Decades of Partnership programs advance water systems’ improvement This article summarizes a “Getting Optimized” column by Robert Cheng, assistant general manager, Coachella Valley Water District, published in the January/February 2024 issue of Opflow. March 19, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
AWWA Water Champion – Evangeline Lujan, Guam Waterworks Authority Evangeline “Vangie” Lujan is a senior regulatory analyst with the Guam Waterworks Authority (GWA), which provides water and wastewater services to about 170,000 civilians on the U.S. island territory in the Western Pacific. A Guam native, Lujan is past president of the Western Pacific Subsection of the Hawaii Section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA- HiWPS). March 19, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
Pat Mulroy to champion water sustainability adaptations in ACE24 keynote address Pat Mulroy, a renowned leader and innovator in water management and policy, will deliver the keynote address at the American Water Works Association's (AWWA) annual conference in Anaheim, California, in June. March 18, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
AWWA Water Champion – Christina Murphy, West Des Moines Water Works, Iowa Christina Murphy is general manager at West Des Moines Water Works (WDMWW) in Iowa, where she oversees a treatment plant and wholesale water purchases for 28,000 customers. On this International Women’s Day, AWWA salutes her and the many other inspiring women who ensure their communities have reliable and safe water services. March 7, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
California water wholesaler rewards conservation projects in all shapes and sizes A fire department, an avocado farm and a botanical garden are among the unique properties that have financially benefited from a Metropolitan Water District of Southern California conservation program. March 7, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
Ruling clarifies tax treatment for lead service line replacement funding A recent U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announcement is good news for water systems working to replace lead service lines in their communities. March 7, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >
Drinking Water Week to celebrate water professionals, Safe Drinking Water Act 50th anniversary Drinking Water Week, the annual observance led by the American Water Works Association (AWWA), will take place this year May 5-11. The celebration highlights the importance of safe drinking water and recognizes the tireless efforts of water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock. March 7, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
AWWA launches process to develop first-of-its-kind DEI standard As a first for the water sector and a meaningful step forward for water professionals, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) is initiating development of a management standard for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Practices. February 22, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
AWWA testifies on need for collaborative cybersecurity approach Voicing support for strong and collaborative cybersecurity oversight in the water sector, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) recently testified before two committees of the U.S. House of Representatives about the benefits of an innovative co-regulatory approach. February 22, 2024 Connections Article Read More >
AWWA Water Champion – Ron Roggenback, Montezuma Water Company, Colorado Ron Roggenback is plant supervisor with Montezuma Water Company, a member owned, non-profit drinking water provider with more than 5,000 members in Southwest Colorado. He has nearly 40 years of experience in the water sector and has been active with the Partnership for Safe Water. Montezuma Water was one of the first utility subscribers to the Partnership treatment program in 1995. February 22, 2024 Connections Article, Publications Read More >