10 Expert Tips To Ensure Safe Sewer Cleaning Municipalities must safely clean and maintain many miles of sewer line annually to eliminate blockages and prevent sanitary sewer overflows, which are regulated by the U.S. EPA. However, the use of high-pressure equipment in underground sewers can be dangerous unless operators are well trained and fully understand the hazards. more

Addressing Public Water System Cybersecurity in Sanitary Surveys May 24, 2023, 1:00 - 2:00pm ET EPA will be hosting a free cybersecurity webinar for public water system personnel. You will gain vital information about the recently released memorandum Addressing Public Water System Cybersecurity in Sanitary Surveys or an Alternate Process. more

Three-Part Documentary Spotlights PFAS, Drought, And Infrastructure Issues Professionals in the drinking water treatment industry are well aware of the many challenges in delivering clean effluent to consumers every day. But soon, with a high-profile documentary series in the works, those issues will be under a much bigger spotlight. more

Condition Assessment Planning Hinges On Knowledge & Understanding Of Key Objectives And Budget Across the world many utilities are facing challenges of aging infrastructure in their drinking water distribution systems. To be able to continue to serve their communities and customers, utilities have been putting an increasing emphasis on effective asset management planning for sustainable asset management. more

Congressional lawmakers urge EPA to act fast on PFAS A group of 31 lawmakers is calling on the Biden administration to move faster in its efforts to address the release of toxic chemicals into water. more

Water quality must be a focus of 2023 farm bill As Congress begins to consider this year’s farm bill, it is more important than ever that they recognize the intrinsic connection between our agricultural lands and water quality. more

House agrees to Senate language on septic tank, Florida Forever package | Florida Politics The bill bans new septic tanks in several environmentally sensitive areas. more

Start your pre-season preparations during Hurricane Preparedness Week | Okeechobee News Hurricane season begins on June 1, and it is important for all of us living in Florida to begin our pre-season preparations now. more

Oakland seeks loan for alternative water project | West Orange Times & Observer The Oakland Town Commission approved at its April 25 meeting the pursuit of a state revolving fund loan to help pay for the design and, possibly, construction of an alternative water facility. Residents currently only have the option of using potable water for their irrigation needs. more

Sanibel residents raise homes to combat future flooding from hurricanes | NBC-2 Are you building back better from Hurricane Ian’s wrath? With construction pains and heavy costs, some are seeking alternative routes when it comes to flood protection. more

Florida's dams lack emergency plans in case of failure despite 'high hazard' risks  The Pinellas County park offers great fishing, trails and scenic place to escape, but despite how serene the scene may be, there’s an inherent risk every time a major storm comes. more

Traffic delays expected in Florida Keys due to water pipeline construction - WLRN The Florida Keys water utility is beginning the long process of replacing its only pipeline for drinking water and it’s going to mean travel delays for motorists on the Overseas Highway for the foreseeable future. more

Budget conference: Keys emergency water facility nets $5M in Senate 'sprinkle list' - Florida Politics The funding set-aside is less than half of what the two state lawmakers who represent the area requested. more

Governor Ron DeSantis' Request for Major Disaster Declaration Approved  Governor Ron DeSantis’ request for a Major Disaster Declaration in response to unprecedented flooding in Broward County was approved by the White House. more

Big improvements coming to city of Tampa with wastewater infrastructure update - YouTube more

Fitch Revises Outlook of Palm Coast, FL's Utility System Revs to Positive; Affirms 'AA' Rating Fitch Ratings - New York - 02 May 2023: Fitch Ratings has affirmed the 'AA' ratings on Palm Coast, FL obligations. more

Legislature signs off on up to $25M for Apalachicola Bay water quality | Florida Politics Up to $25 million could be on the way for Apalachicola as the Legislature passed a bill to enhance water quality in the area. more

Southwest Florida lawmakers cheer Hurricane Ian, Nicole funding | Florida Politics In the wake of a historic hurricane, Southwest Florida lawmakers shared a single budget priority this year. With a budget now finalized and awaiting a vote on the floor, storm recovery was the key concern for many. more

Budget conference: $4.3M flows from Senate, House ‘sprinkle lists’ to septic-to-sewer projects | Florida Politics Four septic-to-sewer conversion projects across Florida are in line to be flush with a combined $4.3 million in last-minute, nonrecurring Senate and House funding allocations. more

Governor Approves $100M in Grants for Hurricane Stormwater and Wastewater Recovery Governor DeSantis has signed off on $100 in grant funding for 16 Florida counties whose storm or wastewater management systems were damaged by either Hurricane Ian or Hurricane Nicole last year. more

Budget conference: St. Johns County gets sea level rise mitigation money | Florida Politics House and Senate budget conference chairs have agreed to send $17.5 million to St. Johns County for two projects dealing with erosion and sea level rise. more

Biosolid refinement bill glides to Senate | Florida Politics Legislation to encourage better refinement of human solid waste is on its way to the Senate after passing the House this week. more

Drought conditions improving on the Treasure Coast after significant rainfall | WPTV There have been significant improvements in the drought situation on the Treasure Coast in Martin and St. Lucie counties. Drought conditions have dropped from severe to moderate after rain flooded parts of St. Lucie County this week. more