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SUMMARY:Joint Utility Management Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The Utility Management Seminar will be hosted on February 4th at Bowen Engineering\, Indianapolis\, IN. \nSCHEDULE\n\n\n\n8:45 AM\nOPENING REMARKS\n\n\n9:00 AM\nCountdown to LCRI Compliance – What Indiana Water Systems Need to Know (Maddie Brogan\, 120Water)\n\n\n10:00 AM\nAsset Management Plans (Kurt Wanninger\, Wessler Engineering)\n\n\n10:30 AM\nData Driven Communication to Support Sewer Rate Adjustments: A Case Study from Portage Indiana (Jim Kelleher\, APX 10)\n\n\n11:00 AM\nBREAK\n\n\n11:15 AM\nHomegrown Professional Development and More (Ashley Getz\, Columbus City Utilities)\n\n\n12:15 PM\nLUNCH\n\n\n1:00 PM\nHow Workplace Challenges and Resource Management Can Impede an Effective Asset Management Program (Darrell Thomas & Bret Doub\, CHA Consulting)\n\n\n2:00 PM\nUpdated utility statewide rates and the future capital planning-Financially Preparing our communities (Kimberlee Savick\, Baker Tilly)\n\n\n3:00 PM\nIDEM Updates\n\n\n4:00 PM\nCLOSING REMARKS\n\n\n\n*This event is currently pending for CEUs & PDHs \n  \n REGISTER HERE\nMembers $110 | Nonmembers $220 \n 
URL:https://indianawea.org/event/jums-2026/
LOCATION:Bowen Engineering\, 8802 N. Meridian St.\, Indianapolis\, Indiana\, 46260
CATEGORIES:Utility Management
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SUMMARY:WWETT 2026
DESCRIPTION:The WWETT Show brings together 12\,000 wastewater and environmental service professionals for an unmatched accredited educational program\, a full slate of live demos\, an array of networking opportunities and an extensive expo floor where buyers and sellers come together to see and experience the latest product innovations and technology. \nIWEA members receive a special registration rate to WWETT 2026. \n20% Off an Expo Hall and Conference Pass \nUse code PARTNER84129 when you register at wwettshow.com. \n*Discount available to new registrations only
URL:https://indianawea.org/event/wwett-2026/
LOCATION:Indiana Convention Center\, 100 S Capitol Avenue\, Indianapolis\, 46225\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Construction Observation Course
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for February 24th-26th for the IWEA Construction Observation Course. This 3-day course provides a basic overview of inspection and observation requirements for sewer and water construction. It is taught from the Inspection Manual for Sewer and Water Construction which was prepared by the IWEA Collection Systems Committee and IUPUI. Each person successfully completing the course (70% or higher on the final exam) will receive a Certificate from the IWEA. \nWho Should Attend\nThe course is intended for people involved in construction inspection or construction supervision\, whether employed by a municipality\, engineering firm\, utility\, or construction firm. \nSchedule\n\n\n\nDay 1: 8:00 – 10:00\nInspector Duties and Record Keeping\n\n\nDay 1: 10:00 – 5:00\nUnderground Pipeline Construction\n\n\nDay 2: 8:00 – 10:00\nSoil Erosion Control (Rule 5)\n\n\nDay 2: 10:00 – 12:00\nSite Safety\n\n\nDay 2: 1:00 – 5:00\nUnderground Pipeline Repair and Rehabilitation\n\n\nDay 3: 8:00 – 10:00\nConcrete and Asphalt Construction\n\n\nDay 3: 10:00 – 12:00\nPump Stations\n\n\nDay 3: 1:00 – 5:00\nFinal Exam\n\n\n\nThis course has been approved for 20 Drinking Water CEUs & Engineering PDHs and is currently pending for 20 Wastewater CEUs. \nRegistration for this course is now CLOSED. Please reach out to staff if you have any concerns. 
URL:https://indianawea.org/event/construction-observation-course-2026/
LOCATION:Bowen Engineering\, 8802 N. Meridian St.\, Indianapolis\, Indiana\, 46260
CATEGORIES:Collection Systems,Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260305T080000
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SUMMARY:2026 Technical Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 IWEA Technical Conference will bring together water environment professionals for a full day of innovation\, practical problem‑solving\, and industry insights across Collection Systems\, Operations & Maintenance\, Residuals & Resource Recovery\, and Stormwater. With a keynote from Professor Linda Lee\, 2 concurrent technical tracks\, and 2 chances to for a short tour of the Merrell Bros. facility\, this conference highlights real‑world case studies\, emerging technologies\, data‑driven decision‑making\, regulatory updates\, and hands‑on operational strategies designed to help utilities improve performance. \n\nHighlights include: \n\nOptimized screening & primary treatment\nAI‑enabled inspection data\nA case study from Logansport Utility\nSmarter force main strategies\nOdor & corrosion control\nUpdate on 327 IAC 6.1 land application rule changes\n\n\nRegistration is now CLOSED. On-site registration will be available. Please plan to arrive around 7:30 AM so you can be registered before the first sessions begin. \n\nSchedule\nAttendees are approved to receive a maximum of 7.0 CEUs/PDHs. Technical vs. General credits for WW are indicated below. All DW credits are general. \n\n\n\n\nTRACK 1\nTRACK 2\nTRACK 3\n\n\n7:30-8:00 AM\nREGISTRATION (30 min)\n\n\n8:00-8:55 AM\nKEYNOTE ADDRESS: PFAS in Agriculture Systems: Challenges and Potential Solutions\, Professor Linda Lee – 1.0 Tech\n\n\n9:00-9:25 AM\nLogansport Utility Optimized Both Normal and Peak Flow Screening – Steve Aiken\, Duperon – 0.5 Tech\nAdvancements in Primary Treatment – Moving Beyond Clarification – Robert Wiley\, Nuove Energie USA Inc – 0.5 Tech\n\n\n\n9:30 – 9:55 AM\nData-Driven Communication to Support Sewer Rate Adjustments: A Case Study from Portage\, Indiana – James Kelleher\, APX10 – 0.5 Gen\nRecap from Visiting Five Biosolids Dryer Installations In Wisconsin – Philip Teague\, Jones & Henry Engineers\, Ltd. – 0.5 Gen\n\n\n\n9:55-10:15 AM\nMORNING BREAK (20 Min)\n\n\n10:15-11:05 AM\nSmarter Force Main Inspection Strategies – Francisco Sobral\, RJN Group – 1.0 Tech\nHow to Select The Most Effective Blower Technology – Bob Kisler\, Hoffman & Lamson – 1.0 Tech\nCurrent State of Biosolids Across the Nation – Merrell Bros. – 1.0 Tech\n\n\n11:10 -11:35 AM\nFlush the Guesswork: Video SOPs That Keep Operations Flowing – Tara Washington\, City of Carmel & RJ Phillips\, Carmel WWTP – 0.5 Tech\nCutting Maintenance Burden in Municipal Sludge Dewatering – Alex Martynenko\, Esmil Group/USA & Randy Burns\, Esmil Group/USA – 0.5 Gen\n\n\n\n11:35-12:50 PM\nLUNCH & PRESENTATION (50 min): 327 IAC 6.1 Land Application Proposed Rule Changes – Morrighan O’Connell\, IDEM & Brenda Stephanoff\, IDEM – 1.0 Gen\n\n\n12:50-1:20 PM\nEXHIBIT HALL (30 Min)\n\n\n1:20-1:45 PM\nOn-Site Sodium Hypochlorite Generation: A Safe and Reliable Disinfection Alternative for Wastewater Treatment and Water Reuse – Tom Caulfield\, Cleanwater1 – 0.5 Gen\nFROG Initiative – Edward Basquill\, Lebanon Utilities – 0.5 Gen\n\n\n\n1:50-2:40 PM\nLift Station Preventative Maintenance – Zach Crouse\, Indiana Pump Works\, LLC – 1.0 Tech\nDeveloping a True GIS Data Program – Jeff Weaver\, Abonmarche – 1.0 Gen\nBiosolids in Practice: Land Application Equipment and Class A Reuse Options – Merrell Bros. – 1.0 Tech\n\n\n2:40-3:00 PM\nAFTERNOON BREAK (20 Min)\n\n\n3:00-3:25 PM\nA Strategic Full System Analysis for Odor and Corrosion Control: Sellersburg\, Indiana – Jarus Cox\, Source Technologies & Doug Van Joy\, Source Technologies – 0.5 Tech\nA SCWO Demo: How Supercritical Water Oxidation is Transforming Waste Management in Orlando\, FL – Naomi Senehi\, 374Water – 0.5 Tech\n\n\n\n3:30-3:55 PM\nHighway to Hellacious Sulfide – Jarus Cox\, Source Technologies & Doug Van Joy\, Source Technologies – 0.5 Tech\nProtecting our Watersheds – Reggie Korthals\, MPA/JD\, MS4CECI\, OHM Advisors; Indiana MS4 Stormwater Partnership – 0.5 Gen – Cancelled\n\n\n\n3:55-4:30 PM\nCHECK OUT/ SIGN CEU FORMS (~30 min)\n\n\n\n**No refunds will be given after 14 days prior to the event.**
URL:https://indianawea.org/event/technical-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Merrell Brothers\, 8811 W 500 N\, Kokomo\, IN\, 46901
CATEGORIES:Committees,Conferences,Courses,Laboratory,Operations & Maintenance,Residuals & Resource Recovery Committee
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260518T120000
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SUMMARY:Wastewater Challenge
DESCRIPTION:The Wastewater Challenge is a day of hands-on events designed to test and stretch your how-to knowledge of wastewater. It takes a team to rise to the challenges created by the Laboratory\, Operations & Maintenance\, Residuals & Resource Recovery\, Collection Systems\, Pretreatment\, and Safety committees. Competitive Teams rely on their wits\, experience\, and diverse members for the high score that will take them to WEFTEC to represent Indiana. \nThis year\, IWEA is excited to bring back a TWO-DAY event for 2026! The competition will take place on BOTH May 18th and 19th. Competitors must be present both days to participate. So grab your team and get ready for two full days of excitement! \nThe top competitive team in the IWEA Wastewater Challenge will receive up to $10\,000 in funds to help send them to the WEFTEC Ops Challenge in New Orleans this fall! The second place team will receive a $5\,000 credit to be used within IWEA to either attend WEFTEC or another IWEA event. \n REGISTER HERE\n\n\n\nWatch this video to see what it’s all about!\n  \n\n\nSCHEDULE (times subject to change)\nMonday\, May 18th | Day 1 \n\nRegistration | 12:00 PM\nFirst Event | 1:00 PM\nLast Event Concludes | 5:20 PM\nSocial Evening Event\n\nTuesday\, May 19th | Day 2 \n\nRegistration | 7:15 AM\nFirst Event | 8:00 AM\nLast Event Concludes | 12:10 PM\nAwards | 12:30 PM\n\n\nHOTEL BLOCKS\nComing soon!
URL:https://indianawea.org/event/wastewater-challenge-2026/
LOCATION:South Bend WWTP\, 3113 Riverside Dr\, South Bend\, 46628\, United States
CATEGORIES:CIOA,Collection Systems,Committees,IIOA,IWEA Wastewater Challenge,Laboratory,NIOA,NWIOA,Operations & Maintenance,Operator Associations,Pretreatment,Residuals & Resource Recovery Committee,Safety,SIOA
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