RURAL WATER E-NEWS …………………………….……….….……………………………. 5/28/2025
There is a job opening at WRWA. A position is open for the EPA Training/Technical Assistance Program. The EPA Water Training and Technical Assistance Program provides operator certification training, board member training, and on-site technical assistance to support the specific needs of small and rural water system personnel. Training Specialists have experience working with small systems and possess expert knowledge regarding compliance challenges. To see a job description go to our website, WRWA ~ EPA Training/Technical Assistance Circuit Rider | Wisconsin Rural Water Association. For more information contact Chris at cgroh@wrwa.org
Outdoor Expo Call-For-Presentations: You are invited to participate in WRWA’s Annual Outdoor Expo on August 28, 2025. Please use the attached form to submit training topics and presentations for consideration for this year’s Expo agenda. All presentations must be generic & cannot promote a company and/or product. RETURN or SUBMIT ELECTRONICALLY BY 5/30/2025. Outdoor Expo | Wisconsin Rural Water Association
Talking about training: There is lots of good training coming this, Summer. Schedule yourself for some training at Events Calendar | Wisconsin Rural Water Association
Gov. Evers Appoints Jeff Hastings to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board, Reappoints Bill Smith. Gov. Tony Evers today announced two appointments to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board. The governor has appointed Jeff Hastings to fill the vacancy created by the expiration of Marcy West’s term on May 1, 2025, and reappointed William “Bill” Smith following the expiration of his term. Press Release: Gov. Evers Appoints Jeff Hastings to the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board, Reappoints Bill Smith
First Wisconsin water report card gives Green Bay Water Utility two A’s, a B and an F. Scores were out of 100, and Green Bay’s marks reflected the overwhelmingly clean water in the vast majority of Wisconsin, as well as what the report called “troubling” findings on aging water infrastructure common throughout much of the state. Wisconsin water report card assesses Green Bay Water Utility quality
Watershed Council collaborates with Gays Mills around sewer plant challenges. The Village of Soldiers Grove at their May meeting approved upgrades to their WWTF which, if grant and low-interest loan funding is approved, will result in an increase of residential sewer rates (average of $580 per year per user) by between $100 to $200 per month in order to meet state and federal requirements. Watershed Council collaborates with Gays Mills around sewer plant challenges – SWNews4U
Wastewater violator fined after failing to clean up act – A business that was in hot water in court a year ago over improper disposal of wastewater was hit this week with a $25,000 fine for failing to remedy the issues. Wastewater violator fined after failing to clean up act
How AI Data Centers Are Tapping into Wisconsin’s Fresh Water – Data center operations are drawn to Wisconsin due to abundant water resources for cooling. Here and Now | How AI Data Centers Are Tapping into Wisconsin’s Fresh Water | Season 2300 | Episode 2345 | PBS
Report highlights increased concern for water quality, contaminants in Madison lakes – The Clean Lakes Energy Alliance released their 2024 State of the Lakes report last week, citing increased phosphorus levels and diminished clarity in Madison lakes. Report highlights increased concern for water quality, contaminants in Madison lakes – The Daily Cardinal
(On occasion of my wedding anniversary) Quote: “My husband and I fell in love at first sight. Maybe I should have taken a second look.” — Crimes and Misdemeanors