by Shannon Pepper | Jul 17, 2024 | Utility Management, Wastewater
In this podcast you will hear from Heather Himmelberger, Dawn Nall, and Mike Rivera on their perspectives of what you need to talk to your engineer about during both the planning and design phase of your project. Heather and Dawn are both engineers and Mike is a...
by Shannon Pepper | Jul 11, 2024 | Wastewater
Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) are a common problem in sewer systems that can cause serious issues for the public and individual homes. FOG results from the cleaning of dishes used to prepare, serve, and eat food or when these materials are dumped directly down the...
by Shannon Pepper | Jun 25, 2024 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Access to Water Funding Sources, Wastewater
Funding to support water and wastewater projects can be confusing to navigate. It is generally provided by a variety of agencies in a state. Some states have made an effort to consolidate funding entities and partner agencies to provide a singular point of contact for...
by Shannon Pepper | Jun 24, 2024 | Wastewater, Workforce Development
Image credit: APChanel Shutterstock. https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/id-2194195395 Public water and wastewater utilities have been referred to as “Anchor Institutions”, forming the foundation of our communities by safeguarding public health and protecting the...
by Shannon Pepper | Jun 20, 2024 | PFAS, Treatment Processes, Wastewater
PFAS in our drinking water are a growing concern. But what are they? And where do they come...
by Shannon Pepper | Jun 19, 2024 | Communications and Outreach, Wastewater
Every water system communicates with stakeholders. Would you like to see your community value water more? Are you raising your rates? Are you seeking support from local leaders such as elected officials or agency leaders for overdue infrastructure projects? Would like...
