The Central Texas Water Conservation Symposium provides water utilities with the information needed to implement successful water conservation programs, effectively engage customers, and plan for the future. Learn from state and national experts about the latest approaches, what is coming next and best practices for maximum efficiency gains.
Topics to be covered:
Water + Planning: The Value of Land Use Planning in Achieving Increased Water Efficiency
Balancing Affordability and Conservation in Water Rate Setting
Integrating Water and Land Use
How to use Data and Free Online Tools to Drive Customer Engagement
Deep Dive into Irrigation Audits - Pros and Cons and how to Effectively Engage the Public
Water Reuse as a Resource
The Future of Austin’s Reclaimed Water System
US Bureau of Reclamation on the WIIN Act
Speakers Include:
Bill Cesanek AICP, Vice President, CDM Smith & co-lead for American Planning Association Water+Planning Connect
David Switzer, Assistant Professor, Truman School of Public Affairs, University of Missouri
Andrew Spurgin AICP, Principal Planner, City of Westminster, Colorado
Kevin Kluge, Texas Water Development Board
Martha Wright, Conservation Resource Analyst, San Antonio Water System
Sasha Kodet, Conservation Planner, San Antonio Water System
David Turnage, Conservation Program Specialist, City of Austin
Mark Warden, City of Georgetown
Dan Pedersen, Reclaimed Program Manager, City of Austin
Collins Balcombe, Supervisor, Planning & Project Development Division
Earl Foster, General Manager, Lakeway Municipal Utility District
Who Should Attend:
Mayors, City Council, Board Members of MUD's, Regional Water Authorities, City Managers, Water Utility Directors and Staff, Water Conservation Managers, Program Staff and other Relevant Staff, CFO's Finance Directors, Sustainability Directors, Business and Community Leaders, Consultants and Advocates.