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CWEA works to enhance the effectiveness of water environment professionals and to benefit society by protecting and enhancing our water environment.

06/04/2026

Last call for Petaluma!

Join us June 10 for Collection Systems Fundamentals, a full-day workshop designed to help wastewater professionals build confidence in collection system operations and maintenance.

Earn up to 7.8 contact hours, learn from industry expert William Kleinau, CSM4, and connect with fellow professionals from across California.

Breakfast and lunch are included.
Register today before registration closes.

https://bit.ly/4x7hBKd

Photo credit: Adobe stock

06/03/2026

AC26 Learning Continues on OWEN

Whether you attended AC26 or couldn't make it to Sacramento, you can now access conference recordings on demand through CWEA's OWEN platform. Explore curated digital track bundles covering collections reliability, automation and controls, leadership development, and career advancement—all while earning valuable contact hours.

Choose the learning option that works best for you: access all AC26 recordings in one bundle, select a topic-focused track, or purchase individual sessions on demand.

https://owen.mycwea.org/ac26-digital-conference

Thank you to Municipal Maintenance Equipment for sponsoring the AC26 Digital Conference recordings and helping bring valuable professional development opportunities to wastewater professionals across California.

06/02/2026

Making it Work in the Real World: Designing for Constructability, Maintainability, and Operability

Join CWEA SARBS on June 16 in Chino for a full day of practical lessons learned from wastewater professionals on designing facilities that are easier to build, operate, and maintain.

Topics include Pure Water Oceanside operations, facility upgrades and replacements, maintaining compliance during construction, and operability-focused design reviews.

Up to 6.0 Contact Hours.
Register by June 12. Space is limited.
https://bit.ly/4u6PqrV

06/01/2026

Today we're recognizing CWEA's newest members of the Select Society of Sanitary Sludge Shovelers (5S).

5S honors wastewater professionals who have made significant contributions to advancing and protecting the water environment through service, leadership, and industry involvement.

Congratulations to:

• Adam Horch, MME
• Helen Hu, SacSewer
• Justin Peterson, Carollo Engineers
• Josie Tellers, City of Davis
• Norman Woods, City of American Canyon
• John Vogel, Ross Valley Sanitary District
• Guy Yager, Black & Veatch

Thank you for your dedication to the wastewater profession and the communities you serve. We are proud to celebrate your achievements and this well-deserved recognition.

05/28/2026

Congratulations to Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, First Place recipient of the Dr. Jenkins Research Achievement Award.

Their award-winning project, Pilot-Scale Anoxic-Aerobic Tertiary MBR Partial Denitrification-Anammox Process for Water Reuse Applications, demonstrates how research and innovation can advance wastewater treatment and water reuse. Through pilot testing and collaboration, the team developed solutions that can support future cost savings, operational flexibility, and sustainable recycled water programs.

Thank you for your leadership and contributions to the future of wastewater.

Photo credit: SPN Photography

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Monterey One Water, recipient of Plant of the Year – Large.

Monterey One Water continues to demonstrate excellence through reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and innovation across its treatment and water reuse programs. From advanced automation investments to expanding potable reuse efforts, their work reflects a strong commitment to protecting public health and California’s water future.

Thank you for your dedication and leadership in wastewater.

Photo credit: SPN Photography

05/26/2026

Strengthen your electrical troubleshooting skills with this hands-on training from the North Coast Section. Motor Controls and Electrical Panels for Drinking Water and Wastewater Operators is designed for operators and mechanics looking to build practical knowledge in electrical motor control systems while staying aligned with OSHA energized electrical work requirements.

June 17–18 | McKinleyville
16 contact hours
Hands-on exercises with Bill McBroome

Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.

Photo credit: CWEA
https://bit.ly/3RFrZIN

05/25/2026

Congratulations to Dominick Gardiner, First Place recipient for Collection System Person of the Year from the San Francisco Bay Section.

Dominick’s dedication to collection systems maintenance, emergency response, and knowledge-sharing continues to make an impact across the wastewater community. From supporting critical infrastructure operations to mentoring fellow professionals through training and safety education, his work reflects excellence in the field.

Thank you for helping advance the wastewater profession and supporting the people and systems that keep communities running.

Photo credit: SPN Photography

05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, the CWEA office will be closed on Monday, May 25, as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday.

05/21/2026

Congratulations to Central Marin Sanitation Agency, recipient of the Plant of the Year Award in the Medium category.

This award recognizes excellence in compliance, innovation, cost effectiveness, and overall plant performance.

CMSA continues to set a high standard in wastewater treatment operations while providing reliable environmental services to the Marin County community and consistently meeting and exceeding regulatory requirements.

Congratulations on this well-earned recognition.

Photo credit: SPN Photography

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