Author: WIWSA

Audio and Chat, Meetings

WIWSA Member Meeting September 2021 Audio and Chat Log

WIWSA

Chat Log 00:05:43 Darlene Baldwin, Assistant Clerk: Welcome to the Whidbey Island Water Systems Association Quarterly Meeting – September 16, 202100:15:20 Kes Tautvydas: I am connected and can hear you, but I am not visible and can’t participate.00:16:00 Kes Tautvydas: OK00:31:39 Loretta Collar: It would be useful to have a directory of the people in the current roles, with their phone numbers and emails. Perhaps a short description of their responsibilities so that we contact the correct person.00:33:32 John: https://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/DrinkingWater/OfficesandStaff/NorthwestRegionalOfficeStaff00:57:57 Ann Linnea: Will the required PFAS tests before 2025 be conducted by our water system managers—in our case that is … Continue reading WIWSA Member Meeting September 2021 Audio and Chat Log

DOH, Events, Partners, Training

Customer Assistance Program FREE Webinar

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Washington StateDepartment of Health Office of Drinking Water Hello Drinking Water Partners: On September 30, 2021, Proclamation 20-23.16 Ratepayer Assistance and Preservation of Essential Services, more commonly called the no shut-off order, is lifted. State leaders and utility operators estimate over half a million Washingtonians have overdue water or electrical bills that could result in their services being shut off. While customer assistance and payment plan options will vary across water systems, the new Washington Water Assistance program is one option for customer’s over 150 percent of the federal poverty limit.  What:  Free virtual workshopWhen: Thursday, September 16 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.Who:   Brian … Continue reading Customer Assistance Program FREE Webinar

Asset Management, Partners, RCAC, Training

Free RCAC Workshops

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  Northwestern Washington   Asset Management for Small Water & Wastewater SystemsSeptember 15th at 9:00am 0.5 WA CEUs awarded Online ∙ Register Here   Google Earth Pro Mapping & Asset Management for Water & Wastewater Systems September 22nd at 9:00am 0.3 WA CEUs awarded Online ∙ Register Here     Asset Management for Small Water & Wastewater Systems September 14 – 16, 2021 ∙ 9:00am – 3:00pm Pacific TimeJoin us to learn the basics of developing an Asset Management Plan. You will learn what an Asset Management Plan (AMP) is, how it impacts your budget and future potential funding opportunities, … Continue reading Free RCAC Workshops

DOH

Drinking Water State Revolving Fund – Construction Loan

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Washington StateDepartment of Health Office of Drinking Water Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Construction Loan The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Program will accept Construction Loan applications October 1 to November 30. A DWSRF Fact Sheet with more program information is attached. Submit application using the DWSRF on-line system, WALT. The program guidelines, application worksheet, EZ-1 Form, and WALT Users Guide are available on the DWSRF Webpage. NOTE:   Pre-registration is required to access WALT. If you’re already in the WALT system, no action is needed. For WALT Pre-registration, please email dwsrf@doh.wa.gov. Join us for an informational MS Teams meeting … Continue reading Drinking Water State Revolving Fund – Construction Loan

Agenda, Meetings, Minutes

WIWSA Member Meeting September 2021

WIWSA

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

Partners, WaterOperator.org

New Podcast for Drinking Water Professionals – TapTalk

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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

AWWA, Partners, Training

September 2021 Basic Waterworks Workshop

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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

Meetings, News, PFAS, Resources

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

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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

Meetings, News, PFAS, Resources

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

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 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.

News, PFAS, Resources

Rulemaking Activities—Office of Drinking Water

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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