March 2020

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JOURNAL VOLUME 30

MARCH 2020

"Proudly Serving Education Excellence since 1918"

102nd Annual School Corpus Christi, Texas

NUMBER 3

Texas Water Utilities Association Regional Training – 2020

Date

Event

Contact

November 4 - 7, 2019 Date

West Texas Regional School Lubbock, Texas Event

Paul Kite – 806-774-1205 Bill Boyd – 806-775-3415 Contact

March 1-4, 42020 November - 7, 2019

TWUATexas Annual School School West Regional Corpus Christi, Lubbock, TexasTexas

Central – 512-459-3124 Paul KiteOffice – 806-774-1205 Bill Boyd – 806-775-3415

March 1-4, 20202, 2020 30–April

TWUA Annual SchoolSchool Panhandle Regional Corpus Christi, Amarillo, Texas Texas

Central Office – 512-459-3124 Bruce Walterscheid – 806-681-6129 Ruben Arias – 806-674-4834

April 27-April March 30–April30, 2, 2020

Southeast Texas Regional Panhandle Regional SchoolSchool Beaumont, Texas Amarillo, Texas

Bobby Rogers – 409-385-7355 Bruce Walterscheid – 806-681-6129 Patrick Gray – 806-674-4834 713-637-8835 Ext. 305 Ruben Arias

April 27-April May 4-7, 2020 30, 2020

Southeast Texas Regional School Central West Texas Regional School Beaumont, Texas Abilene, Texas

Bobby Mickey Rogers Chaney––409-385-7355 325-548-2237 Patrick Gray – 713-637-8835 Ext. 305

May 18-22, 2020 4-7, 2020

North Central TexasRegional RegionalSchool School Central West Texas Arlington, Texas Abilene, Texas

Daniel Chaney Grimes – Mickey – 972-721-2664 325-548-2237 Angelo DuPont – 817-459-5913

June18-22, 1-4, 2020 May 2020

Central Texas Texas Regional SchoolSchool North Central Regional Killeen, Texas Arlington, Texas

Bill Brown – 512-759-1286 Daniel Grimes – 972-721-2664 Angelo DuPont – 817-459-5913

July 20-23, 2020 June 1-4, 2020

PermianTexas BasinRegional RegionalSchool School Central San Angelo, Killeen, Texas Texas

Norma Clark – 432-528-1608 Bill Brown – 512-759-1286

August 24-27, 2020 July 20-23, 2020

East Texas Regional School Permian Basin Regional School Tyler,Angelo, Texas Texas San

Mike Norris Norma Clark––903-939-8278 432-528-1608

31, - Sept 3, 2020 Southwest Regional August 24-27, 2020 East Texas Texas Regional SchoolSchool San Marcos, Tyler, Texas Texas

John Norris Krause–- 903-939-8278 830-608-8812 Mike

October31, 20-22, 2020 West Texas – Regional Fort Stockton August - Sept 3, 2020 Far Southwest Texas School San Marcos, Texas November 2-5, 2020 West Texas Regional School Lubbock, October 20-22, 2020 Far West Texas – Fort Stockton

Norma Clark -–830-608-8812 432-528-1608 John Krause Bill Boyd – 806-775-3415 Norma Clark – 432-528-1608

November 2-5, 2020

Bill Boyd – 806-775-3415

West Texas Regional School Lubbock, Texas

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President Message................................ 4

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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE: George A. Glispin – Chair of Management John Krause – President Bill Brown – President-Elect Mike Norris – Vice President Chad Jameson – Second Past President Jim McCain – Ex Officio Russell Hamilton – Executive Director

_______________________________ Front Cover Photo Courtesy of: City of Corpus Christi, TX March 2020

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Safety News ....................................... 10 Confined Space Hazards

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President’s Message This will be my final article as President of TWUA. At the 102nd Annual School, the Management Board rotates duties. I will become the Chair of the Management Committee, and Bill Brown assumes the duties of President.

I would like to thank everyone for their support and the friendships. I have been blessed to make many new acquaintances. The one constant in this year's travels to the various regions is professionalism. No two regions operate exactly the same, but the main focus is quality training, and the manner in which the training is presented has been nothing but professional.

For me, one of the biggest learning experiences this past year came from talking to all the regional officers and training attendees and reaffirming that most of the state is experiencing labor shortages in the Public Works area. A lot of the "baby-boomers" have or will retire very soon.

The common thread seems to be, the entities or service providers are, or will be scrambling to find suitable, experienced staff.

The other more distinctive thread seems to be related to compensation. Private business is ahead of the curve, and it seems they figured out, if you want the ‘crème of the applicants,’ you have to lead in the area of wages. And you have to develop or amend job descriptions in a way that will challenge and reward the worker. My message is, change is coming, are you ready? Does anyone have a good handle on collaborating with or interacting with the iGeneration? This new generation of worker thinks a little differently.

Governor Abbott was recently in the news saying that he was directing state agencies to reduce licensing regulations and cut fees - where appropriate. I am, in theory, supportive of less government rules and less governmental oversight, but this message from the Governor causes a little concern in the area of water treatment and public health and safety.

I have no personal knowledge of what the process is to license as a tow truck driver/operator or to be a cosmologist or to be a registered massage therapist or how these types of licenses create hardships for the holder or impact daily life. But I do know about the process and implications of making water and wastewater licenses easier to obtain and maintain. If this directive moves forward, and is deemed applicable to the water and wastewater sector, public health will experience the importance of, and the need for compliance with, current industry developed minimum standards. Just because someone does not qualify for a license, does not mean the entire system needs an overhaul or that standards should be lowered.

It seems that some feel the answer to the shortage of qualified and experienced staff members is to lower the qualifications.

I realize I am “old school” but never a fan of the concept, “every kid gets a trophy”.

From my perspective – I have always thought of knowledge as theoretical and experience as practical. The way I look at this is – experience is acquired by performing day to day hands-on real job experiences. While knowledge teaches reasoning and things like understanding a manual, or more of a general understanding of function and concepts. The difference is, actual experience is acquired by hands-on performing the task and becoming proficient. ‘How To’ - YouTube videos have people attempting things way beyond their skill set.

I can read and write, understand most of the English language. That being said, just because I can read a cake recipe, and have the ability to follow written directions, along with limited hands-on baking experience; (I mean I know how to turn on an oven) how do you think it would end up if I were to attempt something as complex as a wedding cake? Some things should be left to the experts – like water treatment. Dirty Harry summed it up best, “A man’s got to know his limitations.”

Some will say that baking example is perhaps overdramatic, but I say things such as water chemistry, disinfection, and water treatment are complex areas where public health can be impacted (let us not forget about Flint Michigan). A public water supply/provider does not want the "B" team or the underqualified person(s) making critical treatment decisions.

Parting thought – Stress comes from trying to do it all on your own. Treat people the way you want to be treated. Talk to people the way you want to be talked to. Practice integrity and ethics in all your actions, and always remember, respect is earned, not given.

John W. Krause President 4 Texas Water Utilities Journal www.twua.org

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Central Office News

by Russell Hamilton, TWUA Executive Director

F

ather, we pause and acknowledge, you are the creator of all.

We need you, and we welcome you in all we do. We come into your presence, seeking your grace, your mercy, your guidance, and forgiveness. Father, continue to bless us as only you can. We pray for your favor and ask that 2020 will be a great year. We ask that you protect, watch over, direct, guide, and bless TWUA. Amen

In West Texas, Lake Spence is sitting at 26.6. % (- 0.2 %).

White River is sitting at 18.3 % (-0.3 %). Panhandle - Lake Meredith is sitting at 41.9 % (+0.1 %) and Greenbelt is at 20.0 % (+0.0 %). If you want to get a complete look at current lake levels, go to waterdatafortexas.org.

I will provide an update related to 102nd Annual School in the next Journal.

We appreciate and understand that you have a choice as to who and where you get your operator training. I want to extend our sincere appreciation and thanks when you choose TWUA. If there is a specific training class that you need in your area, please contact Central Office, and we will work with you. If you are a decision maker sign up your new hires and staff for the TWUA Membership. Central Office still maintains, District Meeting is the most cost-effective way for continuing education.

Amarillo - Bruce Waltersheid and the Amarillo Board would like to invite you to be a part of the Panhandle Regional School in Amarillo. This TWUA Training event begins March 31st and more information is available in this journal or on the website under the regional school tab.

Beaumont - Bobby Rogers and the Beaumont Board would also like to invite you to be a part of the Southeast Texas Regional School in Beaumont. This TWUA Training event begins April 27th and more information is available in this journal or on the website under the regional school tab. This TWUA Training event begins April 27th and more information is available in this journal or on the website under the regional school tab.

Abilene – Mickey Chaney and the Abilene Board would like to invite you be a part of the Central West Texas Regional School in Abilene. This TWUA Training event begins May 4th and more information is available in this journal or on the website under the regional school tab.

application approval timeline, and don't forget to register on the TCEQ website for the exam location. For clarification – there is an electronic application due 30 to 45 days prior to the event. There is an exam fee, and there is a final step of declaring the testing location. For questions or clarifications, contact TCEQ Austin at 512-239-6133.

The Story Goes Something Like This – A long time ago in the salt flats of Utah, a salt miner used to make a living by digging salt and straining it, then packing the salt in burlap bags. This miner would then load the bagged salt on several donkeys and make his way to the market every week.

The route to town required the man with his donkeys to cross a creek. At times the water would become deeper and move more swiftly. On this particular day the lead donkey was loaded as normal and the miner was on his way to the town market. The miner lead his donkeys and the water was flowing deeper and faster than normal. The lead donkey stumbled and most of the salt dissolved or fell into the water. This made the remaining bags lighter and a lot easier to carry. This made the donkey very happy.

The next trip the same donkey began to cross the creek and he again appeared to stumble and salt bags were again lost to the creek. The miner began to notice the same donkey playing the same trick every trip across the water.

The miner thought about how he might break the donkey from his newly learned trick. The following day the miner loaded this donkey’s bags with rocks and cotton.

Again, when the donkey came to the water, he appeared to stumble and anticipated his load would become lighter.

Much to the donkey’s surprise, the cotton absorbed the water and became very heavy, and the donkey struggled to carry the load. The following trip the events were repeated and again the donkey struggled.

After about three trips, the donkey realized his load was becoming heavier with the water crossing and he stopped his stumbling trick. The salt miner was happy.

Moral – Luck won’t always favor you and taking shortcuts will catch up.

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

Operator Exams - If you or a staff member are considering challenging the TCEQ Exam, please take note of the electronic 6 Texas Water Utilities Journal www.twua.org

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TWUA Panhandle Regional School Registration Form, March 31 - April 2nd, 2020

WATER COURSES

Basic Water Surface Water Production II Ground Water Production Water Distribution *Water Lab

WASTEWATER COURSES

WATER/WASTEWATER/OTHER COURSES

Basic Wastewater Wastewater Treatment Wastewater Collection Activated Sludge

Utility Safety Management Calculations Pumps & Pumping Chlorine & Chlorine Systems

Please visit panhandleregion.com to register! *Water Laboratory will be held at the Environmental Laboratory at 4001 S. Osage

Pre-Registration Fee until 3/23/20 - TWUA MEMBERSHIP WILL BE VERIFIED! Course TWUA Member Non-Member All Courses $260 $320

Late / On-Site Registration Fee After 3/23/20 TWUA Member Non-Member $300 $360

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NOTE: Refunds cannot be made – SUBSTITUTIONS ONLY If paying by check -­‐ make check payable to TWUA -­‐ Panhandle Region.

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To all my brothers and sisters in the water and sewer professions.

Your tireless hours worked and dedication to the cause does not go unnoticed!

They work in the bitter cold.

They work in the soaking wet.

They work in the extreme dry.

They work in the sticky mud.

They are on 24/7/365 emergency call.

They cut off your water.

They dig up your prized flower bed.

They mess up your grass.

They get yelled at.

They get cursed at.

They get threatened.

They are treated differently than the others.

They don't complain about the bitter cold.

They don't complain about the soaking wet.

They don't complain about the extreme dry.

They don't complain about the sticky mud.

They are always ready to respond.

They don't enjoy cutting off your water.

They hate that your flowers got damaged.

They try to keep your grass looking good.

They don't yell back at the customer.

They won't curse at the customer.

They would never threaten the customer.

They know they are different than the others.

They are more than mere "shovel holders" they are the Water Professionals that sacrifice their personal and family time to make sure you get that warm shower before work, that pool party for your kids birthday, that car that badly needs washing, that load of overdue laundry, the water needed for fire protection, the cold ice in your drink, or that nice clean glass of water on a hot summer day.

They are a special breed, as everyone is not cutout for this line of work and everything that goes along with it.

They are usually underappreciated, until they are called upon to do what they do best.

They are among the many unsung heroes in the Country, and they need to know they matter.

(THEY) ARE THE FIRST AND ONLY LINE OF DEFENSE CONCERNING THE SAFETY AND REALIABILITY OF YOUR PUBLIC DRINKING WATER. Author Unknown

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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION

52nd ANNUAL CENTRAL WEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL MAY 5, 6, AND 7, 2020 – ABILENE CONVENTION CENTER – ABILENE, TEXAS

ACADEMIC OFFERINGS WATER

Basic Water Water Distribution ** Surface Water Production I** Surface Water Production II *Water Laboratory

WASTEWATER

WATER/WASTEWATER

Basic Wastewater Wastewater Treatment Wastewater Collection *Wastewater Laboratory

Utilities Safety Utilities Management Math Concepts Special Topics-pending TCEQ approval Cross Connect Control & Customer Service Inspection *Preregistration For Lab’s required by April 03, 2020 – Class Size Limited to 12. **Surface Water I is 24 hr. - Starts 1:00 pm, Monday, May 4th – Class Size limited to 20 All other courses are 20 hrs. In Length & Start 8:00 am., Tues. May 5th.

There WILL NOT be an opening session on Tuesday morning. All classes go until 5:30pm each day.

REGISTRATION FEES TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION MEMBERS ONLY Pre-Registration Pre-Registration by Credit Card On-Site Registration Water/Wastewater Courses…………………$250.00 until 4-17-20.…………………..$255.00…………………………$260.00 Laboratory Courses…………………………$265.00 until 4-03-20…………………...$270.00……………………………N/A

NON-MEMBERS OF TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION

Water/Wastewater Courses……………………$310.00 until 4-17-20.…………………..$315.00…………………………..$320.00 Laboratory Courses……………………………$325.00 until 4-03-20……..….…………$330.00……………………………..N/A Registration fees include luncheons on May 5, 6 and 7. Extra luncheon tickets may be purchased for $18.00 each.

BEST TASTING WATER CONTEST

There will be a Best Tasting Water Contest on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 with winners in two categories: systems serving less than 10,000 persons and systems serving over 10,000 persons. THIS CONTEST IS OPEN TO ALL SYSTEMS WHICH TREAT THEIR WATER –BOTH GROUND AND SURFACE SUPPLIERS. Those interested should contact Mike Michaud at mike.michaud@abilenetx.gov or 325/676-6041.

GOLF TOURNAMENT

A Golf Tournament will be held at 12-noon, Monday, May 4, 2020 at Maxwell Golf Course. The fee of $75.00 includes green and cart fees, lunch and refreshments. Those interested should contact Valerie Ramos at (325) 676-6419. A raffle is being held to raise money for the CWTRS V.M.Elhers’ Scholarship Fund. Tickets are $10.00 each (cash or check), to purchase contact Valerie Ramos at valerie.ramos@abilenetx.gov or (325) 676-6419 or Kenny Doss at kenny.doss@abilenetx.gov or (325) 548-2237.

HOTELS

The MCM Elegante Suites, 4250 Ridgemont Dr., 325-698-1234 will be our host hotel offering $96.00/night until April 10, 2020. Identify being a Water School Attendee. List of Abilene hotels is available at (325) 676-6419 or mickey.chaney@abilenetx.gov or valerie.ramos@abilenetx.gov

PRE-REGISTRATION FORM CENTRAL WEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL

Pre-Registration for Lab required by April 03, 2020. Pre-Registration For Surface Water I and All Others Required by April 17, 2020.

PLEASE USE ONE FORM PER PERSON – COPY AS REQUIRED PRINT CLEARLY

Name: __________________________________________ Badge Name (Nickname) __________________________________ TCEQ License # or S.S.N: ___________________________ E-Mail: _______________________________________________ Course Selection: ________________________________ Day Phone/Fax: (_____) __________________________________ Address: ________________________________________ City: ___________________ State: _____ Zip: ________________ Representing: ___________________________________ T.W.U.A. District/Chapter: _________________________________ Bill my (Visa) (MasterCard) #: ____________________________________Security Code________ Exp. Date: ____________ MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO CENTRAL WEST TEXAS REGIONAL SCHOOL (CWTRS) REFUND REQUEST MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE REGISTRAR MICKEY CHANEY BY MAY 5, 2020.

MAIL FORM WITH PAYMENT TO: MICKEY CHANEY – WATER ADMIN. – P.O. BOX 60, ABILENE, TX 79604

License Exams: Must be Preapproved (best sent in before Apr. 03, 2020) with TCEQ to be able to Test

MasterCard/Visa for pre-registration thru the TWUA Central Office Only at (888) 367-8982 or Fax (512) 459-7124 but confirm registration with Mickey Chaney at 325/548-2237 or Fax 325/548-2017 or email: mickey.chaney@abilenetx.gov

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Safety News

Confined Space Hazards

Confined spaces in the workplace are places people may need to enter that weren't necessarily designed for human occupancy because of their size. People fit into confined spaces, but there is not sufficient room to move around comfortably. In many cases, a confined space also has the potential to cause someone to get stuck or run into a variety of other hazards.

may be large enough to fit a person in them to complete some type of task.

• Silos - Silos are very large, so people often fail to think about them when discussing confined spaces.

Since there is limited room, limited exits, and the ability to become trapped, a silo is definitely a confined space.

• Storage Bins - Large storage bins are used in many industries. If someone falls into one or goes in to get something, they could become stuck.

• Vaults - Whether a bank vault, a storage vault, or some other type of vault, these are often large enough to walk in and move around, but still quite limited in their total space for the person inside.

Understanding confined space hazards and how to minimize the dangers is very important for any workplace where these areas exist. When done properly, confined space safety efforts can minimize the risks involved for the employees that are required to enter these areas.

The term "confined spaces" is often seen as too vague because there is no specific definition used universally. An area may be considered confined to one person, but not another. While there is no set designation that is universally accepted, it is often helpful to look at examples of common confined spaces.

• Tanks - Large tanks are often used to contain fluids required for a job. A person may need to enter a tank to clean it or perform some other work. Even large tanks can be considered confined because there is only one way in or out, and people can't typically move about freely.

• Vessels - Similar to tanks, vessels hold items and 10 Texas Water Utilities Journal www.twua.org

• Pits - This is another often-overlooked example. If someone falls in a pit, they may have quite a bit of room to move around. Despite this, however, they are still stuck in one area so it can be considered confined.

• Manholes - Manholes sometimes open up into very large underground areas, but more often they are quite confined. In addition, the area from the start of the manhole to the place where it opens up is typically not very large.

• Tunnels - Tunnels are very common for miners, and even when they are quite big, they are considered confined spaces because of how easy it is to get stuck in them.

• Ductwork - Large facilities have ductwork that is big enough for people to fit inside, which may be required for cleaning or other maintenance. This is a great example of a confined space.

March 2020

Safety News • Pipelines - Pipes are very similar to ducts, except they transport liquid, gas, or something else rather than just air.

• Trenches – A long narrow excavation or a hole that is dug into the ground.

There are many other examples of confined spaces, but looking at these and why they are confined is a good way to get a basic understanding of what people are talking about when referring to a confined space. One thing that is clear is that the exact size of an area is not necessarily what makes it a confined space. Instead, things like the ability for someone to get trapped or be unable to find an exit is a more important characteristic of the area.

Hazards of a Confined Space For many people, confined spaces cause them to feel very claustrophobic, which makes it difficult for them to enter these types of areas. For others, however, it is no big deal to enter even the tightest of areas. One can't rely on one's comfort level to determine if a confined space is safe or not.

area can help to avoid this risk.

Lack of Oxygen When people are working in a confined area, they can go through the available oxygen surprisingly quickly. As the oxygen becomes depleted, people can become lightheaded and even pass out, which could lead to injuries or even death.

No Ventilation Since there is typically a lack of effective ventilation in a confined space, it is easy for otherwise harmless gasses to build up.

Even small amounts of gas that would normally just dissipate into the surrounding areas can become deadly.

Traps Most confined spaces only have one entry and exit point. If that becomes blocked or otherwise unavailable, the employees can get trapped. There are many ways that someone could become trapped in a confined area. Even just advancing into a shrinking part of a pipe or cave can cause someone to be wedged into an area so they can't escape.

Fires or Explosions

About 100 people die each year because of confined spaces.

There are many hazards that employees and safety managers need to be aware of. Even when employees don't think there is a real risk involved with a particular confined space, it is still essential to ensure everyone is aware of the specific hazards.

Entering a confined area needs to be done very intentionally to avoid problems, especially in very tight areas. Take into account things like the amount of air available, the risk of getting trapped, and more. Employees who need to enter into large pipes, for example, should understand that their body could cut off the light and air supply, so they need to bring air and a flashlight with them.

Taking the time to appraise the entrance area to ensure it is secure is also very important. Another thing to think about when looking at a confined space entry area is letting people know that someone is at work. Some entrances, such as sewers, can be closed or covered to keep people out. If someone is working in the space, however, closing them in can present real dangers. Putting up a label or sign before going into a confined March 2020

Fires and explosions present major dangers in confined areas.

People can't easily escape, the smoke can build up very quickly, and explosions can cause the area to become unstable. Whether it is a gas that builds up and is set off by a spark or some other flammable material that ignites, escape is far more difficult in a confined area.

Smothering In tunnels or other similar areas, the roof can cave in, smothering people. In other situations, things like grain (in a silo) can engulf a person in a confined area very quickly. Employees working with sand, rocks, or other similar items are also at risk of this danger if they don't have room to get out of the way when one of these materials starts shifting.

Instability In many confined storage areas, the products can become unstable. Employees in the area won't have anywhere to flee should they begin falling. continued on page 12...

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exit, is large enough for a person to enter and perform work, and isn't designed for continuous occupancy. A permit-required confined space is one that has all of the characteristics of a confined space, plus an additional hazard such as: • A hazardous atmosphere • A material that can engulf someone • Unguarded machinery or wires • Floors and walls that taper in a way that could trap a person

Electrical Hazards One of the most common reasons for entering a confined space is to work on electrical equipment. If there isn't much room, employees may be at greater risk of becoming severely shocked by touching the wires. In some confined areas, the employee may not have anywhere to move, so the electrocution will continue until the power is cut. This can be a deadly event.

These are just a few of the many hazards present in confined spaces. Understanding all potential hazards in an area is essential for planning effective safety processes.

Permits Required for Confined Spaces In many cases it is up to an employer to decide when it is necessary for someone to enter into a confined space. In others, however, there are federal regulations in place that require the employer get a permit before someone can enter these areas.

This rule is 29 CFR1910.146, and it is very important for employers to be aware of before having anyone work in a confined area.

When in doubt, it is best to contact OSHA directly to have them help determine when a permit is required and when it is not. Depending on the situation, they can either evaluate a confined space over the phone or send out an inspector to help look at the area and make a determination.

Another great option is to use the OSHA Confined Spaces Advisor. This is an online tool that goes through a number of questions. Based on the answers to these questions, OSHA will make recommendations on whether or not a permit is required.

Taking Confined Space Safety Seriously One of the biggest problems with confined space safety programs is that many employees and even employers don't take them seriously. While everyone knows there is a potential for danger in a confined space, people become overconfident that an accident won't happen to them. Employers and employees need to realize that the hazards listed above can happen to anyone at any time, and it is always important to take safety seriously.

OSHA requires permits for certain areas. These areas meet their definition of confined spaces, and they also have health and/ or safety hazards present. The spaces and hazards listed above are a good starting point for understanding when a permit may be required.

OSHA defines a confined space as one that has limited entry/ 12 Texas Water Utilities Journal www.twua.org

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TEXAS WATER UTILITIES 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.

Date

Basic Water

TCEQ 0092

20 Hours

Jul 20-22

Corpus Christi

Basic Water

2726 Holly Rd

Aug 18-20

Victoria

Basic Water

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Ground Water Production

TCEQ 0223

20 Hours

New Braunfels

Ground Water Production

2356 Gruene Rd

Jun 23-25

Water

Water

Water Distribution

TCEQ 0605

20 Hours

Mar 24-26

Carrollton

Water Distribution

2711 Nimitz

Mar 23-25

Corpus

Water Distribution

2726 Holly Rd

Nov 17-19

Victoria

Water Distribution

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Surface Water Production I

TCEQ 0942

24 Hours

Mar 10-12

Tyler

Surface Water Production I

14792 CR 192

Surface Water Production II

TCEQ 0954

20 Hours

Apr 7-9

New Braunfels

Surface Water II

2356 Gruene Rd

Apr13-15

Midland

Surface Water II

5000 N Midland Dr

May 11-13

Corpus Christi

Surface Water II

2726 Holly Rd

Water Laboratory

TECQ 0285

20 Hours

Tyler

Water Lab

14792 CR 192

May 13-15

Corpus Christi

Water Lab

2726 Holly Rd

Oct 6-8

San Marcos

Water Lab

170 Charles Austin

Basic Wastewater

TCEQ 0059

20 Hours

Wastewater 1:00 PM Start

Apr 20-22

Water

Water

Water

Water

1:00 PM Start

Jul 22-24

Corpus Christi

Basic Wastewater

2726 Holly Rd

Sep 15-17

Victoria

Basic Wastewater

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Wastewater Treatment

TCEQ 0437

20 Hours

Mar 17-19

Tyler

Wastewater Treatment

14792 CR 192

Apr 1-3

Alice

Wastewater Treatment

723 FM1554

Aug 17-19

Corpus Christi

Wastewater Treatment

2726 Holly Rd

Wastewater Collection

TCEQ 0080

20 Hours

Wastewater

Mar 25-27

Corpus Christi

Wastewater Collection

2726 Holly Rd

1:00 PM Start

Apr 14-16

Carrollton

Wastewater Collection

2711 Nimitz

Jul 28-30

New Braunfels

Wastewater Collection

2356 Gruene Rd

Oct 21-23

Corpus Christi

Wastewater Collection

2726 Holly Rd

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Wastewater

1 PM Start

1:00 PM Start

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TRAINING SCHEDULE 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 You may register on line by following the training tab drop downs or HTTP://TWUA.ORG/TRAINING.PHP COMPUTER BASED TRAINING MAY VARY.

Dec 1-3

Victoria

Wastewater Collection

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Wastewater Laboratory

TCEQ 0081

20 Hours

Wastewater 1:00 PM Start

Apr 22-24

Tyler

Wastewater Lab

14792 CR 192

Jun 22-24

Corpus Christi

Wastewater Lab

2726 Holly Rd

Dec 8-10

San Marcos

Wastewater Lab

801 MLK

Activated Sludge

TCEQ 0009

20 Hours

Victoria

Activated Sludge

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Utilities Management

TCEQ 0550

20 Hours

Mar 24-26

Waco

Utilities Management

425 Franklin

Jun 9-11

Corpus Christi

Utilities Management

2726 Holly Rd

Pumps and Pumping

TCEQ 0430

20 Hours

Apr 21-23

Corpus Christi

Pumps & Pumping

2726 Holly Rd

Jun 16-18

Victoria

Pumps & Pumping

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Jul 14-16

Waco

Pumps & Pumping

TBD

Oct 6-8

Corpus Christi

Pumps & Pumping

2726 Holly Rd

May 19-21

Wastewater

W/WW

W/WW

Utilities Safety

TCEQ 0426

20 Hours

Aug 4-6

Corpus Christi

Utilities Safety

2726 Holly

Sep 22-24

New Braunfels

Utilities Safety

2356 Gruene Rd

Oct 20-22

Victoria

Utilities Safety

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Nov 10-12

Waco

Utilities Safety

TBD

Valve & Hydrant Maintenance

TCEQ 0961

20 Hours

Mar 17-19

Victoria

Valve & Hydrant Maint

1301 SW Ben Jordan

May 5-7

San Marcos

Valve & Hydrant Maint

170 Charles Austin Dr

Oct 19-21

Corpus Christi

Valve & Hydrant Maint

2726 Holly Rd

Utilities Calculations

TCEQ 0108

20 Hours

Jul 14-16

Victoria

Utilities Calculations

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Aug 19-21

Corpus Christi

Utilities Calculations

1301 SW Ben Jordan

1:00 PM Start

Chlorinator Maintenance

TCEQ 0124

20 Hours

W/WW

May 12-14

New Braunfels

Chlorinator Maintenance

2356 Gruene Rd

Nov 16-18

Corpus Christi

Chlorinator Maintenance

2726 Holly Rd

March 2020

W/WW

W/WW

W/WW

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Training Schedule (continued from page 13) Customer Service Inspection/

TCEQ 0173,0043

20 Hours

W/WW/CSI/BPAT

Cross Connection Control Apr 21-23

Victoria

CSI/CCC

1301 SW Ben Jordan

Jun 24-26

Corpus Christi

CSI/CCC

2726 Holly Rd

Nov 10-12

San Marcos

CSI/CCC

170 Charles Austin

Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester Refresher Sep 21-23

Sep 21-25

Aug 10-14

24 Hours

Corpus Christi

24 Hr. Refresher

2726 Holly Rd

Backflow Preventer Assembly Tester 40 Hr

TCEQ 1200

40 Hours

Corpus Christi

40 Hr. BPAT

2726 Holly Rd

W/WW/CSI/BPAT

BPAT

Effective Instructional Tecniques (Instructor I)

40 Hours

No operator hours

Instructional Design and Evaluation (Instructor II)

40 Hours

No operator hours

Hutto

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ON-LINE TRAINING

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Mar 24-26

WW Collection

On-Line

20 Hours

Wastewater

Apr 13-16

CSI/CCC

On-Line

10 Hours/10 Hours

CSI, BPAT, Water 20 hrs: Wastewater, WTS, LI 10 hrs

Jun 10-11

Practical Math

On-Line

10 Hours

Water/Wastewater

Jul 7-9

W Distribution

On-Line

20 Hours

Water

Aug 11-13

Safety

On-Line

20 Hours

Water/Wastewater

Sep 22-24

Surface Water Prod I

On-Line

24 Hours

Water

Oct 13-15

Surface Water Prod II

On-Line

20 Hours

Water

Nov 17-19

Utilities Management

On-Line

20 Hours

Water/Wastewater

Dec 8-10

WW Treatment

On-Line

20 Hours

Wastewater

Dec 15-17

Chlorinator Maint/Disinfection

On-Line

20 Hours

Water/Wastewater

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Effective September 1, 2019, to take a TCEQ-administered exam at a training event, you must have an approved or conditionally approved application for the license on file with TCEQ and be pre-registered for the exam offered at a training event through TCEQ’s Licensing Exam Registration (LEXR) portal.

Note: Applicants who do not meet the above criteria after the effective date will not be allowed to take the exam.

For more information, visit the TCEQ Website.

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63rd SOUTHEAST

REGIONAL SCHOOL APRIL 27 – April 30, 2020

HOLIDAY INN – BEAUMONT PLAZA

3950 I-10 SOUTH

BEAUMONT, TEXAS

409-842-5995 TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION Wastewater Courses Basic Wastewater Wastewater Collection Wastewater Treatment

Water Courses Basic Water Works Operation Ground Water Production Water Distribution Surface Water Production I

Water & Wastewater Chlorinator Maintenance Utility Management Special Topics CCC/CSI Utility Safety

CLASSES START 4-28-2020, 8:00 A.M.

Class Times: Tues. 8 A.M. – 5:30 P.M. Wed. 8 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. Thurs. 8:00 A.M. – Noon.

PRE-REGISTRATION ON SITE REGISTRATION Postmark 3/30/2020 4/27/2020 TWUA Member $260.00 TWUA Member $300.00 Non-Member $310.00 Non-Member $350.00 Pre-Registration Packets can be picked up from 5:00 –7:00 P.M., in the Lobby 4/27/2020 General Session – Tuesday 12:00 P.M. Two Luncheons are included.

63rd TWUA SOUTHEAST REGIONAL SCHOOL Register Online at www.twua.org OR PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY OR TYPE: FIRST NAME

M.I.

LAST NAME

MAILING ADRESS

CITY

STATE

WORK PHONE: AREA CODE AND NUMBER

ZIP

EMPLOYER

_________________________________________________________________________________ SOCIAL SECRUITY # or LICENSE #

CLASS ATTENDING

Are you a TWUA Member? Yes ____ or No____ If Yes, What District Chapter or At-Large Membership? _____________

PAYMENT INFORMATION (Please choose one) ____ Purchase Order (Attach Copy) ____ Check (Make Checks Payable To: TWUA S.E. Region) ____ Credit Card Name on Card ____________________________________ Credit Card#_________________________________________ Exp. Date_____________ Billing Zip Code ___________Security Code ____________ MC/VISA/DISCOVER/AMER EXP Signature_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Mail Completed Pre-Registration Forms & Payment to: 2110 E Hwy 79 Ste.101 Hutto, Texas78634, Fax: 512-459-7124.

Any questions concerning registration please contact: Central Office at 512-459-3124 or 888-367-8982 March 2020

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TWUA Southeast Regional School April 27th – April 30th, 2020 Holiday Inn - Beaumont Plaza, 3950 I-10 South, Beaumont, Texas.

Monday, April 27

9:00 am Golf tournament, Brentwood Golf Course 1-5 pm Exhibitor Setup 5-7 pm On-site registration Tuesday, April 28 7-8 am Exhibitor Breakfast 8 am -5:30 pm Classes in Session 9-3:30 pm Exhibits open 12-1 pm Luncheon Wednesday, April 29 8-5 pm Classes in Session 12-1 pm Luncheon Thursday, April 30 8-12 noon Classes in Session 1 pm Testing: Water-Wastewater

TWUA Southeast Region 29th Annual Golf Tournament

The Southeast Region of TWUA is hosting a golf tournament on April 27, 2020 at Brentwood Golf Course, 4201 S Major Dr. Sponsors are needed to raise money to support the tournament and to fund scholarships.

Cost: $75 / player $100.00-hole sponsorship (printed sign with sponsors names) Any $50.00 donation will go toward the following Proximity and Long drive prizes.

First Place $100.00 per person plus trophies 4 closest to the pin prizes awarded 4 longest drive prizes awarded Please make all checks payable to TWUA Southeast Region and mail to: PO Box 7851, Beaumont, TX 77726 If you have any questions, please contact JON BROUSSARD, TWUA golf tournament director, at 409-813-2796 or jbroussard@actpipe.com HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS – HOLIDAY INN – BEAUMONT PLAZA (409) 842-5995 before April 8, 2019 for Reservations and mention Group Code: UTW KING OR DOUBLE ROOM $99.00 PER NIGHT plus tax Please call the local Beaumont number for reservations.

(409) 842-5995 The 1-800 reservation number rooms will not credit towards our school.

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73rd Annual

TWUA North Central Texas Regional School May 18 - 22, 2020  the University of Texas at Arlington

Schedule of Events Monday May 18, 2020

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Effective Instructional Techniques Course Begins, Geoscience Building, Room 100 On-Site Registration and Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up: Nedderman 100 Surface Water I course begins: Woolf Hall 221

6:30 am – 8:00 am 8:00 am – 11:30 am 11:30am – 1:00 pm 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm

On-Site Registration & Pre-Registration Packet Pick- Up: Nedderman 100 All courses in session General Assembly Meeting & Luncheon (Attendance required for full course credit): Bluebonnet Ballroom in EH Hereford University Center All courses in session

8:00 am – 5:00 pm 8:00 am – 12:00 pm 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

TCEQ “A” License Certification Exams: Nedderman 601 All courses in session Lunch: Bluebonnet Ballroom in EH Hereford University Center All courses in session

8:00 am – 12:00 pm 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

All courses in session TCEQ Certification Exams – Pre-registration with TCEQ is required – NO WALK INS Effective Instructional Techniques course in session

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Effective Instructional Techniques course in session

Tuesday May 19, 2020

Wednesday May 20, 2020

Thursday May 21, 2020

Friday May 22, 2020

Information Registration

On-Site Registration and Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up will be in Nedderman 100, Monday, May 18, from 12:00 pm -6:00 pm and Tuesday, May 19, from 6:30 am to 8:00 am. Students that have pre-registered will be able to pick up their registration packets, and students who have not preregistered will need to arrive early enough to complete all registration forms and provide payment. Nedderman Hall is located at 406 Yates Street on the UTA Campus in Arlington, TX.

Parking

Parking is free, but you must register in the UTA MAVpark system.

Go to the parking page use the link to register in the UTA MAVpark system. Student parking is permitted in any student or general lot. Check the parking map online. The Regional School will not pay tickets for parking in unapproved locations or if you fail to register in UTA’s parking system.

If you require special parking considerations, please email us at twuanctrs@gmail.com.

Tobacco Use

UT Arlington is a tobacco‐free campus. Do not smoke or use tobacco products anywhere on campus property.

TCEQ Exams



Application forms for all exams must be submitted to the TCEQ online at least 60 days prior to the exam date.



Applications for Class A exams must be approved through the TCEQ in Austin 30-60 days prior to the Regional School. To obtain an “A” application, call TCEQ: Water - (512) 239-6133; Wastewater - (512) 239-0176



Class A exams will be given Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at 8:00 am in Nedderman Hall, Room 601.



Exams for Classes B, C, and D, Classes I, II and III, water and wastewater licenses, as well as for Laboratory Analysts will be given Thursday, May 21, 2020, at 1:00 pm in Nedderman Hall, Rooms 105 & 106.



Applications for the Lab Analyst exams must be submitted to TWUA prior to the school.



Online payments for exams are accepted at www.tceq.com. No cash will be accepted.



No one will be admitted to the exams without prior submittal and approval of application, payment and positive state issued identification.

NO WALK‐INS will be allowed.

Best Tasting Water Contest

Entries for the Best Tasting Water Contest, sponsored by the North Texas Laboratory Analysts’ Chapter must be submitted at the Information Desk in Nedderman Hall Tuesday, May 19 before 9:00 am. The winner will be announced at Tuesday’s luncheon. The winner of this contest may compete in the statewide contest held at the TWUA Annual School in early 2021.

General Assembly

The General Assembly will be held in conjunction with the Banquet Luncheon on Tuesday in the Bluebonnet Room in the EH Hereford University Center from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Door prizes will be given, and attendance is required to receive full TCEQ course credit.

Additional Information

For more information, including a printable campus map, TCEQ credit info, and course room assignments, please visit our website at www.nctrs.com. If you have any questions, please contact us at twuanctrs@gmail.com.

STUDENT INFORMATION

Name:

Employer:

Address: Name: Phone: Address: Phone: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑

STUDENT City, INFORMATION State, Zip:

Employer: E‐Mail (REQUIRED): City, State, Zip: REGISTRATION SELECTION E‐Mail (REQUIRED):

Before 4/10/20 Basic Water – MEMBER $275 REGISTRATION SELECTION $300 Basic Water – NON‐MEMBER Before Basic Wastewater – MEMBER $275 4/10/20 $300 Basic Wastewater – NON‐MEMBER Basic Water – MEMBER $275 $275 Water Distribution – MEMBER $300 Basic Water – NON‐MEMBER WaterWastewater Distribution––MEMBER NON‐MEMBER $300 Basic $275 $275 Wastewater Collection – MEMBER $300 Basic Wastewater – NON‐MEMBER $300 Wastewater Collection – NON‐MEMBER $275 Water Distribution – MEMBER Wastewater Treatment – MEMBER $275 Water Distribution – NON‐MEMBER $300 $300 Wastewater Collection Treatment––MEMBER NON‐MEMBER $275 Wastewater $275 Activated Sludge – MEMBER $300 Wastewater Collection – NON‐MEMBER Activated Sludge – NON‐MEMBER $300 Wastewater Treatment – MEMBER $275 $275 Surface Water I (24 hr.)

– MEMBER $300 Wastewater Treatment – NON‐MEMBER $300 Surface Water I (24 hr.) –NON‐MEMBER $275 Activated Sludge – MEMBER Surface Water II ––MEMBER $275 Activated Sludge NON‐MEMBER $300 $300 Surface Water II – NON‐MEMBER $275 Surface Water I (24 hr.) – MEMBER $275 Groundwater Prod.

– MEMBER $300 Surface Water I (24 hr.) –NON‐MEMBER Groundwater – NON‐MEMBER $300 Surface WaterProd.

II – MEMBER $275 $275 Water – MEMBER $300 SurfaceLab Water II – NON‐MEMBER $300 Water Lab – NON‐MEMBER $275 Groundwater Prod. – MEMBER Wastewater Lab – MEMBER $275 Groundwater Prod. – NON‐MEMBER $300 $300 Wastewater Lab – NON‐MEMBER $275 Water Lab – MEMBER $275 UtilitiesLab Calculations – MEMBER $300 Water – NON‐MEMBER Utilities Calculations – NON‐MEMBER $300 Wastewater Lab – MEMBER $275 $275 Utilities Safety – MEMBER $300 Wastewater Lab – NON‐MEMBER $300 Utilities Calculations Safety – NON‐MEMBER $275 Utilities – MEMBER Utilities MEMBER $275 Utilities Management Calculations – –NON‐MEMBER $300 $300 Utilities Management – NON‐MEMBER $275 Utilities Safety – MEMBER $275 Valve & Hydrant Maint.

– MEMBER $300 Utilities Safety – NON‐MEMBER Valve & Management Hydrant Maint.

– NON‐MEMBER $300 Utilities – MEMBER $275 $275 Pumps Pumping – MEMBER $300 Utilities&Management – NON‐MEMBER $300 Pumps & Pumping – NON‐MEMBER $275 Valve & Hydrant Maint. – MEMBER $275 CSI/CC Ctrl.

– MEMBER Valve & Hydrant Maint. – NON‐MEMBER $300 $300 CSI/CC Ctrl.

– NON‐MEMBER $275 Pumps & Pumping – MEMBER Effective Techniques (40 hr) – $525 $300 Pumps & Instructional Pumping – NON‐MEMBER MEMBER $275 CSI/CC Ctrl. – MEMBER Effective Instructional Techniques (40 hr) – $550 $300 CSI/CC Ctrl. – NON‐MEMBER NON‐MEMBER Effective Instructional Techniques (40 hr) – $525 MEMBER Effective Instructional Techniques (40 hr) – $550 NON‐MEMBER

On/After 4/10/20 $300 $325 On/After $300 4/10/20 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $300 $325 $325 $300 $550 $325 $300 $575 $325 $550 $575

PAYMENT METHOD

❑ Pay by check, payable to TWUA – NCT Region ❑ Visa ❑MasterCard ❑AMEX ❑Discover

Name on Card:

PAYMENT METHOD

❑ Pay by check, payable to TWUA – NCT Region

Card #:❑MasterCard ❑AMEX ❑Discover ❑ Visa Exp: on Card: Name Billing Card #:Addr.:

Security Code:

City, Exp: State, Zip: E‐Mail: Billing Addr.:

Security Code:

Phone: City, State, Zip: Please E‐Mail: make sure your billing address is entered as it appears on your billing statement. Cards will not process without the Phone: correct address.

SUBMITTAL Please make sure REGISTRATION your billing address is entered as it appears Submit your completed registration one of the following on your billing statement. Cards willform not via process without the methods: correct address.

E‐Mail: twuanctrs@gmail.com SUBMITTAL Mail: TWUA – REGISTRATION NCT Region, PO Box 985, Arlington, TX 76004 Submit your completed registration form via one of the following REFUND/SUBSTITUTION POLICY methods: Substitutions may be madetwuanctrs@gmail.com before the event, at no charge.

E‐Mail: Substitutions made at the eventPO will be985, subject to a $25 Mail: TWUA – NCT Region, Box Arlington, TXfee.

76004 Refunds will only be allowed before the event and will be less all REFUND/SUBSTITUTION POLICY credit card fees (3.95% processing 3.95% refund processing) Substitutions may be made before and the event, at no charge. and the registration fee of $3.60.

Please e‐mail any refund and Substitutions made at the event will be subject to a $25 fee. substitution to twuanctrs@gmail.com.

Refunds will requests only be allowed before the event and will be less all

TWUA MEMBER credit card fees (3.95% processing and STATUS 3.95% refund processing) All TWUA member registrations will be validated before theand event. and the registration fee of $3.60. Please e‐mail any refund If you indicate that you a member, but are not a current substitution requests toare twuanctrs@gmail.com. member, you will beTWUA billed the additional registration fee amount.

MEMBER STATUS This must member be paid before you receive TCEQ creditbefore for attending All TWUA registrations will be validated the event. the class.

To check your member status, call the Central Office at If you indicate that you are a member, but are not a current 512‐459‐3124. member, you will be billed the additional registration fee amount.

COURSE SCHEDULE This must be paid before you receive TCEQ credit for attending Effective Techniques is a 40‐hour will at the class.Instructional To check your member status, call thecourse.

CentralIt Office begin at 8:00am on Monday, May 18, 2020 512‐459‐3124.

COURSE SCHEDULE

Surface I is a 24‐hour course. will begincourse. at 1:00pm EffectiveWater Instructional Techniques is It a 40‐hour It willon Monday, May 18,on 2020 begin at 8:00am Monday, May 18, 2020 All otherWater courses 20‐hours, and will begin at 8:00am on on Surface I isare a 24‐hour course.

It will begin at 1:00pm Tuesday May 19, 2020 Monday, May 18, 2020 All other courses are 20‐hours, and will begin at 8:00am on Tuesday May 19, 2020

Please visit our website at www.nctrs.com or email us at twuanctrs@gmail.com for more information.

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Please visit our website at www.nctrs.com or email us at twuanctrs@gmail.com for more information.

TEXAS WATER UTILITIES ASSOCIATION

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TCEQ JANUARY LICENSES BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTER

SOSA, JULIO WINKLER, MICHAEL B

ADAMS, MICHELLE D ALFARO, DAVID DELEON ALLEN, THURMAN JR AWTREY, ZACHARY DREW BARNETT, KEVIN JAY BLACKBURN, MICHAEL W BLACKWELL, LARAMIE L BOBALIK, SEAN D BRADLEY, ELIJAH M JR CALVERT, RICHARD C CRUZ, OSMAN CULVER, CALEB EARY, CORY EDINGTON, JIMMY ESPARZA, KELLI H FOLSE, MICHAEL R GALVAN, EUSEBIO III GARCIA, TITO JR GOMEZ, GABRIEL GONZALES, FABIAN HAMMACK, LAURIE MARIE HERNANDEZ, JOHN EDWARD JIMENEZ, JESUS RAFAEL JOBE, BRADLEY JOHN, JACKSON PHILLIP JOHNSON, BRYAN A KING, DONALD E KNOBLOCH, JACQUELYN M LUNSTRUM, MAX L MACEDO, ADRIAN MARTINEZ, JOSE F MCNUTT, BYRON L MEGREW, ROBERT C MONGE, KEVIN F MOYA, MARIO ALBERTO MYERS, RONALD ASHTON NAVARRETE, DANIEL PARNELL, KENNETH RYAN PHILLIPS, WILLIAM MARCUS QUILTY, JUSTIN P SHERWOOD, JASON M TERAN, OVIDIO THURMAN, DAVID L JR TITUS, JONATHAN LEE

GROUND WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR

CUSTOMER SERVICE INSPECTOR BAUGUS, STEVEN D BOWERS, ROBERT B CLARK, KEVIN A DAWSON, MICHAEL J GAGE, JOSEPH W GONZALES, JOSEPH R GRANGER, BARREN L GUERRA, ROBERT H HERNANDEZ, JOHN EDWARD INGRAM, MICHAEL T KISNER, ETHAN H LABAY, MIKE W LUNSTRUM, MAX L LYNCH, ROBERT G MCDONALD, BRENT W RILEY, MELVIN SMITH, JEREMY S

CLASS B DETTMER, STEVEN T GILSON, RICKY D HEREDIA, ANTONIO SIMIEN, CHRISTOPHER M WEATHERS, CHRIS L CLASS C ALEJO, ABEL ALEXANDER, KUTTER ALVAREZ, ALEX A ANDERSON, LEONARD A SR BUSTAMANTE, JACOB G CARMAN, JUSTIN M DOWDLE, JEFFERY S FRITSCHE, CHANCE W GUARDADO, RICARDO HOMESLEY, CASEY J HUYNH, THEODORE REYNOLD JINGLE, CHRISTOPHER KITTERMAN, ROBERT M LUNSTRUM, MAX L LUTTRELL, SHAWN M MCBRIDE, CHASE M NANCE, ETHAN R PARKER, CHAD COLEMAN PATTERSON, PRESTON COLE PINALES, GREGORY RAMIREZ, ISAAC RENE SCEARCE, CHRISTOPHER M STEPTOE, JASON TYLER, DAVID WILLEFORD, ZACHARY R WILLIAMS, BOBBY D SURFACE WATER TREATMENT OPERATOR CLASS B BATTENFIELD, LONNY K BERMUDEZ, JOE E BRIDWELL, JASON B DREHER, PIERRE RAPHAEL GIBSON, ASHLEY E KRUGER, TRAVIS A RODRIGUEZ, MARTIN J ROSE, JOHN C SOTO, ALBERT JR WHITE, JAMES B WILLIS, DELL L CLASS C BRADFORD, DEAN H CAGLE, CHRISTOPHER DANIEL CHAVEZFIERRO, ROBERTO GONZALEZ, JOHN NICHOLAS

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GRIFFIE, JAMES R JR HERNANDEZ, MATTHEW A HOLMES, KEDERRICK RASHAD HOOKER, DAVID C JANEWAY, SAMUEL MANN, MARK WILLIAM MCPHATE, JOHN BOYCE MICHAEL, ROBERT MILLER, NICHOLAS PITTS, JACOB PYLES, BRIAN AUBREY REBOLLEDO, LUIS F WATER DISTRIBUTION OPERATOR CLASS B CASTLE, MATTHEW D DAVIS, TYLER L FERGUSON, JAMES W LAMB, WILLIAM M PORRAS, JUAN A RATLIFF, BRONSON T SWENSON, TREVOR R VENABLE, JOSHUA R WEBB, OTILIA A CLASS C APPEL, JACQUELEN ARCHER, CECIL G BALL, TRAVIS C CONTRERAS, JOSHUA J CUELLAR, JUAN A DAFFERN, JAMES T FARRELL, CONNOR JEFFREY GALINDO, ANTONIO A JR GIVENS, DERRICK D GRANDSTAFF, JAMES GRIFFITH, AARON JACOB GUZMAN, MIGUEL ANGEL HALLMARK, ELTON H HANDLEY, JOHN HELTON-FAIR, DEVIN A HOLMES, SCOTT A JACKSON, ROBERT M JIMENEZ, JESSE MCCUTCHEN, GREGORY DALLAS MENA-TORRES, EDWIN MULLINS, JEFF NELSON PAEZ, JOSE J PASILLAS, JEFF QUINTANILLA, JOSE A RAMIREZ, ALEXIS REECE, TYE SEABOLT, TYLER B JR TALFORD, JOSEPH L SR VILLARREAL, RAMON R WHEELER, CODY A WATER OPERATOR CLASS A BASS, JAMES N JACOBA, MICHAEL P

SUTTON, CLINT E TANNER, THADDEOUS H TAWATER, WILLIAM D CLASS D ASKINS, JASON BACON, JAMES BARAN, TRAVIS DANIEL BARTLEY, CASEY EARL BEARD, LOGAN CAMRYN BLAKEMORE, KEVIN TREMEL BORAK, JUSTIN BOYD, QUADTAYE BRACKIN, WILLIAM BRADDICK, HUNTER CREG BRANCH, JERMAINE ALLYNN BRAUN, GREGORY WILLIAM BUNDY, LAN BURKHALTER, LEROY DEUANE CAMPOS, ALEJANDRO CANTU, SERVANDO MANUEL CARBAJAL, PABLO CARDENAS, MARILU CARMAN, MARCELINA M CARRANZA, JEOVANNY DE JESUS CARRILLO, VICTOR ANTONIO CARTER, RICHARD CHAVEZ, OMAR FERNANDO CHEEK, ADAM CHASE CISNEROS, RUDY CRUMPLER, TIMOTHY CHARLES DAHLEM, KELLY DEBIBAR, VICTOR DELEON, ERIK DANIEL DUNBAR, KIMBERLY DUROCHER, JUSTIN LEE ELLINGTON, HENRY DALE ESCAMILLA, PAUL EVANS, JOHN DUANE FAIRCLOTH, BLAKE FLORES, ENRIQUE FORD, MARY GARCIA, NOEL GARZA, EDUARDO GARZA, ROBERT GIRARD, ELLIOT GONZALEZ, RODRIGO GOULD, ALAN D GUTIERREZ, ALEX HANKS, SHERYL L HARVEY, BLAKELY D HECKATHORN, MICHAEL KADE HENDERSON, TIMOTHY HOBBS, AUDREY WHITWORTH HOLLOWAY, ZACHARY RAY HORTON, JACOB DAKOTA JOHNSON, ADRIAN DEWAYNE JOHNSON, JEREMY JORDEN, KIRK ALLEN KAISER, BROOKE ALEXIS LAWRENCE, TRISTON TYLOR LEE, CHRIS LEWIS, DARRIS BRANDON LOGAN, DALE LYNN JR LOPEZ, LUIS M

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TCEQ JANUARY LICENSES MADISON, TYLER MAHAFFEY, KYLE MAKASINI, TEVITA MALDONADO, GUSTAVO MARTINEZ, ERIC R MARTINEZ, JOSE DANIEL MCGEE, ALTA O MCILRAITH, JAY MELCHOR, JONATHAN MELENDREZ, GABRIEL JOE MELIA, RICHARD MORRIS, ANDREW SHANE NICHOLS, TREVOR NORMAN, TORY OBREGON, LESLIE ONTIVEROS, ERICK ORTIZ, TELLY R OVERTON, MICHAEL EDWARD OWENS, MATTHEW WALTER PACHECO, THOMAS PALACIOS, DANIEL PARKS, DANIEL PAUKERT, MICHAEL LEE PEREZNEGRON, DANIEL PERKINS, KEVIN PETREA, TERRY W PRATTE, WILLIAM EUGENE PURPERA, ROBERT RALEIGH, CYNTHIA RAMIREZ, BENIGNO RIVAS, CAMERINO RIVERA, JUAN M ROBLES, CHRISTIAN RAY SALAZAR, DAVID SALAZAR, PETE SANCHEZ, ANTONIO SHAFER, RYAN WILLIAM SIMS, MOSES SKAGGS, JACQUELINE WEAVER, JUSTIN COLE WILLHOIT, SARA WILLIAMS, JAMIE WILSON, DANIEL GEORGE ZIMMERMAN, CHANCE ZIMMERMAN, JACOB R WASTEWATER COLLECTION OPERATOR Collections I BIRDWELL, TIMOTHY WAYNE BOLLING, JAMES BROWN, TANNER L CASAREZ, JOHN D JR CASTILLO, DAVID CASTRO, ADRIAN CHURCH, NATHAN CANNON CORN, MITCH GRAHAM FOREMAN, PARKER D GONZALEZ, CESAR A GOULD, CORY HERNANDEZ, DAMIAN ANDREW JOHNSON, RAYVIN L JOHNSON, RONALD MATTHEW JONES, ANDREW STERLING LEE, CHRIS

March 2020

LEWIS, MASON LEVI LUGO, ESTEBAN MASSEY, JUSTIN K MERINO ALVARADO, OSWALDO ADALBERTO NELSON, RONALD JOE PARSONS, JOSHUA J PERKOVICH, KENNETH A RIRIA, JIMMY E ROCK, RONALD P RODGERS, THOMAS JACOB SIMIEN, CHRISTOPHER M STENNETT, TERRY D JR TORRES, RODOLFO G VASQUEZ, GIOVANNI A VEAZEY, COLBY A Collections II BATES, ANTHONY P JR CAPETILLO, ROBERTO FETTIG, SCOTT FLORES, TEODULO R GONZALEZ, FERNANDO E JR GRIFFIN, SAMUEL HOLMES, SCOTT A KING, MARCIANO D MACIAS, ERIC W MOORE, DONALD M ODOM, SETH ANDREW PARKER, JUSTIN L RAMSEY, DAMAURIO D URESTE, LOUIE SR Collections III DAVIS, JOSH LIN DEVLIEGER, JOSHUA E DOWNING, ALEX S RENDON, JOSEPH B WASTEWATER TREATMENT OPERATOR License Level: A SANCHEZ, HECTOR M WALTHER, MAX W III CLASS B DOUGLASS, DAVID E GARDNER, TOMMY R GONZALES, JOE HOFFMAN, DUSTIN H JORDY, GEORGE A LAMBERT, JUSTIN S PADILLA, JEFFREY S RAINES, ANTHONY W RENTERIA, HECTOR E JR SALAZAR, JOSEPH D STARKS, JARELL K VINCENT, RYAN P VONLINDENBERG, KARL VERNON WAGNER, MARK M YE, XUERUI J ZAPATA, ALEXANDER

CLASS C ABRAMS, NATHAN MICHAEL FORREST BOWMAN, ZACHARY BURROUGHS, MICHAEL CANNON, KAYLIN JEAN CURRY, JAMES A EVANS, PHILLIP RAY FOSTER, PHILLIP H III HICKS, JOE HILL, TAYLOR L HILLIARD, BRIAN D KENNADY, CHARLES D MARTINEZ, PHILLIPH J MARTINEZCASTRO, JONATHAN NUNN, ANTHONY M OROZCO RODRIGUEZ, JOSHUA PARKER, LARRY POE, ANDREW W RAMIREZ, TOMAS E SAUNCHEZ, ANTHONY V SIFUENTES, RICHARD JR TERRY, MARK S WEGMAN, KRISTOPHER J WEIMER, VINSON A WHORTON, DEMETRIUS P WILKS, MORRIS

EUBANKS, TONI GILLIAM, TERRANCE LEE GRIFFIN, SEAN E HOLDEN, PHILIP MONTGOMERY LEDEZMA, ADAM MARQUEZ, MIGUEL MCDADE, FREDDIE MORALES, JAVIER FRANSICO MUZQUIZ, GIOVANNA OLDHAM, AARON M OVIEDO, JUSTIN PACHECO, MATTHEW D PARKER, THOMAS BRADLEE PARKS, DANIEL PEEK, SHAWN THOMAS PINEDO, ERNESTO RAMIREZ, DANIEL RAMIREZ, JOSE ROSE, ZACKARY SR SALAZAR, PETE SKIVER, BENJAMIN REID TROIANI, FRANK VILLAREAL, SANTIAGO JAMES WEATHERALL, ULYSSES WILLIAMS, BILLY WRIGHT, AUSTIN ZAMBRANO, AMADO JR ZIMMERMAN, JACOB R ZUNDT, TIMOTHY LEE

CLASS D ADUKANLE, OYETUNDE ANDERSON, JERRY L II ARREOLA, ELPIDIO ASHLEY, WILLIAM ARTHUR BRYANT, TREVOR C BUTLER, MATT CALHOUN, BARRY LYNN CAMAC, ROBERT GENE CAMPA, TONY ROBERT CHRISTENSEN, JUSTIN LEE COOPER, SHAWN L CORTEZ, DOMINGO COUTURE, SEAN M CUELLAR, MICHAEL CUMBY, JENNIFER L DIETER, DANIEL ALLAN

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TWUA CLASSIFIED ADS DISTRIBUTION / COLLECTIONS OPERATOR Kerrville, Texas The City of Kerrville is seeking qualified applicants for full time Distribution/Collection Operators. Responsible for providing assistance with maintenance, repair and installation of the City water and wastewater systems. Visit www.kerrvilletx.gov to view the complete job description and instructions for applying. An Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.

treatment, and fire protection to the Town of Trophy Club and parts of Solana in the Town of Westlake. The District is governed by a five-member Board and appoints a General Manager who serves as Chief Administrative Officer for the District and is responsible to the Board of Directors and public for the proper administration of all district affairs, including leadership, planning, and organization in the operation, maintenance, personnel management, and capital improvements of water distribution, wastewater collection and treatment, and municipal fire department facilities.

supervising work programs is strongly desired.

Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

The District seeks an honest, trustworthy, high energy General Manager of high integrity with strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills. The selected candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, accounting, public administration, water utility management, engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus. A minimum of 10 years in a managerial capacity in a water and wastewater utility is preferred. Demonstrated experience with utility management, planning, organizing, creating, and managing annual operating and capital budgets, review and approval of expenses/payroll, and implementing and

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Please apply online through SGR at: http://bit. ly/SGRCurrentSearches For more information on this position contact: Doug Thomas, Senior Vice President Strategic Government Resources

Salary $ 14.56 Hourly City of Kerrville Human Resoucres 830.258.1505 Fax resume and salary requirements to: 830.792.8346 Email resume and salary requirements to: jobs@kerrvilletx.gov GENERAL MANAGER Trophy Club, Texas Trophy Club Municipal Utility District No. 1 (the “District”) provides water, wastewater

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