by Shannon Pepper | Nov 22, 2024 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Funding Coordination, Infrastructure Renewal/ Replacement
Finally, football season is upon us again! But what does this have to do with your infrastructure funding? Well, if you are a football fan, you know that every play starts with a huddle. In a football huddle, the quarterback gathers all of their teammates and...
by Southwest EFC | Oct 9, 2024 | Access to Wastewater Funding Sources, Access to Water Funding Sources, Wastewater
Funding for water and wastewater projects can be confusing to navigate and 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 | Sep 13, 2024 | Additional Support Organizations, Technical Assistance
If you work in the water industry, you’ve probably encountered the term “technical assistance” (TA) before, but what does it actually involve? Recently, WaterTA has become more widely available, thanks to significant changes in infrastructure funding...
by Shannon Pepper | Sep 4, 2024 | Managerial & Financial Leadership, Workforce Development
Image credit: Dream Logo Creation / Shutterstock.com In today’s workforce, technical skills alone are no longer sufficient to succeed. While technical skills and knowledge in your field are imperative, young professionals must cultivate social and emotional...
by Shannon Pepper | Aug 1, 2024 | Financial Management, Fiscal Planning & Rate Setting, General Management & Finance, Managerial & Financial Leadership
Clean water is an integral part of a thriving community and environment. Without updated water and wastewater treatment systems, human and environmental safety is challenged. Financing new infrastructure projects can often be a roadblock for small communities. This...