November 2009 Table of Contents

Features

• 14Sewer: SEWER: Enhancing Collection
  A CMOM assessment tool created by the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission can help communities nationwide shape up their sewers
• 26Water: WATER: Fighting on Two Fronts
  The Austin Water Utility attacks water losses in the street and in the home, protecting its supplies for the long term and saving on energy today.
• 32Better Mousetraps: Detective Work
  Ultrasonic sensors and level-velocity logger help locate illegal hookups creating excessive flows at an Ontario wastewater treatment plant
• 40Cover Story: WATER: A Good Neighbor
  An Iowa utility shares the wealth of knowledge and skills with its neighbors through an effective method to pinpoint leak sources and reduce unaccounted-for water
• 44Technology Test Drive: Shedding New Light
  The Blue-Tek UV-cured pipe lining system from Reline America is designed to simplify installation by using pre-manufactured lining material

Columns

• 10From the Editor: Are You Certified?
  Voluntary wastewater collection system operator certification confers a mark of professionalism on a group of people who deserve credibility and recognition
• 34Product Spotlight: Compact, Low-Profile Hydroexcavator Works Well in Tight Spaces
  V500 vacuum excavator from McLaughlin Group Inc.
• 36The Human Side: Meeting Expectations
  The City of Garland (Texas) Water Utilities Department uses computerized evaluation systems to improve system operators’ performance
• 38Industry News: Industry News
  Mr. Manhole Expands into Maine; RedZone Robotics Acquires ICOMMM; MaxLiner Receives ICC-ES Code Recognition; McLaughlin Locator Helps Win Utility Rodeo
• 47Association News: Association News
  People/Awards, Learning Opportunities, Calendar