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Free online resources for water operators in small, rural communities. A service of the Rural Community Assistance Partnership (@RCAPInc).
Champaign-Urbana, IL
Joined November 2010
@WEForg Cohort participants undergo management training and leadership development to address the complex challenges that the water and wastewater industry is facing. The application window is open through January 15, 2026. Find more info below from WEF. ⬇️ 🔗:
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The WEF Water Leadership Institute (WLI) is a program designed to enhance leadership skills and personal growth, as well as provide networking opportunities between those new to the industry and more...
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Consider applying to join @WEForg’s Water Leadership Institute 2026 cohort! This program develops emerging leaders in the water sector with education, training, and opportunities to build lasting relationships within the sector. #waterleadership #waterindustry
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Each session is delivered by a technical assistance professional from @RCAPInc. Make sure to register ASAP to save your spot! 🔗: https://t.co/PoC38RhhcQ
#VirCon26 #waterconference #wateroperators #watertreatment #watereducation
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VirCon’s CEUs are currently approved in 19 states, and we are seeking approval in all other relevant operator certification jurisdictions. We will provide updates on the event registration page. Session topics will include asset management, distribution systems, GIS, & drones. ⬇️
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🚨 Register for VirCon 2026 today! 🚨 For the third straight year, we will host the Virtual Operator Conference in 2026. Over three days — February 3-5, 2026 — participants can earn up to 12 continuing education hours for their drinking water operator license renewal! ⬇️
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You can find each episode from the Season 6 at our website below, or on audio apps like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, & iHeartRadio. We look forward to seeing you for Season 7! 🔗: https://t.co/xymRW5hwzH
#taptalk #drinkingwater #privatewells #septicsystems #watertreatment
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ICYMI, we aired the final episode of Tap Talk Season 6 last week! That means all 12 episodes are live & available to listen to at any time. We were lucky to have 14 fantastic guests on the show to talk about a wide range of water related topics, many concerning private wells. ⬇️
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Thanks for reading Tribal Utility News this year, and be sure to keep following in 2026! 🎧: https://t.co/Bu3uKE9Bzk
#tribalwater #tribalnews #tribalutilities #waternews
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Newsletter #143 for...
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Don’t miss Tribal Utility News #143, the last edition of 2025! You’ll find an article on tribal water rights and challenges in Oklahoma, the signup for our next wastewater webinar, a policy report from the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement, & more. ⬇️
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@RCAPInc Sign up now! ⤵️ https://t.co/129uOaF95C
#waterutilities #watertreatment #wateroperators #GISmapping #smartsurveys #waterwebinar
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Learn how to use GIS mapping to monitor distribution O&M through digital surveys next week w/@RCAPInc! Join webinar “Streamlining Water Utility Operations with GIS Mapping & Smart Surveys” on 12/16 to explore ArcGIS solutions for utilities & advanced uses for digital surveys. ⬇️
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And find info on how to apply for WIFIA assistance here! ➡️ https://t.co/d6a8fIdeYy
#waterinfrastructure #WIFIA #watertreatment #watersystems #WIFIAloans
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WIFIA application process, funding availability, and materials and resources.
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Read the full announcement in EPA’s press release here: https://t.co/ivBYwE9BEf ⬇️
epa.gov
EPA announced $6.5 billion in Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) funding available for water systems, with an additional $550 million available to states.
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The agency also announced the approval of five new WIFIA loans to invest in critical water infrastructure projects in Texas, Illinois, Oregon & Florida. The WIFIA program provides a powerful financial tool that can significantly accelerate investments in water infrastructure. ⬇️
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Did you hear? Last month, the EPA announced $6.5 billion in Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) funding for water systems, with an additional $550 million available to states. Interested entities can apply for this funding through a rolling application. ⬇️
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Fill out the registration form here ⬇️ https://t.co/g5O1XW9i5v
#wastewater #wastewatersafety #wastewateroperator #wastewatertreatment #wastewaterutility
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Our last wastewater webinar of 2025 is scheduled for 12/16! Join us for “Essential Safety Resources for Wastewater Operators” at 10 am CT. We’ll explore practical resources to help wastewater operators stay safe during their daily work, as well as in less common scenarios. ⬇️
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...how small utilities can best communicate on these subjects, and more. We hope you’ve enjoyed Season 6 of Tap Talk, and we’ll see you back for Season 7 soon! 🎧: https://t.co/2WkH2GBXpF
#taptalk #watercommunications #waterPR #publicrelations #waterutilities
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Today, we finish this season of Tap Talk with the second part of our conversation with Mike McGill of @WaterPIO! Jennifer, Steve, and Mike discuss the importance of reliable and updated websites for water utilities, how to communicate on lead versus PFAS contamination... ⬇️
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