NASSCO Creates CIPP Committee
NASSCO has formed a CIPP committee to explore all issues related to lining for rehabilitation of aging sewer pipes. The committee is led by Lynn Osborn, engineering manager of Insituform.
“Our committees have played a key role during the past three decades,” says Irvin Gemora, executive director. “Committees are comprised of hard-working members who go above and beyond to research and educate us on key issues affecting our industry.”
The committee’s first project is the research and creation of a Styrene Task Force Report that will investigate issues surrounding the use of styrene in CIPP projects. The report will be peer-reviewed by a team representing consulting engineers, resin suppliers and contractors and is to be released in late 2008.
New APWA Board Members
The American Public Works Association announced that Susan Hann, P.E., AICP, ICMA-CM, a member of the Florida chapter, is the new director-at-large, transportation. David Lawry, P.E., a member of the Chicago Metro Chapter, was named director of Region V. His appointment fills the unexpired term of Larry Koehle, who assumed the position of president-elect.
AWWA Conducting Survey
The American Water Works Association Water Treatment Plant Employee Survey is the first in a series of online surveys to become part of Water Stats, a database that allows water and wastewater utilities to compare themselves against others. The process helps identify strengths and areas for improvement. Information from the database also can be used to support interpretation of industry trends and projections.
All survey information is presented anonymously, but participants are listed in the summary statistical report, which they receive for free. A more complete report will follow. Members may log in and then take the survey at www.awwa.org/awwa/waterstats/TreatmentPersonnel/default.aspx.
StormCon Call for Papers
Professionals may submit proposals to speak at StormCon, the North American Surface Water Quality Conference and Exposition, Aug. 16-20, 2009, at the Anaheim Marriott in Anaheim, Calif. The six educational tracks are:
• BMP Case Studies
• Low-Impact Development
• Advanced Research Topics
• Stormwater Program Management
• Water-Quality Monitoring
• Source Control.
The deadline for abstract submissions is Wednesday, Dec. 3. For guidelines and online abstract submission, visit www.StormCon.com.
ASCE Board Election Winners
The American Society of Civil Engineers announced that Blaine D. Leonard, P.E., F.ASCE, research program manager for Utah’s Transportation Department, is the incoming president-elect. N. Catherine Bazan-Arias, Ph.D., P.E., M.ASCE, of Pennsylvania, is the at-large director. Three regional directors, 18 regional governors and a technical regional director also were chosen. See the complete list at www.asce.org.
Manage Your Risk
The Damage Prevention Conference and Expo is Dec. 9-10 at the Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nev. The event is devoted to damage prevention in underground infrastructures. Keynote speaker Mike Kemper, president of Northern Pipeline Construction Co. in Phoenix, Ariz., will discuss cross bore damages and how his company responded with internal policies and practices. Mark Rosenker, chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, will give his view on what happened in pipeline-related incidents and damage prevention efforts this past year and present the board’s recommendations. Call 800/827-8009, ext. 3337, or visit www.damageprevention.com.
Call for Abstracts
The Water Environment Federation is soliciting abstracts on more than 20 water quality topics for its exhibition and conference on Oct. 10-14 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The deadline for submission is Dec. 3. Authors will be published in the official conference proceedings and may submit their papers to WEF’s peer-reviewed journal, Water Environment Research. Visit www.weftec.org/Education/Callfor Abstracts.htm.
Stormwater Runoff Web Site
The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection and the Department of Natural Resources have created a Web site devoted to stormwater runoff and agricultural runoff issues. Besides publications to help local governments manage polluted runoff, stormwater drainage and nonpoint sources, the site links to state rules and regulations and education resources. Go to http://runoffinfo.uwex.edu.
Learning Opportunities
Leadership Experience
The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers’ simulation-based course, “Improving Business Outcomes through Systematic Management and Leadership,” is Nov. 10-13 at Indianapolis, Ind. Using real-time facilitation and practical application, technical specialists will learn how to lead groups and project teams, and work with others over whom they have no direct authority. Seating is limited to 25. Call 269/429-0300 or visit www.asabe.org/meetings/leadership/index.htm.
UW-Madison Engineering Courses
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Engineering Professional Development is offering the following CEU, LU, PDH classes. They are at the Madison campus unless indicated otherwise:
• Nov. 5-6 – Preparing an Effective Municipal Capital Improvements Plan (J974), Las Vegas, Nev.
• Nov. 12-14 – Upgrading Your Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Program (K465), Durham, N.C.
• Nov. 17-18 – Pumping Equipment and Systems: Selecting, Operating, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting (K272), Las Vegas, Nev.
• Nov. 17-18 – Storm Sewer System Design (J892)
• Nov. 19-20 – Stormwater Detention Basin Design (J891)
• Nov. 19-20 – Design Workshop for Wastewater Pumping Systems and Lift Stations (K497), Las Vegas, Nev.
• Dec. 8-9 – Improving Public Works Construction Inspection Skills Course (K118), Las Vegas, Nev.
• Jan. 5-9 – Cross-Connection Control and Backflow Prevention (K081)
• Feb. 12-13 – Fleet Management (K325), Las Vegas, Nev.
Call 608/262-2061 or visit http://epdweb.engr.wisc.edu.
American Public Works Association
APWA has these Web-based broadcasts:
• Nov. 13 – ETHICS ... or Doing the Right Thing
• Dec. 18 – NPDES Good Housekeeping
• Feb. 12 – Successful Models for Rural Water
Call Carrie Merker at 816/472-6100, ext. 5213, or visit www.apwa.net.
American Water Works Association
The organization is offering the following CEU/PDH seminars or Web casts:
• Nov. 5 – Environmental Values in the Water Industry, Web
• Nov. 13-14 – Mapping Your Course to a Successful Workforce Plan, Ft. Worth, Texas
• Dec. 3-5 – CEO and GM Forum, Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
• Dec. 10 – Alamosa: Lessons Learned, Web
Call 800/926-7337 or visit www.awwa.org.
North Carolina
North Carolina State University is offering these courses:
• Nov. 5-7 – Subsurface Wastewater Operator Training, Plymouth
• Nov. 18-19 – Onsite Wastewater System Inspector Training, Plymouth
Call Joni Tanner at 919/513-1678 or visit www.soil.ncsu.edu/training, then Training, Shortcourses and Workshops.
Maine
The Maine WasteWater Control Association and York County Community College in Wells have developed a Certificate of Business Management for Wastewater program. Sessions are Thursdays from 8 a.m. until noon at the college.
• Jan. 8-Feb. 26 – Technical Skills/Regulatory Compliance
• March 5-April 23 – Elective (training or computer skills)
Call Joan Kiszely at 800/452-8786 or visit www.mwwca.org.
Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Water Environment Association is offering Nutrient Removal Technology Workshops at:
• Nov. 7 – Wyomissing
• Nov. 14 – Cranberry Township
Contact Cindy Rock at 570/549-2204 or visit www.pwea.org.
Calendar
Nov. 11-12
Trenchless Road Show, Baltimore, Md. Call Michelle Magyar at 330/467-7588 or visit www.trenchlessroadshow.com.
Nov. 12-14
Treatment Approaches for Water Reuse, Royal Plaza Hotel, Orlando, Fla. Call 207/781-9601 or visit www.intertechpira.com.
Nov. 16-20
American Water Works Association Water Quality Technology Conference and Exposition, Duke Energy Center, Cincinnati, Ohio. Call 800/926-7337 or visit www.awwa.org.
Nov. 17-20
American Water Resources Association Water Resources Conference,
Sheraton Hotel, New Orleans, La. Call 540/687-8390 or visit www.awra.org.
Dec. 1-5
Water Unifies International Conference, University of California-Irvine. Call 949/824-3425 or visit www.waterunifies.com.
Dec. 2-3
Water Environment Research Foundation Research Forum, Marriott Suites on Sand Key, Clearwater Beach, Fla. Call 703/684-2470 or visit www.werf.org.
Dec. 9-10
Damage Prevention Conference and Expo, Riviera Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nev. Visit www.damageprevention.com.
Jan. 25-27
American Water Works Association Water Resources Symposium: Managing in Times of Change and Uncertainty, Portland, Ore. Call 800/926-7337 or visit www.awwa.org.
Feb. 5-6
Ohio Water Quality & Waste Management Conference, Holiday Inn on Lane, Columbus. Call Dr. Karen Mancl at 614/292-4505 or visit http://setll.osu.edu.
Feb. 12-13
American Water Works Association Research Symposium: Emerging Organic Contaminants, Austin, Texas. Call Linda Moody at 303/347-6201 or visit www.awwa.org.
Feb. 17-20
American Water Works Association/Water Environment Federation Utility Management Conference, Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans, La. Call Linda Moody at 303/347-6201 or visit www.awwa.org.
Feb. 25-28
Pumper & Cleaner Environmental Expo International, Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville. Education Day Feb. 25; exhibits open Feb. 26-28. Call 800/257-7222 or visit www.pumpershow.com.
March 4-6
Utility Construction Heavy Equipment Expo, Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Ariz. Call 703/358-9300 or visit www.nuca.com.
