X
GO

Where is the Best Tasting Water in Virginia?

Submit your entry by October 16 to the VRWA Office.

Watch on Facebook Live at 11am, Tuesday, October 20!

Click for submission form and more info.

Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation (WIIN) Act

Small and Disadvantaged Communities Grant

Due by September 4, 2020, 5pm

Scroll DOWN for more info

AWIA Deadlines are

Click for more details.

Fast Approaching

Check out our CLASSES

AND NEW WEBINARS!

VRWA Diamond Sponsor



Virginia Rural Water Association 

Our mission is to provide professional development, assistance, and training for our members that enhances the proficiency of their operations through education and support services throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.



 



CORPORATE SPONSORS - THANK YOU!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water Circuit Rider

We have three Water Circuit Riders to help meet your needs.  They are trained to help with your water concerns.  They can assist you with day-to-day operational issues, financial issues, management issues, and more.

For More Information

Wastewater Program

VRWA has two Wastewater Technicians that travel throughout Virginia.  They can offer on-site assistance and training for your wastewater needs and questions from smoke testing to regulatory issues.

For More Information

Source Water Protection

The source water program encourages local water and wastewater systems to participate more aggressively in the development and implementation of local and regional source water protection plans.

For More Information

Energy Efficiency Circuit Rider

One great way to save money is through energy efficiency.  Contact VRWA to have a review of your facilities and make recommendations for cost and energy savings.

 

For More Information

Training / Classes

We offer a number of classes throughout the year and around Virginia.  We also have an annual conference in April and a fall Expo, where all have a chance to earn CPE's and interact with others in the water / wastewater profession.

For More Information

NRWA Services and Products

The National Rural Water Association offers a unique Products and Services Portfolio. Products range from website design & customer communications to health plans. These services are designed to meet the needs of utilities

For More Information

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

Announcing VRWA 2020 Annual Awards

The year 2020 has brought about many new and unprecedented experiences for all.  During the upheaval of the worldwide pandemic, we recognize even more the great work that is done by those in the water and wastewater industry.  Not everyone realizes the work and training that is needed to keep our water safe for consumption, so we thank you for all you do to keep us safe and healthy now and in the future.   Even though our 2020 Annual Conference and Technical Exposition was cancelled due to health concerns and restrictions from COVID-19, VRWA recognizes the hard work of Virginia’s water and wastewater workers.   Thank you and congratulations!




Go to Conference 2020 to see this year's winners.







 




Where is the best tasting water?

 

Let's find out where the best tasting water is in Virginia!

 

Mark your calendars for Tuesday October 20, 2020, 11am, and watch live on Facebook as three distinguished judges decide the winner of VRWA's water taste contest.

 

All we need is a water sample from our voting members sent in a quart jar to the VRWA office by 3pm, Friday, October 16.  Then stay tuned!

 

 Select for complete details and entry form

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


   

      

NRWA's COVID-19 Resources

 

COVID-19 Impact on Water/Wastewater Utilities Survey Results

Water and Wastewater services are integral to the well-being of any community and the health of the citizens.  Thank you to those utilities that participated in the survey provided by NRWA so we can understand the needs for such services to continue.

Click to see results.

 

EPA Releases Financial Impact Tool

In order to help mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on utilities, the EPA announced July 8, 2020 a tool to help calculate the impact on utilities.
Link to download Financial Impact Tool.

For more info go to the EPA's Water Finance Center.






 

 


COVID-19 

Information

 
During these unprecedented times, 
VRWA is here for you.  
We are taking precautions to help all 
stay healthy and safe,
 however we are still available to help Rural Water.


 


 


 

 

 

 

 

Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation (WIIN) Act

Small and Disadvantaged Communities Grant

Any Virginia community waterworks serving a population of 10,000 persons or less has the opportunity to apply for construction grant funds through the WIIN Act 2104 Grant. The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) Office of Drinking Water (ODW) will submit an application to the Environmental Protection Agency at the end of September 2020, to secure these funds. 

Waterworks wishing to be named as a sub-recipient of this grant application can submit the construction application below. VDH-ODW staff will review the applicants submission and select two to four applications for funding based on eligibility and need. Applications are due no later than September 4, 2020 5:00 p.m. EST. Send them to:

Virginia Department of Health
Office of Drinking Water
WIIN Grant Coordinator
109 Governor Street, 6th Floor

Richmond, VA   23219

For more information please contact Barry E. Matthews, CPG at 804 477-5171 or by email at barry.matthews@vdh.virginia.gov