Partner Up: Achieve Success by Working with Others NEW

Small water systems must meet the same regulations as large systems without 
the economies of scale that large systems enjoy. What’s a system with 1,000 
connections or less to do?
Some call it creating partnerships; others use terms like regionalization, consolidation, or working together. Some do it, but never actually name it or openly discuss 
it. No water system is an island; we need each other. This workshop will discuss 
the spectrum of opportunities for partnering with others. From casual information 
sharing or operational support to formal consolidation or joint powers agreements, we will review the challenges and benefits of partnering up. 
Participants will learn:
• Variety of options for working with other systems
• How to evaluate their system’s potential for partnership
• When to work alone
• Next steps to start or continue the conversation
Recommended audience for this workshop is anyone involved with a small water 
system

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