Wynnie-Fred Victor Hinds (on right, in blue shirt) pictured at the rally. Photo credit: Josie Gonçalves of Public Square, the online newspaper. “My passion for water-related issues started when I was living in Venezuela in Latin America. It rained over a couple of days and my house flooded; it was basically like a river. I… Continue reading People of Jersey Water Works: Profile of Wynnie-Fred Victor Hinds
Topic: Community Engagement and Partnerships
People of Jersey Water Works: Profile of Patricia Lindsay-Harvey
Patricia Lindsay-Harvey, Willingboro Municipal Utility Authority Commissioner and Shawn LaTourette, NJDEP Commissioner, presenting New Jersey’s commitments at the One Water Summit in Milwaukee, WI. Photo credit: Andrea Sapal “I have been a resident of Willingboro for 45 years now. I’ve been an activist since that very first day, and I’ve always been involved in the… Continue reading People of Jersey Water Works: Profile of Patricia Lindsay-Harvey
Critical Connections for Critical Conversations: First In-Person Jersey Water Works Membership Meeting Since 2019 a Huge Success
“The $300 million [allocated by the state for water infrastructure] is just a drop in the bucket, but we’ll make good use of that drop,” said Shawn LaTourette, commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), in his mini-keynote address at July’s Jersey Water Works (JWW) membership meeting. “It shows that advocacy works.”… Continue reading Critical Connections for Critical Conversations: First In-Person Jersey Water Works Membership Meeting Since 2019 a Huge Success
The best water solutions derive from collaborations, and community engagement is key
Everyone has a role to play when it comes to water. Water is a precious life-giving resource that must not only be honored and respected, but also managed, treated, and made safe for drinking. While some may think that drinking water and wastewater utility companies are the only ones responsible for this—or perhaps that government… Continue reading The best water solutions derive from collaborations, and community engagement is key
Planning and Utilities, Cities and CSOs—The Value of Collaboration to Improve Municipalities
Collaborative approaches improve cost-effectiveness, the health of our residents, and the environment. There are a number of goals and benefits that derive from collaborative approaches, according to CDM Smith Vice President and Senior Infrastructure Planner Bill Cesanek at the Nov. 12 “Planning and Utilities, Cities and CSOs—The Value of Collaboration to Improve Municipalities” workshop. Through… Continue reading Planning and Utilities, Cities and CSOs—The Value of Collaboration to Improve Municipalities
Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for water infrastructure investments. Sign on by Dec. 9.
Note: Deadline to sign on extended to Monday, Dec. 13 COB In order to advance the shared goals of the Jersey Water Works collaborative, a letter has been drafted (see the link below) to Governor Murphy, Senate President Sweeney, and Speaker of the Assembly Coughlin urging them to allocate a significant portion of the state’s… Continue reading Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds for water infrastructure investments. Sign on by Dec. 9.
Building Blocks of Trust: Creating Authentic and Equitable Relationships Between Community Organizations and Water Utilities
Strong and authentic relationships between local community groups and water systems, built on trust, are vital to achieving equitable and sustainable water systems and supporting public investment in water infrastructure. This report from River Network and WaterNow Alliance examines how to create authentic and equitable relationships between community organizations and water utilities.
Jersey Water Works members connect to prioritize water infrastructure in this historic funding moment
Elected officials and community voices echoed the same sentiment: New Jerseyans must continue to work together to transform water infrastructure at this historic moment. For the seventh year in a row, Jersey Water Works (JWW) members met to explore “Different Perspectives, New Opportunities, and Win-Win Solutions” to New Jersey’s water challenges. The annual JWW Membership… Continue reading Jersey Water Works members connect to prioritize water infrastructure in this historic funding moment
Use billions from infrastructure deal, COVID-19 aid to fix water problems in poor communities, advocates urge
Photo Credit: Credit: (ChrisGoldNY via Creative Commons under CC BY-NC 2.0) Wastewater management plant in Newtown Creek, with the skyline of New York City in the background. Incoming Jersey Water Works co-chairs Andy Kricun, from Moonshot Missions & US Water Alliance, and Nicole Miller, from Newark DIG share their thoughts on this ‘once-in-a-generation’ opportunity to… Continue reading Use billions from infrastructure deal, COVID-19 aid to fix water problems in poor communities, advocates urge
New Jersey‘s water partners have laid the groundwork for transformative federal investment
This week marks United for Infrastructure 2021: A Week to Champion America’s Infrastructure. Every day, thousands of underground pipes convey water to our homes and businesses, and miles of pipes remove wastewater from our sinks, bathrooms, and laundry rooms. Many of these systems were designed and built decades ago, when there were fewer people, less… Continue reading New Jersey‘s water partners have laid the groundwork for transformative federal investment