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Author(s): American Water Works Association
ISBN(s): 9781583213612, 1583213619
Edition: 2nd
File Details: PDF, 4.53 MB
Year: 2005
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 1583213619 
ISBN 13: 9781583213612
Author:  American Water Works Association

Updated from the 1980 edition, this is a practical, basic management manual for in-service training useful for all water administrators. It covers internal organizational structure, government relations, safety programs, engineering, and public relations. It is ideal as a reference text or an independent study guide. 

Water Utility Management 2nd Table of contents:

Part I: The Context of Water Utility Management

  • Chapter 1: The Water Utility Enterprise
    • Defining Water Utilities: Public, Private, and Hybrid Models
    • The Essential Role of Water in Society and Economy
    • History and Evolution of Water Utilities
    • Current Trends and Future Outlook
    • The Utility as a Public Trust
  • Chapter 2: Governance and Organizational Structures
    • Types of Utility Governance (e.g., Municipal Departments, Public Authorities, Private Companies)
    • Board of Directors and Management Roles
    • Legal and Regulatory Frameworks Governing Utilities
    • Stakeholder Engagement and Accountability
  • Chapter 3: Strategic Planning for Water Utilities
    • Developing a Vision, Mission, and Core Values
    • Environmental Scanning (SWOT Analysis)
    • Setting Goals and Objectives
    • Performance Measurement and Monitoring
    • Adapting to Change

Part II: Core Utility Functions

  • Chapter 4: Water Resources and Supply Management
    • Sources of Water (Surface Water, Groundwater, Desalination, Reuse)
    • Water Rights and Allocation
    • Drought Management and Water Scarcity Planning
    • Source Water Protection and Watershed Management
  • Chapter 5: Water Treatment and Quality Assurance
    • Overview of Water Treatment Processes
    • Water Quality Standards and Regulations (e.g., Safe Drinking Water Act)
    • Laboratory Operations and Testing
    • Emerging Contaminants and Treatment Challenges
    • Cross-Connection Control
  • Chapter 6: Water Distribution and Infrastructure Management
    • Components of a Distribution System (Pipes, Pumps, Storage Tanks)
    • Pressure Management and Leak Detection
    • Main Breaks and Emergency Response
    • Asset Management Planning (Life Cycle, Maintenance, Replacement)
    • Non-Revenue Water Management
  • Chapter 7: Wastewater Collection and Treatment (if applicable to integrated utilities)
    • Overview of Wastewater Collection Systems
    • Wastewater Treatment Processes
    • Sludge Management and Biosolids
    • Regulations and Permitting for Discharges

Part III: Business and Support Functions

  • Chapter 8: Financial Management and Rate Setting
    • Budgeting and Financial Planning
    • Cost of Service and Rate Design Principles
    • Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Financing
    • Debt Management and Credit Ratings
    • Revenue Forecasting and Cost Recovery
  • Chapter 9: Human Resources Management
    • Workforce Planning and Development
    • Recruitment, Training, and Retention
    • Compensation and Benefits
    • Labor Relations and Safety Programs
    • Succession Planning
  • Chapter 10: Customer Service and Public Relations
    • Understanding Customer Needs and Expectations
    • Billing and Metering
    • Complaint Resolution and Communication Strategies
    • Public Education and Outreach Programs
    • Building Community Trust and Engagement
  • Chapter 11: Information Technology and Data Management
    • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
    • Customer Information Systems (CIS)
    • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems
    • Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
    • Business Intelligence and Analytics

Part IV: Addressing Modern Challenges

  • Chapter 12: Resilience and Emergency Preparedness

    • Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Analysis
    • Emergency Response Plans (Natural Disasters, Contamination, Cyberattacks)
    • Security Measures and Continuity of Operations
    • Collaboration with Emergency Services

  • Chapter 13: Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship

    • Water-Energy Nexus
    • Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
    • Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Principles
    • Environmental Compliance and Reporting

  • Chapter 14: Innovation and Emerging Technologies

    • Smart Water Systems and Sensors
    • Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
    • New Treatment Technologies
    • Research and Development in the Water Sector

  • Chapter 15: Regulatory Compliance and Ethics

    • Navigating Federal, State, and Local Regulations
    • Permitting and Reporting Requirements
    • Ethical Leadership and Conduct
    • Transparency and Public Accountability

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