Description: User rates are the primary revenue source for small wastewater utilities and small systems must find the correct balance serving the needs of their community and providing cost-effective service.

Leaning Objectives:

• Learn how to conduct a rate analysis
• Analyze budgets and operational costs
• Review affordability metrics

Trainer: John Sullivan, PE, Senior Research Engineer, Great Lakes Environmental Infrastructure Center at Michigan Technological University

Cost: Complimentary.

Continuing Education Units: This training is approved for 0.6 Managerial CECs for Wastewater Operators by Michigan EGLE.

Who Should Attend:

• Managers, owners, and operators of wastewater systems with an average daily flow of less than 1 million gallons
• Decision-makers for wastewater utilities, including mayors, finance officers, utility managers, public works directors, city councilors, board members, tribal council members, and clerks
• Consultants and technical assistance providers serving wastewater systems

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