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Water University - Utility Management

Inside this issue:

MRWA Wastewater Operation & Maintenance Training

MRWA Wastewater Operation & Maintenance Training

MRWA Cross Connection Control Training Sessions

Wastewater C&D Exam Study Material Suggestions

Wastewater C&D Exam Refresher Training Session

Water C&D Exam Refresher Training Session

Need Financing? Check out MRWA’s Loan Programs

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31st Annual MRWA Water & Wastewater TechnicalConference

March 3-5, 2015

Minnesota Rural Water Association in cooperation with WaterUniversity presents Utility Management Certification (UMC).Invest in your future and gain the recognition you deserve inthe water and wastewater industry.

Today, the water and wastewater industry is more complexthan ever before. Economics, increased complexity in regulatory requirements, and a changing society are craftingthe water and wastewater industry of tomorrow.

As our industry changes, there is a strong need to recognizethe individuals who provide management leadership to theindustry and create a standard for the future manager to strive for,thus meeting the demands of the future.

The “Utility Management Certification” program is designed to recognize the professionaleducational achievements of individuals and to market their achievements and skills toincrease the value of today’s utility manager.

Operator Certification alone is not enough for tomorrow’s manager. The future will demanddifferent skill sets that far exceed operations.

The UMC designation will document fields of study in public relations, financial planning, ethics, humanresources, and other skills not covered in today’s operatorcertification programs.

Be prepared for the future; earn the respect you deserve!

We invite you to achieve the recognition of UtilityManagement Certification for your future and the futureof your water and wastewater industry.

For information on application, exams, and costs, log on to:www.wateruniversity.org.

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MRWA Wastewater Operation & Maintenance Training Session

8:00am Wastewater Operation & MaintenanceThis session will be a discussion on topics that are affectingthe operation and maintenance of wastewater systems today.

10:00am Sewer BackupsSewers backup into basements; sometimes because of toomuch rain, bad lines, or equipment malfunction. This sessionwill be a presentation on what an operations specialist shouldor should not do when an event like this happens.

11:00am Painting That PlantWhen you are painting at the treatment plant, or anywhere else, preparation is critical for a lasting paint job. This session will educate you on what you need for any surfacesthat you paint. Have questions? Get them answered here!

12:00pm Lunch - (On Your Own)

1:00pm Chlorinator Maintenance and Backflow PreventionLearn the latest information on what a backflow preventionprogram is all about and what you should be doing at yoursystem. This session will also show you what you need todo to properly maintain your chlorination equipment.

2:30pm Operation & Maintenance of the St. James Wastewater PlantGo on-site in St. James to see the operation and maintenance of the St. James wastewater plant.

4:00pm End of Day

October 15, 2014City of St. James

Fire Hall315 11th Street South

St. James, MN

Course Instructors:Alden Pool, Berkley Risk,

City of St. James, Sherwin-Williams Protective &Marine Coatings, and

Minnesota Rural WaterAssociation.

Six Certification Hours for Full Day Attendance

There is NO charge for thissession.

To Register For Any Training Session: Call the MRWA Office at 800-367-6792 or online at www.mrwa.com.

Use the training calendar link.

City of Onamia Checks Out MRWA’s Valve Exerciser Machine

The city of Onamia used MRWA’s “Spin Doctor” inAugust. Tom Cunz from Onamia said “We found that several of the 100+ valves that we used it on made aworthwhile change on the amount of torque it takes toturn them. For instance, some of them would start out at100psi or so and by running it up and down a few turns at a time, it then would only require about 50 or 60psi toturn the valves. One big plus of going through all thevalves was the other little issues we found. We found 2 or 3 valves off that were keeping the main from beinglooped and a few that were a few turns from being fullyopen and a hydrant valve that was half open. Themachine worked fine and we found that the large squareshaft wasn’t ideal on the valves that were not centered inthe box as it was hard to get on the nut.. By and large we were satisfied with the outcome!” Photo above shows thecity of Onamia using the Valve Exerciser “Spin Doctor” machine. Call MRWA at 800-367-6792 for more informationon renting the machine for your city!


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MRWA Wastewater Operation & Maintenance Training Session

8:00am MRWA Updates: What’s New in the Industry?See what MRWA can do for you and what services we provide. Learn about the Ford Fleet program, MRWA’s mappingprocess, training and future technology, and new Apps.

9:00am eDMR UpdatesLearn about new updates and changes to your currentreporting and new changes coming into effect that will helpyou with electronic reporting.

11:00am As-Built and Construction Drawings For Your Waterand Wastewater Construction ProjectsLearn about the difference between construction drawings andas-built plans. See how to properly read as-built drawings.

12:00pm Lunch - (On Your Own)

1:00pm Tracer Wire Installation During ProjectsIs there a water distribution or wastewater collection system project in your future? Learn about tracer wire installationduring your project for locating your utilities. Learn how thisimportant specification will greatly improve your line locating.

2:00pm Wastewater Stabilization PondsReview commonly used mathematics that wastewater operations specialists should know for wastewater treatment pond reporting.

3:00 pm Proper Sampling TechniquesReview proper sampling techniques to ensure that you aremeeting your system’s wastewater permit. Learn how propersampling techniques can help you in the field at your wastewater treatment facility. Proper measurement of ponddepths in structures, wastewater transfer, and treatmenttechniques will be covered.

4:00pm End of Day

October 22, 2014City of Kelliher

City Hall217 East MainKelliher, MN

Course Instructors:Minnesota Rural Water

Association.

Six Certification Hours for Full Day Attendance

There is NO charge for this session.

To Register For AnyTraining Session: Call

the MRWA Office at 800-367-6792 or online atwww.mrwa.com. Use the

training calendar link.

Here are some inspirational quotes to help you keep your humility and pride in check:1. “There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.”

— Ernest Hemingway 2. “It is unwise to be too sure of one's own wisdom. It is healthy to be reminded that the strongest might weaken and

the wisest might err.” — Mahatma Gandhi 3. “On the highest throne in the world, we still sit only on our own bottom.” — Michel de Montaigne 4. “Early in my career...I had to choose between an honest arrogance and a hypercritical humility... I deliberately

choose an honest arrogance, and I've never been sorry.” — Frank Lloyd Wright 5. “Don't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful.” — Ann Landers 6. “An attitude of gratitude is the highest yoga.” — Yogi Bhajan 7. “Remembering that I'll be dead soon is the most important tool I've ever encountered to help me make the big

choices in life. Because almost everything — all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure— these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important.” — Steve Jobs

8. “Generosity is giving more than you can, and pride is taking less than you need.” — Khalil Gibran 9. “Be happy for those who are happy, have compassion towards the unhappy, and maintain equanimity towards the

wicked.” — Patanjal


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MRWA Cross Connection Control & Backflow Prevention

In response to the federal Safe Drinking Water Act Ground Water Rule(GWR) and recent incidents in Minnesota, the Minnesota Department ofHealth (MDH) has adopted high-hazard cross connections that are not adequately protected as a Significant Deficiency (SD) for all CommunityPublic Water Systems (CPWSs).

This session will provide theattendee with a better understand-ing of methods and resources available to enable a cost effectiveCross Connection Control Programfor small and large public watersupply systems.

Come prepared to learn the fundamentals of backflow prevention, devices for preventingbackflow, regulations and codeoverview, surveying, action, and

review, cross connection hazards, and the MDH requirements and recommendations.

Who should attend? Water purveyors and suppliers, water specialists, businesses that supply their own water, utility superintendents, administrators, and any other interested personnel!

This session will be taught by: Gary McLaren - CCCSurveyor/Program Advisor, HydroDesigns Inc.

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Sponsored By MRWA Corporate Partners:

Diamond Partner: Kodru-Mooney

Ruby Partners: Adaptor, Inc.;

AE2S; Dakota Pump &

Control; DSG Metering

Technology; Engineering

America; Hawkins Water Treatment Group; KLM

Engineering, Inc.; Minnesota Pipe & Equipment;

MSA Professional Services; Stantec; Swanson

Flo-Systems; Team Lab Chemical Corp.; Ulteig;

and WSB & Associates, Inc.

Emerald Partners: Aeration Industries

International; Apex Engineering, Inc.; Bollig,

Inc.; Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Electric Pump;

Flexible Pipe Tool Co.; HD Supply Waterworks;

HDR Engineering; Hydro-Klean, LLC; I&S

Group; Infratech; KLJ; MacQueen Equipment,

Inc.; Moore Engineering, Inc.; Raymond James;

Ritter & Ritter Sewer Service; Sensus USA;

Servocal Instruments, Inc.; Short Elliott

Hendrickson Inc.; Summit Envirosolutions; Thul

Specialty Contracting; Utility Service Co., Inc.;

Visu-Sewer, Inc.; and Widseth Smith Nolting.

Class: MRWA Cross Connection Control & Backflow Prevention Training Session

Dates & October 21, 2014 - Holiday Inn Express, 2422 Ridgeway Ave NW, Bemidji, MNLocations: October 22, 2014 - Gustavus Adolphus College, 800 West College Ave., St. Peter, MN

Time: 8:00am - 3:00pm

Cost: $125.00 members or $150.00 non-members(Lunch is provided by MRWA)

Register: Mail registration form and check by October 17, 2014 to:

Minnesota Rural Water Association217 12th Avenue SE, Elbow Lake, MN 56531Phone: 800-367-6792 * Fax: 218-685-5272

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

Title: __________________________ Representing: __________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________

City: ___________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: ________________________

Phone: _______________________________ Fax: _____________________________________________

E-mail: _______________________________ Location Attending: ________________________________

Refund policy: Full refund will not be given unless MRWA is notified 48 hours in advance. Partial credit allowance on medical orsnow removal emergency only will be considered on a case by case basis.

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Wastewater C & D Exam Recommended Study Materials


MPCA recommends the following manuals for wastewater specialists to use in studying and preparing to take the wastewater exam:Class D Wastewater Exam Refresher Suggested Study Materials:SOperation of Wastewater Treatment Plants, Volume 1 & 2 —available from California State University*

SStabilization Pond Operation and Maintenance Manual, Wastewater Math Workbook, and Wastewater Treatment Technology Manual — all three available from MPCA

MPCA LINK: Class D Wastewater Exam Description: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/publications/wq-wwtp8-07.pdf

Class C Wastewater Exam Refresher Suggested Study Materials:SAdvanced Waste Treatment—available from California State University*SOperation of Wastewater Treatment Plants, Volumes 1 & 2—available from California State University*SWastewater Math Workbook and Wastewater Treatment Technology Manual—both available from MPCA

MPCA LINK: Class C Wastewater Exam Description: http://www.pca.state.mn.us/publications/wq-wwtp8-06.pdf

To order manuals listed above from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA): Mail a completed order form,available by calling MPCA at 651-757-2073 or download from www.mrwa.com/wastewater.html and a check to theMinnesota Pollution Control Agency, Fiscal Services, 6th Floor, 520 Lafayette Road North, St. Paul, MN 55155.

*To order manuals listed above from California State University: Office of Water Programs, California State University,Sacramento, 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819-6025, phone: (916) 278-6142, e-mail: [email protected],Fax: (916) 278-5959, or Web site: www.owp.csus.edu/orderform.php.

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Wastewater Refresher Agenda

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

10:00am Introductions—Class C&D exam prep

Noon Lunch (Provided)

1:00pm Class C&D exam prep group interaction.Learn how to use the math formula sheet.

4:00pm End of Day

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

8:30am Class C&D exam prep (continued)


1:00pm Class C&D exam prep (continued)

4:00pm End of Day

Thursday, October 30, 2014

8:30am Check-in for exam. Bring valid picture ID. No exam without state-issued picture identification. Study materials will not beallowed in the exam room. Math formula sheet will be provided. Bring a pencil and a calculator.

9:00am Exam given (time: 9:00am-1:00pm).

See page 5 for a list of Suggested

Study Materials when preparing to

take the Wastewater Exam.

Registration Instructions:

1. Register for the class. Send the registration form at the bottom of thepage and the class fee to MRWA.

2. Register for the exam. Send your completed application for the exam and the $55.00 exam fee to the MPCA by October 15, 2014.

3. Make your hotel arrangements: Kelly Inn, phone #: 320-253-0606.

4. Get started studying NOW. See the list of suggested study materialand ordering instructions on page 5.

5. Bring a pencil, highlighter, calculator, and identification. Practice math and suggested study review will be combined throughout the course work.

Pre-registration for the class is required. Class fee is $225.00 for members and $275.00 for non-members. Register for the class by calling MRWA at 800-367-6792 or by filling out the form below. Send the form and a check made payable to MRWA at: 217 12thAvenue SE, Elbow Lake, MN 56531.

Register for the exam with the Minnesota Pollution ControlAgency. A separate exam form and fee must be submitted toMPCA no later than October 15, 2014. For a MPCA application form, call MRWA at 800-367-6792 or DianneNavratil, MPCA at 651-757-2599.

You can download the MPCA exam application at:www.pca.state.mn.us/publications/wq-wwtp8-00.pdf

MRWA Wastewater Operations Specialist Class C & D Exam Refresher

Class: MRWA Wastewater Operations Specialist Class C&D Exam RefresherDates: October 28-30, 2014Location: Kelly Inn, 100 4th Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN (ph# 320-253-0606) Cost: $225.00 members or $275.00 non-membersRegister: Mail MRWA class registration form and check by October 24, 2014 to:

Minnesota Rural Water Association217 12th Avenue SEElbow Lake, MN 56531Phone: 800-367-6792 * Fax: 218-685-5272

Name: _____________________________________________________________________Title: _____________________________________________________________________ Representing: _______________________________________________________________Address: ___________________________________________________________________City: ______________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: ___________Phone: _______________________________ Fax: ________________________________ E-mail: ___________________________________________________________________

Refund policy: Full refund will not be given unless MRWA is notified 48 hours in advance.



MRWA Water Operations Specialist Class C & D Exam Refresher

Water Refresher AgendaTuesday, October 28, 2014

10:00am Introductions—Class C&D exam prep


1:00pm Class C&D exam prep group interaction.Learn how to use the math formula sheet.

4:00pm End of Day

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

8:30am Class C&D exam prep (continued)


1:00pm Class C&D exam prep (continued)

4:00pm End of Day

Thursday, October 30, 2014

8:30am Check-in for exam. Bring valid picture ID. No exam without state-issued picture identification. Study materials will not beallowed in the exam room. Math formula sheet will be provided. Bring a pencil and a calculator.

9:00am Exam given (time: 9:00am-12:00pm).

Registration Instructions:

1. Register for the class. Send the registration form at the bottom of thepage and the class fee to MRWA.

2. Register for the exam. Send your completed application for the exam and the $32.00 exam fee to the MDH by October 15, 2014.

3. Make your hotel arrangements: Kelly Inn, phone #: 320-253-0606.

4. Get started studying NOW.

5. Bring a pencil, highlighter, calculator, study guide, and identification. Practice math and study guide review will be combined throughout the course work.

Pre-registration for the class is required. Class fee is $225.00 for members and $275.00 for non-members. Register for the class by calling MRWA at 800-367-6792 or by filling out the form below. Send the form and a check made payable to MRWA at: 217 12thAvenue SE, Elbow Lake, MN 56531.

Register for the exam with the Minnesota Department of Health. A separate exam form and fee must be submitted to MDH no laterthan October 15, 2014. For a MDH application form and studyguide, call MRWA at 800-367-6792 or Noel Hansen, MDH at651-201-4690.

You can download the MDH exam application at: www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/water/wateroperator/infoexam/opexamapp.pdf

Class: MRWA Water Operations Specialist Class C&D Exam RefresherDates: October 28-30, 2014Location: Kelly Inn, 100 4th Avenue South, St. Cloud, MN (ph# 320-253-0606) Cost: $225.00 members or $275.00 non-membersRegister: Mail MRWA class registration form and check by October 24, 2014 to:

Minnesota Rural Water Association217 12th Avenue SEElbow Lake, MN 56531Phone: 800-367-6792 * Fax: 218-685-5272

Name: _____________________________________________________________________Title: _____________________________________________________________________ Representing: _______________________________________________________________Address: ___________________________________________________________________City: ______________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: ___________Phone: _______________________________ Fax: ________________________________ E-mail: ___________________________________________________________________

Refund policy: Full refund will not be given unless MRWA is notified 48 hours in advance.


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