If you are planning to apply for funding through the SRF funding program, you will want to join us to learn the basics of developing an Asset Management Plan. Participation in Asset Management training will give you bonus points for your SRFWA applications. You will learn what an Asset Management Plan (AMP) is, how it impacts […]
Drought is on all of our minds, and may be here to stay. Hear panelists from four BAYWORK agencies discuss how their utilities have responded to the drought, the challenges they are facing and future plans for dealing with climate change. The panelists will address various aspects of drought response, such as public communications, water […]
Join experts from the Environmental Finance Center Network for an overview of the U.S. Treasury’s Final Rule for Local Fiscal Recovery Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. Participants will learn more about the updated guidance provided in the Final Rule and the implications it has for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. Presenters: Elsemarie Mullins, Project […]
Join experts from the Southwest Environmental Finance Center for a no-cost webinar series on Water Loss. This series will show small water systems why and how to complete a water audit, and will provide guidance on using the audit results to further water loss control within their utilities. Those interested must register for each session […]
This webinar is geared towards active WCIT account holders to help them become more familiar with the database. This series covers the advanced capabilities of the WCIT system, hands-on activities, and in-depth discussions. The topic for this seminar will be “Risk Calculator.” This webinar will be limited to 50 attendees to foster participation and interaction among participants. This […]
Session 4 will focus on taking action to address apparent water loss identified in the audit. In this session, experts from the EFCN will discuss the resources and tools available for small systems to reduce apparent losses. Who Should Attend: Managers, owners, and operators of water systems serving less than 10,000 people Decision-makers for water utilities, […]
EPA’s Water Security Division, along with Golden State Water Company will be discussing CBWR's role in assisting drinking water and wastewater utilities, and the communities they serve, in increasing resiliency to water interruptions from all hazards. Golden State Water Company has taken several steps to increase community resilience by better safeguarding water services, including a proactive approach […]
As demographic and economic patterns shift, utilities not only face a challenge providing clean and safe water services, but also must grapple with how to price their services affordably. In this 90-minute webinar, experts from the Environmental Finance Center Network will walk you through the basics of affordability, several self-assessment strategies for understanding water rate […]
Join experts from the Southwest Environmental Finance Center for a no-cost webinar series on Water Loss. This series of webinars will show small water systems why and how to complete a water audit, and will provide guidance on using the audit results to further water loss control within their utilities. Those interested must register for […]
CONTEXT: In September 2021, Senate Bill 552 (SB 552) was signed by Governor Newsom and enacted into law. SB 552 includes new responsibilities and requirements at both the state and local level to help small water systems and rural communities reduce their risk of inadequate water supply amid a water shortage event. MEETING PURPOSE: The California Department of […]