by Shannon Pepper | Aug 14, 2023 | Water Justice, Workforce Development
On this episode, we are delighted to welcome Dr. Mercy Umeri from the Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs at Wichita State University as our guest. Dr. Umeri shares valuable insights on the importance of implementing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practices in the...
by Shannon Pepper | Jul 18, 2023 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Access to Water Funding Sources, Funding Coordination, Policy and Legislation
Filling up a glass of water in the sink or washing a load of dishes seem like everyday tasks, but maintaining these water and wastewater services is anything but cheap. The State Revolving Funds are a solution to providing continual funding for many water and...
by Shannon Pepper | Jul 14, 2023 | Managerial & Financial Leadership
There are many benefits of more holistic or integrated water resource management, whether that is across “types” of water resources or across municipal boundaries. The Derry Township Municipal Authority (DTMA) in south-central Pennsylvania has served as...
by Shannon Pepper | Jun 29, 2023 | Compliance with Wastewater Regulations
Mike Tate discusses the development of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. He goes over the three facets of developing NPDES Permits: Technology Based Limits, TMDL Specified Limits and Water Quality Based Limits. Better understand your...
by Shannon Pepper | Jun 22, 2023 | Managerial & Financial Leadership, Partnerships, Water System Collaboration
This blog explains how regional development organizations (RDOs) can assist their local drinking water and wastewater systems in new ways. If you are part of a water or wastewater system, keep reading to learn how your area’s RDO can assist you with your system’s most...
