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Texas Water Utilities Association Regional Training – 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR 2024

DATES

Longview – August 27th – 29th , 2024

Annual School – September 23rd – 26th , 2024

Lubbock – November 4th – 7th , 2024 (To Be Confirmed)

(Not all regions offer Surface 1 which is a 24 hour class these above dates reflect all regions starting on Monday and offering 24 hour classes. Once we receive all the schools fliers we will post if in fact the school begins on Monday at 1:00 or Tuesday at 8:00 )

Check the TWUA Website for the most up-to-date information related to TWUA Regional opportunities. If travel and being in crowds cause you concern or your employer has not approved travel, please look at the TWUA Computer Based Training options. (https://twua.org/online-class-dates)

Annual School – The dates for the 106th Annual School are September 23rd –26th, 2024. Tuesday, September 24th, at 8:00 a.m., all training classes begin. The ability to pre-register for the 106th A.S. will be made available as soon as possible.

TEXAS WATER UTILITIES JOURNAL

( ISSN – 1051709X) is published monthly by the Texas Water Utilities Association, located at 210 E. Hwy 79, Hutto, Texas 78634 for Operators, Engineers, Managers, Laboratory technicians, Customer service personnel, Vendors, and other Professionals employed in, or interested in, the water and or wastewater industry.

Ten dollars of each annual membership dues payment to the Texas Water Utilities Association pays for a subscription. Nonmember subscriptions price: the USA $100.00 per year; $10.00 per single copy

$125.00 per year outside the USA. Periodicals Postage Paid In Hutto, Tx. And Additional Mailing Offices.

The Texas Water Utilities Association is wholly independent, and is not affiliated with the American Water Works Association, the Water Environment Federation, or any other National Organization.

Postmaster: Send address changes to: Texas Water Utilities Association – Journal 210 E. Hwy. 79, Suite 101, Hutto, Texas 78634.

The Texas Water Utilities Association Journal is not responsible for facts and or opinions expressed by contributors or in advertisements herein. Editorials and comments do not necessarily represent the official policy of the Texas Water Utilities Association.

All inquiries should be directed to: Texas Water Utilities Association, 210 E. Hwy. 79, Suite 101, Hutto, Texas 78634. Phone 512-459-3124. Any materials accepted for publication is subject to revision and editing At the discretion of the publisher.

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE:

Jim

Clarence

David

Mike

Bill

Ric

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

Here we are in June already! I just attended the Central Texas Regional School in Killeen and as always, I was so proud of the men and women in our organization that make these schools happen and thankful for those that could attend and even more so for those employers that understand the benefit of continuing in-person training events. There is no longer a point in arguing about on-line training, it is here to stay. That said, the most crucial and valuable part of in-person training for our industry is the networking that happens at a live event. It’s here that you make life-long connections, those folks that as you advance in your careers, you can call and see how THEY are doing something or how THEY are handling an issue. Read on and I will give you a great example of how these connections can play a part in your career.

So, as mentioned above June is here and that means that those of us on the Gulf Coast are already a few weeks into the hurricane season, nervously watching the Texas coast. I hope that everyone has made their preparations because we are getting less and less notices on some of these storms. (Speaking of preparations, have you completed your resiliency training?)

I honestly hope that everyone is ready! Many of you have experienced the increase in volatile, out of nowhere storms across Texas recently, not just our colleagues along the coast. Drastic weather changes are becoming more frequent and doing so much damage. I have personally seen storms come out of nowhere, destroy my sheds and then disappear to a sunny day like nothing happened. These micro-bursts are DEVASTATING, and they are happening across the state. This is not a global warming, climate change or any other kind of political point, only a personally witnessed series of events so don’t @ me!

I know I promised some more about recruitment this month, but I think it appropriate to talk here about the importance of preparedness. Being ready for the worst in your community goes beyond having an Emergency

Response Plan, a TIER program or an entire Emergency Management program based on the NIMS system. At the heart of a good emergency response program is YOU and even more so, the connections that you have made in this industry as you have grown.

Having worked the bulk of my three plus decades along the Texas coast, I have found that the number one, most valuable weapon in my arsenal during a Tropical Storm, Hurricane or even Winter Storm has been the connections that I have made over the years. Often, the most crucial assistance, equipment and supplies I have ever gotten when needed the most was from one of my neighboring directors, supervisors or chief operators.

This was not done through a WebEOC program, through the governor’s office or even FEMA. This happened from simple group texts among local utility professionals set up at the start of a major event. Now, don’t start screaming at me again, I am not downplaying the importance of any of the resources mentioned above. I am just here to tell you that a simple group text shared amongst your colleagues saying, “I really need a bucket truck right now” is a powerful tool. What makes that tool so powerful are the connections that you can make while networking at one of our monthly meetings or other live events. You can get training credits from an online course. You can use those to renew your license or hopefully, obtain a new or higher license. However, at an in-person event, you can get training hours to re-new your license, obtain a new license AND make valuable connections while networking. You just are not going to make these connections in the “chat” box of that online course. For those that have leadership that just does not seem to support sending you or your team to an in-person event, share this with them.

So, in closing (I hear those of you cheering right now) attend a monthly District meeting. Attend a Regional School. Attend Annual School. Meet people and make connections. These connections can make a difference in your life and career for YEARS to come!

Father, we bow our heads in respect and humbly say thank you, as we acknowledge that you are the creator. We take comfort in knowing that You remain in charge and control of life as we understand it. We need You, and we welcome You in all we do. We come into Your presence seeking Your grace, calm, guidance, and forgiveness. Father, we pray for Your mercy, and we ask that You guide, direct, protect, and bless TWUA and its members. Father, we thank you as we offer praise in the name of Jesus. Amen

The drought is still concerning in parts of Texas. Parts of Texas are getting rain, but watersheds remain dry. In West Texas, Lake Spence sits at 14.3 % (- 1.0 %). White River is sitting at 21.8 % (- 2.0 %). Panhandle - Lake Meredith is sitting at 42.1 % (-1.3 %), and Greenbelt is at 10.3 % (- 1.0 %). If you want a complete look at current lake levels, go to waterdatafortexas.org. The drought has never left for some.

Resiliency Training – (Resilience is  the process and outcome of successfully adapting to difficult or challenging life experiences). https://www.tceq.texas. gov/downloads/licensing/occupational/publications/rg637-resiliency-requirements-for-water-operators-andtraining-providers.pdf

The state has added required training to the water operator licensing program beginning April 2024. TWUA is now providing an approved computer-based online version of this required training. An operator can only receive credit for attending this core training ONE TIME! The resiliency training will continue on Thursday from 1:30 –3:30 p.m. (offered electronically most weeks). Check the training tab on the TWUA website for more information. All efforts will be made to provide this online 2-hour training weekly. Demand will drive the offerings.

(Please make your voice print when you register and verify computer compatibility) For clarification – if you are planning on Renewing, Advancing, or Obtaining a WATER license – you will need to successfully complete an approved 2-hour resiliency training course.

Annual School—The 106th Annual School will be held from September 23rd to 26th, 2024. All training classes (for annual school) will begin on Tuesday, September 24th, at 8:00 a.m. The last board meeting, awards, and reception will be held Monday beginning at 5:30 p.m. TWUA will make the ability to pre-register for the 106th A.S. available as soon as possible. We recognize that you have a choice when it comes to operator training, and we thank you for your support and patronage.

For those seeking Live In-Person Operator Training – Please look at the TWUA Training Calendar (twua. org/training) and take a look at the East Texas Region (Longview) August 27th – 29th, 2024, Annual School (Corpus Christi) – September 23rd – 26th, 2024. West Texas Region (Lubbock) November 4th – 7th 2024.

Lead Inventory – The deadline for your Lead Line Inventory Survey is approaching quickly. You need to be able to document every service line in your distribution system. The date for compliance is October 16, 2024.

Fingerprint - The fingerprinting subscription is TCEQ’s preferred method of receiving criminal history information and will result in a more expeditious review of your application. There is a one-time fee for fingerprinting, but once subscribed you will not need to repay the fee or get fingerprinted again, if you have a current, valid occupational license with TCEQ.

Please note that the fingerprinting subscription is agencyspecific; background checks conducted for any other agency or purpose are not accepted, as fingerprint data cannot be shared between State Agencies.

My understanding is that fingerprinting is NOT Mandatory at this time; however, the one-time fingerprinting process will expedite the application/renewal process.

For more information, follow the link https://www.tceq. texas.gov/licensing/criminal-conviction-notification

TWUA will be migrating to a different membership/ online training platform the end of July. Users will not be able to log in and take care of membership or training needs online, but staff will be happy to assist if you call 888-367-8982 or 512-459-3124. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

The Story Goes Something Like This –

Not long ago, I had a friend who was a patrol officer for a city department. The area of town he normally patrolled had the only Krispy Kreme doughnut shop in town. They were also known for having great coffee. As a show of gratitude and appreciation the shop would serve free coffee to police and firemen. Needless to say, my friend would swing by there during the shift to check on them, and get his daily dose of caffeine goodness.

So, one morning my friend was in there drinking a cup of dark roast Colombian Supreme and chatting with the manager. Several people came in, and one of them was a lady with a young boy who looked like Dennis the Menace, and this young man kept looking at the officer. The officer politely nodded to the mother and son while raising his cup as if to say “hello,” and that is when the little boy said, “Mom, look, just like you and dad said, if you ever need a Cop, just find a doughnut shop! That is so funny!”

Without missing a beat, the officer said, “Yep! They have great coffee!”

Suddenly, the mom's face showed a concerned or panicked look as the little boy was thinking, and she feared the boy

was about to talk again.

Well, sir, judging by the way the buttons on your shirt are stretched and the size of your butt, they must have great doughnuts too!”

You could have heard a pin drop. The policeman had just taken a large swig of coffee and couldn’t help but spew it all over the table.

The mother looked as though she was ready to just grab the boy and run out.

The officer, smiling a big smile, finally recovered and said, Now that’s funny, young man, I don’t care who you are.

Stay Safe, and Remember – we do not need all the operators in Texas to be a member of TWUA – JUST YOU ! ! ! !

NEVER ENTER A TRENCH UNLESS IT HAS BEEN PROPERLY INSPECTED

What are the hazards?

The conditions of an excavation can change during the course of work. Even a properly protected excavation or trench can become compromised.

To manage the hazards:

Employers can help ensure that excavations are safe to work in by directing a competent person to inspect excavations:

1. Before construction begins.

2. Daily before each shift.

3. As needed throughout the shift.

4. Following rainstorms or other hazard-increasing events (such as a vehicle or other equipment approaching the edge of an excavation).

Inspections must be conducted by a competent person. OSHA defines a “competent person” as “one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.”

A "competent person" –

1. Has training in the use of protective systems.

2. Is knowledgeable about OSHA requirements.

3. Has authority to immediately evacuate workers from the excavation and ensure that hazardous conditions are addressed.

Note: Even if all the inspections are conducted, workers

may still be in danger due to changing conditions. Workers must be trained to report changes to the competent person/supervisor. 29 CFR 1926.21(b)(2) states: “The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury.” Training for excavation/trench work must follow the provisions in 1926 Subpart P and its appendices.

What are the hazards?

To prevent injuries during normal entry and exit of a trench or excavation at a job site, employers must provide  ladders, stairways, ramps, or other safe means of egress. In some circumstances, when conditions in a trench or excavation become hazardous, survival may depend on how quickly workers can climb out.

To manage the hazards:

• Provide stairways, ladders, ramps, or other safe means of egress in all trenches that are 4 feet deep or more.

• Position the means of egress within 25 lateral feet of workers.

• Ensure means of entering and exiting the trench is within the protective system.

• Structural ramps that are used for access or egress from excavations must be designed by a competent person.

• When two or more components form a ramp or runway, they must be connected to prevent displacement, and be of uniform thickness.

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• Cleats or other means of connecting runway components must be attached in a way that would not cause tripping (e.g., attached to the bottom of the structure).

• Structural ramps used in place of steps must have a non-slip surface.

• Use earthen ramps as a means of egress only if a worker can walk them in an upright position, and only if they have been evaluated by a competent person.

What are the hazards?

Excavated material (spoils) at your site are hazardous if they are set too close to the edge of a trench/excavation. The weight of the spoils can cause a cave-in, or spoils and equipment can roll back on top of workers, causing serious injuries or death.

To manage the hazards:

engage. educate.

connect. engage. educate.

Provide protection by one or more of the following:

• Set spoils and equipment at least  two feet back from an adequately protected excavation.

• Use retaining devices, such as a trench box that will extend  above the top of the trench to prevent equipment and spoils from falling back into the excavation.

• Where the site does not permit a two-foot setback, spoils may need to be temporarily hauled to another location

5 MANAGEMENT MISTAKES TO AVOID

Megan Pleasant, Govloop

It can be stressful to figure out the do’s and don’ts of a supervisory role in your agency – how do you know if you’re on the right track as you lead your team?

During the latest New Supervisors in Government Community of Practice session, we invited Erin Muru, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Director of Human Resources FDIC, Office of Inspector General, to talk about the top five things you should avoid doing as a government supervisor:

1. Don’t Fail to Define Goals for Your Team

o Muru pointed out that all employees show up each day to fulfill a purpose and help meet your agency’s mission, but that’s difficult to do if there are no benchmarks. “When you can contribute to your boss meeting their goals, that’s usually a good day,” she said. Muru also noted that having goals can help when it comes to giving performance appraisals and feedback.

2. Don’t Avoid Giving Feedback

o Muru first acknowledged that you won’t always get it right when it comes to feedback, and it’s definitely a skill you must practice. “Give yourself grace and time to figure out what works best for your team,” she said. One of the important things to remember is that feedback doesn’t always have to be negative. “Feedback can let people know that the work they’re doing matters.”

3. Don’t Avoid Constructive Conversations/Conflict

o Letting things fester can kill team morale. When it comes to getting constructive conversations right, Muru suggested practicing what you need to say with a colleague to get perspective on the effectiveness of your message. A bullet point list has also helped Muru when she has to address conflict to ensure she’s covering what needs to be said.

4. Don’t Avoid Delegating

o If you’re taking on all the tasks, you’re telling your organization that there only needs to be one person doing the job, and that’s not the message you want to send, Muru explained. “You need to delegate to not only develop your employees and help them learn, but also let them know what to do if you’re out of the office. Taking on everything yourself is not sustainable.”

5. Don’t Forget to Be an Active Listener

o Muru recommended getting in the trenches with your team to show your support. “It’s important to be online and right there when they need you,” she said. “Showing that support and cheering them on has paid me big dividends over the years.”

With the onset of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the Governor’s Proclamation of a state of disaster in Texas, TCEQ intends to offer flexibility to licensees and applicants who were in the process of renewing or receiving an occupational license and were impacted by this outbreak

In the interest of safety, paper exams have been cancelled through 2020 However, there are some computer-based testing centers that remain open. To schedule a computer-based exam, please contact the CBT centers near you to verify if they are still operating. For other questions or concerns, please email licenses@tceq.texas.gov

With the onset of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the Governor’s Proclamation of a state of disaster in Texas, TCEQ intends to offer flexibility to licensees and applicants who were in the process of renewing or receiving an occupational license and were impacted by this outbreak. Operators desiring to TEST, should contact TCEQ in regards to testing. There are some computer-based testing centers that remain open. To schedule a computer-based exam, please contact the CBT centers near you to verify if they are still operating. For other questions or concerns, please email licenses@tceq.texas.gov.

TCEQ Occupational Licensing Exams are Going Paperless!

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s Occupational Licensing section has been diligently working on revising and converting all licensing exams from paper to computer-based testing (CBT).

We are pleased to announce that beginning September 1, 2022, all TCEQ administered exams will be available at approved CBT centers. TCEQ will no longer conduct paper exam sessions, with exceptions for Americans with Disabilities Act requests.

The only two exams not offered via CBT are the OSSF Site Evaluator and the Landscape Irrigator exams, which are currently being administered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX).

TEXAS WATER UTILITIES TRAINING SCHEDULE

To register for any TWUA Training Classes – the preferred method of registration is using the online computer based electronic process, activated by clicking on specific event(s). For those who do not have internet as an option you may complete the registration form and fax to (512) 459-7124 and additionally you may contact TWUA Central Office @ 888-367-8982. Please Note – Due to recent increases for training materials, class costs have changed. Early Bird preregistration is defined to mean 30-days prior to any training event. All registrations received after the Early Bird period must pay additional registration fee. Central Office strongly encourages everyone to take advantage of the Early Bird pricing and utilize the computer based (electronic) registration.

20-Hour Classes: (Early Bird Pre-registration) $325 member $425 Non-member Onsite $375 member $475 Non-member

24-Hour Classes: (Early Bird Pre-registration) $385 member $485 Non-member Onsite $435 member $535 Non-member

https://twua.org/online-class-date

https://twua.org/regional-school-date

https://tmts.twua.org/calendar

Important Information for 2024 Scholarship Seekers

Good day, the VM Ehlers representatives want to remind you of the deadline for scholarship applications for the 2024/2025 academic year. Also, I have attached a copy of the latest (2024) application. Please use the revised application if you intend to apply for 2024/2025 funding.

If you are a current scholarship (2023/2024) recipient and you wish to apply for scholarship funding for the 2024/2025 academic year. You can send your 2023 transcript along with your 2024/2025 application, this will provide the information needed for your Spring 2024 funding and for your new application. The second half of your scholarship award will then be sent to you.

If you are a current scholarship (2023/2024) recipient and you do not intend to apply for the 2024/2025 academic year you must send your Fall 2023 transcript to receive the second half of your scholarship. We must receive the transcript before May 15, 2024.

The deadline for submitting applications for the 2024/2025 academic year is January 15, 2024. It is important for the applicants to get their information submitted on time. This will be even more important to those who are in high school. Best advice: don’t wait until after the Christmas/New Year’s holidays to apply for a “State of Texas Academic Achievement Record.” Instead, it is recommended you request your records before December as early in the fall as possible. We have spoken with counselors and administrators at several school districts, and they indicate it is possible to get your records before the January 15 deadline, but they stressed that requests must be made early. Check with your high school counselor for advice on your specific situation.

Please don’t forget the foundation’s revised method of evaluating the applications. Applications were previously assessed and awarded points for the number of years the applicant or sponsor of the applicant has been a member of TWUA, their major course of study, the applicant’s plans after completing their degree, household income, academic record, and extracurricular activities. After January 2023, extra (bonus) points

were awarded to member applicants and applicants sponsored by members who are actively participating in TWUA events. Applicants will be awarded one point for each district meeting the member attended during the previous five years, and 15 points will be added for each year a member has served as an officer in a district, regional, or state organization. Previously, the average score on an application was 35 points, the 2023/2024 average score increased to 55 points. Nine applicants received an additional $1,000 with their scholarship award. To receive these bonus points, applicants must attach a copy of their member’s TCEQ training record of meetings or have their district, regional, or state secretary provide a letter attesting attendance or verifying service as an officer during the last five years.

2023/2024 was the Foundations most successful year ever. The Endowment Representatives and Board are confident that the changes made improved the scholarship application process and the applicants’ experience.

If you need additional information, feel free to contact any board members for assistance. They can be reached at:

Jim Siddall 1jsiddall1@att.net (469)371-8487

Norma Clark n.clark@twua.org

Russell Hamilton r.hamilton@twua.org

George Glispin gglispin@fordmeterbox.com

Lynn Short lshort@lspssolutions.com

Good Luck in your future endeavors and have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Texas Water Utilities Association

68THAnnual East Texas Regional School

Classes Start August 27th thru 29th, 2024

Maude Cobb Convention Center, 100 Grand Blvd., Longview, Texas 75604

COURSE OFFERINGS WATER WASTEWATER Water and Wastewater

Basic Water Basic Wastewater Water Utilities Safety

Ground Water Production

Water Distribution

Wastewater Treatment Water Utilities Management

Wastewater Collection Water Utilities Calculations

Instructional Design & Evaluation-Instructor Part 2

40 Hour course that starts at 8:30 AM on August 26th to 30th 5:00 PM

Requires Pre-Registration Member $775 Non-Member $875

Pre-registration check-in and On-Site Registration will be from 7:30 – 9:00 AM, August 27th

Classes start at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 27th.

Final classroom locations will be available at the registration table

THERE WILL BE NO TESTING AT THE REGIONAL SCHOOL

HOTEL INFORMATION

Holiday Inn – 300 Tuttle Circle, Longview, TX 75605 Phone: 903-663-6464

$95.00+tax for King / Double Rooms Breakfast Included (Cutoff Date August 12, 2024) Specify TWUA East Texas Regional Water School

Reservation Link: https://us01.l.antigena.com/l/y9kxo7pmRNxDh_ity7tSp6RL9EV~ciCR8BzbNKRm4MHltUrm6PqBqAqTwhqS~ZeiHP5XcBESMhGbBeyubzu1ExQlafaegvIwHs1zXsIjnsGzBoyA9MUvN6sCgqkrOcBoW8yzYyGqmd8XLvwF~iV7uPAk9qkj_OlX9HcOmuCtrPLlYYCDAMHp1qgapelG4aWI_yLoKjyOgayPppk3kf1eA4zcW_uLr-9hpQ3Nt-qkx8GVAi3NjOHHmJTEcwwS1AT8K~vzcP3CA

REGISTRATION FEES

Registration fees include lunch on August 27th and 28th. Extra lunch tickets may be purchased for $15 Join TWUA and save $$$. You will also receive all the benefits of being a TWUA member.

PRE-REGISTRATION (DEADLINE 8/16/2024) On-Site Registration

Pre-registration check-in and On-Site Registration will be from 7:30 – 9:00 AM, August 29th

STUDENT REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE USE ONE FORM PER PERSON – COPY AS REQUIRED, PRINT CLEARLY PRE-REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, August 16th, 2024

For Pre-Registration: mail, call or fax the completed form with credit card information, check or money order payable to T.W.U.A. / 210 E. Highway 79, Suite 101 / Hutto, TX 78634 www.twua.org Credit card payments may be mailed, called (888-367-8982) or faxed (512-459-7124) to T.W.U.A.

PURSUANT TO HOUSE BILL 1508 WHICH BECAME EFFECTIVE SEPT. 1, 2017, THIS NOTICE SHALL SERVE TO INFORM THAT SPECIFIC CRIMINAL HISTORY COULD NEGATIVELY IMPACT AND AFFECT A PERSON’S ABILITY TO RECEIVE A TCEQ ISSUED OPERATOR’S LICENSE. PARTICIPATING IN ANY TWUA AFFILIATED OPERATOR TRAINING COURSE(S) DOES NOT GUARANTEE OR IN ANY WAY IMPLY YOU WILL BE ELIGIBLE TO TEST OR RECEIVE A STATE ISSUED OPERATOR’S LICENSE.

On-Site Registration - have the form completed with a check, cash, or money order payable to ETRS

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If you have any questions contact: TWUA @ 1-888-367-8982 or Mike Norris @ 903-939-8278 mnorris@tylertexas.com

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1. application/payment

2. approval/conditional approval

3. designate testing location

You are not through the process if you have not designated a testing location with TCEQ!

TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION

Individual Membership Application

Use this form to:

1) Join TWUA "At Large"

2) Join TWUA and a District/Chapter

3) Renew your TWUA Membership

Please Print Clearly

Application for:

o Active Member

o Full-Time Student

o Retired Member

o Membership Renewal

o New Member

"At Large" or District/Chapter Name:

Membership for year 20____

Name:

SS# _______ - _______ - __________

Home Address:

City: State: Zip:

Home Phone: ( )

Work Phone: ( )

E-Mail Address:

Employer:

Job Title:

Amount of Dues Enclosed: $

Signature of Member:

Today's Date:

A portion of your TWUA Dues is allocated for a subscription to the Texas Water Utilities Journal.

Submit all dues to the TWUA Central Office: TWUA Central Office, 210 East Hwy. 79, Suite 101, Hutto, Tx. 78634

For more information, Ms. Adee at: 512-279-8129. Fax: 512-459-7124.

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BOSWELL, RANDELL A

BOYKIN, VICKIE

BURLESON, KIMBERLY ANN

DAVIS, KENNETH FRANKLIN

DEROZIER, SETH

GREEN, ZACHARY B

HALL, MEARIK GRANT

HOFFMAN, JEROME ALAN

JAIMES, LEONEL

KENNERLY, CURRY

LANDRUM, JONAH CHRISTIAN

MAGUIRE, BRADLEY M

MAZUREK, CODY GLEN

MOLINA, JESUS ANTONIO

NITSCH, GARRETT M

QUINTANA, RYAN

ROBERTS, STEVEN C

ROCKAFELLOW, TRISTEN

RODRIGUEZ, RAUL

RUTKOWSKI, SHAUN

STARR, DUSTIN R

VANPELT, MARK GEORGE

GROUND WATER

TREATMENT OPERATOR

CLASS B

SALDANA, JEREMIAH R

SAUCEDA, RICARDO P II

WELBORN, RYAN A

WILLIS, CHARLES H

CLASS C

ALMANZAR, LEOPOLDO PAUL

ANGEL, DANIEL JOSEPH

BARRETT, TRAVIS M

CANTRELL, ALFRED LAYNE

CISNEROS, LEONARD I

DELONG, LINDSEY

GALVAN, ARMANDO

GENGO, KRISTOPHER SHANE

GILBY, CHRISTIAN

GONZALEZ, ABRAHAM

HORTON, WILLIAM A

JAMES, TILDEN KELLY

LAMEY, TODD

LUNA, MANUEL JR

MANN, JONATHAN

MERCER, RYAN MATTHEW

MOBLEY, ZACHARIAH WAYNE

MONTALBANO, WENDY ANN

MOSS, JACKSON TAYLOR

PORRAS, RODOLFO

THOMPSON, JAMES WESLEY

TREVINO, JACOB

UBNOSKYE, MATTHEW

WIGLEY, MATTHEW B

WOODS, JOSHUA R

SURFACE WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR

CLASS B

BAUGH, FREDRICK C

COOK, CATHERINE M

GARCIA, ELIJAH J

NELSON, JORDAN

PELTONEN, REBECCA PAIGE WOLFE

PULLEN, MIKE D

STUTSMAN, MATTHEW C

VAZQUEZ, NERIDELLIANE

WETZEL, STEVEN E

CLASS C

BLOCK, AARON

BRITTON, HURCHEL ALAN

CRANE, MICHAEL LYNN

HAMNER, BRADLEY G

HULIN, CRYSTAL

IRWIN, FORREST SHAWN

LOGAN, NORMAN BRETT

MOISE, MARK JAMES

MOSS, TERRANCE DEON

SALGE, RICHARD

SOTO CONTRERAS, LUIS ENRIQUE

TAGLE, ANTHONY ENRIQUE

TALLANT, JOSHUA NICHOLAS

TAYLOR, JASON MICHAEL

TOWNLEY, BRODY

WATER DISTRIBUTION OPERATOR

CLASS B

GARCIA, JOEL A

LANCASTER, KEVIN D

MELGAR, KARBERT R

CLASS C

BURTS, JAMES ETHAN

COPE, DANIEL

DOBRETZ, JEFFERY

FAIRBANKS, KYLER PATRICK

GONZALES, SYLVESTER V GUILLEN, PEDRO

GULLEY, PAUL

HALL, NICKALOUS

HATAWAY, JOSHUA JAMES

HOLLEY, TAMMY NANNETTE

JOHNSON, RILEY

JONES, BRIAN JOE

LAMM, JARED

MARTINEZ, JACE T MORELAND, DOMINIQUE L MORENO, ANGEL

OCEGUERA, ELEAZAR

OLASCOAGA, HUMBERTO

RANGEL, ANTONIO JR

SALAZAR, VICTOR MAXIMILIANO

SCHMIDT, NEIL HENRY

SIMPSON, KEVIN

TIJERINA, ALEXANDER PETER

WILLIAMS, AUSTIN JEAN

WILSON, JUSTIN HEATH

WATER OPERATOR

CLASS A

BLAYLOCK, MARQUI D

BOATRIGHT, CODY S

CAFFEY, STEVEN R

CURTIS, ANTHONY W

DAFFERN, JAMES T

GARCIA, EDILBERTO

GIBSON, JIMMY D

HERNANDEZ, LAZARO R

INMAN, JOSHUA J

MORA, RUTILIO P JR

ROGERS, SCOTT E

WOLFCHIEF, ZACHARY M

CLASS D

AGIRRE, EDUARD LOUIS

AGUINALDO, LOGAN XAVIER

ALBRACHT, TANNER

ALDAPA, MARK FITZGERALD APPLEGATE, NATHAN CLAY AREVALO, MAURICIO

ASHY, ADAM A

BANTUM, LAURENCE WINSTON BARRON, ORLANDO BARTON, ZANE

BLACK, MATTHEW

BOGUE, JEREMY

BOLES, ELLIOTT SHERROD CAIN, JOHN TRAVIS

CARPENTIERE, KEVIN

CASTILLO, ISAI

CERDA, CANDELARIO

CLARK, JAMES CHRISTOPHER

COOPER, HUNTER DAVID

COUTTS, SCOTT

CROSSLEY, ANTONIO

CRUZ, RONNIE

DE JESUS SANTOS, ILMA

DELACRUZ, DAMIAN

DENTLER, RONALD CLYDE

ENGLAND, CORBIN

EVANS, EMILY JANE

FLOWERS, SAMUEL

GAYTAN, ARNOLD

GONZALEZ, VICTOR NAZARIO

GUERRA, LONNIE JOE

HALL, JODIE LYNN

HERNANDEZ, MICHAEL PAUL

HERNANDEZ, MIGUEL

HIBDON, ETHAN GLEN

HUBBARD, ALEXANDER T

ISBELL, JEREMIAH TIMOTHY

ISBELL, SARAH TERESA

JACKERT, THOMAS H

JAMES, MACIE

JIMENEZ, DAVID AARON

JIMENEZ-VARGAS, JOSE

JONES, COLTON LEE

KYLE, BRITTANY RAYE

LAPERNA, SARAH

LARA, MICHAEL E

LAUGHLIN, RICHARD LEE

LEWIS, ZACHARY

LINDEMANN, JOSHUA

LOFSTROM, DUSTIN ALEXANDER

LOPEZ, CHRISTIAN OMAR

LOZA, WILLIAM WAYNE

MARTINEZ, ALEX

MARTINEZ, VALENTIN

MATA, DANIEL

MAXEY, JOSHUA RYAN

MEDINA, JORGE ARMANDO

MEDRANO, JULIO CESAR

MEGOULLOA, RICHARD A

MENDEZ, ALDO

MILLER, KALETON GENE

MIRELES, MILES

MOFFIT, DANIEL JOSEPH

MONTGOMERY, JEFFREY

MUNOZ, CASSANDRA

NEHILA, SEAN FITZMAURICE

OLIVAS, MANUEL

OLVERA, ENRIQUE OSVALDO

ONEAL, RANDY

ORRANTIA, SEBASTIAN GUSTAVO

PADILLA, VERONICA

PENICK, NICHOLAS

PIGRUM, HARVEY LEE

QUISENBERRY, JUSTIN LEE

RIMER, CHRISTOPHER

ROBERTSON, JAY RANDAL

RODRIGUEZ, AUGUST MARIANO

RODRIGUEZ, FRANCISCO

ROJAS, JUAN ANTONIO

RYAN, SEAN MICHAEL

SABRSULA, MURRAY

SANCHEZ, ANDRE DOMIZZI

SANCHEZ, MICHEAL

SANTILLAN, JUAN

SANTILLANA, FREDDY WILLIAM

SAYERS, JOEL

SHINN, BROOKE NICOLE

SMITH, GARRETT DAVID

SOSEBEE, TYLER D

SPARROW, DURELL EDWARD

SPEARS, STAGE

STEWARD, CAMERON B

THRESS, KEVIN

URTEAGA, KRYSTAL MARIE

URTES, MARVIN

UZCATEGUI, GERMAN

VANVLECK, PETER ALAXANDER

VILLAGOMEZ, ANTONIO

WASHINGTON, KIRK

WELCH, NICHOLAS

WELLER, DAVID EUGENE

WILLIAMS, PAYTON GAGE

YBARRA, JOE

YEAGER, DANIEL ALBERT

YOUNG, BOBBY DUANE

WASTEWATER COLLECTION OPERATOR

COLLECTIONS I

AKINS, PAIGE

ARANDA, MICHAEL

BURRIS, JAMES

CONNER, CURTIS BRIAN

DUNCAN, CHRIS

FISHER, NOAH

FLY, CHRISTOPHER

GARZA, AARON

GONZALEZ, VICTOR NAZARIO

MATA, JOERDAN

MIRANDA, GONZALO DAVID

MITCHELL, KLINTON EARL

MONROE, COLBY DILLON

RODRIGUEZ, ETHAN ADRIANE

RODRIGUEZ, JACOB WALTER

RODRIGUEZ, MICHAEL

SCOTT, MATTHEW ALLEN

SPARKS, ZECHARIAH WILLIAM LEE

TAMEZ, ERIC STEPHEN

TAPLEY, RICHARD

WADE, JOHNATHAN

WALTERS, CLINT

COLLECTIONS II

AGESEN, LUCAS W ANDREW, ETHAN

CARTER, DARRIN

HATAWAY, JOSHUA JAMES HAYES, JAMES

HERNANDEZ, DANIEL

OCEGUERA, ELEAZAR

SPITZER, JOSHUA

COLLECTIONS III

CASAREZ, JOHN D JR

FRANKLIN, DAVID WADE

GARNER, COREY D

MORGAN, WAYNE D

RUIZ, ANTONIO

SMITH, GORDON W WHITE, JUSTIN

WILLIAMS, DEMOND T

WASTEWATER TREATMENT OPERATOR

CLASS A

DRAKE, ROBERT LEE

HENRY, JOHN W

HERRERA, VILIJA

JACKSON, DONALD F III

LONG, MARK L

LUCERO, JASON S

SILCO, STEVEN J

CLASS B

ATKINSON, CHARLES M

BIENVENUE, PAUL E

BRYAN, JORDAN L

BURT, ASHLEY B

CASTRO, EMILIO

FLORES, JESSE

GRUDZIESKI, WAYNE MARTIN

HARDEN, JESSICA E

HILL, BRANDON M

HURLBERT, MICHAEL H

JACKSON, HERBERT M

JACKSON, MONDRE L

MANLEY, CODY LAWRENCE

MARTINEZ, ROBERTO

RAYFORD, CLASSIC JAMES

REYES, SERGIO L

REYNA, ROBERTA

TURNER, ARCHIE D

VALLE, CODY RAY

WIREMAN, JAMES V

CLASS C

BERGFELD, GEORGE K JR

BRAKEFIELD, MICHAEL

BRAVO, JOHNNY

BROWN, ERIC J

CLARK, JIM BOB

DEL ANGEL, MELISSA

FISH, BRETT JAYMES

FRANCO, JEFFREY

ISOM, DALLAS

JONES, CHRISTOPHER LEROY

KOLODJAY, NATHANIAL LEVI

MEDINA, MANUEL

ROCHA, WILFREDO ANTONIO

RODRIGUEZ, DANIEL ALBERTO

SPITZER, JOSHUA

STEWART, WILLIAM A JR

THOMPSON, WILLIEM BLAYKE

TREVINO, BRANDON

WARREN, BOBBY JOE

WILLIAMS, JARVIS A

CLASS D BALES, STEPHEN

BODY, TAJ

BROCK, BRANDON D

BURGE, SETH

CAIN, JOHN TRAVIS

CANALES, AARON

CARR, STEPHEN PEDERSON

CASH, HUGH

CASTILLO, ADRIAN

CASTILLO, ALBERTO

CASTILLO, MARCOS C

CLAY, KASI L

COLLINS, MELVIN

CUEVAS, ALBERT

DELONG, RILEY JOSIAH

FONTAINE, SEBASTIEN

FOWLER, JOEL

GAINES, KALYHL TYREEK

GRAEF, BROC

GREENAWALT, JEREMIAH SCOTLAN

HENNIGAN, KEITH

JACKSON, MARCUS

LAWLER, JAMIE

MARQUEZ, GLORIA

MITCHAM, KOLTON HATTEN

MOORE, DUSTIN J

MOYEDA, IRLEAN

OBREGON, JACOB DEAN

OWENS, KYLE

PACHECO, DANIEL

PATTERSON, DEVIN WAYNE

PULIS, KIEFER LYNN

RAMIREZ, SEBESTAIN RICHARD

REGALADO, ISMAEL

REYES, JAVIER ANTONIO

RODRIGUEZ, JEREMIAH

RUBAINE, JNIQUA ALICIA

SCHNECK, ANDREW CECIL

SERVIN, PRICILLA

SKINNER, JIM

SMITH, LAWRENCE C

SPRINGER, AUSTIN CHRISTOPHER

STEWART, GILBERT

YOWMAN, CHAKYNA

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