Caltch Professor Michael Hoffmann will discuss his team’s cutting-edge, solar powered processing system designed to bring toilets and sanitation to the 2.6 billion people who need it.
In 2011 the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation awarded Dr Hoffman $400,000 to design and build a prototype. The system cleans wastewater and turns residuals into reusable energy. The design also needs to be easy and affordable to install and maintain.
$35 members, $40 non-members, $20 students
When:
Thursday, April 26, 2012
6PM Mixer | 7PM Dinner
Where:
El Portal, Pasadena
695 East Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
(626) 795-8553
RSVP by 4/20:
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e5ie00hw95698b79&oseq=
alecm@jwce.com
Or call 714-428-4614
See flyer for more information
The presentation by David Haug, LACSD Senior Engineer, will provide an overview on the progression of the Districts’ Clearwater Program and focus on the technical aspects of the four tunnel alternatives being evaluated in the EIR/EIS.
$40 members, $45 non-members, $20 students
When:
Thursday, February 23, 2012
6PM Mixer | 7PM Dinner
Where:
Proud Bird
11022 Aviation Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 670-3093
RSVP by 2/16 with
meal choice to:
alecm@jwce.com
Or call 714-428-4614
See flyer for more information
Mistakes can be made when reporting biosolids reuse or disposal. These mistakes can range from incorrect entries to misunderstanding the reporting requirements. This seminar will present an overview of the current regulatory compliance aspects for biosolids tracking, monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements.
Tracking requirements will describe the responsibilities associated with several biosolids management practices, such as land application, composting, and disposal. Monitoring requirements for various biosolids management practices will be discussed, including sampling and analytical methods, frequency, and holding times.$10 members, $15 non-members, $5 students
When:
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012
11am – 2pm
Where:
Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County
Conference Rooms E & F
1955 Workman Mill Road
Whittier, CA
Lunch: deli sandwichs, chips, cookies and sodas
RSVP: alecm@jwce.com by 1/27 please
See flyer for more information
CWEA One-Day Specialty Workshop
Biosolids: Energizing Your Gas Production.
FOG and Food Waste Co-Digestion Workshop
Get the latest information you need to know about
co-digesting FOG and food waste from suppliers to
operators. This workshop will provide information
about the state of the regulations, availability and
competition for FOG and food waste, operational
experiences, and considerations that can be
incorporated into new designs.
Who Should Attend:
Operators, practitioners, and managers practicing in
the wastewater, and resource recovery industries
throughout California.
Approved for CWEA Contact Hours:
- Environmental Compliance Inspector (ECI)
- Laboratory Analyst (LAB)
- Operator (OP)
- Biosolids Land Application Management (BLAM)
Earn up to 8.9 CWEA Contact Hours
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
City of LA Hyperion WTP
12000 Vista Del Mar
Playa del Rey, CA 90293
See flyer for more information
Please join us for a roaring 1920s themed awards banquet aboard the Queen Mary on Saturday Jan 21st, where we will honor our industry’s best and have a lot of fun too!
When:
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Drinks: 6 p.m.
Dinner: 7 p.m.
Where:
Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth Dining Room
1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach
Pay at the door cash/check: $50 CWEA members or $60 non-members
Parking $12
RSVP by Jan 13
See flyer for more information
CWEA One Day Specialty Workshop
Biosolids: Energing Your Gas Production. FOG and Food Waste Co-Digestion Workshop
When: January 18, 2012 – Southern California
City of Los Angeles Hyperion WTP
12000 Vista Del Mar
Los Angeles, CA
View flyer for more information!
For additional information/questions contact Serena Miller at 510-382-7800 x 115 or visit: www.cwea.org/conferences
Join LABS Students and Young Professional
Holiday Party!
When: December 8, 2011 (Thursday) from 6 to 8:30 pm!
Where: Lucky Strikes
800 W. Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Cost: $5 – Includes Happy Hour Food, one non-alcoholic drink and free bowling!
Parking: $5 – 2 hours without validation
RSVP: Nicole (nicole.you@lacity.org)
See flyer for more info!
***Sorry, this event is SOLD OUT..***
Established in 2002 by Elon Musk , the founder of PayPal and the Zip2 Corporation, SpaceX has already developed two brand new launch vehicles, established an impressive launch manifest, and been awarded COTS funding by NASA to demonstrate delivery and return of cargo to the Space Station.
SpaceX is privately developing the Dragon crew and cargo capsule and the Falcon family of rockets from the ground up, including main and upper stage engines, the cryogenic tank structure, avionics, guidance & control software and ground support equipment. Sign-up to tour this amazing new facility in Hawthorne and learn more about the next generation of space travel.
$30 CWEA members; $35 non-members; $15 students
Notes: ITAR Security regulations allow only US citizens to take the tour; please bring ID; closed toe shoes. RSVP today – tour limited to 40 people.
Dinner
Buffet dinner at Nat’s Airport Ballroom next door, including choice of chicken, beef, veggies and carrot cake for dessert.
RSVP
RSVP by 11/8 please:
alecm@jwce.com
or call Alec Mackie
(714) 428-4614
See flyer for more information
Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Time: 7:00 am to 3:00 pm
Location: Phoenix Club – 1340 S. Sanderson Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806
Topics:
- Storm Water Prevention
- Emergency Preparedness
- Hazardous Materials-RCRA
- Arc Flash NFPA 70E
- Fall Protection
- OSHA Inspections
- And more!
- Traffic Control Certification Offered!
For additional information, or to register visit our website: www.cwea.org/conferences
For sponsorship or exhibiting information please contact:
Tray Hall
Municipal Maintenance Equipment
(916) 505.6497
See flyer for more information
New – the venue is Hyperion’s beautiful, new Environmental Learning Center.
New – Jim Fisher and either Russell Norman or Victor Lopez of the SWRCB WDR have confirmed they will attend
New speaker - Adel Hagekhalil, City of Los Angeles, Wastewater Collection Systems Operations Watershed Protection Assistant Director
• Meet local collection system managers; local vendors; and collection system professionals
• SWRCB update – Jim Fisher (confirmed), Russell Norman or Victor Lopez (confirmed)
• LARWQCB update – Hugh Marley
• Four tracks of training including collection systems certification, maintenance and management seminars.
• Hosts: City of Los Angeles, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Sanitation
Register by mail – hurry seminar may sell-out.
$40 CWEA member
$50 non-member
Nov 3, 2011, 7:30-3:30
Hyperion Wastewater Treatment Plant
12000 Vista Del Mar
Los Angeles, CA 90293
(see flyer for detailed parking info)
Sample classes:
• SWRCB update – Jim Fisher (confirmed), Russell Norman, Victor Lopez
• Regulatory updates con’t – Hugh Marley, LARWQB
• Evolving your maintenance program
• Sewer system success - Adel Hagekhalil, City of Los Angeles
• Collection systems safety
• Sewer bypassing class – Anthony Gaddie, Rain for Rent
• Quality assurance and sewer cleaning – Robert Potter, City of Los Angeles
• Submersible pump maintenance – Randy Cowden, ITT FLygt
• VFD maintenance – Art Yee, Industrial Technical Services
• Overflow class including volume estimates – Duane Johnson, SSCSC
• Collection Systems Math Class – Pettit/Lopez (be sure to bring your CS study guide)
• Plant Maintenance Math – Bernard Rogers, City of Los Angeles (be sure to bring your PM study guide)
• Hyperion Treatment Plant Tour
Questions?
Attendees or volunteers: Alec Mackie, LABS alecm@jwce.com, (714) 428-4614
Volunteer speakers/trainers: Michael Flores, LABS MFlores@rmcwater.com
Exhibitors: Jim Aanderud, SSCSC, jaanderud@AOL.com
Click here for the event flyer >
CWEA plant maintenance math review; submersible pump maintenance; VFD maintenance tips and tricks.
PLC controller maintenance and troubleshooting;
Plus great buffet lunch and door prizes!
Hosts:
City of Los Angeles,
Department of Public Works,
Bureau of Sanitation
See flyer for more information
When: Sunday, October 16, 2011
Time: 8:30 am to Noon
Location: Bikes and Hikes
8743 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90046
Cost: $75 for riders with bike & helmet
$100 for riders renting a bike & helmet
Join your WEFTEC friends as we pedal to raise awareness and funds to support Water For People. In the three years, we have raised over $10,000. We are able to raise money by the generosity of our sponsors who pay to have their logo printed on the back of our event T-Shirt.
A great ride is planned for 2011. We will start at Bikes and Hikes in West Hollywood and pedal through Bel Aire and Beverly Hills. We’ll ride 10 miles through jaw dropping neighborhood as we pass many celebrity homes, take in the sights and scents of world class gardens, and ride along the infamous Sunset Boulevard. During the ride, we’ll park our bikes and take a foot tour of Rodeo Drive and Greystone Mansion. For the serious cyclists, a hammerhead option along Mulholland Drive in the Santa Monica Mountains will be offered. All rides will be guided by professional tour guides from Bikes and Hikes LA (www.bikesandhikesla.com).
All participants will be provided with a multi-speed, fully suspended hybrid bicycle, vest, helmet and fluids. We will receive a colorful T-Shirt with the logo of our sponsors on the back of the T-Shirt. Registration will close on September 30 or when we reach 75 riders.
Participants should wear comfortable shirts and pants. Closed-toed shoes are required. Remember to bring sunscreen. Depending upon the weather, a light wind breaker may be needed. We will be arranging transportation from downtown LA to the bicycle shop and return. We will provide details of the transportation later.
After you have registered, George Patrick will contact you by email to obtain your T-Shirt size, your bike preference and other specific information. If you have questions, please contact George Patrick by email (georgepatrickatl@bellsouth.net) or 404/434-2149. If your company is interested in sponsoring the ride, please contact George Patrick.
See flyer for more information.
Please join Water For People for a “party with a purpose” at WEFTEC 2011. Enjoy great music by Luke Reynolds of the band Guster, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres. All proceeds from this event will go to support Water For People’s important work helping to bring sustainable water, sanitation, and hygiene education solutions to Everyone — every family, every school, and every clinic — in the developing countries where we work.
Monday, October 17, 2011
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
The Conga Room at L.A. Live
Tickets: $45 in advance, or $50 at the door.
Buy tickets here!
Click here for more information and to see our additional sponsors.
For more information on sponsorships or tickets sales, please contact Aaron Carlson at acarlson@waterforpeople.org
The American Academy of Environmental Engineers is dedicated to excellence in the practice of environmental engineering to ensure the public health safety and welfare. In Southern California a key component of the practice focuses on meeting the challenge of securing future water supplies. Historically, water purchased from outside the region, such as from the Colorado River and the State Water Project provided a reliable source. However, reduction in imported water supplies, combined with recurring droughts and population growth, clearly indicate that demand for water will overwhelm supply unless new sources are are identified.
OCWD and OCSD A Pioneering Partnership. After evaluating numerous supply options, OCWD and OCSD entered into a pioneering partnership which focused their efforts on an advanced water purification project know as the Groundwater Replenishment (GWR) System. Join General Managers, Mike Markus and Jim Herberg as they discuss the progress of the GWR System on ensuring a reliable, high-quality water supply for north and central Orange County; the financial impacts of deferring the immediate need for another ocean outfall pipe for wastewater; the diversification of local water supplies; and long-term quality improvements to the groundwater basin.
Mike Markus is the General Manager for the Orange County Water District (OCWD). OCWD provides reliable, high quality groundwater to 20 cities (2.3 million customers) using environmentally sustainable practices.
Jim Herberg is the Assistant General Manager for the Orange County Sanitation District (OCSD). OCSD collects, treats and or reclaims the wastewater generated by 2.5 million people about 230 MGD of wastewater.
Program: 5 PM Tour of GWRS
6 PM Networking
6:30 Dinner
7:30 Presentations
8:30 Adjourn
Cost: $40
Dinner includes: Sesame Almond Chicken w/Brandied Cherry Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Vegetable Medley, Baby Mixed Greens Salad w/feta cheese and berries, Rolls & Butters and Asst. Cookies, Brownies & Dipped Strawberries
RSVP by September 15, 2011
Preferred method send check payable to: “LACSD-AAEE event” attn: Sylvia Williams 1955 Workman Mill Road
Whittier, CA 90601
LACSD Employees: Send Employee #, BU#, and UID# for direct payment via Professional Development funds.
*Contact Denice Guerrero via email dguerrero@lacsd.org if you have questions, need help with registration, or wish to join the Academy
See flyer for more information
The SARBS chapter of CWEA is proud to bring Systems you the Math, Operations, and Maintenance for Biosolids Systems training seminar presented by local industry experts. They will provide you with the information you need to improve your biosolids-specific math skills and O&M know-how while earning continuing education credits in a one-day training course.
The topics included in this seminar address some of the most relevant solids handling issues facing treatment plants today – from maximizing and treating digester gas to dewatering equipment maintenance and handling struvite problems. If math interests you more than one of the process-related topics, you can also choose to attend one or both of the math sessions scheduled in the morning and early afternoon.
Operations and maintenance personnel involved with biosolids processes at wastewater treatment plants will benefit from attending this training session and are encouraged to register early. Register Early to Guarantee Entry in the SARBS Door Prize Giveaway!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Phoenix Club
1340 S. Sanderson Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92806
See flyer for more information
Please join us to visit the Burbank Water Reclamation Plant (BWRP), where BWRP and LABS SYPC (California Water Environment Association Los Angeles Basin Section Students & Young Professional Committee) are hosting a facility tour introducing City of Burbank’s full scale wastewater treatment and reclamation processes.
BWRP is a tertiary wastewater treatment plant that currently treats 9 million gallons of sewage per day (MGD). The BWRP was built in 1966 to meet the wastewater and sewer needs of the growing residential population and expanding commercial industries located in the City of Burbank. Originally built to treat 6 MGD, the City upgraded the BWRP to the current 9 MGD in 1971. The plant was upgraded in 2000 to ensure that its meets new stringent regulations raising the quality of the cleaned wastewater it discharges after the treatment process. The plant was upgraded again in 2002 to remove ammonia from the wastewater.
Time: September 27, Tuesday 8:30-10am
Venue: 740 North Lake Street, Burbank CA
RSVP: nicole.you@lacity.org
Parking: On Lake Street, entrance of the plant is at Lake & Chestnut
Cost: Free!
***POSTPONED TO 2012***
Sustainable Infrastructure is the foundation for creating a strong and prosperous economy in communities around the world. The Los Angeles Basin Section (LABS) of California Water Environment Association is organizing a Sept. 8th specialty conference to promote sustainable practices that help ensure we continue to enjoy the benefits of clean and safe water.
We will hear from industry leaders about projects and practices that will help us realize and maintain sustainable communities.
• Jim Clark, Senior Vice President, Black & Veatch
• Mark Gold, President, Heal the Bay
• Adel Hagekhalil, Asst. Director, Watershed Protection, City of Los Angeles, Dept. of Public Works, Bureau of Sanitation
• Nancy Steele, President, Los Angeles & San Gabriel Rivers Watershed Council
• Deborah Weinstein, TreePeople
• Jim Yannotta, Asst Director of Water Resources, Los Angeles Department of Water & Power
See flyer for more information
Date: Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET
Webinar Overview:
The City of Los Angeles is the first of five 2011 U.S. Water Prize Winners profiled in this webinar series. Sponsored and administered by the Clean Water America Alliance, the United States Water Prize Program is a celebration of sustainable solutions that advance holistic, watershed-based approaches to water quality and quantity challenges. The City of Los Angeles’ Water Integrated Resources Plan (IRP) started with a simple yet ambitious vision: City Departments working with the community to manage water resources holistically. This innovative approach led the City down a seven-year path toward a plan for Los Angeles’ future. The IRP integrates supply, conservation, recycling and runoff management with wastewater facilities planning through a regional watershed approach, enlisting the public in the planning and design development process. Attendees to this webinar earn one Professional Development Hour.
Speaker:
Adel Hagekhalil, P.E., BCEE
Assistant Director
Board Certified Environmental Engineer
Bureau of Sanitation – City of Los Angeles
Adel Hagekhalil is a registered civil engineer with the State of California and a national Board Certified Environmental Engineer. Adel has a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering. He has participated in many leadership development programs including the Water and Wastewater Development Program at the University of North Carolina.
Adel is currently an Assistant Director with the City of Los Angeles’ Bureau of Sanitation where he is responsible for the Bureau’s wastewater collection system management, storm water and watershed protection program, water quality compliance, and facilities and advance planning.
Register online: http://video.webcasts.com/events/pmny001/viewer/index.jsp?eventid=39294
Come join LABS for our annual Past Presidents Event to be held at the Getty Villa located in beautiful Malibu!
When: Saturday, August 27th, 2011
Lunch: 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM – The Founder’s Room
Architectural Tour: 2:00 PM & 2:30 PM
RSVP: Please RSVP to Hala Titus at titush@bv.com by August 19th
COST: $45.00 Members/$55.00 Non-Members/$25.00 Students
Parking: Parking Reservations are under “California Water Environment Association” and each car costs $15 to park.
Directions:
The Getty Villa is located at 17985 Pacific Coast Highway in Pacific Palisades, California, one mile north of Sunset Boulevard and approximately 25 miles west of downtown Los Angeles. From Los Angeles, take the I-10 (Santa Monica Freeway) west until it turns into Route 1 (Pacific Coast Highway) going north along the Pacific Ocean. Continue on Route 1 for approximately five miles to the Getty Villa.
Please note that visitors must approach the Getty Villa from the south. Access to the Getty Villa entrance is only from the northbound right-hand lane of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). Turning left across PCH is illegal and any attempt to enter the site via Coastline Drive is not permitted.
See flyer for more information
***Due to popular demand, this event is Sold Out***
It’s an environmental learning experience for children of all ages. It’s home to five coastal habitats and SoCal’s only coastal prairie. It’s an oasis. It’s an environmental cleaning machine for the ocean.
It’s the heart of Malibu. It’s one smart park. The Legacy Park Project, the centerpiece of the City of Malibu’s $50 million dollar commitment to clean water, is a cutting-edge concept with far-reaching civic, educational, and environmental benefits for residents, visitors, and the generations to come.
Employing state-of-the-art technology, it is a central park that will work as an environmental cleaning machine, reducing pollution impacts in Malibu Creek, Malibu Lagoon, and the world famous Surfrider Beach, and will provide a
living learning center for five coastal habitats.
Featured Dinner Speakers:
Bob Brager, Public Works Director, City of Malibu
Elizabeth Shavelson, Public Works Analyst, City of Malibu
Steve Clary, Principal, RMC Water & Environment
When:
Thursday, July 29, 2011
5:00 p.m. Tour
6:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 p.m. Presentation
Where:
Tour: Stormwater Treatment Facility
(salmon colored building):
Legacy Park
23500 Civic Center Way
Malibu 90265
Dinner: Guido’s Malibu (walk next door)
3874 Cross Creek Road, Malibu
RSVP:
By July 22nd with meal choice to:
alecm@jwce.com or call Alec Mackie
at (714) 428-4614.
