Water Environment Federation (WEF) Discussion ForumsWater Environment Federation (WEF) Discussion Forumshttp://www.wef.org/TechnicalDiscussions/jfuller@wef.orgMon, 12 May 2008 18:07:30 GMT20http://www.wef.org/TechnicalDiscussions/Topic8831-32-1.aspx<STRONG><FONT color=#496da7 size=2>Upcoming Webcast:</FONT> </STRONG><BR><STRONG>Chapter 2 – Getting Invited to the Table: How to Gain Recognition from Public Officials &amp; the Media</STRONG> <P>Communications professionals from NACWA, WEA of Texas, MWRD of Greater Chicago, Alcosan Pittsburgh, and ITT Industries will share their experience, expertise and tips for working with public officials and the media as we approach the election season and look for ways to put water and wastewater infrastructure investment in the debate. <A href="http://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/589114086" target=_blank><FONT color=#adbc17>Reserve your webinar seat now</FONT></A>. <P><STRONG><FONT color=#496da7>---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------</FONT></STRONG> <P><STRONG><FONT color=#496da7>View the details from Chapter 1 of the webcast series (offered previously): </FONT></STRONG><P><STRONG>Chapter 1 – Engineering an Infrastructure Education Program, Messages, Media &amp; Marketing (March 19, 2008)</STRONG> <UL><LI>Delivering the Message – Steve Frank, Public Information Director, Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation District of Denver <LI>Marketing &amp; the Campaign - Bob Zirlin, Director of Marketing, Insituform, Inc. <LI>Small town – Urgent Need case study – Charlie Stevens, Utility Director, City of Rifle, Colorado <LI>The Toolbox – Lorraine Loken, WEF Senior Manager Public Communications</LI></UL><P><A href="http://www.wef.org/NR/rdonlyres/C9164A3E-25E1-4418-86D0-4502132A8ED4/0/WILWebcastChapter1.pdf" target=_blank><FONT color=#adbc17>WIL Chapter 1 - Powerpoint Presentation as PDF</FONT></A></P><P><A href="https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/589461778" target=_blank><FONT color=#adbc17>Download the Audio/Video Recording of WIL Chapter 1 – Webcast (1 hour)</FONT></A><BR><STRONG>Please note:</STRONG> Before you can view this webcast recording, you will be prompted to submit your email address, name, and telephone number. Mon, 07 Apr 2008 17:05:28 GMTAdminhttp://www.wef.org/TechnicalDiscussions/Topic8638-32-1.aspxNew York state has recently released a statewide report detailing the 20 year needs for its wastewater infrastructure. This report built upon the Clean Water Needs Survey currently underway and includes additional categories not sought by USEPA.<P>To download the report, link to the following address:</P><P><A href="http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/42383.html">http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/42383.html</A>Fri, 14 Mar 2008 12:29:49 GMTSherm