Sheryl A. Fontaine

The meeting included announcements regarding wastewater and drinking water exam results and renewal application procedures. Discussions were held on potential program improvements, including the development of operator training programs and the implementation of a disciplinary action matrix for code of ethics violations. Additionally, technical assistance and training updates were provided, including an announcement for an upcoming water and wastewater operator conference. The board also addressed the resignation of the forum chair and planned for future nominations, concluded with the scheduling of the next meeting.

The meeting covered updates on the adoption of new standardized wastewater exams and the administration of the State of Nevada Wastewater Certification Program. Statistics for fourth-quarter drinking water distribution and treatment exams were presented and analyzed. The committee discussed technical assistance initiatives, including upcoming trainings and outreach to high school students, as well as ideas for future training schedules. Additionally, the forum reviewed financing assistance options provided by OFA and discussed the requirements, duties, and volunteer processes for board membership.

The forum discussed updates from the Bureau of Safe Drinking Water, including exam result timelines, the classification of TTHM aerators as a distribution function, and renewal application statistics. Information was provided regarding operator certification, safety training, and the upcoming reinstatement policy. NWEA announcements covered wastewater exam results and CEU guidelines. Technical assistance updates included the schedule for upcoming training sessions and the RCAC Conference. Public comments centered on fostering inter-city collaboration and coordinating future system tours.

The forum included updates on Bureau of Safe Drinking Water (BSDW) exam results, impacts of a state cyberattack on systems, and a discussion on transitioning from postcard-based notifications to email. Wastewater exam updates and upcoming certification board events were shared. Technical assistance and succession planning updates were provided by RCAC. Administrative reports included personnel changes and funding outlooks for fiscal year 2025. The board reviewed safety course credit proposals, discussed operator qualification criteria and application processes, and received information regarding advanced water treatment certification opportunities for veterans.

The meeting included discussions on technical definitions for storage tank aerators and their role in treatment vs. distribution, updates on disciplinary actions for operators, and a review of 1st quarter exam results for both drinking water and wastewater certifications. The Forum provided updates on upcoming training opportunities, discussed the impact of drought and water scarcity, and received reports on SRF funding availability. Board members were elected, and the meeting concluded with a discussion on the need for increased options for safety credits and scheduling of the next meeting.