With limited revenues, aging infrastructure, and regulatory obligations to meet, a comprehensive approach to managing your system is vital. You may have problems related to unknown meter, valve, or hydrant locations. You may not be sure of which asset(s) to replace given limited funds. Asset Management can help you solve these problems, and more.

You will learn how to:

-Identify the 5 core components of asset management

-Develop an inventory of utility components

-Identify critical assets for sustained operations

-Make decisions about how to operate, maintain, repair, and replace those assets

-Set goals for level of service at a sustainable cost

Training Hours: 4.5 continuing education hours approved for certified waterworks operators by the MS Department of Health. This training is also approved for 2 CMO Elective credits to Mississippi Municipal League members.

Contact: Leslie Kimble, leslie.kimble@wichita.edu

Trainer: Brian Bohnsack – Program Manager, Wichita State University Environmental Finance Center