There is a "Nutrient General Permit Reporting" workshop scheduled for July 23, 2008 from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM at the DEQ Piedmont Regional Office in Glen Allen, Virginia and for August 28, 2008 from 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM at the DEQ Northern Virginia Regional Office in Woodbridge, Virginia.

The program will include discussions of general recordkeeping requirements and the various reporting requirements established in the Nutrient General Permit.

The program will also include hands on exercises in performing required calculations and completing the Nutrient General Permit monthly discharge monitoring report (DMR) and Annual Report Form.

Managers and responsible charge operators with responsibility for complying with the requirements of the treatment system's Nutrient General Permit will find this program helpful.

There is no registration fee for this special workshop; However, persons wishing to attend are asked to register to ensure sufficient materials and space are available.

A registration form can be found on the DEQ operator training website under the "whats new" section.(www.deq.virginia.gov/tptp/homepage.html)

Space is limited so send your registration forms in as soon as possible.

For additional information contact Jason Spicer (804-698-4143) or Wayne Staples (804-698-4106.

EPA is rolling out an important management tool for small drinking water and wastewater systems called the Check Up Program for Small Systems (CUPSS). This user-friendly computer-based program assists owners and operators in developing and using plans for maintaining their systems and providing service to their customers.

The program uses information provided on the system’s assets, operation and maintenance activities and financial status to produce a prioritized asset inventory, financial reports and a customized asset management plan. Asset management programs support informed budget discussions, boost efficiency of the utility, and improve customer service by ensuring clean and safe water at competitive prices.

CUPSS was developed by the Office of Water as part of the agency’s Sustainable Infrastructure Initiative. The effort received input from a large stakeholder workgroup, including representatives from several states, the National Rural Water Association, the Rural Community Assistance Partnership, and Environmental Finance Centers.

The CUPSS program and all supporting materials are available for immediate download. Kits including the material will also be available in May.

For more information on CUPSS, including program downloads and ordering information, visit http://www.epa.gov/cupss.

EPA’s newly updated web site for small public water systems is available at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/smallsystems.

Contact Information: Shakeba Carter-Jenkins, (202) 564-4355 / carter-jenkins.shakeba@epa.gov

This email is being sent to clarify that the DEQ Operator Training Program will be conducting similar workshops on "Nutrient General Permit Reporting" at the DEQ Regional Offices this Fall. A workshop schedule will be sent out once the dates have been determined.

For further information, please contact Jason Spicer (804)698-4143.

There is a "Nutrient General Permit Reporting" workshop scheduled for June 18, 2008 from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM at the Town of Onancock Town Hall in Onancock, Virginia.

The program will include discussions of general recordkeeping requirements and the various reporting requirements established in the Nutrient General Permit.

The program will also include hands on exercises in performing required calculations and completing the Nutrient General Permit monthly discharge monitoring report (DMR) and Annual Report Form.

Managers and responsible charge operators with responsibility for complying with the requirements of the treatment system's Nutrient General Permit will find this program helpful.

There is no registration fee for this special workshop; However, persons wishing to attend are asked to register to ensure sufficient materials and space are available.

A registration form can be found on the DEQ operator training website under the "whats new" section.(www.deq.virginia.gov/tptp/homepage.html)

Space is limited to the first 15 registrations received.

For additional information call Jason Spicer (804-698-4143) or Wayne Staples (804-698-4106)

There is a 2-day "Introduction to Biological Nutrient Removal" workshop scheduled for May 20 - 21, 2008 at the Augusta County Government Center in Verona, Virginia. The cost of the workshop is $100 payable in advance by check or money order to the Department of Environmental Quality.

A program announcement and registration form can be found on the DEQ Operator Training website (www.deq.virginia.gov/tptp/homepage)under the "whats new" section.

For additional information, call Jason Spicer (804-698-4143)or Wayne Staples(804-698-4106).

Space is limited, so get your registrations in as soon as possible.