To protect the health and safety of attendees, this event has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns. The International Symposium on Inorganics encompasses a combination of technical presentations and in-depth discussions on the critical matters related to inorganic contaminants in drinking water. Attendees will gain insights into current and emerging issues related to inorganic contaminants, including sources and occurrence, monitoring and tr...

AWWA’s International Symposia on Potable Reuse and Biological Treatment are co-located to bring together water professionals to discuss the most important and challenging issues associated with these topics. On February 10 & 11, join the leading experts for a proactive discussion on leading-edge research, concepts, practices, policy, and technology related to potable reuse. Participate in facilitated discussions intended to foster co...

This training will describe how a comprehensive threat assessment program can help to prevent mass shootings, school shootings, workplace violence, and other forms of targeted violence that impact communities across the United States. Included is an overview of Secret Service methodologies for preventing assassinations, and a description of how this approach can be adapted to prevent other forms of targeted violence. All content is based on th...

This special educational training event is for all first responders (law enforcement, corrections personnel, firefighters, EMS, 911 dispatchers), allied emergency responders, government officials and communities of practice. Natural and man-made disasters will always be a part of our world. These events are unavoidable. Public safety officials are taxed with additional responsibility when disaster strikes, and they perform duties beyond their...

Join Water Environment Federation, American Water Works Association, and water and wastewater professionals from across North America for the Transformative Issues Symposium on Workforce. Together, we will delve into the 21st-century water and wastewater workforce. This two-day symposium promises to be the most relevant and engaging event you’ll attend on this evolving topic of concern.

Living legend Dolly Parton, presidential historian Jon Meacham and social entrepreneur Wes Moore headline NCSL’s Legislative Summit in Nashville, Aug. 5-8, where America’s state legislatures take center stage.

The 2019 International Symposium on Waterborne Pathogens provides a comprehensive forum to exchange the latest information and cutting-edge ideas related to the critical public health issue of waterborne pathogens. The Symposium explores a holistic approach for addressing the challenges associated with pathogens in drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, reuse and premise plumbing systems. Join the discussion in Tampa to help contribute to bet...

The Fall 2018 IPSA Symposium will bring together public safety officials - law enforcement, fire, EMS, telecommunications, emergency management and allied emergency responders from around the United States and internationally. It will be an amazing networking and learning opportunity for everyone that attends. You will quickly see from the agenda-at-a-glance that we are planning up to seven educational briefings. We promise to bring high-quali...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSEGiven today's ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with active threats and workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization's emergency action plan.A Unique Training OpportunityThe University of Maine at Augusta and the National Protection and Programs Directorate Office of Infrastructure Protection are hosting a one-day Security Workshop to enhance a...

With financing of infrastructure renewal and replacement projects being a significant concern for many water and wastewater utilities, rate increases have been necessary for some utilities to sustainably fund infrastructure projects on an ongoing basis. Rate increases can increase the financial burden on utility customers, particularly low-income customers with the most highly impacted customers dedicating a significant portion of their househ...