WWOA
Membership Application
"The
advancement of fundamental and practical knowledge concerning
treatment of wastewater and the management of wastewater
facilities. The promotion of good public relations in
the water pollution control field. Assistance and training
of personnel interested in water pollution control, management
or operation. Encourage the exchange of information and
experience in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities.
The publication and distribution of a newsletter relating
to the water pollution control field."
The
WWOA is comprised of wastewater treatment professionals
who serve municipalities and industries throughout the
State. Membership includes treatment plant operators,
engineers, consultants, plant managers, equipment manufacturers,
regulatory agencies, educators and students involved in
the wastewater treatment industry. Our programs and seminars
target wastewater treatment facilities in every region
of the State.
Membership
in the WWOA can be attained by any person having interest
in the wastewater treatment profession. The organization
maintains an active web site that allows current and immediate
access to many of the membership benefits. The WWEA training
calender lists all wastewater and water training events
in the State that have been coordinated with WWOA and
other partnering agencies. Equipment sales and job postings
are also popular. The "Tips & Ideas" section allows operators
to exchange ideas and ask questions online. State and
Regional Officer contacts are listed for your reference.
The
WWOA holds an Annual Conference in October to provide
training and exposure to new regulation, operational concepts
and an introduction to and assistance in understanding
many technical subjects. It also provides an opportunity
for wastewater treatment professionals to gather and exchange
ideas on problem solving techniques. The Awards Banquet
is an important part of the Conference. It provides the
opportunity to recognize individuals for their outstanding
contributions to the industry.
The
WWOA conducts workshops alone and in conjunction with
other organizations. These workshops provide an opportunity
for advancement of fundamental knowledge and exposure
to new concepts. The WWOA co-sponsors or participates
in the Annual Government Affairs Seminar, Collection System
Seminar and the Spring Biosolids Symposium. Other seminars
are developed as needed to enhance the practical knowledge
of the wastewater profession. Operator Training, which
is designed to impart practical knowledge of everyday
operation, is supplied through the Regional Organizations.
It affords the Certified Operators an opportunity to fulfill
their continuing education requirements. Hands on seminars
are another source of practical operator training.
The
WWOA has six Regional Associations affiliated with its
Statewide Organization. The Regional Associations function
within the WWOA framework yet are encouraged to develop
programs and training geared to meet the needs of their
specific regions. Each region has its own officers who
work with the State Board of Directors to provide high
quality regional meetings and a successful Annual Conference.
Membership in the WWOA gives individuals an opportunity
to work with professionals in their geographic area through
the quarterly meetings conducted by each region.
Membership
Categories
ACTIVE
MEMBER: Active members are dues paying members who can
hold office and are eligible for all WWOA benefits.
REGIONAL
MEMBER: Are members who are active in Regional affairs
but are not dues paying members of the WWOA.
HONORARY
MEMBER: Any active member can be elected to an Honorary
Membership through special recognition and approval procedures.
An Honorary Member is not required to pay dues.
LIFE
MEMBER: Individuals with 25 or more years of active membership
are eligible to become Life Members. They are no longer
required to pay dues and cannot hold an elected office.
STUDENT
MEMBERSHIP: Individuals currently enrolled as a full-time
student in a college degree program.
Benefits
STUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS: The WWOA provides an opportunity
for members and their families to receive scholarship
grants toward higher education.
TUITION
AID is available to WWOA members who are in the process
of furthering their education by attending college classes,
correspondence courses or advanced seminars.
THE
"CLARIFIER" is the official educational publication
of WWOA. It is published five times per year and provides
educational material to the membership. It is the primary
communication tool of the organization.
MEMBERSHIP
DIRECTORY contains contact information on individual members
and their plants.
Awards
REGIONAL
OPERATOR AWARD
Provides annual recognition of an operator in each region
for high quality plant operation and professionalism in
the wastewater treatment field.
SERVICE
AWARD
Recognizes an individual who supports and promotes the
WWOA organization.
BERNAUER
AWARD
Recognizes exemplary professionalism in the wastewater
field of operation.
KOBY
CRABTREE AWARD
Recognizes excellence in the transfer of technical information
and conducting training in the wastewater field.
PERSONAL
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS - Personal Growth - Professional Growth
- Outstanding Fellowship - Networking Opportunities
WWOA
members take great pride in being the working hands and
minds of Wisconsin's water quality protection efforts.
WWOA
- Working through Education.
WWOA - Working through Regional Organizations.
WWOA - Working through and for its Members.
WWOA
Membership Application
