We hope you enjoyed Water Week 2022!
In coordination with Water Week, the National Water Policy Fly-In was held on April 27, 2022, in Washington, D.C.
Each year, the National Water Policy Fly-In provides attendees the opportunity to hear directly from key EPA officials and Members of Congress on the important regulatory and legislative water policies they are working on now and in the years ahead.
Attendees have the opportunity to relay and discuss the essential role water utilities provide their communities and the important role the water sector has with federal policymakers in Washington DC. The National Water Policy Fly-In continues to be the main event for water professionals from around the country to come together and continue the advocacy momentum as one united voice for the water sector.
The National Water Policy Fly-In was held at the Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf. Photos from the Fly-In will be posted soon!
Additional Water Week Events and Activities
National Water Policy Fly-In Prep Webinar:
In advance of the National Water Policy Fly-In, there was a webcast to help you prepare for your Hill meetings!
This webcast walks participants through the latest from Capitol Hill, the water sector’s key issues and talking points, and tools and tips for engaging during Water Week and beyond– such as setting up in person and Zoom congressional office visits (if offices are not yet offering in-person meetings or if you are unable to attend the Fly-In yourself). NACWA, WEF, WateReuse and The Water Research Foundation are urging all members to view this webcast and reach out to Congress to advocate for support for the water sector.
View last year's webcast, Water Advocacy Update & How to Virtually Lobby Congress During Water Week 2021
By visiting the Water Week website, you can view many of the resources used to make a successful event!
Stormwater Policy Forum - April 25, 2022
During Water Week 2022, WEF’s Stormwater Institute hosted the sixth annual Stormwater Policy Forum.
Participants heard the latest legislative and regulatory updates as well as policy trends and emerging topics including stormwater permits, integrated planning, and wet weather issues. Slides will be posted soon!
Read last year's recommendation document: 2022 Recommendations to Improve the Stormwater Program in the U.S. document.
As a valued member of the water community, we put your health and safety above all else. We are so grateful to have seen so many of you in person at Water Week 2022 and appreciate your continued involvement and support as we all navigate these challenging times.
Water Advocates
Additionally, WEF’s Water Advocates grassroot program enabes all WEF members and the public to write Congress at any time regarding the calls-to-action posted on the site, such as the current call-to-action to Congress urging support for water infrastructure funding!
