Cyanobacteria, formerly referred to as blue-green algae, are found naturally in lakes, rivers, ponds and other surface waters. When certain conditions exist, such as in warm water containing an abundance of nutrients, they can rapidly form harmful algal blooms (HABs). Some HABs are capable of producing toxins, called cyanotoxins, which can pose health risks to […]

A public water system manager and operator have a lot of irons in the fire. They answer to their customers, local government (board of directors), state and county primacy agencies, other state/county/federal agencies and various businesses/industry. Where does one begin? It all begins with operations, and the managers/operators need to ensure that safe water is […]

This course Hydrant Installation is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. A crucial part of any Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is to follow through and complete tasks planned. One of these tasks is the replacement and/or installation of new fire hydrants. This workshop will […]

This course Hydrant Installation is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. A crucial part of any Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is to follow through and complete tasks planned. One of these tasks is the replacement and/or installation of new fire hydrants. This workshop will […]

The SAFER Summer Series is part of the California State Water Resources Control Board’s Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) program. The SAFER program is designed to ensure that Californians who lack safe and affordable drinking water receive it as quickly as possible. Interpretation services are available for the SAFER Summer Series! […]

The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) invites you to attend a workshop to learn about the Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) drinking water program and the opportunities available to California Native American Tribes. Using short- and long-term strategies, SAFER is designed to ensure Californians who lack safe, adequate, […]

Accurate, meaningful and comprehensible financial information is critical to the decision making and continuity of every utility. Many small utilities use QuickBooks to track and report their financial activity. In this class you will learn how to maximize the use of this software, from setting up your chart of accounts to entering your budget and […]

Accurate, meaningful and comprehensible financial information is critical to the decision making and continuity of every utility. Many small utilities use QuickBooks to track and report their financial activity. In this class you will learn how to maximize the use of this software, from setting up your chart of accounts to entering your budget and […]

Effective asset management is critical to the overall financial performance of water utilities. Waiting until assets fail rather than planning for replacement significantly increases the cost of service. Developing and maintaining a detailed asset inventory is the first step in the process. GIS mapping tools can make the job easier. Participants will receive a step-by-step […]

Effective asset management is critical to the overall financial performance of water utilities. Waiting until assets fail rather than planning for replacement significantly increases the cost of service. Developing and maintaining a detailed asset inventory is the first step in the process. GIS mapping tools can make the job easier. Participants will receive a step-by-step […]

The SAFER Advisory Group provides the State Water Board with constructive advice and feedback on the Safe and Affordable Drinking Water Fund Expenditure Plan and other related policies and analyses. The Group is composed of 19 appointed members that represent public water systems, technical assistance providers, local agencies, nongovernmental organizations, the public and residents served […]

This course Groundwater Wells with Iron is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. One of the most common minerals found in groundwater wells is iron. This mineral can cause a multitude of problems including colored water, taste and odor issues, as well as potential […]

This course Groundwater Wells with Iron is offered two times on the same day, attendees ONLY need to register once to take this course. One of the most common minerals found in groundwater wells is iron. This mineral can cause a multitude of problems including colored water, taste and odor issues, as well as potential […]

Since the arsenic maximum contaminant level was lowered from 50 ppb to 10 ppb in 2001, water systems have been scrambling to comply with this more stringent standard. For many small water systems, compliance with the Arsenic Rule has been a significant technological, financial, and operational challenge. This online learning event is intended to provide […]

Worldwide, nitrates are the most common chemical contaminant in groundwater aquifers. In 1980, nine drinking water wells in California had unsafe levels of nitrates. By 2007, this acute contamination had spread to more than 648 wells. Nitrates continue to impact the health of California residents and the problem is only getting worse. This workshop will […]

The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) invites you to attend a workshop to learn about the Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) drinking water program and the opportunities available to California Native American Tribes. Using short- and long-term strategies, SAFER is designed to ensure Californians who lack safe, adequate, […]

The State Water Resources Control Board (State Water Board) invites you to attend a workshop to learn about the Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) drinking water program and the opportunities available to California Native American Tribes. Using short- and long-term strategies, SAFER is designed to ensure Californians who lack safe, adequate, […]