Category: System Security
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PA-AWWA’s 73rd Annual Conference at Kalahari in the Poconos on May 11-13, 2021 has been postponed…Virtual conference is in the works!
PA-AWWA’s 73rd Annual Conference at Kalahari Resort and Convention Center May 11-13, 2021 has been postponed…Virtual conference in the works! Kalahari Hotel and Convention Center COVID-19 Information 2021 CALL FOR PAPERS 2021 ABSTRACT FORM Sponsorship Opportunities 2021 Annual Conference Sponsorship Form ATTENTION EXHIBITORS: EARLY BIRD RATES AVAILABLE Don’t wait get the best booth rate! Early…
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CAPITAL REGION WATER EXPANDS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: HELP @ HOME
CAPITAL REGION WATER EXPANDS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: HELP @ HOME HARRISBURG (July 6, 2020): On July 1st, Capital Region Water launched the newest component in their recently redeveloped customer assistance program titled Help @ Home. The Credit Assistance Program is designed for low-income residential customers and those facing hardships to help reduce their monthly water/wastewater…
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PA DEP Launches Expanded Online Permitting Options to Assist Businesses
PA DEP Launches Expanded Online Permitting Options to Assist Businesses The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced a new online permit application tool that will help permit applicants submit their permit applications electronically. The new tool, OnBase-DEP Upload Form https://www.depgreenport.state.pa.us/OBProdAppNet/UnityForm.aspx?key=UFKey , will allow applicants to submit applications for all DEP authorizations. “Online permit applications will…
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US EPA Update: Perchlorate in Drinking Water
On June 18, 2019, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a final action regarding the regulation of perchlorate under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Considering the best available science and the proactive steps that EPA, states and public water systems have taken to reduce perchlorate levels, the agency has determined that perchlorate does not meet…
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PA DEP “Healthy Waters, Healthy Communities” Storymap Shares Tips and Shows Benefits of Improving Water Quality in Pennsylvania’s Part of Chesapeake Bay Watershed
PA DEP “Healthy Waters, Healthy Communities” Storymap Shares Tips and Shows Benefits of Improving Water Quality in Pennsylvania’s Part of Chesapeake Bay Watershed Harrisburg, PA – As part of Chesapeake Bay Watershed Awareness Week, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today launched a new storymap, Healthy Waters, Healthy Communities, that shares tips for reducing nutrient and…
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Important Water Utility Information: Pennsylvania Bulletin Notices
In reviewing the online version of this week’s Pennsylvania Bulletin, we noticed the item(s) below that we thought may be of interest to you. Department of Environmental Protection Applications, Actions and Special Notices Citizens Advisory Council Virtual Meeting; Change to Meeting Start Time Pennsylvania’s 2020 Annual Ambient Air Monitoring Network Plan Rescission of Technical…
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Important Information from PA DEP: “Maintaining Continuing Education for Operators”
Important Information from PA DEP “Maintaining Continuing Education for Operators” Current course offerings for drinking water = 309 approved courses for a total of 1,463 contact hours. Links to web-based training providers are included as well. Finally, information is provided for operators that may need to request an extension. ——————————————————————————————————————- Message from the…
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US EPA Notes Successes in Reducing Perchlorate in Drinking Water
https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-notes-successes-reducing-perchlorate-drinking-water EPA Notes Successes in Reducing Perchlorate in Drinking Water Contact Information: EPA Press Office ([email protected]) WASHINGTON (May 14, 2020) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing information on reductions of perchlorate in drinking water due to actions that its partners and the agency have taken to mitigate this contaminant and protect public…
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CAPITAL REGION WATER PROVIDES FLUSHING GUIDANCE FOR BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS TO HELP ENSURE WATER QUALITY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Rebecca Laufer 717.307.1175 CAPITAL REGION WATER PROVIDES FLUSHING GUIDANCE FOR BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS TO HELP ENSURE WATER QUALITY HARRISBURG (May 14, 2020): Capital Region Water encourages property owners and managers to flush plumbing in dormant buildings prior to reopening. Safety concerns arise when the building’s pipes have not been used for…
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US EPA Information: Small System Risk and Resilience Assessment Checklist
Small System Risk and Resilience Assessment Checklist EPA released this small system checklist to assist with meeting the AWIA requirements. The checklist is a form fillable pdf. If you have any trouble locating or using the document, please let me know. https://www.epa.gov/waterresilience/small-system-risk-and-resilience-assessment-checklist This guidance is intended for small community water systems (CWSs) serving greater than…