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Water

New This Week Newsletter Water 

A Major Reservoir Has Hit its Peak for the Year at Just Over Half Full

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Lake Oroville, the largest state reservoir in California provides water to 27 million Californians just hit its peak at half

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New This Week Newsletter Water 

EPA Announces New Drinking Water Health Advisories for PFAS Chemicals

Four drinking water health advisories for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were out in place by the Environmental Protection Agency

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New This Week Newsletter Water 

Water Security is Now a Key U.S. Foreign Policy Priority

By 2030, almost half of the nation will experience severe water stress. The government is now approaching water scarcity as

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New This Week Newsletter Water Water Solutions 

Biden Administration Positions U.S. as a Leader Against Water Scarcity

The federal government’s new Action Plan on Global Water Security aims to increase universal access to clean drinking water, as well

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In This Issue Water 

The Signing Of The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was Historic

Our work is just getting started By Radhika Fox The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law recognizes how essential water is to public

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water 

New Project Provides City with Contingency Plan

Water: an eternal vital resource, and an unavoidable necessity in times of emergency By Hanna Heiss On the verge of

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New This Week Newsletter Water Water Solutions 

Mayor Garcetti Announces New Water Restrictions For LADWP Customers

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power announced that it is moving into phase three of its emergency water

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Environment In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water 

The Signing Of The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law was Historic

Our work is just getting started By Radhika Fox The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law recognizes how essential water is to public

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In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water Water Solutions 

Preparing for Drought

Phoenix’s Drought Pipeline Project By Troy Hayes The current megadrought in the southwest has forced cities to take extraordinary steps

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New This Week Newsletter Water 

Risk Reduction Through Long-Term Water Supply Planning

Lubbock’s 100-year water supply plan. By Aubrey Spear The April 2022 release of the U.S. Drought Monitor map indicates that

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New This Week Newsletter Water 

Vergennes Water & Waste Disposal Project Funded by USDA

USDA invests $17.5 million in the Vergennes water and waste disposal project. According to Vermont Biz, improvements will include an

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter Water Infrastructure 

What’s Next for Defending Critical Infrastructure?

As tensions between the U.S. and Russian remain, so does the threat of potential cyber attacks targeting U.S. critical infrastructure.

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Infrastructure New This Week Newsletter Water Infrastructure 

Biden-⁠Harris Administration Announces Additional Infrastructure Funding for Ports and Waterways

The Biden-Harris Administration will be investing more than $2.7 billion in funding for Army Corps projects. Such projects will focus

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New This Week Newsletter Water 

EPA grants $52 million for drinking water, wastewater infrastructure improvements

SEATTLE — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced it will help fund Washington’s $22 million plan for key drinking water

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New This Week Newsletter Transportation Water 

U.S. Coast Guard Releases Spending Plan for Infrastructure Bill Funding

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) released a spending plan for funding received from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA).

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Environment In This Issue New This Week Newsletter Water 

The Water Environment Federation Stormwater Institute

Stormwater Infrastructure in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act By Steve Dye The Water Environment Federation (WEF) Stormwater Institute (SWI)

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Newsletter Water 

SBP Releases $450,000 In Grant Funding To Nonprofits Rebuilding In Hurricane Ida Impacted Communities

Nine nonprofits will work across Orleans, St. John, St. James, LaFourche, Tangipahoa, Jefferson, Plaquemines and Terrebonne Parishes. NEW ORLEANS, Jan. 14,

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Newsletter Water 

Infrastructure Bill to Aid US Tribes with Water, Plumbing

For decades, Native Americans have felt neglected by the government. Many tribes have inadequate plumbing and some even lack indoor

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New This Week Newsletter Water Infrastructure 

The Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Size Increases

Global Water and Wastewater Treatment Equipment Market Size is estimated is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% during

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Energy In This Issue Water 

Renewable Energy, Microgrids and Conservation

A step toward climate resilience in the water and energy sectors. By Ryan Waterman If you are in the business

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In This Issue New This Week Water Infrastructure 

Bipartisan Solutions for Water Infrastructure

Congress and the White House must find a bipartisan solution on water infrastructure legislation. By Evan Pratt As the debate

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In This Issue New This Week Water Infrastructure 

Cash Flow to Keep the Water Flowing

EPA invites communities to apply for innovative, flexible water infrastructure financing. By Andrew Sawyers In communities across the nation, drinking

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Pure Water Monterey Groundwater Replenishment Project
Feature In This Issue New This Week Water 

Solving Water Supply Woes

The Pure Water Monterey Groundwater Replenishment Project helps Monterey County combat limited, local water resources.  By Brian Alvarado Photos Courtesy

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In This Issue Water 

2021: Water Infrastructure’s Moment

The stars are aligning for 2021 to be a historic year for water infrastructure investment By Scott Berry Water is

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Water Water Infrastructure 

Water Infrastructure and Real-Time Monitoring

By Suad Cisic, P.E., National Practice Lead – Water at Michael Baker International and Garrett Yager, P.E., Department Manager –

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Water Water Infrastructure 

Water Infrastructure Funding Announced By EPA

WASHINGTON — Today, at an address to water associations, utilities, and their workers to mark Water Week, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

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In This Issue Water 

Solving the Stormwater Challenge

Stormwater sector survey highlights $8.5 billion annual funding gap By Rebecca Arvin-Colón Municipalities across the U.S. work to maintain stormwater

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Infrastructure New This Week Water Infrastructure 

Water Resources Bill To Be Pushed Forward By Schumer

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced his intent to push forward on a water resources bill next week.

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Water 

Increasing Snowmelt in Winter A Threat to Water Supply

More snow is melting during winter across the West, a concerning trend that could impact everything from ski conditions to

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New This Week Water 

EPA Announces $67M Funding For Stormwater Management

WASHINGTON (April 1, 2021) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of $67 million in grant funding through the

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In This Issue Water 

Congress Must Support Water Utilities and Customers

drinking water, HEROES Act, wastewater, water

Coronavirus relief legislation is needed to address significant revenue losses By Charles Stevens  The country’s approximately 50,000 drinking water and

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Feature Water 

New York City’s Largest Wastewater Plant

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The Newtown Creek Water Resource Recovery Facility provides clean water to upwards of 1 million people By Brian Alvarado Built

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Feature Water 

Solutions For A 100-Year Problem

Able Pump Station, Dallas, stormwater project, water infrastructure, water project

The City of Dallas created the Able Pump Station to remedy this issue of its past By Sophia Acevedo Aging

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In This Issue Water 

California’s Critical Role in Promoting Clean Water Infrastructure

clean water, wastewater, wastewater treatment, water infrastructure

Funding is needed in order to maintain clean water projects By Adam Link Clean water infrastructure in California is big.

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In This Issue Water 

Low Risk of Coronavirus for Wastewater Workers

coronavirus, wastewater, wastewater industry, water infrastructure, water workers

WEF discusses the results of their study on the risks of coronavirus in the wastewaster industry By Andrew Sanderson The

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Water 

Six Steps to Better Stormwater Management

covid-19, infrastructure, stormwater, stormwater management, water

Learn tips from a stormwater management expert to improve your process and lessen environmental impact. By Tim Ham While COVID-19

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In This Issue Water 

A Pipeline to Economic Recovery

economic recovery, infrastructure, us water alliance, water, water infrastructure

Investments in water infrastructure would create jobs, raise wages and protect health By Katie Henderson Many Americans are paying closer

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In This Issue Water 

The AI Interview: Diane VanDe Hei, CEO of the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies

amwa, covid-19, water infrastructure, water investments

Executive shares how water investments will assure health and safety of our nation’s communities American Infrastructure: The COVID-19 outbreak has

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Feature In This Issue Water 

Stormwater Solutions in Seattle

infrastructure, stormwater, water infrastructure, wet weather facility

The Murray Wet Weather Facility reduces untreated CSOs into Puget Sound By Brian Alvarado For 60 years during heavy rain,

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Feature In This Issue Water 

Minimizing Risk of The Most Important Resource

The Lakes & Stormwater Division of Lakeland ensures safety of its water By Brian Alvarado Water is one of the

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In This Issue Water 

Protecting America’s Water

Remote monitoring helps keep employees safe while mitigating emergencies By Greg Jackson According to the American Water Works Association, with

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Feature In This Issue Water 

Keeping Water Crystal Clear

Oak Harbor Clean Water Facility provides clean water for a better ecosystem The Oak Harbor Clean Water Facility (OHCWF) located

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In This Issue Stormwater Quality Water 

Planning Your Development’s Stormwater

Requirements for post-construction stormwater management during new and re-development By Richard Haimann Most cities, towns, municipalities, incorporated areas, and some

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In This Issue Water 

U.S. Needs Funding Now to Improve Water Infrastructure

Will Congress be willing to fund billions more for water infrastructure? By Mary Scott Nabers There are thousands of critical

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Featured Interview In This Issue Water 

The AI Interview: Radhika Fox, CEO of the U.S. Water Alliance

Executive shares her insight on the impact of our water infrastructure in today’s society American Infrastructure: Could you tell the

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Featured Interview In This Issue New This Week Water 

The AI Interview: Walt Marlowe, Executive Director of the Water Environment Federation

WEF executive director explains why protected clean water is more important now than ever American Infrastructure: The Coronavirus has highlighted

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water Water Infrastructure Water Solutions 

Protecting Precious Resources in Record Time

New SCV Water treatment facility will help provide clean drinking water to thousands of families a year By Zack Johnston

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Feature Infrastructure New This Week Water Water Infrastructure 

Cleaner Water for Texas Citizens

infrastructure, wastewater

Facility improvements result in bettering citizens’ lives and a smaller environmental impact. Water equals life, and now with droughts and

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Infrastructure New This Week NEWS Water Water Infrastructure 

Freese and Nichols Expands in Florida with Water Utilities Specialist Tom Cross

TAMPA, Florida – May 7, 2020 – Freese and Nichols, Inc., continues building their Florida team with the addition of

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Feature In This Issue Transportation Water 

Iconic Infrastructure: Port of Seattle

For over one hundred years, the Port of Seattle has been the engine driving much of the economic growth of

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Featured Interview In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Transportation Water 

The AI Interview: APWA President Bill Spearman, and President-elect Mary Joyce Ivers

The leaders of the American Public Works Association understand the challenges of our time, and see public works as part

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New This Week NEWS Technology Water Water Infrastructure Water Solutions 

Badger Meter Receives Smart 50 Award for Smart Water Meter Technology Deployment in Columbia, S.C.

MILWAUKEE – Feb. 18, 2020 — Badger Meter, a leading global innovator and manufacturer of flow measurement, control and communications

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Port
Infrastructure New This Week NEWS Water Water Infrastructure 

Freese and Nichols adds Carl Sepulveda to lead coastal and port projects

HOUSTON – Feb. 18, 2020 – Freese and Nichols, Inc., has expanded its coastal and marine expertise with the addition

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Tampa City Profile
In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Sustainable Solutions Water 

Transforming Tampa’s Tomorrow

Tampa is gearing up for increasing environmental challenges with a $2.9 billion, 20-year investment into revitalizing the city’s infrastructure By

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Environment Feature In This Issue New This Week Risk Management Transportation Water 

Two Birds, One Road

Not only does the SouthEast Connector save drivers travel time, it will help mitigate flood conditions within the Truckee Meadows

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In This Issue New This Week Stormwater Quality Water 

Opportunity Through Partnerships

Community-based partnership offers infrastructure solutions through stormwater management  By Keisha Brown Green infrastructure practices continue to be leveraged across the

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Environment In This Issue New This Week Water 

Nature 2.0: Green Infrastructure in 2020

Green infrastructure for healthier and more resilient cities By Erik J. Meyers Approaching the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, cities

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Cover photo for outfall project feature
Feature Infrastructure New This Week Water Water Infrastructure Water Solutions 

One Piece to the Mooresville Infrastructure Puzzle

An outfall improvement is another step toward solving the sanitary sewer issues of Mooresville, North Carolina. Photos Courtesy of Willis

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Risk Management Water Water Infrastructure 

Washing Away Fears of a Flood

Improvements to the Las Vegas Wash give residents peace of mind, and one less bill to pay By Zack Johnston

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Environment New This Week Sustainable Solutions Water 

Jones|Carter Wins APWA Environmental Project of the Year for the Dallas Salmon Wastewater Treatment Plant in League City

LEAGUE CITY, Texas – Earlier this year, the Water Team at Jones|Carter accepted the 2019 Environmental Project of the Year

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New This Week NEWS Water 

Freese and Nichols Adds Chris Belk in Raleigh to Deepen Water/Wastewater Services

RALEIGH, North Carolina – Freese and Nichols, Inc., continues expanding its water/wastewater utilities capabilities, welcoming Chris Belk, PE, as a senior project

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water Water Infrastructure 

Clay County Reclaims its Resources

Facility improvements increase water capacity and quality of life for this Florida community By Zack Johnston As a community grows,

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Feature In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Water 

L.A. Water Storage Underground

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power brings water storage systems underground By Julia Edinger In 2008, the Los

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Stormwater Quality Water Infrastructure 

Servicing From the Source

Once completed, this sedimentation and recharge facility will help keep the Santa Ana River clean and help California avoid future

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In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Water 

Infill Redevelopment Can Yield Big Infrastructure Wins

Increased urban development calls for more creativity and strategy – resulting in wins By Carolyn Howard Any development that requires

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Featured Interview In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Water 

The AI Interview: Tom Kunetz, President, Water Environment Federation

W.E.F. President Tom Kunetz addresses the water workforce, technology, and the annual WEFTEC conference American Infrastructure Magazine: What has the

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water 

Stormwater Solutions Under the Surface

The Metropolitan Sewer District’s efforts will prevent harmful overflow and protect the Ohio River By Julia Edinger In a climate

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In This Issue New This Week Water Water Infrastructure 

Avoiding SWPPP Violations

Through proactive stormwater pollution prevention, builders can have more success in their projects and avoid hefty non-compliance fines By Don

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water 

Addressing Infrastructure Needs Before the Storm

This cape town implemented best management practices to ensure a greener stormwater solution By Julia Edinger Most people are familiar

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water 

Sarasota Takes On Stormwater Run-Off

Sarasota County’s 10th Street Bafflebox works to prevent stormwater and sediment pollution from reaching the Sarasota Bay By Brianna Fries

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water 

A Right to Potable Water in Poncha Springs

Poncha Springs, a sleepy town in Colorado gets a wake-up call and the community comes together to improve their water

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Featured Interview In This Issue New This Week Water 

The AI Interview: Lisa Beutler, President of the American Water Resources Association

Lisa Beutler, AWRA President and Executive Facilitator of Stantec, looks at developments in a changing world of water American Infrastructure:

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In This Issue New This Week Water 

The AWWA Protects Our Most Precious Resource

Founded in 1881, the American Water Works responsible for effective water Association (AWWA) is an international, nonprofit, scientific, and educational

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New This Week Water Solutions 

Colorado River Plan still isn’t done. Now what?

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Another federal deadline passed Monday for seven states in the U.S. West to wrap up work

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Environment New This Week Water 

Kaptur Secures $29,400,000 in Federal Funding for Great Lakes Conservation in Bipartisan Budget Deal

Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), the longest serving woman in the United States Congress and Chairwoman of the House

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Energy New This Week Water 

Kaptur Elected as the First Woman to Chair the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development

Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), the longest-serving woman in the 116th Congress and Dean of the Ohio Delegation,

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Feature In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Water Water Solutions 

Davenport Preserves Potable Water by Recycling the Waste

The Davenport Recycled Water Project, a 3-million-gallon recycled water retention pond, offers an alternative water source to residents By Julia

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Feature In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Stormwater Quality Water 

The Huntington Levee is Fairfax County’s Way to Weather the Storm

Fairfax County has repeatedly been subjected to negative effects of stormwater; now, they have established a solution to protect the

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Feature In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Water Water Infrastructure 

The Unique Kaneohe-Kailua Gravity Sewer Tunnel and Treatment Facilities Project

The KK Tunnel System has transformed the wastewater system and enhanced the state’s utility infrastructure, making it an easy choice

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Environment New This Week Water 

EPA Invites Projects To Apply for $10 Billion in Water Upgrades

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is inviting 39 projects in 16 states and D.C. to apply for Water Infrastructure

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New This Week NEWS Water 

HUNDREDS OF SUPPORTERS CELEBRATE STERLING NATURAL RESOURCE CENTER GROUNDBREAKING

East Valley Water District marks start of construction on state-of-the-art recycled water treatment facility, community center HIGHLAND, Calif.  – On

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In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Risk Management Water 

Four Ways to Protect Infrastructure Sites From Storm Water

With proper planning and understanding of the jobsite, catastrophes can easily be avoided By Tim Ham Heading into hurricane season,

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Environment Featured Interview In This Issue New This Week Water 

The AI Interview: Clark Morrison, Partner at Cox, Castle & Nicholson LLP

Morrison focuses his practice on permitting and development of large and complex development projects. He is recognized nationally for his

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City Official's Message In This Issue New This Week Water 

New Stormwater Program for Fayetteville

Watershed studies reveal costly repairs, but the City is developing a holistic plan By John H. Larch III The City

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City Official's Message Environment In This Issue New This Week Sustainable Solutions Water Solutions 

The City of Santa Monica Advances the One Water Concept

Santa Monica is taking a new approach to water conservation and reuse By Dean Kubani The City of Santa Monica

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New This Week Water 

New Mobile Water Service Center Opens in Atlanta

SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions, a water a waste recycling service company, recently announced the opening of a new mobile

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New This Week Resources Risk Management Water 

Infographic: Levees In The U.S. | New Jersey Institute of Technology

The New Jersey Institute of Technology released an infographic highlighting the condition of infrastructure and levees within the United States.

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water Infrastructure 

Recognizing the Award Winning Las Vegas Wash Project

How Clark County Public Works improved an overloaded Wash Channel By Brianna Fries   When one thinks of areas that

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In This Issue Infrastructure New This Week Water Water Infrastructure 

Public-Private Partnerships for Water Infrastructure and Stormwater

Helping the urban landscape become more receptive to water inflow By Kimberly E. Diamond and Paul M. Gelb   Water

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In This Issue New This Week Water 

Pierre is Ready for Better Water

Voters overwhelmingly approve a new water treatment plant, thanks to the City’s educational and personal efforts By Mayor Steve Harding

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Feature In This Issue New This Week Water Infrastructure 

Preventing Floods and Protecting Homeowners

Elmwood Park undertook its biggest infrastructure project yet to reduce the risk of future floods By Shea Costales   After

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In This Issue New This Week Stormwater Quality Water 

Are You SWPPP Compliant?

Run-off management, soil stabilization, and sediment control are important facets of storm water pollution prevention By Don Neff   Storm

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In This Issue New This Week Stormwater Quality Water 

Integrated and Multi-faceted Stormwater Controls Deliver Superior Results

A variety of best management practices can ensure a project’s long-term success By Carolyn Howard   Although often unseen by

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Feature In This Issue Water Infrastructure 

Salem’s Pipeline Goes Deep

Replacing compromised underwater pipes in Salem, Mass. required an innovative approach By Shea Costales Since the 1970s, the Marblehead pipelines

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Feature In This Issue Water 

Pumping New Life Into Chicago

The Springfield Avenue Pumping Station’s conversion from steam to electricity cuts emissions and costs By Abby Pittman Built in 1901

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In This Issue Water Water Infrastructure 

The Distribution System Improvement Charge, 20+ Years Later

How groundbreaking legislation advanced the fight against aging infrastructure Pipes, pumps, and treatment plants are in the spotlight, as cities

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Feature In This Issue Water Solutions 

Dixie Drain: Improving The Boise River

A groundbreaking approach to water treatment technologies A critical component of river health in Boise, Idaho is its nutrient makeup.

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In This Issue Water 

Water Infrastructure Investment Has Momentum

Renewing American water infrastructure will take time, but we are on the right track So far, 2018 has brought encouraging

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In This Issue Water 

Investing in America’s Water Infrastructure

Significant investment can make a real dent in meeting the environmental and structural challenges facing our drinking water and wastewater

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