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AWWA ACE68560

  • Dealing with Politicians
  • Conference Proceeding by American Water Works Association, 11/01/2008
  • Publisher: AWWA

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This powerpoint presentation begins by providing bulleted points on the need for cross connection control (CCC) programs that point out the inadequacies of funding, staffing, and regulations. Points are offered on defining the problem in terms of the low profile of water utilities, and the lack of education about cross connections particularly among politicians. The motivation behind establishing CCC programs include: maintaining the integrity of the water supply;protecting public health;keeping the public trust; and,making the world safe for democracy and theAmerican way. Points are provided for getting their attention, including: typical questions they will ask; political cover; examples of backflow incidents; and, the process of dealing with politicians.

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