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America’s Water Infrastructure Act (AWIA) requires municipal water systems serving more than 3,300 people to complete a Risk and Resilience Assessment and develop an Emergency Response Plan. Many communities must submit proof of completion before 2021. Here’s what your utility needs to know in order to protect your utility and remain compliant with the EPA.
With strict tax levy limits and declining state aid, Wisconsin communities find themselves between a rock and a hard place when it comes to funding roads projects. Fortunately, there may be a new way to secure funding for your community’s streets: transportation utilities.
During these uncertain times, water utilities may find themselves struggling to secure necessary resources. Fortunately, the PSC gives municipal utilities a simple and convenient option to increase rates by filing a Simplified Rate Case. Read more to find out if you water utility qualifies and how to apply for this program.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) has included over $60 million in principal forgiveness for lead service line (LSL) replacement programs in its proposed plan for Safe Drinking Water Loan Program (SDWLP) funds. Learn more about the program requirements and how to apply in our latest finance update.
As a municipal decision maker, it can be difficult to manage the time, resources, and funding necessary to navigate the many moving parts involved in making your department (and your community) function effectively and efficiently, Fortunately, there are tools available to help make some of the most difficult tasks a little easier. Tools like your GIS.
While no person, business, or industry has managed to navigate the current public health crisis unscathed, municipal staff and local governments are facing incredibly unique challenges in the wake of COVID-19. As we’ve worked with our partner communities to help them keep our roads paved, clean water running, toilets flushing, and life moving during this unprecedented time, we’ve found the following tips to be helpful.
Sales forecasting offers many benefits for municipalities, from better infrastructure planning to cash flow management, but not all forecasts are created equal. Here are our best tips for making the most out of your sales forecast.
Sales forecasting is an incredibly valuable practice that can help your utility effectively plan for your community’s future needs. Learn the benefits of forecasting along with a few of our best tips to help your team lay the groundwork for success for years to come.
The PSC proposes to require water utilities to annually mail rules for deposits, deferred payment agreements, budget billing, disconnection, and dispute procedures to all residential customers.
A high-level understanding of your municipal utility systems is critical to allowing utility managers to understand how their systems will be impacted by changes in significant users.
Some water utilities in Wisconsin have had trouble with the PSC over water meter replacements. Water utilities do not need PSC construction authorization for routine meter repair or replacement. So, what is non-routine?
