SFBS President’s Message It looks like spring is here. After some much needed rain, the skies are blue and CWEA’s annual conference AC18 is just weeks away. At the local level, here are a few key events to watch for… April Dinner Meeting: It’s not too late to register for Continue reading San Francisco Bay Section Newsletter
Preparing for System Outages Who Should Attend Young Professionals, Construction Inspectors and Managers, Contractors, Equipment Vendors, and Owner’s Representatives (Operators, Technicians, Managers, Engineers, Planners, and others) interested in the logistic s of planning for and execu ting system outages. When + Where Postponed till September Registration: 7:30AM to 8:00AM Seminar Continue reading Preparing for System Outages – Postponed
March 16, 2018 SFBS President’s Message: We have a busy schedule over the next few months, with a wide range of networking and training opportunities! A brief schedule follows highlighting some key events. Seminar – Preparing for System Outages: The Professional Development Committee (PDC) is putting on a full day Continue reading San Francisco Bay Section Newsletter
CWEA, San Francisco Bay Section and Santa Clara Valley Section Joint Monthly Dinner Meeting March 8, 2018 Dinner Meeting Topic: EBMUD’s wastewater collection system and wet weather facilities were put to the test following the record winter in 2016/2017. This presentation will review EBMUD’s wastewater facilities and provide insight to Continue reading Joint Monthly Dinner Meeting – 3/08
Annual Evening With Industry & Career Fair Network With Professionals In The Wastewater Industry! Learn about career opportunities in engineering and environmental sciences, get to know local firms and agencies, Develop networking skills, & stay for dinner to get one-on-one time with professionals you met at the career fair! Thursday, February Continue reading Annual Evening with Industry & Career Fair – 2/22
By Gary Warren, EBMUD Recognition of Award Winners at SFBS’ Annual Awards Banquet Congratulations to all the SFBS members and agencies recognized for their hard work and effort over the past year. Our annual awards banquet was held at the Concord Hilton on January 26th, with another record attendance. Over Continue reading SFBS PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Join the San Francisco Bay Section for our Annual Awards Banquet! Help us recognize & celebrate the outstanding work & accomplishments of our section members & organizations over the past year! Friday, January 26th, 2018 SCHEDULE 6:00p Social hour with hours d’oeuvres 7:00p Dinner & Program 9:45p Presentation of door prizes Continue reading 68th Annual Awards Banquet – 01/26/2018
Collection System Technical Certification Preparation Seminar January 17, 2018 Location Joaquin Miller Park 3594 Sanborn Dr. Oakland, CA 94602 Registration: 7:30am – 8:00 am Class: 8:00 am – 2:30 pm (5.5 Contact Hours) Overview This will be an interactive classroom style training that will address where to find study information, Continue reading Collection System Technical Certification Preparation Seminar – 01/17
Join the Students & Young Professionals Committee for Happy Hour! FRIDAY, December 15th, 2017 From 6:00p to 8:00p A round of Happy Hour beverages will be provided along with appetizers! WHERE Modern China 1525 N. Main St. Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Walnut Creek Bart Station Just 0.6 miles from Modern Continue reading SYPC Happy Hour – 12/15
Monthly Dinner Meeting December 7, 2017 “Trends in Disinfection and Water Reuse” Kati will talk about trends in water reuse throughout the country and here in California. She will cover innovations such as data analytics, energy recovery, and creative ideas that utilities are using to make the most of a Continue reading December Dinner Meeting – 12/07
Collection Worker “Your Path to Leadership” November 15th, 2017 Location: City of Antioch Corp. Yard 1201 West 4th Street, Antioch, CA 94509 Registration: 7:30AM – 8:00AM Class: 8:00AM – 2:30PM (5.5 Contact Hours) Overview: This will be an interactive classroom style training that we’ll discuss: Preparing yourself for advancement opportunities; Communication Continue reading Collection Worker “Your Path To Leadership” – 11/15
CWEA, San Francisco Bay Section Monthly Dinner Meeting November 2, 2017 Topic: The Ironhouse Sanitary District Collection System Management Program ISD staff will be providing an overview of their Collection System Management Program, which includes the maintenance of over 30 sewer lift stations and nearly 200 miles of sewer pipelines which service the Continue reading November Dinner Meeting – 11/02
Wastewater Disinfection Seminar The SF Bay Section’s Professional Development Committee is organizing an educational seminar on Wastewater Disinfection on Thursday, November 2, 2017 at Dublin San Ramon Services District (DSRSD). We plan to cover various topics on chlorine, chloramine, peracetic acid, and UV disinfection technologies including disinfection-related math for Operators, Continue reading Wastewater Disinfection Seminar – 11/2 – Sign Up Now!
PLANT OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE (O&M) COMMITTEE Presents a Tour of the City of San Leandro WPCP Wednesday, October 11, 2017 10:00AM to 1:00PM Tour is $25 (CWEA Members) $30 (Non-members) Attendance is limited to 50, so please reserve your spot soon! Reserve your spot by emailing Cyd at WWTPmessages@brentwoodca.gov (or Continue reading Tour City of San Leandro WPCP – 10/11
Monthly Dinner Meeting October 5, 2017 “Engineering” Safety Mike Marzano and Jerry Ledbetter will be presenting about the importance of “Engineering” out safety hazards early on in a project’s design…not only to make it safe during construction, but also safe to maintain for years to come. They will lightheartedly share Continue reading October Dinner Meeting – 10/5
Save the date! SYPC Happy Hour September 28th, 2017 6PM to 8PM @ Ben ‘N Nicks in Oakland Located right next to Rockridge Bart Station, the Students and Young Professionals Committee is hosting a happy hour for all CWEA SFBS members. Come for a beer, stay for the fun! RSVP Continue reading SYPC Happy Hour – 9/28
CWEA/Redwood Empire & SF Bay Sections Certification Preparation Session Tools & Tips for Preparing Prepare for your upcoming CWEA certification exam by participating in this interactive session. Our trained moderators will share how to use the many resources and tools to get you on the path to your certification. You’ll Continue reading SFBS-RES Certification Preparation Session – 9/22
CCTV Inspection/Data Collection “Why It Is Important, How It Is Used” September 20, 2017 Overview: This will be an interactive classroom style training that will discuss, The importance of quality CCTV data and how it is used to make O&M, Point Repair, Line Replacement, and Capacity Restoration Decisions. Where: Central Contra Costa Continue reading CCTV Inspection/Data Collection – 9/20
CWEA, San Francisco Bay Section and Redwood Empire Section Joint Monthly Dinner Meeting September 14, 2017 Topic: Keeping Things Flowing While Under Construction West County Wastewater District is nearing completion of seven construction projects at their 12.5 MGD Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP). The projects, which were developed as part Continue reading September Dinner Meeting – 9/14
Created by BACWA in 2010 to honor Arleen Navarret’s outstanding contributions to improving the health of the San Francisco Bay, the Leadership Award is presented biennially at the BACWA Annual Meeting. The next Award will be presented on January 19, 2018. The Award consists of $1000 to be used for Continue reading BACWA – Arleen Navarret Leadership Award