Source Water Protection Week
AWWA invites water utilities, sections and other partners to join the Association in declaring Sept. 26-Oct. 2 the first-ever “Source Water Protection Week.” Source Water Protection Week | American Water Works Association (awwa.org) Continue reading Source Water Protection Week
AWWA September Seminars
Seminars (awwa.org) Continue reading AWWA September Seminars
Water on Whidbey August 2021
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
Marijuana farmers blamed for water theft as drought grips American west
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/jul/23/water-theft-marijuana-farmers-california-american-west?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other Continue reading Marijuana farmers blamed for water theft as drought grips American west
Presentations for June 2021 Member Meeting
WIWSA Member Meeting June 2021
Member Meeting June 17, 2021 – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Via Zoom Agenda 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 March 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.Bethel Hart will present an update on billing and payment options Announcements: Update on the apprenticeship/scholarship programAdditional help on Asset ManagementNext meetings Theme of this Meeting: Water System OrganizationThis … Continue reading WIWSA Member Meeting June 2021
Water on Whidbey June 2021
DOH Update 6-2-2021
An update from Mike Means, Director Office of Drinking Water, on staff changes. Continue reading DOH Update 6-2-2021
Public Works Board 2020 Asset Management Training on Vimeo
Public Works Board 2020 Asset Management Training on Vimeo This a recording of a great DOH training session on asset management, including the RCAC spreadsheets. Continue reading Public Works Board 2020 Asset Management Training on Vimeo
Law Seminars International conference on Water Law in Washington
https://www.lawseminars.com/seminars/2021/21WATWA.php Continue reading Law Seminars International conference on Water Law in Washington
Real Water, a premium bottled water, recalled amid death and liver illnesses
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/may/21/real-water-alkalized-liver-illness-death?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other Drink tap water! Continue reading Real Water, a premium bottled water, recalled amid death and liver illnesses