caldwell and the Section have partnered to offer our valued members direct access to BC WaterJobs simply by visiting the Section's website...(Read More)
AWWA Workforce Solutions Committee & Section Activities Subcommittee launches Newsletter
Quaterly newsletter shares information on what other are doing in the areas of community education, student/adult recruitment, entry & management training...(Read More)
"Impact of Water Quality on Hexavalent Chromium Removal Efficiency & Cost" - Request for Proposal (RFP) NOW being accepted. (Deadline: 6/1/12)
The Water Research Foundation released RFPs for their new Focus Area Program...(Read More)
REGULATORY ALERT - For ALL Utilities! Join AWWA Webcast for information (6/27/12)
The US EPA published the final Third Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule...(Read More)
Your invited to attend CA-NV AWWA Member Reception held at ACE-12 in Dallas, TX
Attending AWWA's Annual Conference and Expo June 10-14? Join us...(Read More)
Join us to learn how the industry initiative of Effective Utility Management is helping utility organizations address challenges (May 23, 2012, 9 am-5 pm)
Based on the 10 Attributes of Effective Managed Utilities and by the 5 Keys of Management Success...(Read More)
AWWA Advocates for Legislation to Reduce Water Infrastructure Costs to Consumers
Testimony before U.S. House subcommittee supports creation of Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Authority (WIFIA)...(Read More)
Message to CA-NV AWWA Utility Members regarding March 2012’s Good House Keeping magazine article entitled, “Is Your Tap Water Safe?”
AWWA response to article acknowledging consumer’s right to use a supplement water treatment device, and encourages Utility Members to provide accurate information on the merits and limitations of these devices in order for consumers to make informed decisions…(Read More)
Rosemary Burbulis Smud Elected Vice President of the American Water Works Association (AWWA)
The CA-NV Section of AWWA is proud to announce and support Rosemary Burbulis Smud on her election as the Vice President of AWWA. Rosemary brings passion, energy, and commitment to the position...(Read More)
CA-NV AWWA LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE TO BETTER SERVE MEMBERS
Enhanced features on New Website allows CA-NV Section to effectively communicate with members and other water industry professionals. Explore, navigate and enjoy the new features and website upgrades that include...(Read More)
CA-NV AWWA Backflow Certification introduces the Re-Take Program – ONE Price, TWO Chances!
The first offer of its kind – and only available at the CA-NV Section! If you don’t pass your Backflow exam on the first try, the Re-Take is FREE! (Read More)
Partnership for Safe Water Offers Distribution Program Introductory Membership
Join the Distribution System Optimization Program by March 31, 2012, and the second year of participation is free...(more)
Partnership for Safe Water Offers Distribution Program Introductory Membership
The Partnership for Safe Water (PSW) is a voluntary operational improvement program supported by the six largest water organizations, including AWWA and USEPA. The PSW has focused on optimizing treatment plant performance for more than 15 years. In 2011, a new element of the program, designed to optimize the performance of water distribution systems, was launched.
The Distribution System Optimization Program is similar to the treatment plant program, consisting of four phases.
Phase I Commitment
Phase II Baseline and Annual Data Collection
Phase III Self-Assessment
Phase IV Optimized Performance (optional)
Elements of the Distribution System Self-Assessment
The objective of the self-assessment phase is to identify opportunities for improvement in system operations. The program empowers system operators with the knowledge to recognize and apply procedures that result in water quality and system reliability improvements.
All-size participating utilities can assess their operation, identify areas for improvement, and employ proven optimization techniques to improve performance. A unique feature of the program is that data from performance measures provide evidence of progress toward optimization goals.
The program requires considerable effort, but the benefits are remarkable and include:
- water quality improvement for customers;
- enhanced system reliability;
- ensuring compliance with future regulations;
- adoption of a utility culture of excellence;
- and validation of superior performance to owners, customers, and regulators.
INTRODUCTORY Membership ? Enroll Now
Join the Distribution System Optimization Program by March 31, 2012, and the second year of participation is free. This is a unique opportunity that is only available for a limited time.
Go to the Partnership website, www.partnershipforsafewater.org, for more information and to join the program.