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Last Chance to Register for MRWA’s EXPO

Inside this issue:

MRWA SDWA Training Session - September 1

MRWA Wastewater Operation & Maintenance - Sept 21

MRWA SDWA Training Session - September 28

Winter is Coming: ServLine Leak Protection Program

MRWA’s 8th Annual Operator Equipment Expo Agenda

MRWA’s 8th Annual Operator Equipment Expo Registration

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Last chance to register for MRWA’s 8th Annual Operator Equipment EXPO! If you haven’tattended our EXPO in the past, this is the year to do so! There is plenty of hands-on training,outdoor demos, heavy equipment skills and contests, good food, door prizes, and a t-shirt!New this year: payloader and excavator simulators, a contest to unclog a pump, and a dronepresentation. Don’t miss it.

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September 27, 2016 at the Best Western Kelly Inn in St. Cloud, MN.

Lunch is provided and there is no fee to attend. Please pre-register by calling

800-367-6792 or online at: www.mrwa.com/wf8.html by September 23rd.

Visit www.mnwarn.org for agenda and more details.

8th Annual MRWA Operator Equipment EXPO

September 8, 2016Carver County Fairgrounds * Waconia, MN

Last Chance

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MRWA SDWA Training Session

September 1, 2016

SDWA TrainingCity of Thief River Falls

Ralph Engelstad Event Center

525 Brooks Avenue N.

Thief River Falls, MN

Safe Drinking Water Act Compliance Training8:00am Understand the Revised Total Coliform Rule

and Groundwater Rule*Distribution System: discover how biofilmaffects chlorine residuals and DBP formation.This session will be a discussion of treatment options for this issue.

*Distribution System: learn about corrosioninhibition chemistry. See how to select the correctphosphate treatment for your water system.

*Asset Management: learn about WaterPointNetwork Technology. Technology for operationsspecialists is constantly changing. Apps are part of that changing world. Learn about an asset management App that you can use in your waterdistribution, storm water, and wastewater system.

*Troubleshooting Valves: see a valve petting zoo!Discover how to utilize industry professionals tohelp solve common valve problems. See cutawaysand get your hands on various types of air releasevalves, check valves, gate valves, plug valves, and surge relief valves.

12:00pm Lunch - (Provided)

1:00pm Understand the Revised Total Coliform Ruleand Groundwater Rule continued

*Water System Infrastructure: learn about proper filtration for water treatment plants and how totroubleshoot common problems.

*Water Treatment Facility Hazard Recognition:understand the rules, regulations, and require-ments of Minnesota OSHA. Don’t let slips, trips,and falls ‘trip’ you up.

*Security Intelligence Sharing: discover what tolook for in criminal acts and terrorism in thewater industry. Learn about the ‘If you SeeSomething, Say Something!’ campaign.

4:00pm End of Day

About the Class:Get valuable information you need from our

expert trainers to maintain compliance with

the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and

state regulations.

Technical assistance to address compliance

issues is available from Minnesota Rural

Water Association at no cost.

Support Minnesota Rural Water Association

Training | Technical Assistance

6 certification hours | FREE of charge!

To Register: call: 800-367-6792or online at: www.mrwa.com(use the training calendar fasttrack menu).

Instructors: AE2s; Hawkins WaterTreatment Group; Kodru-Mooney;Minnesota Fusion Center; MinnesotaOSHA; and Minnesota Rural WaterAssociation.

This training is brought to you through a grant bythe National Rural Water Association and US EPA.

Attend this session and learn how to keep your water system in

compliance with state and federaldrinking water regulations!

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MRWA Wastewater Operation & Maintenance Training Session

8:00am MRWA Review & What’s New in the Industry!Learn about changes in the wastewater industry and whatthe future holds for water and wastewater operations specialists.Discover what’s new with MRWA training opportunities, industry events, and new technology. Networking: how does this best benefit you in the wastewater industry. This sessionwill share ideas on how to make you more successful!

9:00am eDMR ReviewThe eDMR is active and now all permitted wastewater systemsare reporting using eDMR. Do you have questions or concernsif your reporting is accurate or if the form is being properlyused? Are you submitting your pond observation forms monthly? Bring your questions and comments and this session will provide the answers!

10:00am Utility Water or Wastewater Project in Your Future?Revisit the 2006 Utility Marking Rule that was put into law by the Office of Pipeline Safety at this session. Learn yourutility’s responsibility to locate utilities in the road’s right-of-way, both private or utility-owned if constructing after 2006. Learn how to implement and utilize locating techniques andunderstand underground utility locating.

11:00am Lift Station CalibrationsAre your monthly reporting flows correct? This session will gothrough a lift station calibration to refresh your math skillsto make sure that you are reporting your numbers accurately.Lift stations need to be calibrated 2 to 3 times per year. Learnmath shortcuts that will help make your calibrations correct.

12:00pm Lunch - (On Your Own)

1:00pm Understanding Wastewater Pumps and Wastewater PumpApplicationsLearn about pumps from centrifugal pumps to positive displacement, grinders, split case, dry well submersibles,motor and shaft pumps, piston, hydraulic pumps and many others. In different applications, discover what is the bestpump to use. Learn about these types of pumps and their best applications in the wastewater industry at this session.

2:00pm Wastewater Pond System Operations and MaintenanceConsiderationsIn this session, we will look closely at all aspects of wastewater pond systems including structures, transfers, algae,micro organisms, weekly observations, accurate pond heightmeasurements for reporting, sampling procedures, ponddischarge calculations, sampling during discharge, sludgejudging, weed control, and winter and summer operations.

4:00pm End of Day

September 21, 2016City of Roseau

City Center121 Center Street East

Roseau, MN

Course Instructors:Minnesota Pump Worksand Minnesota RuralWater Association.

Six Certification Hoursfor Full Day Attendance

There is NO charge for this session.

To Register For AnyTraining Session:

Call the MRWA Officeat 800-367-6792

or online atwww.mrwa.com. Use the training calendar link.

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MRWA SDWA Training Session

September 28, 2016

SDWA TrainingCity of Zumbrota

VFW Building

25 E. 1st Street

Zumbrota, MN

Safe Drinking Water Act Compliance Training8:00am Understand the Revised Total Coliform Rule

and Groundwater Rule*Distribution System: discover why you shouldutilize leak detection for water conservation andfinding those unexpected water main breaks.

*Water System Infrastructure: evolution of the Tracer Wire Specification. MRWA, with vendorassistance, developed a Trace Wire InstallationSpecification for all cities and firms to utilize. Seewhy proper installation is so important to havingthe ability to accurately locate your infrastructure.

*Water Distribution System: all meters are not created equal. Learn why one meter might be abetter option for your system over another meter.

*Water Treatment Facility Hazard Recognition: understand the rules, regulations, and require-ments of Minnesota OSHA. Don’t let slips, trips,and falls ‘trip’ you up.

12:00pm Lunch - (On Your Own)

1:00pm* Understand the Revised Total Coliform Ruleand Groundwater Rule continued*Water Quality: let’s play jeopardy! Join this group activity to learn about water quality sampling guidelines and general water quality rules, and some trivia just for fun!

*Water Storage: to Mix or Not to Mix! Learn about the benefits of water tower / tank mixing. Mixing can improve water quality and help prevent ice formation and procedures for towermaintenance.

*Security Intelligence Sharing: discover what tolook for in criminal acts and terrorism in thewater industry. Learn about the ‘If You SeeSomething, Say Something’ campaign.

4:00pm End of Day

About the Class:Get valuable information you need from our

expert trainers to maintain compliance with

the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and

state regulations.

Technical assistance to address compliance

issues is available from Minnesota Rural

Water Association at no cost.

Support Minnesota Rural Water Association

Training | Technical Assistance

6 certification hours | FREE of charge!

To Register: call: 800-367-6792or online at: www.mrwa.com(use the training calendar fasttrack menu).

Instructors: HD Supply Waterworks; KLMEngineering; Minnesota Fusion Center;Minnesota Pump Works; Minnesota OSHA; UC Laboratory; Water Conservation Services;and Minnesota Rural Water Association.

This training is brought to you through a grant bythe National Rural Water Association and US EPA.

Attend this session and learn how to keepyour water system in compliance with state

and federal drinking water regulations!

*Water Operator Certification Exam will be given at 1:00pm. You must pre-register with the MinnesotaDepartment of Health 15 days prior to the training session. For an application form and study guide,call MRWA: 800-367-6792 or Noel Hanson, MDH: 651-201-4690. You can also download an examapplication at: http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/water/wateroperator/infoexam/opexamapp.pdf.

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8th Annual MRWA Operator Equipment ExpoSeptember 8, 2016 - Tentative AgendaCarver County Fairgrounds - Waconia7:30am RegistrationAll-Day Event Demos Begin (8:00am - 4:00pm) NEW THIS YEAR *Payloader Simulator and Excavator SimulatorNEW THIS YEAR *Fastest time to unclog a pump contest*Skid Loader Rodeo Skills Contest *Backhoe Skills Contest *Line Tracing Demo

8:00amWater-OR-Wastewater Infra-Map Asset Management System DemoWastewater Televising Technology in Sanitary and Storm Lines Demo

8:30amWater Automatic Flushing Devices for Watermains DemoWater-OR-Wastewater Settleability Aids for Water & Wastewater Treatment Demo

9:00amWater-OR-Wastewater Proper Use of Trench Shields DemoWater-OR-Wastewater Understanding Hydraulic Applications in Water or Wastewater DemoWastewater Oblitiroot - Foaming Root Killer Demo

9:30amWater Hydrant and Valve Disassembly & Reassembly DemoWater-OR-Wastewater To Mix or Not to Mix - Tank Mixing Live DemoWastewater Odor Control Systems and Equipment Demo

10:00amWater-OR-Wastewater Valve & Vactor DemoWastewater Trenchless Pipe Solutions for Aging Infrastructure Demo

10:30am Exhibitor Demo Networking

11:00amWater-OR-Wastewater Commercial Vehicle Inspection DemoWater-OR-Wastewater Grundfos Water and Wastewater Equipment and Dosing for Chemical Feed Demo

11:30amWater-OR-Wastewater Aerial Drone Utility Usage Demo

12:00pm Barbecue Lunch (Provided) & Door Prizes

1:00pmWater-OR-Wastewater Distracted Driving & Securing HAZMAT Materials DemoWater-OR-Wastewater Pit Pumps, Hydraulic Packs, Hose & Hose Fittings Demo

1:30pmWater Gate Valve Kerf Cutter DemoWastewater Pumps, Controls, and Accessories Demo

2:00pmWater Hands-on Poly Butt Fusion Equipment for Various Size Pipe DemoWastewater Chemical Process of Root Foaming and SL-RAT Demo

2:30pmWater-OR-Wastewater Cues Camera Trailer and Confined Space Entry DemoWastewater Mainline Sanitary Sewer and Lateral Launch Camera Systems Demo

3:00pmWater Waterous Pacer Fire Hydrant DemoWater-OR-Wastewater Vactor 2100 Plus: Jetting Sanitary Sewer Versus Storm Sewer Pipe Demo

3:30pm Wrap Up & Door Prizes

Expo T-ShirtIncluded With

Each ExpoRegistration

Up to 6 certificationwater and/or wastewaterhours offered for full-day

attendance (or a combination of the two).

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MRWA OPERATOR EQUIPMENT EXPO2016 EXPO Registration Form

Pre-Registration

System or Organization:

First Name: Last Name:

Address:

City: State: Zip:

Phone: Fax:

You can also register online at: www.mrwa.com

Full Registration includes access to all sessions, demonstrations, expo t-shirt, contests,and luncheon on September 8.

Check one: Postmarked prior to On-Site RegistrationSeptember 2, 2016

______ MRWA Member: $125.00 (per person) $150.00 (per person)

______ Non-Member: $150.00 (per person) $175.00 (per person)

______ Grand Total Due

Cancellation policy: Fees will be refunded if written request is received prior to September 2, 2016.

Please send your registration form withpayment by September 2, 2016 to:

Minnesota Rural Water Association

217 12th Ave SE

Elbow Lake, MN  56531

E-mail: mrwa@mrwa.com

Web: www.mrwa.com

Questions? Please call (800) 367-6792

MRWA handles credit card payments online!

MRWA accepts VISA, MasterCard, American

Express, Discover, and eCheck.

To complete your payment online, go to

www.mrwa.com and click on the ‘pay now’ icon on

our home page.

Thank you!

E-mail address:

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Indoor Water Conservation ChecklistFree and Easy IdeasKitchens

S Don't leave the faucet running while you rinse or wash dishes. Limit the use of the garbage disposal.S Scrape food from dishes first, then rinse only as much as needed. Rinsing in a second sink or tub

uses less water than rinsing under a faucet. S Operate the dishwasher only when it is fully loaded. Each dishwater cycle uses 9-25 gallons of water, depending on

the model.S Keep a water bottle in the refrigerator for drinking instead of running tap water until cold.

BathroomsS Toilets use 27% of average indoor household water. Don't use toilets as waste baskets. Repair toilet leaks asap.S Showers use 17% of indoor water. Take shorter showers, five minutes or less. Turn shower water off except to wet

before soaping, then again for rinsing. Cut down on bathtub use or fill the bathtub to a lower level.S Capture the initial cold water in a bucket to water potted plants. Turn it all the way to hot until you get the

temperature you want to decrease the wait. S Faucets use 16% of indoor water. Only run water when actually using it. Use low-flow showerheads and aerators.S Turning off the tap while brushing your teeth or shaving can save more than 200 gallons of water each month.S Rinse your razor in a partially filled sink instead of running the water.

LaundryS Clothes washers consume 22% of indoor water. Wash only full loads of laundry. Each washing cycle uses 20-40

gallons of water, depending on the model of the machine.

Source: California Water Journal

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