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Posted By Rhonda Robinett,
Monday, January 6, 2025
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The IAMU Utility Leadership Conference - formerly known as "Superintendent & Foreman’s Meetings" will be held January 15-17, 2025. This event will be held at the Holiday Inn Express Des Moines in Ankeny.Find more information and register here. Some of the topics in this conference are:Iowa DNR--RICE, 2024 Amendments, Permitting, RecordkeepingRate StudiesDGRTech Talk—New Technology in the Industry Various RepresentativesLessons Learned Greenfield Municipal Utilities and Spencer Municipal UtilitiesOperating A Small Utility Troy Dejoode, IAMUDe-Escalation Iowa State Patrol,Trooper Krull
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Posted By Rhonda Robinett,
Monday, January 6, 2025
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Iowa’s electric distribution systems are increasingly vulnerable to flood-related disruptions, posing challenges to the reliability of power delivery, electric system resilience, and community safety. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), in collaboration with the Iowa State Energy Office, Iowa Flood Center, and Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management, is leading a Grid Resilience Technical Assistance Project to support Iowa’s utilities in addressing these challenges. This technical assistance project is funded by the Grid Deployment Office.The project will develop case studies and a comprehensive guide to help utilities make informed, data-driven investments in flood resilience. Participating utilities will benefit from:· Identifying vulnerable assets by integrating flood risk data with utility infrastructure locations.· Accessing advanced resilience modeling and evaluation strategies to mitigate flood risks.· Receiving actionable guidance tailored to their specific needs.We are currently looking for utilities in counties affected by recent flooding (see full list below). Participation will involve sharing insights and relevant data to create actionable case studies and investment frameworks. The project timeline is January–June 2025, with flexibility to align with utility priorities.Call to Action:If your utility is interested in participating or learning more, please contact Gayathri Krishnamoorthy at gayathri.krishnamoorthy@nrel.gov by January 10, 2025.Counties Included:Adair (Fontanelle Municipal, Greenfield Municipal), Adams (Corning Municipal), Buena Vista (Alta Municipal, Marathon Municipal), Clay (Spencer Municipal), Dickinson (Lake Park Municipal), Emmet (Estherville Municipal), Harrison (Woodbine Municipal), Humboldt (Livermore Municipal, Renwick Municipal), Monona (Onawa Municipal, Mapleton Municipal), Montgomery (Stanton Municipal, Villisca Municipal), Obrien (Paullina Municipal, Hartley Municipal), Osceola (Sibley Municipal), Palo Alto (West Bend Municipal), Plymouth (Remsen Municipal, Hinton Municipal, Akron Municipal), Scott (Eldridge Municipal, Long Grove Municipal), Shelby (Harlan Municipal, Shelby Municipal), Sioux (Hawarden Municipal, Sioux Center Municipal, Orange City Municipal, Alton Municipal), Story (Story City Municipal, Ames Municipal, State Center Municipal), Union (Afton Municipal), Woodbury (Sergeant Municipal, Anthon Municipal),
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Posted By Administration,
Thursday, December 12, 2024
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One of the biggest challenges municipal gas utilities faces is the ever-changing landscape of regulatory compliance. With limited financial resources and Staff, it is difficult for many municipally owned gas utilities to understand the regulatory requirements and processes carried out by the Iowa Utilities Commission under guidelines and mandates set forth by the Department of Transportation and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. While recognizing our members face these challenges, IAMU offers Compliance Assistance Programs to help reduce the burden of understanding the complex nature of regulatory compliance.IAMU Staff can provide assistance (as needed) with the following:Understanding Operations & Maintenance and Emergency Plan & Procedures RequirementsIAMU Staff will sit down with your operator personnel and develop a schedule and plan of action to complete all of the requirements prescribed by the O&M Plans.This will also include a detailed review of the recordkeeping requirements that must be maintained in order to remain compliant.Pre-Iowa Utilities Commission AuditIAMU Staff will conduct an audit using the same inspection form as the Iowa Utilities Commission.This will allow your personnel to become familiar with the inspection process and potentially find violations that could be corrected before the audit conducted by the Commission.Post-Iowa Utilities Commission AuditIAMU Staff will aid in generating a plan of action to correct probable violations cited during the Iowa Utilities Commission.This will include drafting the formal response letter that is required to be filed within 30 days of the Notice Letter sent by the Commission.Distribution Integrity Management Plan (DIMP) AuditIAMU Staff will conduct an audit of your DIMP and provide aid in correcting any deficiencies found.Upon request, IAMU Staff can also update and complete your DIMP reviews and evaluations using the APGA SHRIMP program.Public Awareness Program AuditIAMU Staff will conduct an audit of your Public Awareness Program including reviewing/updating your written plan and informational mailers to ensure compliance with the regulations. IAMU Staff can also provide aid in completing your 4-Year Effectiveness Assessment and annual program review.Interested ?All Compliance Assistance Programs are completed for members at significant savings comparative to IAMU construction rates. Please contact Nick Vandegriff, Gas Services & Compliance Specialist, at 641-919-8411 or by email at nvandegriff@iamu.org for specific details and to schedule your on-site visit.
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Posted By Administration,
Thursday, December 12, 2024
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IAMU, along with Koons Gas Measurement & Nelson Technologies, would like to provide an opportunity for natural gas personnel to expand their knowledge on a variety of topics and products throughout their entire natural gas system. Experts from Koons Gas Measurement, Nelson Technologies and Honeywell will cover a variety of topics including:• Odorization and Odorizers• Catalytic heaters• Measurement and Regulation• Service Line Installations from Main to RiserTraining will include in-depth presentations and discussion, demonstration of products and services as well as numerous opportunities for “hands-on” training for topics and products being covered.For more information visit our website here.
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Posted By Administration,
Thursday, December 12, 2024
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IAMU will hold its Advanced Water Treatment and Distribution Workshop on March 12-13, 2025. As we prepare for this yearly training that brings together municipal water operators from around Iowa, we are asking for presentation proposals. The presentations must provide educational content and must not be sales pitches for specific products or services because members will be receiving continuing education credit for their time at the workshop. You can find the form for presentations here. If you have any questions about the Call for Presentations Form or the workshop, please contact Steve Marsh at 515.289.1999 or by email at smarsh@iamu.orgOnce completed, the Call for Presentations Form may be emailed to Steve. Deadline for presentations is January 8, 2025.
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