with the participation of:� Kansas Dept. of Agriculture, Div. of Water Resources� Kansas Department of Commerce� Kansas Department of Health & Environment� Kansas Geological Survey� Kansas Water Office� US Environmental Protection Agency� USDA Rural Development

Attend the51st Annual

Conference & Exhibitionfor Public Water and Wastewater Utilities

The largest in Mid-America Sponsored by

K A N S A SR U R A LWAT E Ra s s o c i a t i o n quality water, quality life

March 27 - 29, 2018

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Welcome . . .

Who shoULD AttEnD?Everyone is welcome – city council members, mayors,

operators, clerks, managers, bookkeepers, RWD board members,administrators, industry and government officials, sanitarians andplumbers! In 2017, registrants totaled 2,280 from 312 cities and176 rural water systems.

DAtEs & LoCAtion

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, March 27 - 29Century II Convention Center, Wichita, Kansas

REgistRAtion

Early registration is encouraged. Register for thepreconference sessions on the reverse side of the registrationform. Registration forms are at the back of this booklet. Save $25with early registration postmarked or called in by March 14. Mealtickets should be specified with early registration. Registrationname badges are required to attend sessions, exhibits or mealfunctions.

Operator Credits (Water and Wastewater certification) andcredits for City Clerks are posted for each session. Verificationforms will be in each operator’s packet. Check the box at the topof the registration form for operator credit. The operatorcertification exam is set for Thursday, 3/29 at 1:30 p.m. in HyattBallroom E. See page 9 for details.

Registration forms are printed on the last pages of thisbooklet. Make additional copies if necessary. Return registrationforms with payment to: KRWA, PO Box 226, Seneca, KS 66538.Or, you may register online at www.krwa.net and pay by creditcard. Questions? Call 785-336-3760.

Accommodations – see page 50 for hotel blocks.

“Working Together - Weathering All Storms” is the themeselected by KRWA for the 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition forwater and wastewater systems. It seems there are always manystorms to deal with – from the challenges of expanding orimproving systems, having to address revenues and watchexpenditures, new regulations, changing of staff members, etc.This 3-day event includes a high quality listing of experts toaddress these and many other issues. It also features the largestdisplay of materials for the water and wastewater industries with365 exhibit spaces. And there’s no end to the great food andhospitality, and entertainment. Register early and save $25. Thisconference is an investment you should not miss. It’s March 27 -29 at the Century II Convention Center in Wichita, Kansas.

WHAT THIS COnFEREnCE OFFERS

9 preconference sessions on Tuesday, March 27; earlyregistration is required. See pages 11 - 19.

48 concurrent sessions, Wednesday and Thursday. See page22 and beyond for these sessions.

365 exhibit spaces in EXPO Hall with the latest in productsand services. See pages 28 - 29 for the floor plan.

Attorneys’ Forum – for lawyers only, seeking to learn moreand exchange information. Open at no charge to attorneys ofKRWA-member utilities. See page 10.

Opening Nite – Meet & Greet! This is the “one-of-a-kind”conference opener with great food and social, games to play toearn tickets for the prizes worth more than $10,000. And bypopular demand, King Midas and the Mufflers band is returning.Opening Nite Meet & Greet tickets are available for a nominal feeof $15. See page 20.

Opening Session & Keynote – Charles Marshall – “RealHeros Don’t Wear Spandex!” Charles Marshall is without adoubt one of the funniest and most original professional speakersproviding real-message content today. This keynote will be ahumorous light-hearted program that will have you laughing andtalking about for a long time. See page 21.

Special Guests – Tom Stiles, Assistant Director, Bureau ofWater, KS Dept. of Health & Environment. Harold Casey, CEOSubstance Abuse Center of Kansas (SACK). See page 5.

Best Tasting Water Contest, WaterPAC Raffle, page 8.Awards Banquet and Entertainment – recognition of Kansas’

Best Operators, Managers and Administrators. Then it’s therollicking musical, Pump Boys & Dinettes. See page 33.

Spouse Program – Wednesday, 1:30 p.m., “Paint the Town”Whether you have never painted before or are an experiencedartist, this party is for you. Room 201. See page 32. 

Operator Certification Exam – the certification exam will be given for Small System (SS) and Class I - IV Water and Wastewater, Thursday afternoon. Be in Ballroom E at 1:30 p.m., March 29. Refresher courses on Tuesday andThursday. See page 9 for information on obtaining an examapplication form.

Annual Membership Meeting – Thursday, March 29 at 8:00 a.m. in Room 209A. See page 9.

Spring Golf Tourney – Tuesday, March 27 at the Rolling HillsGolf Club, 223 S. Westlink (off of Maple and Tyler in westWichita). This is a four-person scramble. (Name your teammembers). Register to play golf on the KRWA registration form.The $75 fee includes green fees, cart rental and box lunch. Remitpayment to KRWA. No jeans and no spikes!

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COnFEREnCE AT A GlAnCE

tUEsDAy, MARCh 277:00 a.m. 5K-KRWA run/walk (see p. 6)7:30 a.m. Registration Opens – Connecting Lobby, Century II,

Hospitality – beverages, rolls and more 8:30 a.m. Spring Golf Tourney – Rolling Hills Golf Club

(pay $75, see registration form)9:00 a.m. Attorneys’ Forum (for attorneys only, p. 10)9:30 a.m. City Clerks’ (p. 15) and RWD Office Forum (p. 18)

10:00 a.m. Engineers’ Forum and other preconference sessionsbegin (pp. 11-19)

Noon: Lunch, purchase meals on registration form1:00 p.m. Preconference sessions reconvene 4:00 p.m. EXPO Hall opens – 365 booths (pp.40-46)6:30 p.m. Opening Nite – “Meet & Greet!” – barbecue, social,

games, $10,000 in prizes (p. 20); purchase ticket for $15 on registration form (p. 51)

WEDnEsDAy, MARCh 287:30 a.m. Registration Opens – Connecting Lobby, Century II,

Hospitality – beverages, rolls and fruit 8:30 a.m. Opening Session – Concert Hall; Keynote:

Charles Marshall – “Real Heroes Don’t WearSpandex!” (p. 21)

10:00 a.m. EXPO Hall Opens (pp. 28-29)10:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (pp. 22-23)

Noon: Luncheon – Century II, Special Guest: Tom Stiles,Assistant Director, Bureau of Water, Kansas Dept. ofHealth and Environment (p. 5)

1:30 p.m. Spouse Program – Paint the Town! No additional chargebut spouses need to mark their registration form. (p. 32)

1:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (pp. 24-25)2:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (pp. 26-27)4:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (pp. 30-31)5:00 p.m. Social in EXPO Hall6:30 p.m. Awards Banquet, Awards Presentations, Entertainment:

The musical comedy – Pump Boys & Dinettes. (p. 33)

thURsDAy, MARCh 297:30 a.m.- EXPO Hall opens – pancakes & more by Chris Cakes in

EXPO Hall – breakfast closes at 9:00 a.m. Purchaseticket on registration form

8:00 a.m. Annual Meeting of KRWA Membership, Room 209A (p. 9)

9:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (pp. 34-35)10:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (pp. 36-37)

Noon: Luncheon – Century II, Special Guest:Harold Casey, Substance Abuse Center of Kansas (p. 5)

1:30 p.m. Certification Exam, Water & WastewaterSmall Systems, Classes I - IV, Hyatt Ballroom E (p. 9)

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SPECIAl GuESTS

Tom Stiles Assistant Director, Bureau of Water, KDHESpeaker: Wednesday Luncheon

arold Casey, BA, is Chief Executive Officer ofthe Substance Abuse Center of Kansas

(SACK). SACK is a non-profit organization serving as a resourceprovider in the assessment, referral, and treatment of addiction in 29counties. Harold supervises all day-to-day activities of SACK staffincluding 72 Licensed Addictions Counselors and 11 Peer Mentors.He is a Licensed Addictions Counselor through the KansasBehavioral Sciences Regulatory Board and is accredited through theNational Alcohol and Drug Association of Counselors.

Harold’s background combines decades of education andexperience in administrative, managerial, and clinical responsibilities.Harold presents a unique education and 35 years of experience indirect clinical service, and more than 25 years of the administration ofaddiction prevention and addiction clinical services. He has providedEmployee Assistance Program clinical services for more than 30years to government and private entities and has assisted privatecompanies in developing policies related to substance abuse. Haroldwill discuss opiate addition and abuse in Kansas and across the U.S.

Harold CaseyCEO, Substance Abuse Center of Kansas Speaker: Thursday Luncheon

hallenges to rule-making, interplay with theFederal government on issues within the State

and resolution of the resulting conflicts will be amongthe topics that Tom Stiles will address at the noon luncheon onWednesday March 28. Tom is Assistant Director of the Bureau of Waterat the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). TheBureau of Water administers programs related to public water supplies,wastewater treatment systems, the disposal of sewage and nonpointsources of pollution. Programs are designed to provide safe drinkingwater, prevent water pollution and assure compliance with state andfederal laws and regulations such as the Clean Water Act and SafeDrinking Water Act.

Tom's work with Kansas water agencies dates back to 1982 when hebegan his career as Hydrologist at the Kansas Water Office. He wasnamed Assistant Director in 1992. He joined KDHE in 1998 to createthe Kansas TMDL program where he was responsible for the state’sTotal Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) program, overseeing developmentof over 400 TMDLs for Kansas waters since 1998. He has served asChairman of the Interstate Council on Water Policy and the WaterQuality Committee of the Western States Water Council. He earned abachelor degree in Watershed Science from Colorado State and amaster degree in Forest Hydrology from the University of Minnesota.

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CChallenges to Rule-Making

Opiate Abuse and Addiction

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thE “ALMost 5K-KRWAConFEREnCE RUn/WALK”

It may be cool out but we’re ready torun! Join in this 2.75-mile run/walk thattakes you along the Riverwalk pathadjacent to the Arkansas River nearCentury II. You don’t have to be aprofessional runner to enjoy an early morning outing.

When and where? Assemble in the area of the registrationbooth in the Connecting Lobby at Century II at 7 a.m.

The path is from Century II, south, across the Arkansas Riverand then north to Exploration Place. Then turn east; watch thesun rise over the Keeper of the Plains as you cross back overthe Arkansas River. Then follow the Riverwalk past the DruryInn and you’re into the home stretch with the finish line back atCentury II.

There's no cost to participate. The top three placers willreceive trophies. Only registered conference attendees mayenter. This run/walk is not open to the public!

All ages and paces are welcome! Let’s make it fun!

DATE: TuESDAy MARCH 27WHERE TO START: COnnECTInG lOBBy, CEnTuRy IITIME: 7 AM, RAIn OR SHInE

DISTAnCE: 4.4K - 2.75 MIlES

TuESDAy MORnInG WAKE uP!

Back by popular demand! the Butler Headliners will help getthe 51st Annual Conference off to a rousing start with amusical revue, "Past, Present, Future!" at the openingsession, Wednesday, 3/28 at 8:30 a.m.in Concert hall.

A unIquE COnFEREnCE . . . hERE ARE sEvEn REAsons to AttEnD

Access: Enjoy unmatched access to colleagues andleaders from all facets of the water and wastewaterindustries. This conference has you among friends!

learning: No matter how experienced you are, everyonecan learn. Discover the best practices, insights, and trendsthat will help make you and your community stronger.

Develop Partnerships:Explore newopportunities withfunding agencies andothers.

Meet Experts: Benefitfrom the expertise ofsome of the leadingauthorities in Kansasand from across theU.S.

It’s a Value: Gain access to all the resources you needwhile you participate in preconference and concurrentsessions and explore EXPO Hall. The exhibition is among thelargest in the U.S.

Model Practices: Discover innovations and solutions thatcan make an impact on your community. This conference isnot a cost; it’s an investment.

network With Others: Expand your network of peers andmeet people you can turn to for ideas that can serve you andyour community. We learn from each other. Share yourchallenges and successes.

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BEst tAsting WAtER

in KAnsAs ContEst

Every water system has good water –but some may be better than others.Let’s put them to the test. In 2002, the cityof Emporia won and was among the five finalists in the nation; in2003, Public Wholesale District No. 4 won and placed first in thenation! In 2012 and 2016, Emporia placed second and third placerespectively in the national contest. The winner in 2017 was OttawaCounty RWD No. 2.

How to enter? It’s easy. Bring a one gallon sample of water (in aglass container) from your city or rural water district to theregistration desk at Century II by noon on Tuesday, March 27. Apanel of water industry professionals will judge the samples thatafternoon. The winner goes on to represent Kansas in the GreatAmerican Water Taste Test at National Rural Water’s “Rural WaterRally” in Washington, D.C. The 2017 winner, Ottawa RWD 2, will beentered in the 2018 national contest which will be held inWashington in February. The KRWA winner at the 2018 conferencewill be entered in the national contest in 2019.

EXPo hALL is no LongER WiRELEss

Century II Convention Center now requires users to purchaseInternet access. Internet access is available for purchase byopening a web browser and selecting a plan. Or use your cellphonedata plan.

sUPPoRt “RURAL WAtER” thRoUgh thE

WAtERPAC RAFFLE

The WaterPAC Raffle supports theNational Rural Water Association’spolitical action committee. In 2017,WaterPAC raised $8,795. As anaffiliate of the National Rural WaterAssociation (NRWA), KRWA membersbenefit from the legislative representation of NRWA in Washington.The WaterPAC Raffle is an opportunity for conference-goers tosupport the NRWA political action committee. Stop by the KRWAbooths 103 and 104 in EXPO Hall to make a donation and haveopportunities for drawings for great prizes.

COnTESTS – WATERPAC

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COnFEREnCE AT A GlAnCECERTIFICATIOn EXAMS

WAtER oR WAstEWAtER oPERAtoR

CERtiFiCAtion EXAM – sMALL systEM,CLAss i, ii, iii AnD ivThursday, March 29, 1:30 P.M. Hyatt Ballroom E

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment requires that the exam application be received by KDHE at least two (2) weeks prior to the exam date (or March 12). For an exam application, please call KDHE at 785/296-5511 or print an application from KDHE's Web sitewww.kdhe.state.ks.us/water/www.html. Check under relatedlinks. The application and payment must be mailed to KDHE andreceived by KDHE by March 12. The exam will begin at 1:30p.m. to allow operators ample time to attend the Thursday noonlunch.

CELL PhonE EtiqUEttE –REsPECt FoR othERs

Friends, every cell phone call is not an emergency. Cellphones are great conveniences. But it is not other people'sresponsibility to cope with everyone else’s mobile phone use. It’severyone’s responsibility to use their mobile phone inoffensively.

KRWA requests that when attending the opening session,concurrent training sessions, noon luncheons or other eventsduring the conference, cell phones should be silenced. It is amatter of courtesy to the speakers and to others who areattending. No one wishes to be distracted because of a ringingcell phone or someone taking a call when in a group. If youreceive a call, depart the room and return the call or wait untilbreak.

AnnUAL MEMBERshiP MEEting

The annual meeting of KRWA membership and businessmeeting will be held in Meeting Room 209A beginning at 8:00a.m., Thursday, March 29. Delegate forms were mailed to allvoting members on January 3, 2018. Check with your city orRWD’s office to ensure that your voting delegate is registered.

ATTORnEyS’ FORuM

Tuesday, March 27, 9:00 a.m.Hyatt Trail RoomsWeathering All Storms!

This 18th Annual Attorneys’ Forumis intended to provide an opportunityfor KRWA-member water andwastewater system attorneys todiscuss topics of interest and concern.Those who attend will receive 6.5hours of Continuing Legal Education(CLE) credit. There is no charge for attendance; attendance islimited to the first 40 registrants.

7:30 a.m.: Registration opens - complimentary coffee, juiceand rolls available at connecting Lobby, Century II ConventionCenter.9:00 - 9:50: Ten years in the Making: Observations fromRWD no. 4 v. Eudora – John W. Nitcher, Riling, Burkhead &Nitcher, Chartered, Topeka, KS9:50 - 10:40: Regulatory Enforcement of Public WaterSupply Systems in Kansas – Kate Gleeson, Legal Counsel,Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Topeka, KS10:40 – 10:55: Break10:55 – 11:45: Current Topics in Ethics – Stanton A. Hazlett,Disciplinary Administrator, Topeka, KS11:45 - 1:00: Lunch, provided, compliments of KRWA1:00 – 2:00: Roundtable Discussion (Part I): TerritoryRoundtable Discussion (Part I): Public Purpose Doctrine;Vacation of Easements by Platting; Recent legislation,Cases and AG Opinions; Rejecting Project Bids2:00 – 2:30: Sourcewater Protection and Pollution ControlEasements – Douglas Helmke, P.G. KRWA Water Right andSource Water Specialist, Topeka, KS2:30 – 2:45: Break3:00 – 3:45: Roundtable Discussion (Part II): use ofEasements for Other Purposes; notice of Delinquentutility Bills, Implementing HB 2080; Collecting Debts fromMunicipalities; Separation from Employment; OtherTopics of Interest 3:45: Adjourn. Exhibit Arena Open. Complimentary social inthe Main Arena, Century II Convention Center.

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TuESDAy, MARCH 279:30 a.m., Room 210A

2018 EnginEERs' FoRUM FoR WAtER AnD

WAstEWAtER systEMs

This training will provide an overviewof the newly released guidance for theuse of Engineers Joint ContractDocuments Committee (EJCDC)documents on water and wastewaterprojects with Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Financial Assistance(RUS Bulletin 1780-26). Guidance on the Implementation ofAmerican Iron and Steel (AIS) requirements with RUS FinancialAssistance (RUS Bulletin 1780-35) will also be covered. Agencypersonnel will also be presenting the newly released E-Percapabilities for engineers to deliver preliminary engineeringreports to the agency, and providing updates on Agencyagreements for environmental clearance reviews. This trainingwill help engineers, environmental consultants, and otherprofessionals who assist applicants in preparing engineering andNational Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.

7:30 a.m.: Registration opens: complimentary coffee, juiceand rolls in Connecting Lobby, Century II Convention Center9:30 - 9:45: Welcome and logistics: – Richard Boyles,Program Support Director, USDA Rural Development9:45 – 10:45: AIS RuS Bulletin 1780-35: – Randy Stone,Civil Engineer, USDA Rural Development11:45 – 1:00 Lunch break 1:00 – 2:00: Environmental Regulations and updates:Randy Stone, Civil Engineer, USDA Rural Development2:00 – 2:15: Break2:15 – 2:45: RuS Bulletin 1780-26 and GeneralEngineering Discussion – Randy Stone, Civil Engineer RuralDevelopment, USDA Rural Development2:45 - 3:30: Program Topic updates: – Sháne Hastings,Community Programs Director, USDA Rural Development3:30: Wrap-up and questions4:00 Adjourn: Exhibit Arena (EXPO Hall) opens. KRWA'sOpening Nite “Meet & Greet” at 6:30 p.m. in Convention andExhibition Halls no operator credit is awarded for attendance.

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PRECOnFEREnCE SESSIOnS

10:00 a.m., Hyatt Ballroom D

WAtER oPERAtoR FoRUM – PREPARing FoR

CERtiFiCAtion EXAMs

This session is a must foroperators planning to take theKDHE certification exam. Thissession offers water operators an excellent opportunity to refreshand to review prior to taking the operator certification exam. Eventhose operators already certified will find this session veryinformative.

The session will review a number of sample questions andprovide the correct answers, including a short explanation of whythe answers are correct. These sample questions will cover anumber of topics including the following:

n Chlorination concepts (free vs. combined, etc.)n Chlorine residual monitoring n Sample collection procedures (bacteriological, THM/HAA5,

lead and copper, etc.)n Well operation and maintenancen Knowledge of water quality issuesn Regulatory update/Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs)n Distribution system operation, including leak detection,

waterline disinfection procedures, water loss, storage tanksn Review of plans required by KDHE, including Emergency

Operation Plan, Cross-Connection Control Program,Bacteriological Sampling Plan

n Safety issues and procedures (safety hazards, chemicalhandling, gas chlorine, etc.)

n Basic math calculations including surface area, volume,chemical dosages, water pressure, etc.

This session will cover information useful to all levels ofcertification from Small Systems to Class IV. There will be ampletime available to answer your questions, so don’t be shy!Presenters:

PAT MCCOOl, Kansas Rural Water, Wichita, KSDElBERT ZERR, Kansas Rural Water, Manhattan, KS

Water operators who attend will receive five hours of credittowards operator certification or renewal.

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TuESDAy, MARCH 2710:00 a.m., Hyatt Ballroom EWAstE stABiLizAtion

PonDs – An EXCELLEnt

tREAtMEnt soLUtion

Kansas has more lagoonsthroughout the state than any othertype of wastewater treatment system. While many may thinkthem simple to operate and maintain, the on-going processes arefar more complex than imagined. This session is a must for bothnew and experienced lagoon operators. Basic information will beprovided, but will also include a review of the complex biologicalprocesses that occur in lagoons. Find out the difference betweenaerobic, anaerobic and facultative lagoons. Learn tricks that helpkeep discharging lagoons in compliance with effluent limits. Findout how KDHE’s revised ammonia criteria could impact yourlagoon. Topics to be covered include:

n Observational tools to help determine if your lagoon isoperating satisfactorily

n Maintenance problems and solutionsn Troubleshooting problems that may develop with lagoonsn Review of permit requirements for both discharging and non-

discharging lagoonsn How to interpret laboratory test results and properly complete

monitoring reportsn How to produce a good quality effluent and meet permit

limits on a consistent basisThere will be time for questions and answers should your

system have maintenance or compliance problems.

Presenter: JASOn SOlOMOn, Kansas Dept. of Health and Env.Chanute, Kansas

Moderator: Jeff Lamfers, Kansas Rural Water AssociationMission, KS

Wastewater operators who attend will receive five hours ofcredit towards operator certification or renewal.

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PRECOnFEREnCE SESSIOnS

10:00 a.m., Room 209 A

MiCRoBioLogiCAL MonitoRing oF

ACtivAtED sLUDgE

PRoCEssEs

The objective of this presentationis to teach the operators, labpersonnel and consultants how tooptimize the wastewater treatmentplant processes using the microscope and knowledge ofwastewater microbiology. In this class the wastewaterprofessional will learn how to identify the microorganisms that arefavorable to the activated sludge treatment process and gain anunderstanding of how to maintain the proper environment fortheir growth. The class will include understanding and methodsfor controlling, identifying and monitoring microorganisms inbiological phosphorus and nitrogen removal systems.Participants will also learn to diagnose treatment systemproblems based on the microbiology of the system and will gainan understanding of identifying and controlling filamentousbacteria.

The instructor will present simple and practical step-by-steplaboratory procedures for tracking, identifying and diagnosingconditions in activated sludge processes.

The microorganisms are responsible for removing the nutrientsfrom the wastewater. Therefore, it is important to understand theconditions that allow them to do their best work. And the systemoperators need to do their best to create these conditions.

Toni’s motto is “If you treat the bugs right, they will treat yourwastewater right.” Presenter:

TOnI GlyMPH-MARTIn, Metropolitan Water ReclamationDistrict of Greater Chicago, Chicago, IL

Moderator: Charlie SchwindamannKansas Rural Water Association

Wastewater operators who attend will receive five hours ofcredits towards operator certification or renewal.

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9:30 a.m., Room 209 B

City CLERKs' FoRUM:WEAthERing ALL

stoRMs

City clerks have an important role in their communities. Hereare two sessions that should help them weather all storms. 9:45 a.m. to noon: Basic Water System Operations–Includes an overview of regulations including monitoring,reporting, and plant operations".

All city clerks should have a basic understanding of thedrinking water regulations and how they impact public watersystems. Coordination between the city clerk and the systemoperator is a must to ensure that records are properly maintainedand readily available when KDHE inspectors come calling. Anoverview of basic water system operations will be discussed,including both ground and surface water sources.Presenter:

DElBERT ZERR, Kansas Rural Water Association Manhattan, KS

1:00 to 4:30 p.m. Transparency, workplace drama,leadership and much more

The forecast for this session is, transparency, workplacedrama, leadership and much more. So pack your rain gear andhave no fear Dr. Marche the facilitator is here to help younavigate thru the storm. Attendees will be going throughtornadoes, hurricanes and thunderstorms of personal andprofessional life. This 3.5 hour session will have you singing inthe rain and finding yourself somewhere over the rainbow with apositive outlook. Presenter:

Marche Fleming-Randle, Ph.D, Wichita State UniversityVice President Diversity and Community Engagement Human Services Professor

Facilitators: Kim Everley, City Clerk, City of McLouthKaren Kiser, City Clerk, City of Delphos

The IIMC Education Department has reviewed and approvedthis City Clerks' Forum for one CMC Experience point or oneMMC Professional and Social Contributions point.

PRECOnFEREnCE SESSIOnS

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10:00 a.m., Room 210 C

gEoLogy, AqUiFERs, AnD WAtER WELLs –EnsURing A gooD WAtER sUPPLy

Kansas is fortunate to have goodgroundwater sources coveringsubstantial areas of the state.Especially in the western two-thirdsof the state, many cities and ruralwater districts use groundwater fortheir water supply source. Thissession is for operators, consultants, regulatory officials, andelected officials using groundwater as a water supply source.

The types and characteristics of subsurface geologicalformations and aquifers will be discussed. These include yield,specific capacity, zone of influence, static water levels,drawdown water levels and recordkeeping.

This session will review construction of water wells. Siteselection, test drilling, water quality, drilling of the bore hole, wellcasing, grouting of the annular space, gravel packing, screenplacement and well development will be discussed. KDHEdesign standards will be reviewed.

Learn where and how contaminants such as nitrates, arsenic,iron and manganese can increase in the well water causingproblems with well operation. Learn how these chemicals canvary in concentration even within the same aquifer and location.

Microbial and mineral blockages in wells have caused adversechanges in water quality as well as impacting well production andefficiency from plugging of the well screen, filter pack andaquifer. How do microorganisms inhabit wells and aquifers? Howdoes mineral scale occur? This session will use actual real lifesituations to describe how to clean wells, restore/improve waterquality, and disinfect wells.

The session presenters have extensive knowledge andexperience that will be a benefit to the topics being discussed.Presenters:

BRAD VInCEnT, P.G., Ground Water Associates Inc., Goddard, KSnED MARKS, P.G., Terrane Resources Company, Stafford, KSMIKE SCHnIEDERS, Water Systems Engineering, Ottawa, KS

Moderator: Tim Kelly, Brotche Well & Pump, Inc.

Water operators who attend will receive 5 hours of credittowards certification or renewal.

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10:00 a.m., Room 210B

BoARD/CoUnCiL LEADERshiP – WEAthERing

ALL stoRMs!Board and council members

are often forced into theircritical roles without a clearunderstanding of the coreprinciples for effectivegovernance or confidence tolead. This training session will provide many of the tools andresources to help board and councils gain confidence andgovernance skills. Generally speaking, most board and councilmembers do not have the same level of expertise as staff. Asrepresentatives of the public however, it’s the board or councilmembers who bear the burden for good decision-making onbehalf of the public they represent. Financial difficulties,personnel issues, construction or renovation complications, ordispute resolutions can all become challenges that maynecessitate a different approach to leadership and decision-making.

This pre-conference session received acclaim at the 2017KRWA conference. This leadership training will help boards andcouncils navigate the turbulence of local issues and governance.Here’s a sampling of the topics:

n How do you manage situations when the discussionbecomes polarized, whether in a board meeting or in apublic hearing?

n How do you better handle conflicts between customers andboard/council members or between board/council membersand staff?

n How do you best energize public support for systemenhancements and renovations?

n How do you navigate the sometimes blurred lines betweentransparency and need for confidentiality?

n How do you help establish a culture of accountability in yourboard and staff?

Presenters:PATRICIA ClARK, Kansas Leadership Center ROn AlEXAnDER, Kansas Leadership Center

Wichita, KSModerator: Sam Atherton, Public Wholesale District No. 4

no operator credit is available for attending this session.

PRECOnFEREnCE SESSIOnS

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9:30 a.m., Room 202

RWD oFFiCE FoRUM – A rural water district office staff should

have the capacity to analyzeinformation, report results of research,have data entry skills, have confidentialityand be thorough. This session is intended to provide answers toquestions on topics including: record retention, easements,forfeiture for non-payment new rule, agendas and muchmore. This session is intended for those who work in RWDoffices or serve on boards.

10:15 a.m.: Insuring the Risks! Each water district is so unique, why settle for a cookie cutter

insurance solution? When it comes to protecting yourmunicipality we’ll navigate through specialized coverages thatare both broad and flexible, and risk management techniquesthat will help you truly understand the protection that you areputting in place with your water system’s insurance program.

Overviews on coverages from Property to WorkersCompensation and beyond will help you be better equipped todevelop a robust insurance solution to the specific needs of yourwater district. Presenter: CRySTAl DECKER, TrustPoint Insurance

Burlington, KS

1:30 p.m.: The How and Why of Good Customer ServiceWhen we're out in the world as customers, bad service can

make us crazy. But we can forget to bring those lessons to workwith us when we're the ones who determine what experience acustomer will have. In this fun session we'll explore concreteways to create better interactions with customers – both internaland external – which have the benefit of making our lives easier,too. We’ll also touch on easy ways to enhance theprofessionalism of operations as part of improving customerservice. You'll leave with strategies to implement for yourself orfor your entire department.Presenter: lESlEE RIVAROlA, KU Public Management Center

Lawrence, KS3:30 to 4 p.m. questions and Answers, Discussion Period

Facilitators: Kristen Smith, Coffey RWD 3Brenda Adkins, Jackson RWD 3Karen Stromgren, Osage RWD 7

no operator credit is awarded for this session.

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10:00 a.m., Room 203

WoRKing togEthER to

gEt gREAt RAtEs

Setting proper utility rates is a teamsport. The mayor or board chairmancould twist some arms and pushthrough a set of rates. But, would theybe adequate? Fairly structured? Notlikely. Oh, they would try. But, successful rate setting takes ateam.

Here’s the team roster:n KRWA, because they do basic rate setting assistancen GettingGreatRates.com, because they do rate analysis

through the Kansas RATES Programn Regulators, because they make us fix thingsn Design engineers, because they design fixesn Capital improvement funders, because they fund fixes n Entity staff, because they gather the data and sometimes

calculate ratesn Councils and boards, because they execute ratesn Ratepayers, because they pay the rates This session, led by the Kansas RATES Program rate analyst,

will cover the rate setting field. Attend if you are involved in: n Adopting new ratesn Data gathering or doing rate calculations for rate adoptersn Designing, funding, planning or assisting on something that

affects rates You should come away with an understanding of how all the

positions need to be played so the team can reach the goal: greatrates. Presenter: CARl BROWn

GettingGreatRates.comJefferson City, MO

Moderator: Rick Sailler, City of Bonner Springs

no operator credit is awarded for this session.

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TuESDAy nITE

Opening nite - “Meet & greet”– BBq, gAMEs, soCiAL AnD $10,000in PRizEs!Doors open at 6:30p.m. Century II Convention Center

This Opening Nite “Meet &Greet” is a relaxing way to end a full day of pre-conferencesessions. There’s going to be plenty of food and social. Andthere’s a carnival – a Midway inside Century II complete with anamusement ride that will have you swinging over the event. TheKRWA conference is one big, down-home, happy family. Kansas’oldest Rock N’ Roll band, King Midas & The Mufflers, will beplaying for your listening and dancing enjoyment. Complete withmore than 30 games, including large midway trailers, a casino, aphoto booth, laser skeet shoot, and an O2 Bar – there’ssomething for everyone! Do you want your fortune told? See thepalm reader. Want your face drawn? See one of the caricaturists.Want to win prizes? Then take part in the games. The ticket pricefor this full event is only $15 for an evening of food and fun.Everyone who attends has a chance to win one of the ten $250VISA gift cards drawn from admission tickets. Win at the gamesand then place your tickets for prizes that you select. Thedrawings begin at 9:45 p.m. Winners must be present. Thisyear’s menu again has great barbecue, potato salad, bakedbeans, cole slaw, dessert and beverages. It’s one big party andthere is nothing like it for a conference opener.

This is the sixth yearfor the appearance ofKing Midas & TheMufflers band. Theseguys play real music!King Midas specializesin oldies – songs of the50s, 60s and 70s.These guys do rock!

Play the games, rack up the tickets, renew acquaintances andmake new friends at the Opening Nite “Meet & Greet”. Purchaseyour ticket on the registration form.

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OPEnInG SESSIOn

7:30 a.m. Registration Opens, connecting lobby, Century II;complimentary coffee, juice, rolls and more at theentrance to Concert Hall. Exhibits open at 10 a.m.

oPEning sEssion8:30 a.m., Concert Hall, Century II

n Welcome: Paul Froelich, President, KRWA n Invocation: Sandra Rush, Cowley RWD 3n Welcome to Wichita: Heather Egan, Visit Wichitan Musical Revue: Butler Headliners –

"Past, Present and Future!"

ChARLEs MARshALL

REAL HEROES DON’TWEAR SPANDEX!

How to positively impact thelives of others without wearinga costume

In real life, heroes aren't rock stars, moviestars, or sports figures. Real-life heroes are people who make adifference by believing in, and investing in, the lives of thosearound them. In this thoroughly inspiring and uplifting program,Charles uses real-life examples and compelling stories toillustrate the four attributes every hero possesses:

v What they do matters, especially when they show up with ahero attitude

v Every hero owns their choices in response to change andchallenge

v Real heroes actively program themselves to becomeproblem solvers

v Heroes are the first to initiate, engage, and leap into action By investing in other people, heroes are changing people's

lives.

Water and wastewater operators will receive 1.5 hours ofcertification credit for attendance; must be there at 8:30 a.m.

KEynOTE SPEAKER

special note: A drawing will be held for two $250 VISA cards atthe close of the Opening Session. Turn your ticket in when youenter the Concert Hall for the Opening Session.

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COnCuRREnT SESSIOnS

210 B210 A

Hyatt Ballroom EHyatt Ballroom DModerator: Matt Higgins

City of ElkhartOp. Credit: WW

LiFt stAtion BAsiCs - FRoMAnAtoMy to oPERAtion

This session will focus on howwastewater pumps are designed tofunction. This session will cover theprocess of how a pump and pumpstation operates both mechanicallyand electrically. Additional topics thatwill be covered in this session aretroubleshooting & maintenance ofpumps and then an overview of pumphydraulics including an overview ofhow to read pump curves. Finally,this session time block will beconcluded with questions from theaudience.

Moderator: Jon VossCity of Stockton

Op. Credit: WW

LAgoon CLEAning AnD LAnDAPPLiCAtion oPtions, BUDgEting

Many wastewater lagoons in Kansas aredecades old. In some cases, sludgeneeds to be removed. Participants atthis session will gain knowledge ofbudgeting, equipment, manpower, aswell as how to locate farmland,agronomic loadings and final reportingaccording to US EPA and stateregulations. There is also the concernfor good public relations. The presenterhas more than thirty years of experiencein the residuals management businessin a multi-state area.

Moderator: Ken KoppKansas Rural Water Assoc.

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

DWR ConsUMPtivE UsE AnDCiviL PEnALty REgULAtions

The Kansas Department of Agriculture’sDivision of Water Resources recentlymade changes to their regulations thataffect public water suppliers. Brent willdiscuss the simplified calculation thatgoverns the amount of water that canbe converted from irrigation to anyother use, such as municipal. Andrewwill discuss the increases in civilpenalties pertaining to delinquent DWRannual water use reports, which mustbe received by DWR before March 1, ofeach calendar year.

Moderator: Galen PennerMarion RWD 4

Op. Credit: W

ovERviEW oF thE LEAD AnDCoPPER RULE

This presentation, provided by theKansas Department of Health andEnvironment, will give a basicoverview of the Lead and Copper Rulealong with the changes torequirements to execute the rule asintended by the regulation. Thisincludes paperwork (i.e., Certificatesof Delivery, Materials Evaluation andSampling Plans) and tasks due witheach monitoring period. Attend thissession to obtain a betterunderstanding of a complex regulationthat all systems need to comply with.

Scott WienandsNutri-Ject Systems, Inc.Hudson, Iowa

Brent Turney; Andrew TherhuneDept. of Ag. Div. of Water ResourcesManhattan, Kansas

Fred Del ToroSmith & Loveless, Inc.Lenexa, Kansas

Tara HammerKansas Dept. of Health & Env.Topeka, Kansas

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WEDnESDAy, MARCH 28, 10:45 A.M.

203210 C

209 A 209 BModerator: Jerry Martin

City of Park City Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

UnDERstAnDing KPERs AnDAn UPDAtE on its WEB PoRtAL

Attend this session for an up-date of theRedesign Project for the employer webportal. Your reporting to KPERS shouldbe much easier in the future. There willalso be a basic presentation forunderstanding the KPERS-1, KPERS-2and the new KPERS-3 memberships. Doyou have the KPERS Optional Group LifeInsurance (OGLI) program for youremployees? Get a brief explanation ofthis program. Now available to KPERScovered employers, is the KPERS 57deferred compensation plan. See howthis is important to retirement planning.

Moderator: Julie StutzmanCity of Lyndon

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

CoMMUnity DEvELoPMEnt BLoCKgRAnts (CDBg PRogRAM)The Community Development BlockGrant program is a federally fundedprogram that enables eligiblecommunities to finance communityimprovement projects. Projects caninclude water, sewer, streets, bridges,fire trucks and ambulances, etc. Learnthe ways in which small communitiesand rural water districts may qualify toapply for CDBG funds, the annualcompetitions, funding limits andapplication due dates. Attend thissession and learn how your communitymay be able to benefit.

Moderator: Ken McNicklePublic Wholesale Dist. No. 4

Op. Credit: W & WW

ELECtRiCAL EFFiCiEnCy FoR WAtERAnD WAstEWAtER systEMs

The electric bills for water utilities are asubstantial portion of their budget, andcan approach 80 percent of totalmunicipal treatment and distributioncosts. In this presentation, electric billbasics will be reviewed and some simplesteps to determine energy efficiencywithin the utility will be provided. Toolsthat are available to help dig deeper toself-perform energy audits and calculatesavings will also be discussed. Thisinformation is applicable to both waterand wastewater treatment.

Don Rankin, Scott ShreveUtility Data IntelTopeka, Kansas

Mel AbbottKansas Public Employees RetirementTopeka, Kansas

Salih DoughramajiKansas Department of CommerceTopeka, Kansas

Moderator: Denise EggersJefferson RWD 12

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

iMPRoving CUstoMER sERviCEWith UsE oF soCiAL MEDiA

Which platforms are best for amunicipality or a rural water district touse? How can a city or rural waterdistrict best use social media? What arethe time constraints of one morecommunication outlet? When and whatshould you post? This sessions willexplore these questions and more. Thispresentation is designed to focus onextending your customer servicepresence to connect and network yourcommunity. While “social media” canbe abused, see examples of benefits.

Jen SharpJenSharp.comOttawa, Kansas

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COnCuRREnT SESSIOnS

210 B210 A

Hyatt Ballroom EHyatt Ballroom DModerator: Denise Vogt

Butler RWD 3Op. Credit: None

CREAting sUCCEss AnDEnCoURAging tEAMWoRK

Who needs to learn more aboutimproving their customer service skills?Everyone who cares about their ownsuccess and that of their organization!Becoming a customer service expertisn’t just for people who talk on thephone or visit customers. It’s foreveryone who desires to grow theirorganization, advance in their career,and improve their relationships withteam members. Every organization thatseeks to continue to grow and achieveits potential must focus on improvingcustomer service.

Moderator: Jaime Menon Kansas Pride

Op. Credit: Clerk IIMC

sAvvy soCiAL sECURity PLAnning– PLAn noW, BE AhEAD

This Savvy Social Security Planningseminar is a recap of Social Securityand ways for Baby Boomers tomaximize their retirement income.Covering topics such as: Understandingthe value of Social Security, Will SocialSecurity be there for me, How much Ican expect to receive, When shouldone apply for benefits, Maximizing myBenefits – 5 Strategies, and Will SocialSecurity be enough to live on inretirement. Each section is brokendown for greater understanding, andtime for questions.

Moderator: Wade WebberCity of Cherryvale

Op. Credit: WW

RARE EARth tEChnoLogy FoRPhosPhoRUs REMovAL

With environmental regulationscontinuing to restrict the discharge ofphosphorus from wastewater facilities,traditional methods of phosphorusremoval are proving inadequate. A newcoagulant used for phosphorusremoval, cerium chloride, has beenstudied in several municipal andindustrial wastewater treatmentfacilities that must meet a phosphorusdischarge limit of 0.5 mg/L or lower.This presentation will demonstrate thehigh phosphorus removal capabilitiesof cerium chloride.

Charles MarshallM Power Resources Dacula, Georgia

Jim GallmannNeo Chemicals and OxidesGreenwood Village, Colorado

Adam lukeForesters Financial ServicesOverland Park, Kansas

Moderator: Randall HarrisChisholm Creek Authority

Op. Credit: W; WW

sAFEty in thE PUBLiCWoRKPLACE

This session will take attendeesthrough a typical safety audit of apublic sector workplace, includingwater and wastewater treatmentplants. This sessions gives real worldexamples of common safety issueswith recommendations for avoidingand correcting these problems in yourown work places. The issues includemisuse of extension cords and otherelectrical hazards, problems withmachine guarding and lock-out/tag-out, and general safety issues. Safety isvery important in the workplace.

Roger DickeyKansas Department of LaborTopeka, Kansas

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WEDnESDAy, MARCH 28, 1:30 P.M.

Moderator: Ty LemonCity of Chapman

Op. Credit: W; WW; Clerk IIMC

LEARn hoW to BE PREPAREDFoR thE nEXt DisAstER

It is the responsibility of everyemployer to protect employees andfacilities and to develop a plan toresume operations if a facility isdamaged or destroyed. In order toaccomplish this goal, several thingsneed to be considered: to lessen thepotential for loss of life and property byanticipating emergencies; protectemployees, customers, and business;and, assist employees in understandingtheir responsibilities and those of co-workers. Attend, and learn to be betterprepared for the next disaster.

203210 C

209 B209 A

Trevor FlynnKansas Dept. of Health & Env.Topeka, Kansas

Moderator: Bryan VanMeterCity of Courtland

Op. Credit: WW

nEW AMMoniA CRitERiA FoRWAstEWAtER systEMs

This session reviews Kansas' newammonia criteria, the more stringenteffluent ammonia limits as well as themultiple discharge variance for lagoonsfor ammonia. The presentation alsodiscusses the procedures for anyKansas NPDES permittee to pursue anindividual variance. The session alsoincludes information on the KansasWater Pollution Control State RevolvingLoan Program for wastewater systems.Learn how to access that programwhich has funds available for studies,engineering fees, and construction.

Moderator: Abdu DurarCity of Manhattan

Op. Credit: W

DRinKing WAtER CoRRosionContRoL inDEXEs, tREAtMEnts

This presentation discusses theLangelier Index (LSI) and other commoncorrosion control indexes used indrinking water treatment. How the LSIaffects the lead and copper in adistribution system and a water utility’scompliance with the US EPA regulationwill be explored. Treatment options thatwill change the LSI will be discussedincluding pH, alkalinity, and calciumadjustment. Learn how other treatmentoptions for water utilities such asphosphates that can bring a water utilityinto compliance.

Kevin JonesMid West Fire Training AssociatesChanute, Kansas

Jen SharpJenSharp.comOttawa, Kansas

Darin SkuttCarus CorporationWichita, Kansas

Moderator: Stacey Whitney City of Almena

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

PRACtiCAL UsEs FoRsPREADshEEts

Have you ever sat dejected looking at ablank Excel workbook? This session willhelp you overcome the fears! Jen Sharpwill present five MS Excel Templates shedeveloped specifically for situationsrural water or smaller city offices mightencounter. If you have a need to trackwater loss or usage, financialtransactions, operating or capitalimprovement budgets, or equipmentand inventory, this is the session toattend. See the demonstrations andthen download the templates fromKRWA later.

COnCuRREnT SESSIOnS

210 B210 A

Hyatt Ballroom EHyatt Ballroom DModerator: Calvin Burke

City of LiberalOp. Credit: WW

REDUCing PRivAtE PRoPERtyinFLoW AnD inFiLtRAtion

Water can enter a sewage system inmany ways, including leaky pipes andconnections. Often those leaks are onhomeowners’ own properties. Theincreased flow after a storm can causeproblems throughout the system,including basements. But basementbackups are only a symptom. Theproblem is bigger and requires asolution which is full cooperation fromeveryone. Learn how private I&Ireduction can sometimes reduce wetweather flows at a reduced cost overlarger capital improvements.

Moderator: Diane KnowlesKansas Water Office

Op. Credit: None

WhAt’s thE vALUE oF oURWAtER? hoW is it vALUED?We all know that water is essential toeveryday life. The average Americanuses 176 gallons of water per day. Foodsupply, industry, and our very survivaldepend on sufficient and usablesources of water. The availability of anadequate and dependable watersupply is critical to the social andeconomic viability of our communities.This session takes a look at the value ofwater in “water short” areas versus“water rich” areas across the country,as well as a look at water values withinKansas.

Moderator: Allan SoetaertJohnson RWD 7, KRWA

Op. Credit: W

REgULAtoRy UPDAtE FoRPUBLiC WAtER sUPPLy systEMs

Recent changes within the State ofKansas’ drinking water regulationsmake this session a must for all watersystems wanting to better understandwhat the most notable changes are andhow those regulations may impact theirsystem. In addition, this session willbriefly examine the regulatory processand potential enforcementramifications. The regulatory packagewas out for public comment earlier thisyear. Attend this session to betterunderstand about these new andrevised regulations.

Ron ThomannTREKK Design Group, LLCKansas City, Missouri

Andrew HareKansas Dept. of Health & Env.Topeka, Kansas

Tracy StreeterKansas Water Office Topeka, Kansas

Jeanie CunninghamLifestyle Health PlansLenexa, Kansas

Moderator: Sue HarshButler RWD 6

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

hEALth BEnEFit PLAns FoRKRWA MEMBERs

The National Rural Water Association inpartnership with Mike Keith Insuranceand Elliott Insurance are pleased toprovide information on HealthyBenefits for KRWA members. NRWAHealthy Benefits is a unique benefitprogram for water districts,municipality members and associatemembers. This program was designedto provide comprehensive andaffordable health care options to meetthe compliance demands of ACA. Learnhow to help employees have access toquality health insurance.

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WEDnESDAy, MARCH 28, 2:45 P.M.

203210 C

209 B209 AModerator: Rita Clary

Kansas Rural Water Assoc.Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

WAtER inFRAstRUCtURE FUnDingoPPoRtUnitiEs thRoUgh UsDAIn the past seven years, USDA RuralDevelopment has provided more than$323 million in water and wastewaterprojects in Kansas. Learn aboutupcoming funding opportunities and theagency’s funding priorities includingregionalization, health and safety, pre-development planning grants, andemergency grant funding. Learn howUSDA Rural Development has alsoimproved processing by implementingthe RD Apply application process and theElectronic Preliminary EngineeringReport (PER) process.

Moderator: Bill ShroyerCity of Sabetha, KRWA

Op. Credit: W; WW; Clerk IIMC

REsiLiEnCE REsoURCEs FoR WAtERAnD WAstEWAtER UtiLitiEs

Drinking water and wastewater utilitiesin the United States face a multitude ofthreats – including intentional acts,natural disasters, and climate change –that may cause service disruptions thatcan greatly affect community healthand safety. The US EnvironmentalProtection Agency’s Water SecurityDivision is tasked with developingstrategies, tools, and resources to helpwater utilities, both drinking water andwastewater, prepare for, respond to,and recover from any and all hazardsthat may impact water service.

Moderator: Brian KingsleyBG Consultants

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

systEM DEvELoPMEnt FEEs –hoW to sEt thEM PRoPERLy

A system development fee is assessedat the time of connection. They arenamed variously such as: systemdevelopment fees, connection fees, tap-on fees, and more. Name aside,structure them correctly and set themhigh enough and each new connectionwill pay a fair and adequate fee.Adequate to do what? To repay the costof building the infrastructurecommitted to serve each connection.Ifyour utility is growing you need thesefees, and their cousin, capacitysurcharges.

Moderator: David RinaldiLeavenworth RWD 7

Op. Credit: W, WW

FRoM WitChing stiCKs to gPsAUgMEntED REALity

If your system is like most water andwastewater utilities in Kansas, there arelines buried that you simply cannotlocate accurately. This session willprovide attendees with information onall of the ways to locate the water orsewer lines, even if they don't havetracer wires. From using electromagneticlocators with a tracer wire and metalpiping to locating non-conductive waterlines with various methods such aswitching sticks, ground penetratingradar, acoustics, simple GPS equipment,etc.

Shane’ HastingsUSDA Rural DevelopmentTopeka, Kansas

Khin Cho ThaungEnvironmental Protection AgencyWashington, DC

Travis Beran, Brent BrileySubsurface SolutionsGretna, Nebraska

Carl BrownGettingGreatRates.comJefferson City, Missouri

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EXhiBit hALL FLooR PLAn

EXhiBits PRoviDE oPPoRtUnitiEs

EXPo hALL sChEDULE: Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 12 noon

note: Opening Sessionbegins at 8:30 a.m.,Wednesday, March 28 inConcert Hall. Exhibitsopen AFTER theOpening Sessionconcludes at 10:00 a.m.

The final Exhibitor Directoryand floor plan will be includedin the registration packet.

Check out the great prizesin the WaterPac Raffle atKRWA’s booth #104.

Door prizes donated by exhibitors will be announcedor drawn for at the Thursdaynoon luncheon.

“thank you” to allexhibitors and sponsors whohelp make this conference thelargest and best in theMidwest and among the bestin the U.S.

shoP AnD CoMPARE!

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Hospitality Area

Coffee

Rolls, BagelsMuffins

Fresh Fruit andmore...

Quilt Display

COnCuRREnT SESSIOnS

210 B210 A

Hyatt Ballroom EHyatt Ballroom DModerator: Lon Schrader

City of AbileneOp. Credit: WW

A PREsCRiPtion FoR hEALthysEWER systEMs

Is there such a thing as a healthy ornon-healthy sewer system? Absolutelythere is. There are several ways tomeasure the health of a sewer. The firstis Efficacy – how well does it protect thecommunity and environment. Second isLongevity – how well does it resistdeterioration? Third is Capacity – can ithandle what it was designed for? Thepresentation will look at ways tooptimize sewer function safely and non-hazardously and outline benefits to thecommunity, sewer systeminfrastructure and the environment.

Mark McIntireMcIntire Management GroupNorth Kansas City, Missouri

Moderator: Perry SmithWheatland Electric

Op. Credit: W; WW

sCADA systEMs FoR WAtERAnD WAstEWAtER UtiLitiEs

SCADA systems provide operators withprecise data necessary to effectivelyrun their water and wastewatersystem. A properly designed andimplemented SCADA system saves timeand money by eliminating the need forpersonnel to visit each site or buildingfor monitoring of equipment, datacollection or make adjustments. Thereare lots of benefits to SCADA systemsincluding real time monitoring, systemmodifications, troubleshooting,increased equipment life, security, andreport generation.

Ed McGrath R. E. Pedrotti Company, Inc. Mission, Kansas

Moderator: Dale KirmerKS Dept. of Transportation

Op. Credit: W; WW

ConqUERing thE DAngERs oFWoRK zonEs nEAR highWAys

This session will review the elements ofproper traffic control and permitsrequired to work in the right-of-way onthe state highway. Proper traffic controlnot only protects the traveling public, italso protects municipal utilities andrural water districts as they work in ornear public rights-of-way. Gain anunderstanding of the special conditionsthat exist in and around right-of-wayand to identify safety rules, proceduresand other precautions that are requiredof utilities, contractors andsubcontractors in this environment.

Scott Suching, Jerald RunnebaumKansas Dept. of TransportationWichita, Kansas

Moderator: Karen StromgrenOsage RWD 7

Op. Credit: None

RWD BooKEEPERs hELPWEAthER LoCAL stoRMs

This session is open for topics ofinterest suggested by those attending.A rural water district office staff shouldhave the capacity to analyzeinformation, report results of research,have data entry skills, haveconfidentiality and be thorough. Thissession is intended to provide answersto questions on topics including: recordretention, easements, forfeiture fornon-payment new rule, agendas andmuch more. This session is intended forthose who work in RWD offices orserve on boards.

Pat Shaffer; Sharon DwyerButler RWD 5; Douglas RWD 5Benton and Lawrence, Kansas

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WEDnESDAy, MARCH 28, 4:00 P.M.

203210 C

209 B209 A

Moderator: Carolyn LambornCrawford RWD 5

Op. Credit: W; WW; Clerk IIMC

gUiDAnCE FoR CyBER sECURityAnD DAtA tRAnsFER

Proper management of information andits security, use and misuse is now a toppriority. The need to proactively addressthese issues has never been greater.This presentation is an overview ofoptions available in the market forhousing of data and risks affiliated withdifferent storage options. Transfer ofdata will also be reviewed and things toconsider prior and post transferring ofdata. Vendors will also be discussed –and what questions should be asked todetermine who is providing the bestsolution available.

Chad HollinsCollection Bureau of KansasTopeka, Kansas

Moderator: Katie TietsortDiv. of Water Resources

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

WAtER UsE DAtA: CoMPLEtingDWR WAtER UsE REPoRts

Water use data is essential formanagement of the state’s resources.Each owner of a water right is requiredby law to submit a complete andaccurate water use report every year.This process ensures that the people ofKansas – and officials responsible formanaging or monitoring water resources– have access to complete informationhow water is used. This session willreview annual water use reportingthrough paper reports and the onlinesystem and compliance and enforcementregulations.

Elizabeth FitchDept. of Ag, Div. of Water ResourcesManhattan, Kansas

Jake Dugger Utility Service Company (Suez)Omaha, Nebraska

Moderator: Stuart PorterSchwab - Eaton, P.A.

Op. Credit: W; WW

ADvAntAgEs oF PiPELinEREstoRAtion tEChnoLogiEs

This session addresses the varying piperelining technologies and theadvantages and disadvantages of thesetechnologies. Why dig up streets toreplace aging infrastructure when youcan reline it to original strength in afraction of the time? New materials are100 percent solids epoxy, zero VOC’s,and less than five percent of thetrenching is required to replace thelines. Relining causes less disruption forcustomers; streets remain in use duringthe project. Make sure someoneattends from your system.

Moderator: Carl ChalfantCity of Washington, KRWA

Op. Credit: None

REsoURCEs AvAiLABLE thRoUghKAnsAs gEoLogiCAL sURvEy sitE

The Kansas Geological Survey (KGS)studies and provides information aboutthe geology of Kansas. The KGS websitehas extensive onlne resources relatedto groundwater, water wells, waterrights, oil and gas fields, earthquakes,and unique places to visit in Kansas.Whether you are an industry expert orjust have a casual interest, this sessionprovides an overview on the digitalresources available through the KGSsite. Attend this session to learn howthis information can be helpful toutilities.

Brownie WilsonKansas Geological Survey Lawrence, Kansas

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SPOuSE PROGRAM

Spouses Are Going to “Paint the Town”!The 2018 Spouse Program is a "party with a purpose". Join in this fun-filled spouse program beginning at 1:45 p.m.

on Wednesday, March 28 at Century II Convention Center. Thisprogram will be held in Room 201, which is up on the promenadelevel. There is no extra charge to attend but those planning toattend need to let KRWA know on the registration form so that asufficient number of chairs. canvas and paint – and food anddrinks – will be available. Someone wanted chocolate-coveredstrawberries? Okay, KRWA will have them. Remember, thisprogram costs KRWA money – and KRWA wants there to beadequate seating, materials and food and drinks so if you plan toattend, register – and if you register, plan to attend.

“Paint the Town” will be an unforgettable afternoon of fun,friends, and fine art … Where you enjoy the food and drink andKRWA provides the canvas!

In a few fun hours youcan create your own workof art form by just followingthe instructions of theteacher. All materials willbe provided.

This is sure to be anafternoon of fun – andeveryone produces apainting close to theoriginal.

No painting experience? None is needed – promise! Whetheryou have never painted before or are an experienced artist, thisparty is for you. There'll be step-by-step instruction by anexcellent teacher who somehow helps turn dots, lines, shapesinto a full-blown masterpiece.

Again, there's no extra charge for spouses to attend – but youmust indicate your intentions to attend on the registration form sothat adequate seating and materials – and food and drink, areavailable.

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AWARDS & EnTERTAInMEnT

Wednesday evening, March 285:00 Social in EXPO Hall6:30 Banquet Hall opens

Awards Presentations, Entertainment

puMp BOys & Dinettes

Meet Jim, Eddie,Jackson andL.M. – the pump boys of Highway57. They’ll fill up your tank by dayand cut loose by night with a crowd-pleasing mix of southern-fried rock,rhythm and blues! Just across theroad you’ll find Double Cupp Dinerwhere sisters Prudie and RhettaCupp serve up the finest homecookin’ and sweetest manners thisside of the Mississippi. Together,these six friends sing of joy andheartbreak while strumming and humming away on guitar, piano,bass, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, harmonica and even a few kitchenutensils! It's KRWA's 2018 conference entertainmentimmediately following the Awards Banquet. Thanks to The ForumTheatre for putting on this show to KRWA!

MORE quIlTS – GREAT GRAnD PRIZESContinuing with the tradition that dates back to 1984, KRWA's

conference in 2018 again offers four chances to win a full-sizequilt. The quilts were pieced byConnie Huerter of Seneca, Kan.This year's designs are Square in aSquare, Pieces of the Night, LilacAppliqué and Stars in the Meadow.All are machine quilted. Stars in theMeadow will be one of the prizes fordrawing at the WaterPac Raffle. Onequilt will be drawn for at theWednesday evening banquet andtwo quilts will be prize drawings atthe Thursday luncheon. A sofa quilt,WaterScapes, was pieced byKathleen Ronnebaum. The sofa quiltwill be one of the prizes on Tuesdayevening's "Meet & Greet" party.

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COnCuRREnT SESSIOnS

210 B210 A

Hyatt Ballroom EHyatt Ballroom D

Moderator: Daniel ClementBurns & McDonnell

Op. Credit: W

CoMPLiAnCE With DisinFECtionByPRoDUCts (DBPs)Many suppliers are struggling with theDBPs requirements especiallytrihalomethanes, (THMs) andhaloacetic acids (HAAs). This sessiondiscusses the maximum contaminantlevel (MCLs) requirements, the causesof high THMs and HAAs, monitoringschedules (reduced and increased), and public notice. Specific examples of the challenges, mistakes, and ironiesof these requirements will be reviewedfor both surface and well water andpurchasing systems. Be sure to attendthis session.

Pat McCoolKansas Rural Water AssociationWichita, Kansas

Moderator: Chuck ShivelyCity of Coffeyville

Op. Credit: WW

WAstEWAtER oPERAtoRREFREshER CoURsE – PARt iThose operators planning to take theKDHE wastewater operator certificationexam are encouraged to attend thissession. This training is not acomprehensive preparation course, butis a review for the operator exam. Theinformation will include operatorexpectations, sample questions,examination concepts, basic mathproblems and a review of basicoperations. Attendance at this sessionshould be helpful to those taking thecertification exam. The exam will beheld in Hyatt Ballroom at 1:30 p.m.

Marsha Fleming; Traci MilesKansas Dept. of Health & Env.Salina, Kansas

Moderator: Allen MarkleyDouglas RWD 2

Op. Credit: W; WW

MAnAging AnD MonitoRingyoUR LoCAtEs MADE EAsy

This session will provide a livedemonstration of the free Locator TicketManagement (LTM) and Ticket Checkprograms, which were developed by OneCall Concepts. LTM is a web-based toolfor those responsible for locatingunderground utilities to receive andmanage their tickets. Ticket Checkprovides the ability, for members, toelectronically attach a status to all oftheir locate requests. One Call Conceptsis the contract operator for the KansasUnderground Notification System; attendand visit the folks who do the work.

David Butler, Jessica lewisOne Call ConceptsWichita, Kansas

Moderator: Randall OlvierCity of Cheney

Op. Credit: W

WAtER stoRAgE tAnKinsPECtion AnD MAintEnAnCE

This presentation will review thenecessary components of an effectivewater storage tank inspection. The inspection process should evaluate thesafety, sanitary, structural, security andcoatings conditions of the storage tank. Routine, periodic andcomprehensive inspections will bediscussed and participants will developin a workshop format their own routineinspection checklist to use for theirwater storage tanks. The purpose of theinspection is to identify potentials tocause contamination of the water.

John Snodgrass, Rick PennerMaguire Iron, Inc.Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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THuRSDAy, MARCH 29, 9:30 A.M.

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209 B209 A

Moderator: Steve EulerMorris RWD 1

Op. Credit: Wl Clerk IIMC

RECoRDKEEPing tiPs AnDEMERgEnCy WAtER sUPPLy PLAn

Is your office desk buried in piles offolders and papers? Are you confusedabout what paperwork needs to bekept and for how long? Does notice ofa KDHE inspection create anatmosphere of panic for the office oroperator? Attend this session to learnabout the water and wastewaterrecords that are required to be kept onfile, the retention time, and an easyway to keep them organized. Thispresentation will also cover the basicsof developing an Emergency WaterSupply Plan.

Monica WurtzKansas Rural Water AssociationAurora, Kansas

210 CModerator: Nancy Zogleman

Sumner RWD 4Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

An ongoing stoRM –BiLL CoLLECtions

There's no storm hardly as challengingas bill collections. This presentation is areview of the collection industryproviding best practices while examiningdifferent internal processes thatgovernment entities utilize to lower debtexposure. This session reviews themethods available for data transfer andcollection processes available in Kansas,the rules and regulations in placeimpacting the industry, the tools andsoftware for managing accountsreceivables thus impacting the future ofcollections.

Chad HollinsCollection Bureau of Kansas Topeka, Kansas

Mark Thomas; Bruce SpareKRWA; Saline RWDs 3, 7, 8Seneca, Kansas; Assaria, Kansas

Kelly RundelAttorney at LawWichita, Kansas

Moderator: Karen KiserCity of Delphos

Op. Credit: None; Clerk IIMC

#MEtoo hARAssMEnt in thEWoRKPLACE

Prevention is the best tool to eliminateharassment in the workplace.Employers are encouraged to takeappropriate steps to prevent andcorrect unlawful harassment. Theyshould clearly communicate toemployees that unwelcome harassingconduct will not be tolerated. They cando this by establishing an effectivecomplaint or grievance process,providing anti-harassment training totheir managers and employees, andtaking immediate and appropriateaction when an employee complains.

Moderator: Adrianne Feeney Dickinson RWD 1

Op. Credit: W

MAKing EFFECtivE UsE oFgPs MAPPing in RWDs

This session will demonstrate waterand wastewater system GPS data andits benefits as well as all thepossibilities that the GPS technologyprovides. The GPS mapping projects forSaline RWD’s 3, 7, and 8 will beshowcased, illustrating how thedistricts utilize their GIS each day andhow this benefits these districts. Thispresentation also reviews the processthat KRWA uses in providing GPSmapping services and how free appssuch as Google Earth can be used formapping.

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210 B

Hyatt Ballroom EHyatt Ballroom D

210 AModerator: Kendall Eichman

Anderson RWD No.4Op. Credit: Clerk IIMC

REtiREMEnt oPtions FoRRWDs AnD MUniCiPALitiEs

What used to be a luxury is nowbecoming a necessity. But many ruralwater districts and some municipalitiesin Kansas still do not currently offeremployees an employer-sponsoredretirement plan. This Includes KPERS, theState of Kansas Pension plan. Thispresentation will walk those attendingthrough the options rural water districtsand municipalities that are KPERSeligible have — whether or not they offerKPERS – in helping employees save for asound retirement, regardless of the sizeof the entity.

Moderator: Rod HuffmanCity of Oakley

Op. Credit: WW

WAstEWAtER oPERAtoRREFREshER CoURsE – PARt iiThis session is Part II of that whichstarted at 9:30 a.m. Wastewateroperators who plan to take the KDHEwastewater operator certification examwill find this session helpful. Thissession is not a comprehensivepreparation course, but is a review forthe examination. The information willconsist of operator expectations,sample questions, examinationconcepts, basic math problems and areview of basic operations. Attendanceat this session will be helpful to thosetaking the certification test at 1:30.

Marsha Fleming; Traci MilesKansas Dept. of Health & Env.Salina, Kansas

len lehmannKPERS 457Topeka, Kansas

Moderator: Kelley ZellnerCity of Valley Center

Op. Credit: W; WW

ChLoRinE sAFEty – iMPoRtAntinFoRMAtion to KnoW

Regardless of the form of chlorineused, safety is a concern. This trainingsession will explain the procedures forthe proper and safe handling of gaschlorine, liquid sodium hypochlorite,and calcium hypochlorite (powder,granules or tablets). The procedures forreplacing an empty 150 lb. cylinder ofgas chlorine, including step-by-stepinstallation and checking for gasleakage in start-up will be explained.Hear tips and safety points that everynew or experienced operator needs toknow and practice every day.

Curtis SmithChlorinators IncorporatedStuart, Florida

Moderator: Douglas HelmkeKansas Rural Water Assoc.

Op. Credit: None

BEALs hEALthy stREAMs FoRKAnsAs initiAtivE

In 2016, The Nature Conservancy (TNC)officially launched the Beals HealthyStreams for Kansas Initiative to buildupon the successes already being seenrelated to stream and waterconservation in Kansas. TNC will discussthe development of the program andgoals and visions for the future. Thispresentation includes two ongoingprojects: a water conservationpartnership in the Rattlesnake Creekwatershed; and the inclusion of theKansas River system in the SustainableRivers Program.

Heidi MehlThe Nature ConservancyTopeka, Kansas

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THuRSDAy, MARCH 29, 10:45 A.M.

203210 C

209 B209 A

Moderator: Jim BurtonCity of Columbus

Op. Credit: None

EConoMiC BEnEFits oF UsingFLEXiBLE DRoP PiPE

Use of flexible drop pipe in a water wellcan achieve many benefits overstandard rigid pipe. Learn about thereduction of friction loss, electricalsavings, different installation andretrieval methods, quick installation,quick retrieval, the ability to maintainand rehab your well quick andefficiently and test pumping. Thepresentation will also include discussionabout the hose life expectancy, hoseconstruction, tensile strength, PSIcapability, maximum depth setting, nocorrosion and many other benefits.

Moderator: Holly BumpGreenway Environmental

Op. Credit: W; WW; Clerk IIMC

LoCAL, stAtE, FEDERAL RoLEs inEMERgEnCy MAnAgEMEnt

When an emergency or disaster occurs,a coordinated response from allemergency management partners isvital for a successful response andrecovery. County emergencymanagement agencies are involvedfrom the mitigation and preparednessphases through disaster response andrecovery. In this session, learn how theKansas Div. of EmergencyManagement. coordinates state andfederal assistance with local andmutual aid support. Don’t wait for theemergency to learn about this.

Jonathan yorkKansas Div. of Emergency Mgmt.Topeka, Kansas

Doug WilsonHose Solutions IncScottsdale, Arizona

Moderator: Joe TravnichekEllsworth RWD No. 1

Op. Credit: W; WW

MAth MADE EAsy – A ConFEREnCE CRAsh CoURsE

Math problem solving skills can be avaluable asset for water andwastewater operators. Participants inthis session will have the opportunityto learn examples of how to performthe calculations and seedemonstrations of using thosecalculations. Attendees will learn howto perform basic calculations for area,volume, detention times, pressure,chemical dosages and concentrations,flow conversions, flow velocities,filtration rates and more. This is a goodrefresher course for operators.

John Schwartz USABlueBookGurnee, Illinois

Moderator: Todd ThompsonPublic Whoesale Dist. No. 23

Op. Credit: W; WW; Clerk IIMC

sAFEty nEEDs to BE highEstConCERn WoRKing in tREnChEs

Working safely in trenches is of utmostimportance to utilities. This session willprovide information on why accidentshappen and how to prevent them,SOP’s, shoring, types of soils,communication and competentperson/incompetent person in trenchsafety. This training is intended for endusers, contractors, management,equipment operators and everyoneelse. Attendees will come away fromthis course with a desire to be a betteremployee, employer and stakeholderwhen it comes to trench safety.

Douglas A. RisedenKrauszUSAOcala, Florida

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thank you exhibitorsA final EXPo hall Floor Plan with booth designations

will be included in each registration packet to bepicked up at the conference. Listings of exhibitors andthe floor plan will be posted throughout EXPo hall.

4RF uSA, Inc.Denver, Colorado

A-1 Pump & Jet Services, Inc.Emporia, Kansas

A.y. McDonald ManufacturingBroken Arrow, Oklahoma

Acord Cox & CompanyLenexa, Kansas

Advanced Drainage SystemsYukon, Oklahoma

Alexander Pump & ServicesSt. Marys, Kansas

Allgeier, Martin and Associates, Inc.Joplin, Missouri

Alliance Pump & Mechanical ServiceIndependence, Missour

American AVK CompanyAtchison, Kansas

American Flow ControlMission, Kansas

Asahi/America, Inc.Lawrence, Maryland

ASC Pumping EquipmentOlathe, Kansas

Axiom Instrumentation ServicesMission, Kansas

B & B Electric Motor CompanyWichita, Kansas

Badger MeterMilwaukee, Wiconsin

Bartlett & West, IncTopeka, Kansas

BG ConsultantsLawrence, Kansas

BlueWater Solutions Group, Inc.Lawrence, Kansas

BRB ContractorsTopeka, Kansas

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Brenntag SouthwestNowata, Oklahoma

Brotcke Well & Pump - WestKansas City, Kansas

Burns & McDonnell EngineeringWichita, Kansas

C K PowerLenexa, Kansas

CAS Constructors, llCTopeka, Kansas

Central Tank Coatings, Inc.Elgin, Iowa

CES Industrial Piping SupplyBelton, Missouri

Chlorinators IncorporatedStuart, Florida

Circle C Paving and Construction, llCGoddard, Kansas

City of lyonsLyons, Kansas

Clarke Well & EquipmentGreat Bend, Kansas

Collection Bureau of KansasTopeka, Kansas

Comm-TronixWichita, Kansas

Core & MainMcPherson, Kansas

Cunningham, Inc.Joplin, Missouri

D C & B Supply CompanyPratt, Kansas

Data Access & Support CenterLawrence, Kansas

Dave Allert CompanyTulsa, Oklahoma

Ditch Witch underConPark City, Kansas

Douglas Pump ServiceOverland Park, Kansas

DPC EnterpriseWichita, Kansas

Durkin Equipment CompanyWichita, Kansas

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DXP Pump & Power EquipmentLenexa, Kansas

EA Tanks, Inc.Lenexa, Kansas

Earles Engineering & InspectionSalina, Kansas

EJKearney, Missouri

Elliott Equipment CompanyGrimes, Iowa

Elliott Insurance GroupTopeka, Kansas

Engineered SystemsOverland Park, Kansas

Enviro-line CompanyOsawatomie, Kansas

Environmental & Process SystemsLenexa, Kansas

Environmental Process EquipmentWichita, Kansas

Evans, Bierly, Hutchison & AssociatesGreat Bend, Kansas

Ferguson WaterworksKansas City, Missouri

Fluid Equipment CompanyKansas City, Missouri

Foley Equipment CompanyWichita, Kansas

Ford Meter BoxJoplin, Missouri

Foresters FinancialOverland Park, Kansas

Fort Bend Servcies, Inc.Stafford, Texas

FTC Equipment, llCKansas City, Missouri

Grasshopper CompanyMoundridge, Kansas

Great Plains StructuresVadnais Heights, Minnesota

Ground Water AssociatesGoddard, Kansas

Hajoca CorporationWichita, Kansas

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Hawkins, Inc.Garnett, Kansas

Haynes Equipment CompanyOlathe, Kansas

Heartland Environmental Distributors, Inc.Kingdom City, Missouri

Hodes & Sutter, Inc.Lenexa, Kansas

Hose SolutionsScottsdale, Arizona

Hydra-StopBurr Ridge, Illinois

Hydro-Klean, llCRogers, Minnesota

Hydro ResourcesGarden City, Kansas

Industrial Sales CompanyOlathe, Kansas

Industrial Service & Supply, Inc.Tempe, Arizona

Innovative Engineered EquipmentIndependence, Missouri

Integrity Fusion Products, Inc.Fayetteville, Georgia

Itron, Inc.Liberty Lake, Washington

J & A Traffic ProductsBlue Springs, Missouri

Jayhawk SoftwareIola, Kansas

JCI IndustriesLees Summit, Missouri

JCM IndustriesNash, Texas

Johnson Service CompanyKearney, Nebraska

K.C. ConstructionBasehor, Kansas

Kalos, Inc.Topeka, Kansas

Kansas 811Wichita, Kansas

Kansas Department of CommerceTopeka, Kansas

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Kansas Department of laborTopeka, Kansas

Kansas Dept. Health & EnvironmentTopeka, Kansas

Kansas Dept. of Ag. Division of Water ResourcesManhattan, KS

Kansas Geological SurveyLawrence, Kansas

Kansas PRIDE ProgramManhattan, Kansas

Kansas Rural Water AssociationSeneca, Kansas

Kansas State university - Global CampusManhattan, Kansas

Kansas Water OfficeTopeka, Kansas

Kansas.govTopeka, Kansas

Kaw Valley EngineeringJunction City, Kansas

Key EquipmentKansas City, Kansas

KPERS 457Topeka, Kansas

lamotte CompanyChestertown, Maryland

larkin lamp RynearsonKansas City, Missouri

layne Christensen CompanyWichita, Kansas

letts Van Kirk & AssociatesKansas City, Kansas

logic, Inc.Olathe, Kansas

Maguire IronSioux Falls, South Dakota

Master Meter, Inc.Mansfield, Texas

Mayer Specialty ServicesGoddard, Kansas

McConnell & Associates CorporationWichita, Kansas

McIntire Management GroupNorth Kansas City, Missouri

Mellen & AssociatesCouncil Bluffs, Iowa

Meridian Analytical labsWichita, Kansas

Metron-FarnierBoulder, Colorado

Micro-CommOlathe, Kansas

Mid America Meter, Inc.Shawnee, Kansas

Mid West Fire Training AssociatesBurlington, Kansas

Mid-America EquipmentWichita, Kansas

Mid-America ValveLeawood, Kansas

Midland GIS SolutionsMaryville, Missouri

Midland ManufacturingFort Worth, Texas

Midwest Industrial SuppliesWichita, Kansas

Midwest MeterEdinburg, Illinois

Miller & Associates, Consulting Engineers, P.C.Kearney, Nebraska

Mueller CompanyLenexa, Kansas

Municipal Pipe ServicesHastings, Nebraska

Murphy Tractor & Equipment CompanyPark City, Kansas

nEO Chemicals & OxidesGreenwood Village, Colorado

network Computing SolutionsTopeka, Kansas

north American PipeSt. Louis, Missouri

northern Pipe ProductsSheridan, Arizona

nowak Construction CompanyGoddard, Kansas

nutri-Ject SystemsHudson, Iowa

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Olathe Winwater Works CompanyOlathe, Kansas

Oral Health KansasTopeka, Kansas

Paving Maintenance SupplyWichita, Kansas

Ponzer - youngquistOlathe, Kansas

Professional Engineering ConsultantsWichita, Kansas

Purple Wave AuctionManhattan, Kansas

R & A BracketsBelton, Missouri

R. E. Pedrotti CompanyMission, Kansas

Ranson Financial Group / KRWFAWichita, Kansas

Raven lining SystemsBroken Arrow, Oklahoma

Ray lindsey CompanyBelton, Missouri

Red Municipal & Industrial EquipmentKansas City, Missouri

Red Wing ShoesWichita, Kansas

Reed Company llCLebo, Kansas

Romac IndustriesKansas City, Missouri

Rotek Services, Inc.Wichita, Kansas

Salina Supply CompanySalina, Kansas

Sargent DrillingGeneva, Nebraska

Schulte Supply, Inc.Edwardsville, Illinois

Schwab-Eaton, PAManhattan, Kansas

SCI Automation, Inc.Roosevelt, Utah

Sellers EquipmentSalina, Kansas

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SEMS TechnologiesSuwanee, Georgia

Sherwin-Williams CompanyLenexa, Kansas

Sidener Environmental ServicesSt. Louis, Missouri

Smith & lovelessLenexa, Kansas

Smith-BlairRaymore, Missouri

Soelter Gervices Group, llCBaldwin City, Kansas

Spartan ToolNiles, Michigan

Steffen Truck Equipment, Inc.Sioux City, Iowa

Subsurface SolutionsGretna, Nebraska

SuEZ Water Advanced SolutionsPittsburg, Kansas

Team laboratory Chemical CorporationDetroit Lakes, Minnesota

Texas Municipal EquipmentArlington, Texas

The Green Way Environmental GroupKansas City, Missouri

Thoroughbred Computer SystemsTopeka, Kansas

Tnemec Company/MWCCNorth Kansas City, Missouri

Tomcat Consultants, llC dba TAP Co.Rosebud, Missouri

TREKK Design Group, llCKansas City, Missouri

Triton Hydro Services, llCLyons, Kansas

Truck Component ServicesStrafford, Missouri

Trumbull Industries, Inc.Youngstown, Ohio

uGSI SolutionsButler, Pennsylvania

united Midwest, Inc.Lenexa, Kansas

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US CellularTulsa, Oklahoma

USABlueBookGurnee, Illinois

USDA Rural DevelopmentTopeka, Kansas

USIC, LLCIndianapolis, Indiana

Utility HelpNet, Inc.Wichita, Kansas

Utility Solutions AssociatesLenexa, Kansas

Varney & Associates, CPAs, LLCManhattan, Kansas

Vector Controls & Automation GroupLenexa, Kansas

Vermeer Great PlainsGoddard, Kansas

VictaulicLiberty, Missouri

Vivax MetrotechOverland Park, Kansas

Water Tech, Inc.Fort Smith, Arkansas

WaterWise EnterprisesWichita, Kansas

White Star MachineryWichita, Kansas

Wilson & Company, Inc.Salina, Kansas

Thank You . . .Exhibitors and Sponsors

KRWA appreciates the support of all the Exhibitors andSponsors for the 51st Annual Conference. KRWA encouragescities, rural water districts and other systems to support theexhibitors and other Associate Members. Their participationin the conference makes it one of the largest in America.

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sponsors – the following Associates have alsocontributed as Conference sponsors to help offset the costof hospitality, or a portion of the cost of the “Meet &greet" and social events (as of 01/01/2018).

Ace Pipe Cleaning – Kansas City, MissouriAlliance Pump & Mechanical Service – Independence, MissouriBartlett & West, Inc. – Topeka, KansasBG Consultants – Lawrence, KansasBrotcke Well & Pump - West – Kansas City, KansasD C & B Supply Company – Pratt, KansasDitch Witch UnderCon – Park City, KansasDouglas Pump Service – Overland Park, KansasEA Tanks, Inc. – Lenexa, KansasElliott Insurance Group – Topeka, KansasEvans, Bierly, Hutchison & Associates – Great Bend, KansasFTC Equipment, LLC – Kansas City, MissouriHawkins, Inc. – Garnett, KansasHydro Resources – Garden City, KansasJohnson Service Company – Kearney, NebraskaKalos, Inc. – Topeka, KansasLarkin Lamp Rynearson – Kansas City, MissouriMayer Specialty Services – Goddard, KansasMicro-Comm – Olathe, KansasMueller Company – Lenexa, KansasMurphy Tractor & Equipment Company – Park City, KansasOlathe Winwater Works Company – Olathe, KansasRanson Financial Group / KRWFA – Wichita, KansasSchwab-Eaton, PA – Manhattan, KansasSidener Environmental Services – St. Louis, MissouriSmith & Loveless – Lenexa, KansasSmith-Blair – Raymore, MissouriStumbo Hanson, LLP – Topeka, KansasUSABlueBook – Gurnee, IllinoisWater Tech, Inc. – Fort Smith, ArkansasWaterWise Enterprises – Wichita, Kansas

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ACCOMMODATIOnSAirport Inn and Conference Center, 6815 W. Kellogg; Ph. 888/942-5666. Freebreakfast; comp shuttle to Century II. $70.99 flatAmbassador Hotel, 104 S. Broadway, Ph. 316/239-7100; comp shuttle toCentury II. $159 flatBest Western Plus Eastgate Inn & Suites, 8300 E. Kellogg; Ph. 316/682-3000.Free breakfast; new in 2009; Use Group ID F24RK9Q1; Single or Double $79Best Western Governors Inn & Suites, 4742 S. Emporia, Ph. 866/522-0775 or316/522-0775; comp. Deluxe hot breakfast; Renovated in 2015; $79.99 FlatBest Western Plus West Wichita Airport, (Formerly Hampton Inn) 3800 W.Kellogg; Ph. 316/945-4100; comp. airport shuttle and deluxe hot breakfastbar; $89.99 flat.Best Western Wichita North Hotel & Suites, 915 E. 53rd St. North; Ph.316/832-9387; Hot Breakfast Buffet; $82.99 FlatComfort Suites, 7515 West Taft St.; Ph. 316/773-1700; comp. Breakfast bar;$109.99 flatCourtyard by Marriott (in OldTown), 820 E. 2nd Street North; Ph. 866-522-8909; $154 FlatDrury Plaza Hotel Broadview, 400 W. Douglas; Ph. 316/262-5000; Newlyrenovated; Free hot comp. breakfast; free 5:30 Kickback; Use group#2280435; $8.00 daily parking fee; Single or Double $156Fairfield Inn Suites by Marriott, Wichita Downtown, 525 S. Main. New in2011. Comp. shuttle to Century II; expanded comp. breakfast. Ph. 316-201-1400; $132 King or QueenHampton Inn & Suites Wichita/Mulvane, 785 Kansas Star Drive; Ph.316/524-3777; Group Code KRW/Association; $99 FlatHoliday Inn Select, 549 S. Rock Road; Ph. 888/558-5113 or 316/686-7131,for king or double, (one to four persons); $95 flatHotel at Waterwalk, 711 S. Main St., Downtown Wichita; Ph. 316/263-1061,within walking distance of the Event Center; Complimentary Cook-to-OrderBreakfast and Shuttle; $119 Kings; $129 Doubles and One Bedrooms; $149Loft SuitesHyatt Regency, attached to Century II, complimentary parking garage; Ph.316/293-1234; $150 single; $150 double. Boom Block opens Tuesday,October 3 at 8:00 a.m. CST. PLEASE NOTE: HYATT SOLD OUT ON PASSKEY AT 9 A.M. ON Tuesday, 10/3. Call 316-293-1234 to be placed on a wait list. LaQuinta, 5500 W. Kellogg; Ph. 316/943-2181; complimentary deluxecontinental breakfast; newly renovated; $85 flatRamada Wichita Airport, (formerly Clarion Inn and Suites) 5805 W. Kellogg;Ph. 316/942-7911. Free hot breakfast buffet; $74.99 flatWichita East Fairfield Inn, by Marriott, 333 S. Webb Road; Ph. 316/685-3777;comp. continental breakfast; scheduled shuttle to Airport / Century II; $84 flatWyndham Garden Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn), 221 E. Kellogg; withinwalking distance to Century II, comp. shuttle to Century II and airport; Ph.316/269-2090; $99 Single or Double

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REGISTRATIOn FORM

51st AnnUAL ConFEREnCE & EXhiBitionTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, March 27 - 29 Century II Convention Center, Wichita, KansasRegister Only OnE PERSOn on this form.note: you may also register online at www.krwa.net

Please print or type: Check here if you want Operator Credit:pCity Clerks check for MMC or CMC Credit: p

Name:________________________________________Represents:____________________________________Title:__________________________________________Address:______________________________________City, State:____________________________________Zip:_________ Phone: (______) _______-__________Indicate which days you plan to attend:pTuesday, 3/27 pWednesday, 3/28 p Thursday, 3/29If you are attending a preconference session on Tuesday, please indicate which session you plan to attend by checking the session on the reverse side of this form so adequate seating is available.

Tuesday, 3/27, 7 a.m. “Almost 5K Run/Walk” pyes p noGolf Tourney, 3/27, 8:30 a.m. (pay KRWA)...... $75 $______Tuesday, 3/27 Luncheon Ticket ...................... $10 $______Tuesday evening, “Meet & Greet” .................... $15 $______Wednesday, 3/28 Luncheon Ticket .................. $10 $______Wednesday, Spouse “Paint The Town!” ............pyes p noWednesday Awards Banquet & Show .............. $25 $______Thursday, 3/29 Breakfast (by Chris Cakes) ...... $ 5 $______Thursday, 3/29 Luncheon Ticket ...................... $10 $______

Registration Fee ............................................$170 $______Registration Fee after March 15.................... $195 $______

(Please indicate payment method) Total:$______Payment Enclosed: p Bill Me: p Credit Card: p

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note: Registration fee does not include golf or mealtickets. Tickets to the Tuesday evening “Meet & Greet”barbecue, games and social are $15. Spouses also payregistration fee and for any meal tickets. A spouses’program will be held at Century II Wednesday beginningat 1:45 p.m. no additional charge but KRWA needs toknow who is planning to attend “Paint the Town” (p. 32)

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PRECOnFEREnCE SElECTIOn

KRWA requests that those planning to attend apreconference session on Tuesday to indicatebelow which session they plan to attend. This willhelp ensure having adequate handouts and tomake other session arrangements for thesesessions which are highly attended.

Check one session only for Tuesday

p 2018 USDA Engineers’ Forum (p. 11)

p Water Operator Forum – Preparing for

Certification Exams (p. 12)

p Waste Stabilization Ponds (p. 13)

p Microbiological Monitoring of Activated

Sludge Processes (p. 14)

p City Clerks’ Forum (p. 15)

p Geology, Aquifers, and Water Wells (p. 16)

p Board/Council Leadership (p. 17)

p RWD Office Forum (p. 18)

p Working Together To Get Great Rates (p. 19)

After completing this form on both sides, send itwith payment to:

KRWA, PO Box 226 Seneca, KS 66538

If you wish to register online, go to www.krwa.net,“training,” and “conference.” If you have a questionabout registration, send an e-mail to the team atkrwa@krwa.net. If you prefer, call KRWA at785.336.3760.

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REGISTRATIOn FORM

51st AnnUAL ConFEREnCE & EXhiBitionTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, March 27 - 29 Century II Convention Center, Wichita, KansasRegister Only OnE PERSOn on this form.note: you may also register online at www.krwa.net

Please print or type: Check here if you want Operator Credit:pCity Clerks check for MMC or CMC Credit: p

Name:________________________________________Represents:____________________________________Title:__________________________________________Address:______________________________________City, State:____________________________________Zip:_________ Phone: (______) _______-__________Indicate which days you plan to attend:pTuesday, 3/27 pWednesday, 3/28 p Thursday, 3/29If you are attending a preconference session on Tuesday, please indicate which session you plan to attend by checking the session on the reverse side of this form so adequate seating is available.

Tuesday, 3/27, 7 a.m. “Almost 5K Run/Walk” pyes p noGolf Tourney, 3/27, 8:30 a.m. (pay KRWA)...... $75 $______Tuesday, 3/27 Luncheon Ticket ...................... $10 $______Tuesday evening, “Meet & Greet” .................... $15 $______Wednesday, 3/28 Luncheon Ticket .................. $10 $______Wednesday, Spouse “Paint The Town!” ............pyes p noWednesday Awards Banquet & Show .............. $25 $______Thursday, 3/29 Breakfast (by Chris Cakes) ...... $ 5 $______Thursday, 3/29 Luncheon Ticket ...................... $10 $______

Registration Fee ............................................$170 $______Registration Fee after March 15.................... $195 $______

(Please indicate payment method) Total:$______Payment Enclosed: p Bill Me: p Credit Card: p

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note: Registration fee does not include golf or mealtickets. Tickets to the Tuesday evening “Meet & Greet”barbecue, games and social are $15. Spouses also payregistration fee and for any meal tickets. A spouses’program will be held at Century II Wednesday beginningat 1:45 p.m. no additional charge but KRWA needs toknow who is planning to attend “Paint the Town” (p. 32)

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PRECOnFEREnCE SElECTIOn

KRWA requests that those planning to attend apreconference session on Tuesday to indicatebelow which session they plan to attend. This willhelp ensure having adequate handouts and tomake other session arrangements for thesesessions which are highly attended.

Check one session only for Tuesday

p 2018 USDA Engineers’ Forum (p. 11)

p Water Operator Forum – Preparing for

Certification Exams (p. 12)

p Waste Stabilization Ponds (p. 13)

p Microbiological Monitoring of Activated

Sludge Processes (p. 14)

p City Clerks’ Forum (p. 15)

p Geology, Aquifers, and Water Wells (p. 16)

p Board/Council Leadership (p. 17)

p RWD Office Forum (p. 18)

p Working Together To Get Great Rates (p. 19)

After completing this form on both sides, send itwith payment to:

KRWA, PO Box 226 Seneca, KS 66538

If you wish to register online, go to www.krwa.net,“training,” and “conference.” If you have a questionabout registration, send an e-mail to the team atkrwa@krwa.net. If you prefer, call KRWA at785.336.3760.

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REGISTRATIOn FORM

51st AnnUAL ConFEREnCE & EXhiBitionTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, March 27 - 29 Century II Convention Center, Wichita, KansasRegister Only OnE PERSOn on this form.note: you may also register online at www.krwa.net

Please print or type: Check here if you want Operator Credit:pCity Clerks check for MMC or CMC Credit: p

Name:________________________________________Represents:____________________________________Title:__________________________________________Address:______________________________________City, State:____________________________________Zip:_________ Phone: (______) _______-__________Indicate which days you plan to attend:pTuesday, 3/27 pWednesday, 3/28 p Thursday, 3/29If you are attending a preconference session on Tuesday, please indicate which session you plan to attend by checking the session on the reverse side of this form so adequate seating is available.

Tuesday, 3/27, 7 a.m. “Almost 5K Run/Walk” pyes p noGolf Tourney, 3/27, 8:30 a.m. (pay KRWA)...... $75 $______Tuesday, 3/27 Luncheon Ticket ...................... $10 $______Tuesday evening, “Meet & Greet” .................... $15 $______Wednesday, 3/28 Luncheon Ticket .................. $10 $______Wednesday, Spouse “Paint The Town!” ............pyes p noWednesday Awards Banquet & Show .............. $25 $______Thursday, 3/29 Breakfast (by Chris Cakes) ...... $ 5 $______Thursday, 3/29 Luncheon Ticket ...................... $10 $______

Registration Fee ............................................$170 $______Registration Fee after March 15.................... $195 $______

(Please indicate payment method) Total:$______Payment Enclosed: p Bill Me: p Credit Card: p

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note: Registration fee does not include golf or mealtickets. Tickets to the Tuesday evening “Meet & Greet”barbecue, games and social are $15. Spouses also payregistration fee and for any meal tickets. A spouses’program will be held at Century II Wednesday beginningat 1:45 p.m. no additional charge but KRWA needs toknow who is planning to attend “Paint the Town” (p. 32)

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PRECOnFEREnCE SElECTIOn

KRWA requests that those planning to attend apreconference session on Tuesday to indicatebelow which session they plan to attend. This willhelp ensure having adequate handouts and tomake other session arrangements for thesesessions which are highly attended.

Check one session only for Tuesday

p 2018 USDA Engineers’ Forum (p. 11)

p Water Operator Forum – Preparing for

Certification Exams (p. 12)

p Waste Stabilization Ponds (p. 13)

p Microbiological Monitoring of Activated

Sludge Processes (p. 14)

p City Clerks’ Forum (p. 15)

p Geology, Aquifers, and Water Wells (p. 16)

p Board/Council Leadership (p. 17)

p RWD Office Forum (p. 18)

p Working Together To Get Great Rates (p. 19)

After completing this form on both sides, send itwith payment to:

KRWA, PO Box 226 Seneca, KS 66538

If you wish to register online, go to www.krwa.net,“training,” and “conference.” If you have a questionabout registration, send an e-mail to the team atkrwa@krwa.net. If you prefer, call KRWA at785.336.3760.