2024 MWEA Paddle With Purpose at AC - Jordan River6/9/2024
The MWEA Paddle With Purpose will take place on Sunday, June 9, 2024, as a part of the 99th Annual Conference at Boyne Mountain Resort.
Canoe rentals will be provided by Jordan Valley Outfitters, located at 311 N. Lake St. (M-66), East Jordan. We will be paddling the Jordan River from Graves Crossing Road to Rogers Road, a trip of about three hours. The schedule for the Sunday event is to meet at the Boyne Mountain Grand Lodge main lobby at 11:45 AM. Bus transportation to and from the Jordan River will be provided by Jordan Valley Outfitters.
The total cost of the trip is $90 for a team of two paddlers ($60 for transportation and canoe rental and $30 for Water For People).
If you prefer to rent a kayak, the total cost for a solo is $65 and the total cost for a two-person kayak is $95.
View the Paddle with Purpose information sheet here.
The Paddle With Purpose event will raise funds for Water For People, a WEF charity of choice, whose mission is to promote the development of high quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments.
Location: Jordan River
311 N. Lake St (M-66)
East Jordan, MI
MWEA 99th Annual Conference - Exhibit / Sponsor6/9/2024 - 6/12/2024
MWEA's 99th Annual Conference has many opportunities to help you advertise and grow your business!
2024 Sponsorship Opportunities range from $200- $4,000 and include conference signage in prime locations near registration and general session/meal rooms, info slides on the conference slideshow, name and/or logo listed on the MWEA website and conference page, and more! The MWEA Annual Conference LAKE LEVEL Sponsors are vital to helping keep attendee costs affordable so more industry professionals can attend this premiere water event in Michigan!
Exhibit Night takes place on Monday, June 10th, from 5:00pm-8:00pm
View the Exhibitor and Sponsor Contract and Information Packet here.
Exhibitor and Sponsor registration will close on Friday, May 31st. (Exhibit booths are expected to sell out, so registration may close prior to that date once we are full). Note: if you are registered as an exhibitor or sponsor but want to attend technical sessions or conference meals, including Sunday's Welcome Reception, you MUST register as a conference attendee. That registration page can be found here: Attendee Registration
Payment Note: Booths will not be placed & sponsors will not be advertised without payment.
Location: Boyne Mountain Resort
1 Boyne Mountain Rd
Boyne Falls, MI 49713
MWEA 99th Annual Conference Golf Scramble6/9/2024
MWEA's Golf Scramble to kickoff our 99th Annual Conference!
Grab your clubs and join your peers at the beautiful Alpine Golf Course at Boyne Mountain Resort. Four Person Scramble Format
Day-of Timing
10:00 AM - Check-In Time
11:00 AM - Shotgun Start
The cost of the golf scramble is $140.00 per person and includes 18-holes of golf, cart, snacks, and a gift bag. A shuttle from the Mountain Grand Lodge can take you to the course or there is parking near the clubhouse. It's approximately a 5-minute drive.
- 18 Holes with a Cart
- Prizes
- Contest for Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive (Mens and Ladies)
Sponsorship Opportunities
- EVENT sponsorship available for $1,000
- Your company LOGO on main event signage
- Includes ONE 18" x 27" hole sponsor sign
- Opportunity to include small swag item in gift bag
- Inclusion in social media post and listing in MWEA Summer Matters issue
- HOLE sponsorship available for $275 per hole
- Includes ONE 18" x 27" hole sponsor sign
- Your company NAME listed on main event signage
Location: The Alpine at Boyne Mountain
450 Deer Lake Road
Boyne City, MI 49712
We look forward to seeing you at the Alpine. Registration opens at 9:00am in the clubhouse. Shotgun start at 9:30am. Additional information will be sent out prior to event.
*If any of your golfer names are TBD, please email those names to awood@mi-wea.org once you have them.
MWEA Cancellation Policy: If MWEA cancels, full refunds will be issued. If registrant cancels 7 days or more before program, a 100% refund will be issued. If cancelation is less than 7 days before program, no refund will be given. No refunds are made if cancelation is after event. Registration can be transferred to another person in your organization at anytime. All changes must be communicated to the MWEA office at 517-641-7377.
MWEA's 99th Annual Conference6/9/2024 - 6/12/2024
MWEA's 99th Annual Conference
June 9-12, 2024 | Boyne Falls, MI
Conference, Meals, Exhibits and Lodging: Boyne Mountain Resort
Visit the main Annual Conference webpage for additional information including technical agenda, overall conference schedule, exhibitor listing and more: www.mi-wea.org/2024ac
Location: Boyne Mountain Resort
Lodging Information at Boyne Mountain Resort!
Use this link to make on-line reservations for the Michigan Water Environment Association event, 6/7/2024 - 6/13/2024 at Boyne Mountain Resort.
ONLINE RESERVATIONS LINK: https://Boynemountain.com/booklodging?Group=1427GX&checkin=06/07/24&Checkout=06/13/24
You can also call: 855-688-7024 and reference group code 1427GX
3/27/2017 - 12/31/2025
Course 1: Basics of Hydrology
Course 2: Addressing Water Quality
Course 3: Socioeconomic Considerations, Institutions & Management Issues
Course 4: Developing & Implement Watershed Management Plans
Course 5: Tools & Modeling for Watershed Management
Course 6: Understanding Soil Erosion & Sediment and Pollution
Course 7: Historical & Legal Issues of Watershed Management
Course 8: Best Management Practices (BMP) – Drain and Water Resources Maintenance
2) Within 24 months of enrollment, participants must attend ONE MWEA Watershed event. Annual events offered include the Watershed & Stormwater Seminar and Watershed Summit. As a certification program participant, the required event registration fee will be waived. You MUST contact MWEA to notify them which event you will be attending.
Watershed Summit: (typically scheduled for every March)
Watershed & Stormwater Seminar: (typically scheduled for every December)
Certification Guidelines
Online courses are designed to be flexible to accommodate personal schedules. In general each course should be completed within three weeks. Participants are expected to complete the entire program within 24 months. Courses need not be taken sequentially and can be taken simultaneously. Each course is offered entirely on line and can be accessed 24/7.
Each course cost: $100 each.
Location: ~online only~
***************** Note: $30 enrollment fee for this program must be paid BEFORE certification is achieved. *****************
1/1/2024 - 12/31/2024
SPONSOR BENEFITS:
All annual sponsors
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company listing on Ops Team webpage on MWEA site with link to their website
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acknowledgement in all marketing of Ops Team including MWEA eNewsletter, broadcast emails and social media
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company listing on Ops Team marketing ad in quarterly MATTERS magazine
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prime opportunity to provide swag or equipment/materials donations to Ops Team (for equipment/material donations, company name of sponsor could be included on label)
Platinum & Gold sponsors
- all general sponsor benefits included above
- company logo on team competition uniform shirt and any team attire (if secured by print deadline)
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company logo on team’s professional sign-board (if secured by print deadline)
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company name on Ops Team plaque at MWEA office/training facility (if secured by print deadline)
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company logo included in Ops Team marketing ad in quarterly MATTERS magazine (if secured by print deadline)
1/1/2024 - 6/30/2024
EXAM PREP CLASSES provide an intensive overview and study guide on major treatment processes related to operations, laboratory and management principles and procedures. These classes are designed to promote passing the EGLE Municipal Wastewater Operator Certification Exam.
2024 Spring classes include:
- Tue 1/30 & Wed 1/31 - Exam Prep: Municipal A&B (2-DAY)
- Thu 3/21 & Fri 3/22 - Exam Prep: Municipal A&B (2-DAY)
- Tue 4/23 - REVIEW: Municipal A&B*
- Thu 2/1, 2/15, 2/29 - Exam Prep: Municipal C&D (3-DAY) *CANCELLED*
- Wed 2/21 & Thu 2/22 - Exam Prep: Municipal C&D (2-DAY)
- Wed 4/3 & Thu 4/4 - Exam Prep: Municipal C&D (2-DAY) *ADDED*
- Thu 4/4 & Fri 4/5 - Exam Prep: Municipal C&D (2-DAY) @ Linden WWTP *FULL*
- Tue 4/9, Wed 4/10, Thu 4/11 - Exam Prep: Municipal C&D (3-DAY) *FULL*
- Fri 4/19 - Exam Prep: Municipal C&D (1-DAY) @ Bay College
- Thu 4/25 - REVIEW: Municipal C&D*
*Must have taken an Exam Prep class to attend the Review class
For the Full Course Catalog GO HERE
CLICK HERE for EGLE Exam Date and Application, or to find an EGLE Study Guide.
Actually looking for the Operator Training Classes? CLICK HERE
MWEA Cancellation Policy
1. Registration substitutions within the same organization are allowed; however, registration rates will be calculated according to MWEA membership status. Written cancellations received at least 7 days prior to the start of the event will be eligible for a refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations received less than 7 days from the start of the event will receive no refund.
2. Under extenuating circumstances, a credit for training may be issued but is only redeemable for MWEA event registrations and must be used within the same calendar year. Credits are granted at the sole discretion of the Executive Director.
1/1/2024 - 6/30/2024
MWEA OPERATOR TRAINING COURSES were developed to offer training to employees who are new to the industry or looking to continue their wastewater education. Classes are conducted by a single industry professional instructor with typically 10-20 students per class. (In-person attendance is highly recommended, select classes are available virtually)
2024 SPRING Available Classes:
Thu 1/11 - Purpose and Fundamentals of WW Treatment @ City of Saginaw
Tue 1/16 - Intro to WW Math
Wed 1/24 - Collection Systems @ SHVUA
Tue 2/13 - WW Math I @ Linden
Wed 2/14 - Activated Sludge I @ Cadillac
Tue 2/20 - Maintenance Practices I @ Grand Rapids
Tue 2/27 - Activate Sludge II
Wed 2/28 - Maintenance Practices I @ SHVUA
Tue 3/12 - Preliminary, Primary & Secondary Treatment @ City of Saginaw *FULL*
Wed 3/13 - WW Math I @ Grandville
Thu 3/14 - Maintenance Practices II @ Grand Rapids
Wed 3/20 - WW Math I @ Wyoming
Fri 3/22 - WW Math II @ Bay College *CANCELLED*
Tue 3/26 - WW Math II
Wed 3/27 - Maintenance Practices II @ SHVUA *FULL*
Fri 4/5 - Activated Sludge I @ Bay College *CANCELLED*
Tue 4/16 - Solids Handling
Wed 4/17 - Anaerobic Digester Operation & Controls
Wed 4/24 - Basic Health & Safety for Water Treatment @ SHVUA
Wed 5/29 - Maintenance: Lubrication @ SHVUA
Wed 6/26 - Maintenance: Electricity @ SHVUA
Please note you can signup for multiple classes and attendees on the same registration.
For the Full Course Catalog GO HERE
CLICK HERE for Course Titles, Descriptions, and CEC info
Actually looking for the EXAM PREP CLASSES?
MWEA Cancellation Policy
1. Registration substitutions within the same organization are allowed; however, registration rates will be calculated according to MWEA membership status. Written cancellations received at least 7 days prior to the start of the event will be eligible for a refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations received less than 7 days from the start of the event will receive no refund.
2. Under extenuating circumstances, a credit for training may be issued but is only redeemable for MWEA event registrations and must be used within the same calendar year. Credits are granted at the sole discretion of the Executive Director.
4/25/2024
Register today for the MWEA Process and Sustainable Energy Seminar!
See Full Agenda Here!Location: Hilton Garden Inn Lansing West
633 N Canal Road
Lansing, MI 48917
Cancelation Policy: 1. Registration substitutions within the same organization are allowed; however, registration rates will be calculated according to MWEA membership status of the substitute. Written cancellations received at least 7 days prior to the start of the event will be eligible for a refund less a $75 processing fee. Cancellations received less than 7 days from the start of the event and/or "no shows" will receive no refund. 2. Under extenuating circumstances, a credit for training may be issued but is only redeemable for MWEA event registrations and must be used within the same calendar year. Credits are granted at the sole discretion of MWEA Leadership. 3. If you must cancel your in-person registration due to COVID-19 illness or exposure, please contact MWEA immediately. We can transfer your registration to another employee in your organization or issue a credit/refund if the invoice has already been paid. 4. This policy applies to one-day seminars only. Multi-day conferences cancellation policy may differ.
5/15/2024
When: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 2PM, happy hour at 4PM.
What: Plant tour of the South Huron Valley Utility Authority (SHVUA) plant with happy hour after. Food and Drink tabs have been picked up by our sponsors, so this event is free to attend!
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TOUR Address: SHVUA - Jacobs, 34001 W Jefferson Ave, Rockwood, MI 48173. When you pull into their parking lot, park at the visitor entrance. (First building)
Wear sturdy, closed toed shoes.
Hard hats and safety glasses are required, SHVUA will provide extras if needed.
Plant Description: The South Huron Valley Wastewater System is located in southern Wayne County and serves approximately 90,000 residents from 8 neighboring communities. The WWTP is owned and operated by South Huron Valley Utility Authority as of 1999. The WWTP is an A/O biological phosphorus removal plant constructed in 1986 and has been expanded and upgraded multiple times since. The plants average daily flow is 10 MGD with a maximum hydraulic flow of 55 MGD. The simplified treatment sequence includes influent screening, grit removal, primary clarifiers, aeration basins, secondary clarifiers, and sodium hypochlorite disinfection. A few key features we’ll discuss during the tour include the newly constructed headcell grit removal system, submerged effluent landers and Lystek thermal hydrolysis process.
MIXER Address: JP's Waterfront, 13200 Middle Gibraltar Rd, Gibraltar, MI 48173
QUESTIONS? Contact MWEA New Professional Committee Chair, Lexie Davis: adavis@hrcengr.com OR 616-240-0915
Location: SHVUA - South Huron Valley Utility Authority
34001 W Jefferson Ave
Rockwood, MI 48173
5/22/2024
The 30th Annual Scholarship Fund Golf Outing to benefit 4 MWEA Scholarships:
- Jack H. Wagner Scholarship
- John P. Hennessey Scholarship
- Antenore C. "Butch" Davanzo Scholarship
- WRRT Future Leader Scholarships
The $135 fee per person includes:
- Commemorative 30th Annual Gift
- 18 Holes with a Cart
- Lunch on the Turn
- Dinner
- Prizes
- Contest for Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive (Mens and Ladies), and Skins
Sponsorship Opportunities
- **NEW** BLOODY MARY BAR sponsorship available for $1,000 (limit of 1 available)
- This sponsorship provides each golfer with 1 complimentary Bloody Mary before the shotgun start
- Your company LOGO on custom drink ticket and signage at the bar
- EVENT sponsorship available for $1,000
- Your company LOGO on main event signage
- Includes ONE 18" x 27" hole sponsor sign
- Opportunity to include small swag item in gift bag
- Inclusion in social media post and listing in MWEA Summer Matters issue
- HOLE sponsorship available for $275 per hole
- Includes ONE 18" x 27" hole sponsor sign
- Your company NAME listed on main event signage
8:30 am - Check-In Time
9:15 am - Welcome
9:30 am - Shotgun Start
Dinner, Awards, and Prizes to follow
Location: Timber Trace Golf Club
One Champions Circle
Pinckney, MI 48169
We look forward to seeing you at Timber Trace. Registration opens at 8:30am in the clubhouse. Shotgun start at 9:30am.
*If any of your golfer names are TBD, please email those names to dwood@mi-wea.org once you have them.
MWEA Cancellation Policy: If MWEA cancels, full refunds will be issued. If registrant cancels 7 days or more before program, a 100% refund will be issued. If cancelation is less than 7 days before program, no refund will be given. No refunds are made if cancelation is after event. Registration can be transferred to another person in your organization at anytime. All changes must be communicated to the MWEA office at 517-641-7377.
5/29/2024
When: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 2PM, happy hour at 4PM.
What: Plant tour of the City of Grand Rapids WRRF operations and digestion system with happy hour after. Food and Drink tabs have been picked up by our sponsors, so this event is free to attend!
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TOUR Address: City of Grand Rapids WRRF, 1300 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. When you pull into their parking lot, park at the visitor entrance. (First building)
Wear sturdy, closed toed shoes.
MIXER Address: TBD
QUESTIONS? Contact MWEA New Professional Committee Chair, Lexie Davis: adavis@hrcengr.com OR 616-240-0915
Location: Grand Rapids WRRF
1300 Market Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
5/30/2024 - 5/30/2024
**This class has been reserved for Genesee County Employees only
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CEC Information:
0.5 WW Technical
Code: 2134
Registration Costs:
Genesee County Employee - $100
Location: Anthony Ragnone Treatment Plant (ARTP)
9290 Farrand Rd.
Montrose, MI 48457
There are currently 19 spots remaining out of 20
MWEA Cancellation Policy
1. Registration substitutions within the same organization are allowed; however, registration rates will be calculated according to MWEA membership status. Written cancellations received at least 7 days prior to the start of the event will be eligible for a refund less a $50 processing fee. Cancellations received less than 7 days from the start of the event will receive no refund.
2. Under extenuating circumstances, a credit for training may be issued but is only redeemable for MWEA event registrations and must be used within the same calendar year. Credits are granted at the sole discretion of the Executive Director.
10/9/2024
Riding to the City of New Orleans (Riding2NOLA) is a cycling event planned to begin in May of 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We plan to start cycling from our home in Grand Rapids and ride a total of 1,074 miles. That is the distance from Grand Rapids to New Orleans, site of WEFTEC 2024. The difference is that our cycling will not actually take us to New Orleans. Instead, we will log the 1,074 miles on Michigan’s beautiful system of bicycle trails. This keeps us safely out of traffic. It also makes it much easier to arrange our overnight accommodations since we can use our home as a base for those trails near Grand Rapids.
The goal of the fundraiser is to raise $10,740 for Water For People (WFP). The ride is self-funded by the cycling team of Gary and Linda De Kock from Grand Rapids, so all sponsorship donations go directly to benefit WFP. The American Water Works Association helped to establish Water For People in 1991 and WFP is a Charity of Choice of the Water Environment Federation (WEF).
To support the voyage, visit our Ripple Effect webpage which can be found on the Water For People website. The fundraiser will finish by October 9, 2024, the last day of WEFTEC. Gary and Linda will post videos and updates on the Paddle With Purpose River Voyages Facebook page so you can follow along.
- GOLD SPONSOR - $2,000 Visual recognition at the Water For People WEFTEC 2024 booth Gold level visual recognition at the 2024 MWEA Annual Conference Listing on Paddle With Purpose Facebook page
- SILVER SPONSOR - $1000 Silver level visual recognition at the 2024 MWEA Annual Conference Listing on Paddle With Purpose Facebook page
- BRONZE SPONSOR - $500 Bronze level visual recognition at the 2024 MWEA Annual Conference Listing on Paddle With Purpose Facebook page
The Riding2NOLA event will raise funds for Water For People, a WEF charity of choice, whose mission is to promote the development of high quality drinking water and sanitation services, accessible to all, and sustained by strong communities, businesses, and governments. https://www.waterforpeople.org/