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11:00 Operationalizing Equity at DC Water : Integrating Equity in Project Prioritization Process

Getachew Melsew , DC Water and Sewer Authority

11:30 How to Plan and Create a Technical Internship Program for Fostering Pathways to Increase Diversity , Equity , and Inclusion Javier Dennis , Los Angeles Bureau of Sanitation

WED03 Utility Leadership and Strategy Implementation

10:30 a . m .– Noon ROOM : A4 + A5 Moderator : Sarah Lothman

This session looks at three examples of utility leadership employing strategic and innovative solutions to workforce transitioning and community collaborations .

10:30 How to Renew a Region ’ s Infrastructure ( With 62 of Your Closest Friends ) Christine Umerley , Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District

11:00 Demonstration of a Laser-Focused Utility Diagnostic Tool Developed for Senior Leadership Training and Work Prioritization Jamie Safulko , South Platte Renew

11:30 Turning a Corner on Legacy Management One Utility ’ s Passage From 32-Year Veteran General Manager to New Leadership Rick Crosby , Mount Pleasant Waterworks , Allan Clum , Mount Pleasant Waterworks

WED04 Addressing Regulatory Concerns

10:30 a . m .– Noon Moderator : Paul Delphos

ROOM : A7 + A8

10:30 Deep Dive Into PFAS Occurrence in California ’ s Wastewater Systems and Implications on Regulations Tom Falk , CDM Smith

11:00 Addressing Emerging Regulatory Concerns With Federal Funding Programs Seth Robertson , Hazen and Sawyer

11:30 Integrating Risk Management Program Rule Amendments in Emergency Planning Using the Integrated Preparedness Plan Approach Sarah Moore , Arcadis www . awwa . org 17