Description: Running a small wastewater system can be challenging. Along with meeting regulatory obligations, you may have issues with aging infrastructure, lack of personnel, and limited financial resources. Furthermore, small systems often cost more to operate per capita than large systems because of economy of scale. This can further complicate operations.

One strategy to address these challenges is to work with other utilities. In this workshop, we will discuss various approaches to collaboration including:

• Informal information sharing
• Sharing personnel
• Leveraging shared purchasing power
• How to prepare your utility for knowledge or technology transfer

Trainer: Hayley Hajic, Project Manager, Southwest Environmental Finance Center 

CEUs: This training has been approved for 2 hour(s) of continuing education credit toward ANY WW classification(s) by Tennessee DEC.

Who Should Attend:

• Managers, owners, and operators of water or wastewater systems
• Decision-makers for water and 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 water and wastewater systems

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