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November 12, 2018

 

Washington Update

Election Update: Democrats to Chair Key House Committees in Next Congress

Interior Secretary Zinke Proposes Reorganization, including Bureau of Reclamation

EPA Recognizes WateReuse Association Members for Excellence and Innovation in Clean Water Infrastructure

 

State Updates and Member Profiles

California: Governor Cites Orange County’s Innovation and Efficient Water Use in TV Interview

Governor Gavin Newsom cited WateReuse Association member the Orange County Water District’s groundwater replenishment system as an example of the type of innovation needed to combat the state’s water challenges during an interview on Hulu’s I love You, America. In a comical exchange, host Sarah Silverman challenged the governor on the use of the term “Toilet to Tap” and the two engaged in a discussion of better ways to describe purified water. The clip was widely shared on social media.

California: East Valley Breaks Ground on State-of-the Art Treatment Facility

WateReuse Association member the East Valley Water District recently celebrated the groundbreaking of the Sterling Natural Resource Center, a state-of-the-art treatment facility in Highland, about 65 miles east of Los Angeles. The $150 million facility will be capable of treating up to 10 million gallons a day and will recharge the local groundwater basin. The center will also offer education and training, community space, neighborhood improvements, and new habitat for the Santa Ana Sucker fish. Read More.

 

Association Update

WateReuse Sees Growing Interest on East Coast

 

Research Update

CDC to Study Antibiotic Resistance in Recycled Water

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently awarded a contract to study antibiotic resistance in recycled water to Amy Pruden, a professor in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech. Pruden’s team will examine a range of markers of antibiotic resistance through local water reclamation facilities treating water for reuse purposes. The researchers will track a range of antibiotic resistant pathogens of concern and identify which water treatment and disinfection processes are most effective for their removal. They also plan to examine the potential for new strains of resistant bacteria to evolve during wastewater treatment through the use of advanced next generation DNA sequencing. Read More.

 

Conferences and Events

Webcast: Learn about the New Recycled Water User Network

Are you interested in recognizing recycled water customers as community water stewards or strengthening your marketing to potential new customers? Please join us for a webcast on Thursday, November 15 at 2 pm EST to learn about a new resource for WateReuse members and a new membership program for industrial and commercial users of recycled water called the Recycled Water User Network™. The network provides a member-only platform for users of recycled water, including customers of water utilities and organizations that recycle water onsite, and is designed to be a resource for members of the WateReuse Association to market and provide support to current and potential customers of recycled water, while building public acceptance of recycled water in your community. The network provides businesses, governments and nonprofits that use recycled water the opportunity to receive a green designation, Water StarTM and to access information and resources on recycled water.  Members of the network would also receive access to the Association’s membership benefits, including access to monthly webcasts, weekly newsletter, and discounts on conference registration fees. To learn more about how your utility can take advantage of the Recycled Water User Network, register today for the webcast.

Webcast: Reducing the Cost of Concentrate Disposal: Using a Novel Hybrid NF-RO to Enhance Sodium Chloride Removal

Concentrate disposal is a major cost for desalting operations, and for many water-recycling applications only partial desalting is needed, often targeting sodium chloride specifically. Please join us on Wednesday, November 14 at 2 p.m. EST to learn about a pilot study that was conducted to demonstrate the viability of a two-pass system, combining an NF pass with a second RO pass and blending the NF concentrate with the RO permeate. Findings indicate that sodium chloride can be preferentially removed from the recycled water, chemical and power consumption can be reduced when operated at system recoveries comparable to typical RO systems, and much higher recoveries are achievable with modest increases in power and chemical usage. Register Now!

Save the Date – 34th Annual WateReuse Symposium

Marriot Marquis San Diego Marina, San Diego, California
September 8 – 11, 2019

The 34th Annual WateReuse Symposium is in San Diego, California September 8-11, 2019. This year’s theme is “Collaborate to Innovate.” We will showcase recycled water collaborations among utilities, farmers, and industry; regulators working together at both the state and federal level; sustainability; public/private partnerships; and, for the first time, the latest in reuse research led by the Water Research Foundation. The Annual WateReuse Symposium is the nation’s premier conference on water recycling. The event attracts more than 500 water professionals from around the nation.

Upcoming Events

Jun
8
Sun
AWWA ACE25: Elevate
Jun 8 – Jun 11 all-day
AWWA ACE25: Elevate

AWWA’s 2025 Annual Conference & Expo

Water Solutions: Our journey to ensure clean and safe water is fueled by heightened awareness, elevated standards, and innovative solutions. As the world evolves, we remain vigilant, resourceful, and committed to collaboration. Let’s innovate together and ELEVATE the future of water.

Learn More and Register

Jun
13
Fri
Meeting of the Board of Directors & Executive Session – Second Quarter 2025
Jun 13 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Remote

Jun
17
Tue
Pacific Northwest Section Meeting
Jun 17 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Jun
19
Thu
Orange County Chapter Meeting
Jun 19 all-day

June 19, 2025 – HDR (Irvine) |

Main Presentations:

  • DEI Spotlight
    • Victoria Johnson, HDR
  • Water Research Foundation (WRF) Project 5196 – One Water Program Management
    • Jacquelin Mutter, HDR

 

Jun
20
Fri
WRCA Legislative & Regulatory Committee
Jun 20 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

This meeting will be held virtually.

Jun
23
Mon
2025 Industrial Water Conference @ Columbus, Ohio
Jun 23 – Jun 25 all-day

Presented in partnership with the Water Environment Federation.

Save the date: more information to come soon!

Jun
26
Thu
Central Coast Chapter Meeting
Jun 26 all-day

Chapter Meeting: Agenda and Details TBD

Oregon Summer Summit & Social @ Chehalem Glenn Golf Course
Jun 26 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Oregon Summer Summit & Social @ Chehalem Glenn Golf Course

 

The WateReuse Association Pacific Northwest (PNW) section, in partnership with the City of Newberg, is hosting its fourth annual Summer Summit and Social on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Chehalem Glenn Golf Course.

Chehalem Glenn is a beautiful 18-hole golf course in Newberg, Oregon. Opened in 2005, the facility began irrigating with recycled water from the City of Newberg’s water resource recovery facility in 2008. Chehalem Glenn is a public course, owned and operated by Chehalem Park & Recreation District. Use of recycled water supports the operation of an affordable, community asset while conserving local water resources.

Learn More and Register

Jul
10
Thu
California Communications Collaborative Group: Engaging Medical Professionals in Reuse
Jul 10 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

Register for Zoom Link

 

12:00 P.M. – Welcome

Gina Ayala | Orange County Water District

 

12:05 P.M. – Engaging Medical Professionals in Reuse

Mike McNutt, Public Affairs and Communications Manager | Las Virgenes Municipal Water District

Eric Rosenblum, CEO | Envirospectives

Christina Montoya, Director of Strategic Communications | El Paso Water

 

1:20 P.M. – Update from California WateReuse Association’s Managing Director

Brenley McKenna, Managing Director | WateReuse California

 

1:30 P.M. – Wrap Up

 
Register for Zoom Link

Jul
11
Fri
WRCA Legislative & Regulatory Committee
Jul 11 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

This meeting will be held in person at the Sacramento Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Office:

1121 L Street,
Suite 900,
Sacramento, CA 95814.

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