HomeMy WebLinkAbout07.a.2) General Manager Written Announcements7.a.2)
Board Meeting of September 1, 2016
Written Announcements:
PROJECT UPDATE
a) Public Bidding for the Headworks Screening Upgrade Project,
District Project 7327
The Headworks Screening Upgrade Project will install new bar screens with much finer
openings, include screening conveyance and washer compactors, and construction of a
new screening disposal facility at the Treatment Plant. Project benefits include reduced
maintenance costs for process equipment, better odor recovery, and final effluent quality.
This project will be advertised on September 2 and 9, 2016. The bid opening is scheduled
for September 30, 2016. The engineer's estimate is currently at $6,250,000. More
information will be presented when the Board is asked to approve the construction
contract on October 20, 2016.
COMMUNICATIONS
b) Staff to Present at CASA/CWEA Communication Essentials
Workshop
Communication Services and Intergovernmental Relations Manager Emily Barnett will be
presenting at two workshops in the month of October sponsored jointly by the California
Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) and California Water Environment Association
(CWEA). As part of her new appointment as Vice Chair for the CASA Communications
Workgroup, Emily will be helping to lead communication based programing and training
on behalf of CASA in an effort to engage and train members.
Two Communication Essentials Workshops have been scheduled: October 18, 2016 at
East Bay Municipal Utility District; and October 20, 2016 at Orange County Sanitation
District. These workshops are open to all water professionals seeking to develop
communication skills, including directors, general managers, communication
professionals and entry-level staff. An informational copy of the brochure is attached.
COMMUNICATION ESSENTIALS WORKSHOP
Reduce Risk & Advance Your Mission Through Communications
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Everywhere we turn we find the need for better public communication. We must
become great communicators so we can engage our communities on topics such
as drought, rates, upgrades due to regulations, construction projects, what -to -flush,
relining projects, odors, overflows and more.
How can you transform your agency from a silent service into one that is well
known and respected in your community?
Through communications! This workshop will teach you the essentials of a
communications program and how to implement one.
Participants will (earn:
• Why a communications program is critical to your agency's objectives
• How to make more informed decisions around communications/planning
• How to convey the value of a communications program to colleagues
• The key components of a media relations program
• To develop a media relations and crisis communication policy/plan
• How to identify your communication toolkit priorities & make an action plan
This workshop is open to all water professionals seeking to develop
communication skills, including directors, general managers, communication
professionals and entry-level staff.
This workshop is hosted by CASA's Communications Workgroup. The facilitators
are communication leaders for some of California's largest wastewater and resource
recovery agencies. The workshop is organized by CASA and CWEA.
For more information visit www.casaweb.org
Two Workshops:
Tuesday, October 18
East Bay Municipal
Utility District
Training Resource Center, 2nd Fir
375 11th St, Oakland, CA 94607
Thursday, October 20
Orange County
Sanitation District
Board Room
10844 Ellis Avenue
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Contact Hours 5.2 hours
CWEA certifications: Electrical
Instrumentation (El); Mechanical Technologist
(MT); Collection Systems Maintenance (CSM)
Environmental Compliance Inspector (ECI);
Laboratory Analyst (LAB); and Industrial
Waste Treatment Plant Operator (OP).
EARLY BIRD RATE DEADLINE IS OCTOBER 3RD
www.casaweb.org
California Association of Sanitation Agencies
CWEA
www.cwea.org
California Water Environment Association
COMMUNICATION ESSENTIALS WORKSHOP
Reduce Risk & Advance Your Mission Through Communications
Program
9:30-10:00
10:00-10:05
10:05-10:10
Registration
Welcome
California water/wastewater agency communications
survey results
10:10-10:30 Real-life case studies
• Making the case for a rate increase
• Engaging the community in solving a
problem
• Building community ties through
tours and open houses
10:30-10:45 Session 1: Value of communications and risks of not
communicating
10:45-11:30 Session 2: Media relations and crisis communications
11:30-12:00 Session 3: Essentials of a communications toolbox
12:00-12:40 Lunch (lunch will be provided)
12:40-2:15 Group Interactive Sessions
1. Convey the need for a communications
program to your manager or Board member
2. Begin to develop a media relations and crisis
communication policy/plan
3. Identify your communication toolkit priorities
and make an action plan
2:15-2:50 Panel Discussion
Ask a Communications Professional -
an open Q&A forum
2:50-3:00 Wrap-up
Full payment or purchase order is required to process registrations. If you have to cancel, written
cancellation notice is required and must be received at least 15 days prior to the workshop date. A 25%
service fee shall be retained on all cancellations. No refunds shall be given for cancellations made less
than 15 days prior to the event. A written special service request is required 30 days in advance.
Registration Form
Early Bird Regular
(due by 10/3) (after 10/3)
Register before
October 3rd!
Choose a Location
$175 $195
Oakland Fountain Valley
10/18 10/20
PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE YOUR INFORMATION (one form per person please)
NAME:
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Please make checks payable to: CWEA 2016 Communications Specialty
Send registration form and payments to:
Fax (510) 382-7810
Or, mail to: CWEA 2016 Communications Specialty
7677 Oakport Street, Suite 600, Oakland, CA 94621-1935
Registration Questions, please contact:
Sheena Bell, CWEA Education Coordinator
510-382-7800 x125 or sbell@cwea.org
REGISTER ONLINE AT MYCWEA.ORG
CWEA
www.casaweb.org www.cwea.org
California Association of Sanitation Agencies California Water Environment Association
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