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April 2020 Edition
Welcome, Scott Smith!
 VA AWWA Training Coordinator
Please join us in welcoming Scott Smith to the Virginia Section AWWA in the role of Training Coordinator. Scott has held a variety of roles in customer care, training, and education. He most recently worked as Faculty Coordinator for the Art Institute of Houston and as a Professor of English at Lone Star College and Houston Community College in Texas. Mr. Smith holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in English from Bennington College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in English from the University of Lynchburg.
Upcoming Events
COVID-19/WARN Informational Webinar
Zoom Meeting
Apr 08, 2020
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
 
ACE20
Orange County Convention Center
Jun 14, 2020 - Jun 17, 2020
 
Drinking Water Quality and Research Seminar--NEW DATE!
University of Richmond - Jepson Center
Jul 07, 2020
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
 
Good Lab Practices Conference
Omni Charlottesville
Jul 27, 2020 - Jul 28, 2020
 
WaterJAM 2020
Hampton Roads Convention Center
Sep 14, 2020 - Sep 17, 2020
 
VA AWWA/VWEA 2020 - 2021 Leadership Academy
Hampton Roads Convention Center
Sep 16, 2020 - Sep 13, 2021
 
31st Annual Water Distribution Seminar and Utility Rodeo - NEW DATE!
Fredericksburg Hospitality House and Conference Center
Oct 05, 2020 - Oct 07, 2020
 
2020 Plant Operations Conference - NEW DATE
Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront
Oct 26, 2020 - Oct 28, 2020
 
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News and Announcements
COVID-19/WARN Weekly Webinar

VA WARN will be holding weekly informational meetings via Zoom.  All water and wastewater systems are invited to attend.  (Membership in the WARN program is not required.)

 

Topic: Emergency Preparedness for all Water and Wastewater Systems in light of COVID-19 

When:  Every Wednesday afternoon through the duration of the pandemic

Time: 1:00 pm EST

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Earth Day is April 22nd!  How are you celebrating?
For the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, the Sustainable Utilities Committee wants to encourage all members to get involved!  Members and activities will be featured in an article published in the VWEA and VA AWWA magazines.  
 
Email nschneiter@aegisenv.com or acasolini@wrallp.com with event information, pictures, or questions.
 
Fred Angel Exceptional Service Scholarship
Happy New Year!  What New Year Resolutions Have You Made?  Is one of them to improve your Customer Service Skills?  Why not complete an application for the Fred Angel Exceptional Service Scholarship Award?
 
One person will be awarded free hotel accommodations and free registration to the 2020 Virginia AWWA Customer Service Workshop!  Our 2020 Workshop theme---People, Purpose, and Passion: Pathways to Customer Success promises to be a dynamic, fun-filled and transformative learning experience. 
 
The application deadline is May 15, 2020.  The winner will be notified via email by June 5thClick here to download the application.

Mark your calendar to attend the Customer Service Workshop on October 21-23, 2020 at the Holiday Inn North Beach Oceanfront, Virginia Beach.
 
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Stuck inside with little to do? Great time to apply for a VA AWWA Scholarship!
Get all the info and forms at https://vaawwa.org/page/scholarships.
 
There are 5 scholarships being offered this year.
 
One AWWA Operator’s Scholarship
Two awards of $1,000 being offered to Virginia operators for professional development.
 
Ray A. Jackson Undergraduate Scholarship
One award of $2,000 to help a student pursuing an undergraduate degree at a Virginia college.
 
VA AWWA Graduate Scholarship
Two awards of $2,500 will help graduate students pursuing a degree at a Virginia college.
 
Applications for the Operator’s Scholarships are due May 15, 2020 and Undergraduate and Graduate Scholarship Applications are due May 29, 2020.
 
 
Apply today for the Larry Gordon Safety Award

Gain recognition for your safety efforts...Nominate your water facility today for the 2019 VA AWWA Larry Gordon Safety Award! Virginia is proud of last year’s winner, Spotsylvania County Utilities.  Could your utility win this year?  The nominations deadline is Friday, May 29, 2020.

This award will be presented to a Virginia waterworks facility that promotes an active and effective safety program.

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New Year, New Leadership Academy
The VA AWWA/VWEA Leadership Academy is a year-long professional development class focusing on emotional intelligence, ethics, and interpersonal skills. The program kicks off with the first session at WaterJAM 2020 and then consists of four one hour phone meetings and four all-day in-person workshops. Program participants are required to join and become active members in a VA AWWA/VWEA committee of their choosing. Topics of discussion include self-awareness, stress management, decision making, communication, and motivation. More details on the 2020-2021 Leadership Academy are available here.
 
 
42nd Annual Customer Service Workshop
The VA AWWA Customer Service Committee is proud to announce the 42nd Annual Customer Service Workshop to be held on October 21st-23rd in Virginia Beach, VA at the Holiday Inn and Suites – North Beach. This year’s workshop focuses on People, Purpose, and Passion:  Pathways to Customer Success!
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Career Center
Are you looking for a new job opportunity? Are you an employer looking for great candidates?  Either way, check out our newly updated Career Center for opportunities in Virginia. 
 
The webpage contains a summary of current job postings... but check back periodically for new positions as they become available.