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 31, 2022

AMWA executive conference opens today with vigorous session on leading change

Association to recognize water systems for utility management excellence at special ceremony.

AMWA speaks up for water infrastructure, low-income assistance funding

Association coauthors letter with NACWA urging lawmakers to deliver strong FY23 appropriations.

EPA Office of Water staff want to hear from AMWA utilities about climate priorities

Interested AMWA members are encouraged to join the November 8 AMWA Sustainability Committee meeting.

AMWA encourages EPA SAB to consider practical implications in lead and copper rule improvements

Comments emphasize using most practical environmental justice screening tools and data.

CISA offers performance goals to reduce cyber risks

Cross-sector resource outlines voluntary approaches to improving cybersecurity.

Water Resources Director position open at City of Bakersfield

AMWA job board lists a range of water sector opportunities.

October 24, 2022

Applications are now open for the 2023 Water & Wastewater Leadership Center

Interested applicants should submit forms by December 9, 2022.

AMWA marks the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act

Association notes how the law contributes to protection of drinking water sources.

AMWA provides input to EPA on potential revisions to the Consumer Confidence Report rule

Association stressed the importance of minimizing burdens on public water systems.

EPA Office of Water staff to discuss utility climate priorities with AMWA members

Interested members can join the November 8 AMWA Sustainability Committee meeting.

Last call: register today for AMWA’s 2022 Executive Management Conference

Water sector leaders will share utility best practices and solutions at the event.

Free climate change planning project webinar featuring AMWA member WSSC

The November 4 webinar is open to the public.

EPA releases draft IRIS toxicological review of hexavalent chromium

Public comment period ends December 19.

Portland Water Bureau has two openings advertised on AMWA site

Utility leadership and finance listings are also available on the job board.

October 17, 2022

AMWA members approve new policy resolutions

Latest revisions recognize new infrastructure programs, include new resolution on Environmental Justice.

Renew your AMWA membership by December 31, 2022

The association mailed copies of 2023 notices to members and subscribers last week.

Two weeks until the water sector’s top-rated executive management conference

There is still time to secure a last-minute spot at AMWA’s premier event.

EPA announces updates to EJScreen

Agency will hold a series of office hours for public engagement.

International webinar on novel climate adaptation approach open to AMWA members and subscribers

The Water Utility Climate Alliance will host the event on December 5.

EPA to hold events covering LCRI, PFAS regulation process, and environmental justice

Agency seeks public input on environmental justice considerations for the development of LCRI.

FEMA announces alternative method to increase program accessibility for two hazard mitigation grants

Changes will apply to the 2022 application cycle for the FMA and BRIC programs.

City of Bakersfield is recruiting for a Water Resources Director

AMWA job board highlights several utility openings.

October 10, 2022

Special EMC hotel pricing extended through October 12

Executives have three weeks to register for AMWA’s premier event.

2022 INSIGHT financial survey deadline is quickly approaching

AMWA encourages all member utilities to complete the form by Nov. 16.

Water Utility Climate Alliance publishes comprehensive sea level rise adaptation guide

The free report includes resources and tools to support each step of the adaptation process.

AMWA pushes CEQ to thoughtfully track federal agency impacts on environmental justice

Association’s comments respond to Environmental Justice Scorecard for federal agencies.

EPA Office of Water releases final Climate Adaptation Implementation plan

OW among 20 national and regional offices releasing four-year plans to address future climate conditions.

WaterISAC marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month with best practices for utilities

Water systems urged to #BeCyberSmart online.

Director position is available with Austin Water in Texas

AMWA job board lists other water opportunities.

October 3, 2022

Special hotel rates for executive conference expire this Friday, Oct. 7

Reserve hotel accommodations and register today.

EPA kicks off new national environmental justice and civil rights office

The Office of Environmental Justice and External Civil Rights will advance environmental equity and deliver technical assistance and grants.

DHS listening session seeks perspectives on cyber reporting rules

Water utility representatives invited to dial into October 3 virtual event.

AMWA insight on climate adaptation, policy featured in H2OGlobal News Magazine

Article highlights member adaptation achievements.

EPA announces webinar on UCMR 5 geared toward large public water systems

Webinar will be held October 26 and repeated October 27.

City of Durham has an opening for an assistant director in water management

Leadership, finance, and other water sector positions are available.

September 26, 2022

AMWA-inspired lead service line financing bill introduced in Senate

The FLOW Act debuts with the support of seven senators.

AMWA outlines water preparedness priorities for congressional panel

Statement submitted to hearing record cites WaterISAC support, resilience program funding as top-tier needs.

EPA convenes third MDBP rule revisions working group meeting; fourth meeting set for November 3

Discussions centered around opportunistic pathogens and disinfectant byproducts.

AMWA unites with other water sector groups calling for expanded Build America, Buy America waivers

Letter urges EPA to go beyond individualized funding program waivers.

Remembering Steven Edgemon

Executive had a long career in the water sector.

AMWA provides feedback on policy guidance update for FEMA programs

Association emphasizes the importance of clarity in grant support.

White House charges National Climate Task Force with Inflation Reduction Act implementation

Executive order outlines energy and infrastructure provisions of the law.

Alexandria Renew seeks a chief executive officer

AMWA job board highlights several water sector leadership positions.

September 19, 2022

Last call for AMWA board and award nominations by September 23

Member utilities should submit their recommendations to AMWA this week.

AMWA hosting webinar on utility financial survey this Thursday, September 22

Association urges members to attend event, complete form.

AMWA cheers as rail strike averted

Association had warned work stoppage would lead to public health consequences.

EPA National Water Reuse Action Plan to highlight REUSExplorer tool

Webinar on September 21 will cover water reuse regulations across the country.

CISA seeks perspectives on cyber incident reporting rules, launches listening sessions

AMWA to engage with draft incident reporting regime that could affect water systems.

ICYMI: News for Utilities

AMWA brings information water leaders may have missed.

Durham Water Department advertises an assistant director position on AMWA job site

More sector opportunities are available on the employment board.

September 12, 2022

Early bird registration rates for the AMWA 2022 fall conference end this week

Join water sector leaders from October 30 - November 2.

AMWA lines up support for lead replacement financing legislation

Soon-to-be-introduced legislation would remove administrative barriers to financing projects with tax-exempt debt.

EPA finalizes Build America, Buy America waivers for projects funded by SRF and other water infrastructure programs

AMWA's recommendation to ease requirements is incorporated into EPA's finalized waiver.

White House releases climate adaptation portal, Gina McCarthy to leave

The portal includes interactive mapping to help users with location-specific information.

Open EMAC requests for water utility personnel to assist with Jackson, MS emergency

There are five open Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) requests for water utility personnel issued by the State of Mississippi.

California leads the way in testing for microplastics in drinking water sources

The State Water Resources Control Board approved a policy handbook for testing and reporting of microplastics in drinking water.

WaterISAC hosting virtual fall conference on physical and cyber security issues

New leadership positions available at WSSC Water, Houston Water

Job seekers can connect with various utilities throughout the country.

September 5, 2022

AMWA asks EPA to prioritize water infrastructure programs in FY24 budget request

Work will soon begin on FY24 budget though FY23 plan is still months from being finalized.

AMWA identifies gaps in PFAS research in comments to OSTP

Association advises on priorities for federal coordination of PFAS research.

EPA SAB releases final reports on PFAS regulation and CCL 5

Board offered several recommendations on topics to increase transparency and provide further clarifications.

Webinars from EPA, FEMA will focus on helping water utilities prepare for disasters

Federal government kicks off preparedness month with a series of free events.

EPA webinar will showcase utility-community workforce partnerships

Registration is open for September 21 event.

ICYMI: Water News for Utilities

AMWA lists information utility executives need to know.

New organizational leadership positions listed on AMWA job board

Candidates can search for employment opportunities in the water sector.

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