2019 June Newsletter

Summer ~ 20th Edition
SASKATCHEWAN WATER AND
WASTEWATER ASSOCIATION

Summer
The pipeline is produced quarterly by the
Saskatchewan Water and Wastewater Association.
Produced by Campbell Printing Ltd., Prince Albert, SK
For article /photograph submissions or for further
information or content ideas please contact
SWWA Office Manager Calle Behnke
Work: 306-668-1278
Toll Free: 888-668-1278
Email: office@swwa.ca
Box 7831 Saskatoon, SK S7K 4R5
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4| Kelly’s Corner
5| Presidents Message
6| Planning for Emergencies
7| Chainsaw Safety
8| Outlook Water Emergency
10| Wateraid - Stories from our
team in the field
13| What Leader Would
You Follow
22| Town of Kipling -
Groundwater Membrane
Design
26| Using the Upgraded
SWWA Website
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27| Golf 2019
34| Hydrant
Workshop
37| Pumps & Water
Quality Sampling
39| New Tools
Conference Ap
9

KELLY’S CORNER
the problem with
emergencies
We have all been there we think we are prepared and then
WHAM!!! Out of nowhere we realize that what we thought
we were prepared for we actually were not. A few months
ago, I had a minor emergency. I was on my way to Regina
from Saskatoon and I blew a tire. I have a safety kit which I
won from the silent auction at conference a few years back,
so I had all the things I needed to let other drivers know I was
having trouble. I thought I was prepared I had bottles of
water, $100.00 in a hidden compartment in my truck along
with chocolate and jerky (don’t worry that is always
replenished monthly), I thought I had everything I needed.
Guess again. I couldn’t access my spare tire because it is
under my truck and low and behold the ditch, I drove into
was full of snow, lots and lots of snow. So, when it all boiled
down, I was not prepared, and I had given up my CAA
membership thinking why have something I don’t ever use.
WRONG MOVE!!!! So much for being prepared. I was prepared
for a blizzard but not a tire blowout.
Now to me this is something that happens to some of us at
work a bit more than we would like. For those of us with
Emergency Planning in place we like to think we have all the
bases covered but in reality, things get missed. How can we
prepare for every kind of emergency? A couple years back
Darby Allen the fire chief from the Fort MacMurray fires
spoke at the SWWA conference. He talked about the extent
of the situation and how someone had to take charge. In the
end, he was the one who took charge, who got everyone
working together to find a resolution. It wasn’t a fast fix as we
all know but what it was turned out to be the solution to an
emergency no one had expected to occur to the extent it
did.
So, I can hear all of your brains turning over wondering what
words of wisdom I have to help you with the problems that
happen with emergency situations. I know that you all know
I rarely have the answers but what I do have are a few key
suggestions to help you put in place so that the next time
you run into an emergency and problems arise you can deal.
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Like I said,
Always keep a cool head
Know who is the person in charge who can make
the decisions needed or very quickly get answers or
make a judgement call in an emergency
Have an emergency preparedness plan in place –
know it, review it yearly for any updates it needs
Have SOPs in place for things that can happen
Make sure that everyone working knows the SOPs
and emergency plan tit will make everyone feel a lot
better and it will be easier to deal with things that
come up
I don’t have all of the answers,
but I know that with a clear
head, a few pre-planned steps
you can save a lot of grief.
Have a fantastic summer full of heat and no PDWA’s and if
you are around Kipling come taste our new water that will be
up and running and make sure you track me down.
Kelly Kish
SWWA Pipeline Editor
SWWA
SWWA EXECUTIVE___________________
TIM COX ~ PRESIDENT
City of Swift Current
Work: 306-778-2725 Fax: 306-778-1634
Email: t.cox@swiftcurrent.ca
KELLY KISH ~ PAST-PRESIDENT
Town of Kipling
Work: 306-736-8805 Fax: 306-736-2396
Email: glokel@sasktel.net
RYNETTE MOORE-GUILLAUME ~ VICE PRESIDENT
SaskWater
Work: 306-694-3941 Fax: 306-694-3207
Email: rynette.moore@saskwater.com
KARLIS VAN CAESEELE~ TREASURER
Town of Langenburg
Work: 306-743-2219 Fax: 306-743-2453
Email: karlisvc@sasktel.net
CORY MCMAHON ~ SECRETARY
Town of Biggar
Work: 306-948-5136 Fax: 306-948-5136
Email: corden@sasktel.net
DIRECTORS_________________________
SUSAN DOBROWNEY
City of Saskatoon
Work: 306-975-2534 Fax: 306-975-7906
Email: susan.dobrowney@saskatoon.ca
OWEN GREEN
Town of Rosthern
Email:publicworks@rosthern.com
LUKE LOCKHART
Town of Outlook
Phone: 306-860-7575
email: townofoutlookwater@hotmail.ca
REPRESENTATIVES________________
GOVERNMENT
KELLY NEUERT
Water Security Agency
Work: 306-787-7911
Email: kelly.neuert@wsask.ca
SUPPLIERS
WADE SHUTKO
ClearTech
Email: wshutko@cleartech.ca
Jordan Webb
Mueller
Email: JWebb@muellerwp.com
SWWA PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Are Ya
Ready Kids?!
It’s summertime kids, you know what that means? It means that our crews are at the
forefront. It means that the public wants their water and they want lots of it, and
they want it NOW! It is this time of the year where irrigation systems are on, pools
are open, hydrant/system flushing is at the top of the to-do list, and incidentally, it’s
the same time when we need to do our preventative maintenance or capital repairs
or replacements. It’s a juggling act that is no easy chore. Once a good maintenance
program is introduced to your community, it certainly makes things easier this time
of year.
Over the course of the last 5 years, the idea of Emergency Preparedness Training has
been discussed at all levels of our industry, and even more so as recent disasters
have been at the helm. Let’s keep that in mind. Keep it in mind while you’re going to
work every day. Keep this in mind while you’re treating or distributing the water,
while you’re treating or collecting the wastewater. Keep it in mind while budgeting
for the future or planning your next weeks’ worth of work. You
never know if or when it could happen or if the next
community hit will be yours. Hopefully it doesn’t
happen to your community. Hopefully it doesn’t
happen to your neighbors’ community. Hopefully
the biggest issue you have all summer is not
enough ice in your Dr. Pepper as you’re relaxing
after 18 foot-wedge-filled holes of golf!
we want
YOU
Just remember to always be prepared, and above all
else, keep yourself and your coworkers safe! Have a
fantastic summer, and we’ll see you at the conference in
November!
Tim Cox, SWWA President
Get involved
We are looking for SWWA members who
would like to be involved with various SWWA
events from networking events to the annual
conference.
CONTACT CALLE AT THE SWWA OFFICE,
OFFICE@SWWA.CA FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Planning for an emergency when
you are already stretched for time
may seem like a frivolous waste of
resources, but will be appreciated in
the face of a crisis. Especially when
we think of the vital role that water
and wastewater services play in any
community, big or small.
planning for
emergencies can
reduce recovery time
All water and wastewater utilities,
regardless of their size and location,
have a legal responsibility to provide
clean, safe drinking water to their
customers, even if supplying water
under emergency conditions. The
utility also has a legal responsibility
to protect the public health and
environment from the effects of
releasing untreated or insufficiently
treated wastewater into the
environment. The Emergency
Response Plan (ERP) is a living
document that will provide a stepby-step
response to, and recovery
from, incidents related to emergency
situations. A good ERP will also aid in
the reduction of unnecessary costs in
emergency situations and minimize
the damage to facilities and
equipment.
We do not need to look too far to see
what types of emergencies can occur
for water and wastewater utilities. In
Saskatchewan we recently had two
PLANNING FOR
Emergencies
water treatment plants consumed by fire at Piapot and Carry the Kettle First
Nations. We have experienced forest fires in the North with the Town of La Ronge
being evacuated and the Water Treatment Plant maintained service throughout the
emergency to aid fire crews and essential services workers. And, several
communities were affected when a pipeline leaked oil into the North
Saskatchewan River and their water source was compromised. These emergencies
could have proved disastrous to the communities if it were not for good planning,
knowing where additional resources could be found and the cooperation of
industry professionals.
So, as water and wastewater professionals, how do we plan for these emergencies?
The Ministry of Government Relations has an easy to use guide with templates and
examples of recent emergencies that can assist communities in creating an
Emergency Response Plan. The document is called, “Nine Steps for Emergency Plan
Development”. The Saskatchewan Emergency Planners Association also has a
website with planning tools available to the public and a listing of events including
training sessions. Your operator’s association and private companies also provide
training throughout the year on preparing standard operating procedures and
emergency response planning. These workshops are a good resource if you are
feeling unsure of where to start.
Besides saving lives proper planning for emergencies can reduce the recovery time
for a community facing disaster. By knowing who is in charge, where our resources
are and what steps need to be taken we can reduce the costs created by a disaster,
save valuable infrastructure and reduce stress on staff and council.
Dawn Dierker
ATAP
chainsaw
Safety
So, if you follow these basic items
you will have a safer time using your
new saw, and you shouldn’t get
injured. If you have any further
questions about the saw consult
your dealer and they should be able
to answer all of your questions.
Sheldon Matton
Cervus Equipment, Materials Handling - Forklift, Regina
There are many things that people buying chainsaws
these days should know before operating a chainsaw.
Most people will just buy them and fill them with oil and
fuel and just start using them. What most people don’t
do is read the operators manual before using the saw. In
the manual you will find many things, like how the use
the saw, the decals and their meanings. Also, you’ll find
the maintenance schedule for that particular saw. When
it comes to maintenance, you should always follow the
manufacturers maintenance to a tee as it will allow that
equipment to run longer and to its full potential.
Another item in the manual will be a list of the parts of
the saw, knowing these can come in handy for new
operators. Usually the list will give a brief description of
the parts and what the function is. Some manuals even
give descriptions of the different cuts that you can make
with a chainsaw, and how to perform them properly.
One thing that is overlooked, is the use of personal
protective equipment while operating a saw. The PPE
required to use the saw should include; safety boots,
gloves Glasses or a face shield, hearing protection and
specialized leg protection in the event of kick back.
There are thirteen basic steps to operating a chainsaw,
and if followed you will have success in operating the
saw.
• Read the manual
• Select the right size of saw for you
• Be aware of your surroundings you are working in
• Recognize the types of cuts that can be made
• Look at your saw
• Fill the fuel with the proper type
• Do a safety check
• Note that there are two caps near the throttle
handle
• If your model has a primer bulb press it 4-3 times
to start
• When your saw is running at idle, the blade should
not turn
• Prepare for a binding situation
• Always carry your wedges and other tools with
you
• Keep the guard on when not in use

Outlook Water Emergency
water
shortage
restrictions
The Town of Outlook uses Lake Diefenbaker as its
source for water. What happens when the river the dam
lets water through into runs low? For the community
this past week it has meant a few things; water
restrictions on the community, and lots of extra hours
put in by a crew that is tired from the extra hours, it also
means putting a contingency plan into place so that
hopefully the restrictions can be lifted.
A big part of the job is helping our communities
understand why things like water restrictions are put
into place. For Luke and his crew in Outlook showing
video and pictures to help explain the why made it a lot
easier for people to understand.
In Luke’s words they had little to no notice of the river
going down this drastically. Lack of rain, increased heat
are most likely the factors in the low river levels.
Video of a shop vac being used
to remove as much of said
algae possible so it doesn't find
it's way into our filters. And the
last video is a backwash of our
filters to remove all the algae
and other contaminants that
come with low river levels.
Go to
https://youtu.be/zAQDa2z4dyc
for video

Stories from
o r te m i
the field
It’s mid-morning in Ambodiranonambilona a small isolated village in central Madagascar. The sun
is hot the air is dusty. Community members are engaged in their daily activities, the men are doing
small-scale farming, the women are basket weaving and the children are playing together. This village
is where my colleague Hasina from WaterAid Madagascar introduced me to two remarkable women,
Lenenia and Justine.
Lenenia, is a sweet and gentle women in her mid-60’s. Her husband died many years ago, all of her
ve adult children work outside the village and she is the sole caregiver for her four grandchildren
ages 3 to 11. As I sat in her family’s two-room home, she told me about her daily challenges. Like
many women in Madagascar, the retrieval of water falls to her. Five times a day, Lenenia walks
barefoot to a remote water source from where she carries water back to her family. She is concerned
about having to make the daily water trek as she grows older. As her grandchildren grow, so
does their daily need for water. I asked Lenenia what she hopes for the future. Her answer was
heartfelt and concise, “for my grandchildren to have clean water so they won’t endure what I have
gone through”.
I am giving you a glimpse into a village that does not have access to clean water. Ambodiranonambilona,
like so many villages we work in, is remote, neglected, and extremely poor and it is women and
girls who disproportionately bear the burden of collecting water.
A short walk away I came to know Justine. Since she was a young girl she has been weaving, a
tradition that spans generations of women. Justine sells baskets and mats in the local market to
support her eight children and husband. Weaving provides Justine an opportunity to earn an income
but because she has to fetch water at least three times a day, her time spent weaving is limited. With
access to clean water she could spend more time on her craft. I asked her what she hopes for her
future, she responded with one word; “time.”
Justine is incredibly strong, resilient and determined. She
symbolizes the vast potential that could be unleashed if women and
girls were relieved of the daily time-consuming burden of fetching
water. These women would have time to start small businesses;
learn to read and write; and spend quality time with their family.
I walked with Lenenia, Justine and four other women on their daily
water trip. We walked a long way through the village, along a dirt
road, into the bushes and down a steep hill. About one kilometre
from where we started, we arrive at the local water source. This
water runs down the side of a hill through countless villages
before arriving in Ambodiranonambilona. This is where everyone
in the community gets their water for drinking, washing, cooking,
and bathing. The water is contaminated and it makes these
women and their families ill. Every day, they walk to this water
source located more than 20 minutes from their home and then
walk back balancing a 25-pound plastic jug on their head.
The women talked about their worries and about their hopes
for the future. Their wishes were simple: they only wanted
health for their children and grandchildren and the opportunity
for them to get an education. Access to clean water is a first
step in changing the future for many women, girls, boys and
men in Madagascar. At WaterAid Canada we re working to help
provide ac ess to clean water and play a fundamental role in
changing the lives of people who live in communities like
Ambodiranonambilona.
Thank you for supporting WaterAid Canada and helping to make
clean water a normal part of everyday life for women like Leninia
and Justine.
Best regards,
Aneesha Hampton
Communications Manager
WaterAid Canada
P.S. To learn more about Justine
please visit our website at
www.wateraid.org/ca to watch
her full story.
WaterAid
WaterAid

ClearTech Introduces the Lovibond PVT
Series of Process Turbidimeters in Canada
ClearTech is the Canadian factory authorized
service centre and stocking distributor for
the new Lovibond PVT Series of Process
Turbidimeters in Canada. Lovibond, a leading
manufacturer of water analysis products
designed these turbidimeters to monitor
Wherever there’s water
See Turbidity
in a New Light
Introducing the
PTV Process Turbidimeters
by Lovibond
Accurate
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the low levels of turbidity found in drinking
water. The PVT Series received US EPA
approval as listed the USA Federal Register /
Vol 82 / No. 143, in section 40 CFR 141.74(a)
(1), published on Thursday, July 27, 2017.
“This is a big milestone,” says Michael Sadar,
Lovibond’s Research and Develop Manager.
“We worked hard to develop a system that
was not only user friendly, but that is able
to achieve the level of accuracy that the
operators as well as the regulators expect
from a system like this. We’re really proud of
what we were able to accomplish, and we
think that operators are really going to like
the simplicity of the overall design of the
instrument as well as the data management
tools that the mobile interface provides.”
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calibrations and cleanings are also available.
As a stocking distributor and factory
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To order and for more information about
the PVT Series, contact ClearTech at
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For more about ClearTech’s commitment to
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What Leader
WOULD YOU
Who would you follow?
What would motivate them?
How would they treat people?
How would they act when times got
tough?
What would determine their choices?
How would they handle employees who
struggle?
How would they handle employees who
needed to be fired?
How would they engage their employees?
What questions would they ask their
people?
Who would you follow?
What would matter most to them?
What would they notice first: people doing
something right or doing something
wrong?
What would their expectations look like?
How well would you know their
expectations? Why?
How would they handle conflict?
Who would they mentor and how would
they do it?
Who would you follow?
How would they bring you along with
their vision?
What difference would they make?
How would they make people better for
having worked with them?
Who would you follow?
follow?
WHO WOULD YOU FOLLOW?
Then be that leader.
That kind of leader invests in their skills, in their tools, in themselves and
the people around them. What’s the last thing you’ve done to be a better
leader? What’s the last book you’ve read? The last course you took? The
last video you’ve watched that made you better? The leader that you
described above is the kind of leader that never stops growing and
getting better. You can be that kind of leader!
You can be the leader that everyone wants to follow. The leader who
brings out the best n the people they lead. The leader who accomplishes
more than anybody ever expects, because people believe in your
purpose, your reason for why what you are all doing actually matters!
49% of university grads never buy another book to learn from for the
rest of their lives! That’s not what the leader you want to follow does,
they keep learning and growing all the time. That’s what you do. You are
that leader! Keep growing.
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Boots on the Ground Coaching
P: 306 270 8181 E: todd@bootsonthegroundcoaching.com
What’s the last thing you’ve
done to be a better leader?

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KIPLING
Town of Kipling Water Treatment Plant
Groundwater Membrane Design
KGS Group, HIpperson Construction, Coltiers Project Leaders each play a part in the new system.
In order to understand the challenges, the Town of Kipling
faced we first need to take a look at the history of the plant
and its challenges.
Plant History:
The RAW water has historically been supplied from a
PFTA Reservoir and Town Reservoir. Each of the sources
collects water from its surrounding watershed drainage
area. The Surface Water Treatment Plant built in 1964
used conventional treatment and was unable to meet
regulations after the 2001 changes after the Walkerton
and North Battleford incidents. In 2003 the Surface Water
upgrades included adding coagulant to the process in
addition to flocculation, DAF clarifier and filtration. In the
end the WTP was unable to provide a treated water that
was bacteriologically acceptable and even though
disinfection by-product concerns were reduced it was
unable to consistently meet regulatory requirements.
Water Quality Issues:
1. Trihalomethane (THMs) are caused by chlorine
combining with organic compounds remaining in
the treated water during the disinfection process
2. Ammonia concerns with primary disinfection with
surface water
3. Above 40 mg/L on a seasonal basis for manganese
Some of the regulatory challenges included:
1. The reduction of THM limits from 350ug/L to 100
ug/L (SDWQSO) has created significant concerns
and discussion over the best long-term approach for
the community.
2. Impending manganese – moving from an aesthetic
objective to a maximum acceptable concentration
Source Water Decision:
The grant submission included a pre-design targeted at
moving away from surface water seasonal challenges.
The original well which had been constructed in 1991, is
highly mineralized, and was previously utilized to
supplement low water levels in the reservoir.
Incorporating a Ground Water Treatment Plant:
In 2017 the grant was approved for the community to
move forward with the project. Groundwater
investigation began in 2017 and a design brief was
created in 2018, the groundwater development and
detailed design were for a membrane plant with
biofiltration pre=treatment for iron/manganese removal
capability.
The treatment options were:
1. Direct membrane treatment of water with elevated
and potentially oxidizable iron/manganese is risky
2. Pre-treatment required
3. Option 1 – Biological
4. Option 2 – Manganese greensand Filtration
Pre-treatment Option 1: Biological Filtration
Delco Water piloted a biofilter pre-treatment process
with their membrane treatment system. With this the
iron, manganese and ammonia concentrations in the
groundwater were reduced with the use of bacterial
treatment.

Pre-treatment Option 2: Manganese Greensand
The piloting project was complete in December 2017. The requirement was to provide proof of concept
and to be able to verify the effectiveness of Greensand Plus filter media. The results showed the
effective removal of iron and manganese.
Next Step – the Tendering Approach
A reverse osmosis (RO) membrane system was designed as it was clear it was the only potential
treatment for the available groundwater and tendered. Both pre-treatment plans ended up being
tendered. The pre-treatment options for both options were comparative. Biofiltration was chosen due
to its elimination of chemicals in advance of the membranes.
The recommended design criteria for the equipment were based of the following:
• Average day demand 504 m3/d
• Maximum Day demand 1008 m3/d
• Additional storage added
• Treatment flexibility
• Membrane Reject Wastewater 168m3/d
Impacts to wastewater treatment systems are increased by the production of
reject wastewater from the membranes. The reduction in per capita water usage
due to discontinued use of water softeners and point of use systems will offset
the impact on the lagoon system.
Raw Water upgrades included, the rehabilitation work on an existing well along
with an additional well installed and connected by Beckie Hydrogreologists.
Additional work included, improved distribution system capacity by increasing
the main connection from the WTP to the street from a 150mm to 250mm
diameter pipe. And, the addition of the bypass to feed the groundwater directly
to the WTP and bypassing the reservoir valve chamber.
The plant is near completion. In the meantime, the plant commissioning interim
water will have the groundwater treated with the existing DAF system during
the seeding of the biofilters. Seeding of the biofilters will occur over a 10-12-
week period. ClearHIB5 (C5) will be injected to the finished DAF water to assist
in sequestering manganese to prevent it entering the distribution system. C5 is
an NSF certified liquid corrosion inhibitor that is safe to be used in drinking
water. During the interim period there is expected to be an increase in hardness,
consistent manganese, increased sulphates, similar turbidity and limited iron.
Remaining plant upgrades schedule:
Biofilter seeding – late April early July with worst case scenario
RO quality will be available by early July
No PDWA will be in place only minor aesthetic issues are expected
The water will continue to be tested daily as per WSA regulatory requirements,
(the WSA has approved the commissioning plan).
Information provided for this article by KGS group.

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busy during the lead up to early bird ending. We try to return all messages during this time in a timely fashion so
if you leave a message it will be returned. Receipts are done through the website and a backup receipt through
our accounting software will be sent out however it may take longer than the usual 2-3 days
It was another beautiful day for the annual tournament in Nipawin; with a nice breeze, clear
skies and +24 degrees. This year, we tried something new, every golfer was given a
hamburger with all the fixings and kettle chips, dip and a dessert. A huge shoutout of
thanks to the tournament hole sponsors whose hole fee helped cover the cost of lunch.
From all the "that was so good" comments I would at the lunch was elk enjoyed.
Thank you to all of this years hole sponsors: North Fringe Industries, Flocor, ATAP, Anderson
Pumphouse, Fabco Plastics, SaskWater, Sask OCB, Emco, Grundfos, DelcoWater, Carlson
Industies, Mueller, and ClearTech. The sponsorships for the holes went towards the lunch.
Well as $600.00 in Gift Cards of $100.00 value and $200.00 in $25.00 gift cards. Thank you
to all those who sent in prizes, brought prizes with. All the support from suppliers both in
attendance and in the industry is greatly appreciated.
Special thanks to Carlson Industries for sponsoring the longest drive men's and women's
and congratulations to winners Chris Bailey and Sandra Van Caeseele. Thank you to Mueller
for sponsoring the "FUN" hole again and closest to the pin this year. Golfers put on goggles
coated on the outside with Mosquito Spray, work gloves and drew a ball to discover which
club would be used to tee off with. As you can imagine, for those of you who were unable
to attend, it was a fun sight to see. Some embraced it right away others grumbled a bit but
in the end everyone could agree the laughter was contagious and for some the goggles
improved their game a lot. Congratulations to the hole winners Jon Klammer
and Susan Dobrowney.
Thanks to ClearTech for sponsoring the beverage cart. Thank you to all who
bought the $40.00 deal of mulligans, 50/50 and lost balls and to those who
just reach for their wallet and ask how much I need you are all so incredible
and it gives me great pleasure to say this was the best year for WaterAid
fundraising at the golf tournament. We raised a total of $1065.00. THANK
YOU!!!!
Congratulations to the winning team of Chris Bailey, Sheldon Matton,
Jesse Perrin and Jon Klammer. Since both Jesse and Jon are from Nipawin
they will be displaying the trophy in their Water Treatment Plant till early
2020.
A huge thank you to Wade Shutko (ClearTech) and
Jordan Webb (Mueller) who as suppliers reps to the
SWWA board worked hard to ensure a fun time and
a fantastic event for all those who attended. Thank
you to all those who sent in prizes and brought
prizes for the golfers your support is a huge part of
why the tournament is always such a success.
To all who attended thank you this event would not be
possible without your attendance, smiles, and good
naturedness at the crazy hole schemes. For those of you
who missed out you were missed and we hope to see you
out May 29, 2020 at the Hillcrest course in Moose Jaw.
Hotel information will be posted along with registration in
early 2020.
we hope to see you in November but if not see you next year in
Moose Jaw.
Calle Behnke
SWWA Office Manager
Golf 2019
Wrapup

time
to golf!

Hydrant
Workshop
Thank you to Jordan Webb for presenting at the
Hydrant Operation & Maintenance
course in Regina and special thanks to the
City of Regina for sending out their Hydrant workers
and the truck to assist with the hands-on portion.
You guys rock!!

Thank you to all those who
participated in the Pumps Workshop
with presenter Stefan Fediliw and
the Water Quality Sampling &
Analysis with the WSA.
PUMPS & WATER
QUALITY SAMPLING
Thank you to all the
WSA presenters and a
shout out to Kerry for
her Jeopardy game to
help keep things
interesting. Hopefully
we won’t lose you to
Jeopardy Canada
who I hear is looking
for a host!

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New to SWWA this year at the 2019 Conference!
The SWWA is excited to announce a brand new conference tool with the SWWA
Conference app. The app is for both delegates and exhibitors and will enhance the
conference and trade show experiences. The app is available today for downloading
in the Apple and Android app stores.
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SWWA MISSION: The objective of the
Association is to provide an opportunity for education,
training and skill enhancement to the staff involved in
the day to day operation and maintenance of water and
wastewater systems.
The SWWA fulfills this mission by offering CEU
courses for all workshops, and by continuing to offer
1.2 CEU’s for those who meet requirements at the
SWWA Annual Conference. The SWWA is a advocate of
networking and offers networking events at the annual
conference and through the Annual golf tournament.
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features
• Delegates will be able to
view the conference
agenda make note of
sessions they would like to
attend view the abstracts
and bios to help in
choosing which session to
attend
• Looking to know what a
company at the show has
for products and services
the company info when you
click on the booth number
or company name from the
list view will give you that.
The app automatically pulls
the same company
information as available on
the website
• You can star sessions and
booths for follow up at a
later date
exhibitors
• Move in schedule is
available on the app -
download it early
• Trade show / conference
agenda is available
• Your company information
is displayed for your benefit
and the delegates
• The floor plan for booth
layout
• A list view in alphabetical
order of all the companies
attending the event
sponsors
• Your company name will
rotate through on the
home screen as individuals
view the app
• Sponsors are indicated on
the company profile when
the floor plan or list view
name is chosen
• All those attending will be
familiar with all sponsors
who help keep delegate
costs from increasing
The first 400 to download
the app and show it on their
phone to a SWWA Board
Member at the conference
registration will receive a
$5 .00 Tim Hortons
gift card.
The app also has information on our charity of choice
WaterAid. All proceeds from the silent auction and 50/50
tickets sold go to WaterAid. We want you to be in the know
and understand why WaterAid is our chosen charity.

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