Monday Morning Briefing

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Our Monday Morning Briefing offers weekly coverage of all the latest water policy news. The latest issue of MMB is available for everyone to read but you must be a member to see the archives.

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October 25, 2021

EPA releases agency-wide strategy for addressing PFAS

Plan outlines actions each EPA office will take in the coming years.

Senators pitch FY22 spending plan for EPA

$10.54 billion proposal intended to frame negotiations with House.

Federal government releases new climate change reports

Intelligence estimate warns of “increasingly costly” climate change impacts.

Leading practices in climate change is the topic of webinars hosted by utility alliance and partners

The eight-part series examines climate change across a variety of utility-relevant topics.

WaterISAC and NAWC webinar to focus on employee wellbeing and stress management

The Nov 4 webinar will examine how utilities can support employees despite persistent stressors.

AMWA is hiring for a Director of Regulatory and Scientific Affairs

Prospective candidates should apply by November 21.

AMWA job board connects employers with potential applicants

Water sector employment opportunities are available online.

October 18, 2021

Subject matter experts will help utilities take stock of finances at December Forum

Thought leaders will address emergency preparedness, climate, and security resilience.

Federal government warns of ongoing threats to water systems

Joint advisory recommends mitigation measures based on past incidents.

EPA to host informational webinar on revisions to the Consumer Confidence Report Rule

Free November 4 event will provide overview of SDWA requirements and agency’s revision process.

AMWA invites members to discuss utility challenges, opportunities in meeting

Association will provide an overview of benefits during the October 28 dialogue.

WaterISAC and NAWC to host Nov. 4 webinar on employee wellbeing

Joint webinar will examine how utilities can support employees despite persistent stressors.

Army Corps, EPA announce regional roundtables to discuss WOTUS

Agencies accepting participant nominations for ten engagements until Nov. 3.

Last call for feedback on AMWA’s EMC

Today is the last day to provide your thoughts on the event.

Water sector positions listed on AMWA job board

Potential applicants can search for employment opportunities online.

October 11, 2021

AMWA offers vision for CCR rule revisions in statement to NDWAC

National Drinking Water Advisory Council to meet October 12 to discuss Consumer Confidence Reports.

White House takes on 2020 NEPA revisions

Proposed changes to 2020 revisions would reinstate previous definitions and procedures.

Senate panel advances cyber incident reporting bill

AMWA joins coalition effort outlining guideposts for reporting rules.

AMWA once again highlights drinking water implications of WOTUS

Association’s comments to EPA and USACE reiterate source water concerns.

EPA’s draft five-year strategic plan includes goals to address climate change, environmental justice

AMWA to develop comments on agency’s proposed goals and objectives.

Water Research Foundation seeks input for One Water Cities Project by Oct. 18

More utilities urged to complete survey to help inform the project.

VOW and US Water Alliance webinar to coincide with Imagine a Day Without Water

October 21 event will showcase innovative water programs from state and local leaders.

AMWA job board lists nationwide water sector openings

Utilities recently posted three new positions.

October 4, 2021

AMWA’s 2021 management conference kicks off today in Denver

Over 100 water sector leaders gather for professional development and networking.

AMWA commemorates milestone 40th Anniversary, spotlights achievements

The association looks ahead to tackle sector challenges, releases new green bonds paper.

Infrastructure package remains in limbo on Capitol Hill

Nearly $50 billion in water infrastructure funds at stake.

Lawmakers stave off government shutdown, for now

Congress extends federal funding through December 3.

EPA webinar spotlights sector collaboration with emergency management agencies

Webinar will examine the value of collaboration in emergency planning and response.

An array of utility positions recently posted on AMWA job board

Job seekers can search for water sector employment.

September 27, 2021

Congress faces deadlines on funding extension, debt ceiling, and infrastructure package

House set for vote this week on $550 billion infrastructure bill.

House adds PFAS, cyber provisions to defense policy bill

AMWA reiterates opposition to mandates to expedite drinking water regulations.

DHS releases preliminary cross-sector control systems security goals

Voluntary cybersecurity framework will be finalized by July 2022.

Recording of last week’s webinar provides strategies to mitigate construction disruptions

A diverse panel shared best practices on partnering to complete capital projects.

Last chance: Water utility leaders can still attend AMWA’s fall conference

Attendees will hear from sector experts and network with colleagues.

New water utility positions listed on AMWA job board

General manager and other executive opportunities are available.

September 20, 2021

AMWA provides support for EPA’s Fifth Candidate Contaminant List

Association asks EPA for materials to better educate the public on CCL process.

Assistant Administrator Radhika Fox to headline AMWA’s executive management conference

Attendees should reserve hotel reservations today to receive the best rates.

House Democrats advance reconciliation bills with tax reforms, water funding

Timing for final vote on $3.5 trillion package remains in question.

Federal outreach to utilities expected as part of White House ICS security push

AMWA seeks information from any utilities contacted.

AMWA seeks clarity on tax status of utility ratepayer aid

Association joins letter to Treasury as department implements Covid relief programs.

New utility executive positions posted to AMWA job board

Employment seekers can search for these and other opportunities.

September 13, 2021

Conference hotel special pricing deadline extended to September 20

There’s still time to register for AMWA’s fall conference.

House panel eyes another $30 billion for lead service line replacement

Committee’s ambitious Reconciliation proposal likely to be scaled back in negotiations with the Senate.

December forum to provide battle-tested resilience strategies

Registration is now open for the Miami event.

WaterISAC webinar series zeroes in on cybersecurity fundamentals

Topics will include cybersecurity governance and vulnerability management.

New utility CEO opening posted to AMWA job board

More water sector positions are listed online.

September 6, 2021

Florida utilities facing liquid oxygen shortages

AMWA solicits information on supply chain disruptions.

Register for AMWA’s September 23 webinar on COVID-related construction delays

Speakers will also explore cost escalations during the timely event.

House bill would mandate cyber incident reporting to DHS

Draft bipartisan legislation would apply across critical infrastructure sectors.

New EPA survey results capture extent of pandemic impacts on water sector

Rare security-focused EPA study takes deep dive into supply chain, human, financial impacts.

WOTUS battle continues as judge vacates Trump-era rule

Implications of court ruling nationwide unclear.

Water sector opportunities listed on AMWA job board

Prospective employees can search for available positions.

August 30, 2021

Members urged to vote today for AMWA board of directors nominees

Minimum number of votes needed.

AMWA’s fall conference offers robust agenda

Executives will hear about innovative solutions to key management issues.

House of Representatives tees up consideration of infrastructure package

Chamber to vote on bill with $48.4 billion for water by the end of September.

Utilities and others submitted 50 new WIFIA, SWIFIA funding requests to EPA

Infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity, and climate resiliency are among proposed projects.

AMWA job board provides an array of job openings

Employment seekers can search for available water positions.

August 23, 2021

Pandemic-related construction costs and delays subject of upcoming AMWA webinar

AMWA’s fall conference sets an agenda for utility executives

CEOs will highlight wide-ranging management strategies.

Union of Concerned Scientists stress dangers of extreme heat on outdoor workers

Major impacts expected midcentury due to more frequent 100°F heat index days.

First-ever water shortage declaration for Colorado River triggers water cuts

Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico to reduce consumption.

UNC publishes compilation of pandemic-related financial relief programs

ARPA funds can be used for cybersecurity.

U.S. Water Alliance’s August 26 webinar to address workforce issues

New utility openings posted to AMWA job board

Water sector employment listings are available online.

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