Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA)

Join the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA), STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, and Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) on December 5, at 2:00 p.m. ET for an informative webinar: "Design-Build Delivery: Water Industry Perspective." During the event, attendees will gain insights into up-to-date practices, lessons learned, trends, and examples of potential challenges in implementing successful #design-build #water projects. The speakers include: ? Lisa Washington, CAE, Executive Director, Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA); ? Bruce Husselbee, Chief Engineer, HRSD; and ? Anna Pridmore, PhD, PE, DBIA, Senior Vice President, Water/Wastewater Infrastructure, STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES. There are many people registering for the event, so don't miss the?opportunity to hear from top?professionals in the #water sector and?discover design-build solutions: https://lnkd.in/efySmENT

In this week's Monday Morning Briefing newsletter, Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) Chief Policy Officer Dan Hartnett outlines the opportunities and challenges for water systems and the water sector amid a second Trump Administration and new Congress. https://lnkd.in/eYrQ-qRy

Last month, the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) held its highly anticipated 2024 Executive Management Conference in Miami, FL, drawing over 200 distinguished #waterleaders. This marked our largest EMC gathering yet, and the enthusiasm and inspiration it generated were truly remarkable. The association extends our sincere gratitude to all attendees, supporters, and contributors for their invaluable presence and contributions to the success of this conference. A special thanks to our esteemed speakers from: ? Austin Water ? City of Phoenix Water Services ? Cape Fear Public Utility Authority ? City of Thornton, Colorado ? DC Water ? Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority ? Greater Cincinnati Water Works ? Louisville MSD ? Louisville Water Company ? Metropolitan Water District of Southern California ? Miami-Dade County ? Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department ? Pasco County Government ? PASSAIC VALLEY WATER COMMISSION ? Pittsburgh Water ? RALEIGH WATER DISTRICT ? Toho Water Authority ? US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ? Water Finance Assistance ? WSSC Water ? ??Heather R Younger, J.D., CSP? Below, watch the recap video highlighting some of the best moments from the event. Did not make it to AMWA's 2024 EMC? Members and Subscribers can access the?professional photographs?and?recordings?of the panels and?presentations?from the conference HERE: https://lnkd.in/e_YkQqBC A special thanks to AMWA's subscribers who participated in the panels, as well as to our sponsors: Xylem, Kennedy Jenks, CDM Smith, Black & Veatch, Brown and Caldwell, Raftelis, Arcadis, EMA, Inc., Carollo Engineers, STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES, Garney Construction, Gulf Coast Water Authority, Stantec, and Tetra Tech for their #2024EMC support.

ICYMI — Have you checked out the October issue of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) Water Utility Executive newsletter? It’s packed with content you won’t want to miss! This edition features an in-depth member spotlight on the Portland Water Bureau, where AMWA staff interview Kimberly Gupta, Director of Operations, and Brandon Zero, Public Information Officer, about the utility’s proactive approach to showcasing the value of water. The article highlights their passion for working in #water and the importance of #public #engagement through creative outreach, transparent #communication, and accessible #education that fosters #trust in Portland’s water #system — and more! ?? The full member spotlight is available for members and subscribers HERE: https://lnkd.in/dA8R56hX

Today, the final Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (#LCRI) appeared in the?Federal Register,?setting a compliance deadline for water systems by?November 1, 2027. The rule’s promulgation also triggers a 45-day deadline to file any legal challenges against it, so any legal challenges must be filed by?December 14, 2024. In order to assist its members, the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) has created a summary comparing the final and proposed rules and encourages its members to review and share the document with their teams HERE: https://lnkd.in/eprktcct Additionally, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has also released supporting materials to help water systems understand these new requirements, and the agency has planned a?webinar on November 12?to cover the rule’s overview.

From the venue and food to engaging sessions and #executive #networking, the?Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA)?2024 Executive Management Conference (EMC) delivered an unforgettable experience last week in Miami, but don’t take our word for it! In the video below, hear from #water sector leaders including?Anselmo Collins, PE, MBA?(Senior Assistant General Manager,?Los Angeles Department of Water and Power),?Paul Sayan?(Acting Bureau Head, Bureau of Water and Wastewater,?Baltimore City DPW), Chris Browning (General Manager, Oklahoma City Water Utilities Trust), and?April Bingham, MPA?(Senior Director,?CITY OF RICHMOND DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES) as they share their favorite #2024EMC highlights. Now, we want to hear from you! What was your favorite part of this year’s #2024EMC, and what are you most excited about for next year? Share your thoughts in the comments!

The Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) #2024EMC has officially concluded! After welcoming over 200 utility leaders from across the nation to beautiful Miami, Florida, the third day wrapped up with a scenic boat tour of Biscayne Bay. During the tour, Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department highlighted their efforts to strengthen #community and #environmental #resilience in response to #climatechange, while also protecting the region’s vital aquifer. The association extends a special thank you to the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department and the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces for hosting this memorable experience!

The final session of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) #2024EMC is here! This session, focused on?implementing an #Environmental, #Social, and #Governance (ESG) framework, promises valuable insights into ESG’s role as a change driver, its integration into core business practices, and potential implementation barriers. "Formal ESG reporting may or may not be the right fit for you, but it's helpful for every utility to know their risks and how to address them," stated Matthew Ries. Additionally, he states that utilities should ensure they address the following three points for bond agencies: 1. Understand the risks; 2. Plan mitigation strategies; and 3. Incorporate them into your CIP. The panelists: ? Cathy Bernardino Bailey, Executive Director, Greater Cincinnati Water Works; ? Aliza Furneaux, MSE, FE (She/Her), Environmental Protection Specialist, US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); ? Todd Swingle, CEO, Toho Water Authority; and ? Matthew Ries, Strategy and Performance Vice President, DC Water. The facilitator: ? Ifetayo Venner, Senior Vice President, Arcadis.

The afternoon session at the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) #2024EMC is in full swing! The second presentation features James Ferguson, Assistant Director of the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department, and Ken Sansone, Senior Partner at SL Environmental Law Group, PC. During their session, they discuss how utilities can maintain #water #affordability while building public #trust and financial #resilience, using a case study that leveraged legal processes to recover current and potential future costs of monitoring and treatment.

After a delightful lunch in the Venetian Ballroom, the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) #2024EMC is gearing up for an action-packed afternoon. The first session is now underway, featuring an engaging presentation by Glenn Barnes, Director of Water Finance Assistance, who discusses Opelika Utilities’ experience with late bill payments despite the absence of significant affordability challenges. He explores innovative methods for identifying the causes of non-payment, categorizing them into short-term and long-term #affordability issues.