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April 2, 2018

Washington Update

Congress was on recess last week.

Don’t Miss the 2018 National Water Policy Fly-In During Water Week 2018

Rehearing Denied for Groundwater Conduit Theory Case

 

State Updates and Member Spotlight

California: WateReuse California Recognizes Excellence in Annual Awards Presentation

Colorado: Declaration Brewing and Denver Water to Collaborate on Recycled Water Beer Brewing

Denver’s Declaration Brewing Co. announced that it will release a beer brewed with recycled water in collaboration with WateReuse Association member Denver Water. Denver Water, which operates the largest water recycling system in Colorado, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Learn More.

Florida: Legislature Sends Aquifer Recharge Bill to Governor

The Florida Legislature sent a bill to Governor Rick Scott on Monday, March 26 that would allow utilities to pump purified reclaimed water into Florida’s aquifer, which supplies drinking water for nearly 10 million people. Under the legislation, the reclaimed water would be treated to meet federal drinking water standards before it is injected into the aquifer’s raw water supply. Some environmental groups have expressed concerns about the safety of the purified water and are asking Governor Scott to veto the bill. Learn More.

MN: Inver Grove Heights Considers Recycled Water to Attract New Business

The city of Inver Grove Heights, part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, is considering developing a 1.6 million gallons per day recycled water project to entice a Canadian company to build a $200 million plant to process garbage into ethanol for car fuel. The city could not handle the facility’s water needs without the use of effluent that is currently treated and discharged to the Mississippi River. Learn More.

 

Conferences and Events

California: WateReuse CA Conference: Learning, Networking and Fun!

Webcast: Water Recycling and Wet Weather Management

Florida Potable Reuse Commission Plans Workshops to Solicit Input

Save the Date: 33rd Annual WateReuse Symposium

Learn “What’s Working, What’s New, and What’s Next in Water Reuse” at the 33rd Annual WateReuse Symposium, September 9-12, 2018, at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas. The Annual WateReuse Symposium is the nation’s premier conference on water reuse and the only conference dedicated solely to advancing the policy, technology, innovation and public acceptance of recycled water. Registration opens in May! Learn More.

Register for the Pacific Northwest WateReuse Conference

WateReuse Pacific Northwest will host a conference May 17-18 in Portland, Oregon with the theme “Roadmap to Reuse.” More than 200 utility operators and mangers, elected officials, engineers, regulators and equipment manufacturers are expected to attend. Presentations will focus on feasibility studies, regulatory updates, public outreach, funding, and more. Learn More.

Upcoming Events

Mar
29
Wed
Potable Reuse Committee Meeting
Mar 29 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Apr
11
Tue
WRCA Los Angeles Chapter Meeting
Apr 11 all-day
Apr
12
Wed
2023 WRTX Annual Membership Meeting @ George R Brown Convention Center
Apr 12 @ 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm

After the membership meeting ends (around 6:15 pm), we will gather folks interested in reuse at Truck Yard Houston for a Reuse Happy Hour co-hosted with the WEAT Reuse Committee.

Truck Yard Houston is a 3-minute walk from the convention center at 2118 Lamar St. Houston, TX 77003.

If you have trouble finding us that evening, please call 832 619-9496.

Apr
18
Tue
Pacific Northwest Section Meeting
Apr 18 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Apr
20
Thu
WRCA Central Valley/Sierra Foothills Chapter Meeting @ virtual
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Orange County Chapter Meeting @ South Coast Water District
Apr 20 @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
May
2
Tue
2023 WateReuse Colorado Conference @ SEEC Building, University of Colorado Boulder
May 2 @ 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Colorado’s Challenging Water Future: Where are we with Water Reuse?

Join us at the 2023 WateReuse Colorado Conference on May 2 2023! The conference will bring together water reuse professionals to share the latest research, innovation, and experiences to address the growing need for water recycling in Colorado and across the country. WRCO is pleased to conduct this event in collaboration with CU Boulder. Make plans to attend the conference for learning, networking, and engaging in discussions with the experts of reuse community, while enjoying the view of beautiful Boulder Flatirons!

Event Info Register Now
May
12
Fri
Board of Trustees Meeting
May 12 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Please contact Jennifer West for details

May
16
Tue
Pacific Northwest Section Meeting
May 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Jun
9
Fri
Meeting of the Board of Directors – Second Quarter 2023
Jun 9 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Friday, June 9, 2023

11:00 am to 2:00 pm ET (Remote)

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