Theme: Funding and the Value of Water

Utilities often struggle with issues surrounding the funding of water projects.  Clean drinking water can be taken for granted.  Many people outside of our field may not understand what they pay for in their water and sewer bill.  This issue of NC Currents will explore how utilities educate the public about the importance of providing clean drinking water and the protection of our water sources and waterways and then ultimately fund projects.  Essentially, how do we get both public and political support to protect, maintain and operate our water and wastewater systems?  Examples may include: public education efforts, creative utility invoicing methods, funding options, justification methods for rate increases, and long-term planning efforts. 

Theme Leaders: Steve Hilderhoff, Tom Bach, and Kelly Boone

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