Committee Synopsis & Descriptions
AUDIT COMMITTEE (PDF)
Examine the Association’s financial records for past year to determine if they are prepared according to generally accepted auditing standards and in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
AWARDS COMMITTEE (PDF)
Secure nominations for specific awards to recognize outstanding contributions in the field of wastewater treatment and select recipient of each plant and operator award utilizing approved criteria.
BIOSOLIDS MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE (PDF)
To monitor federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to handling and disposing of residual materials from wastewater treatment. Develop informational seminars on biosolids for members and the General public.
COLLECTION SYSTEMS COMMITTEE (PDF)
Our mission is to supercharge Collection Systems Management, Operation, and Maintenance by advancing knowledge, education, training, and professionalism of Collection Systems Operators—all while having a blast!
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE (PDF)
Encourage representation from historically underrepresented individuals to pursue careers in Missouri's water industry; support and advocate for historically underrepresented individuals in the water workforce; and promote engagement amongst historically underrepresented individuals to improve industry retention.
EDUCATION COMMITTEE (PDF)
Stimulate interest in the Association by through dissemination of information to inform and educate the public, particularly students from early grade school through high school, concerning current water pollution control issues.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (PDF)
The members of this committee are the Officers of the Association as prescribed in the Association Constitution.
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE (PDF)
Review and analyze State and Federal legislation, regulatory policies, and proposed regulations which impact water pollution control and recommend action or positions consistent with Association policies and objectives.
HISTORIAN COMMITTEE (PDF)
To monitor the Constitution and Bylaws, Policy & Procedures and Association activities to ensure the Association is acting within the Constitution and Bylaws and recommend needed changes to same. To record and preserve Association History by maintaining a permanent archive of the Association.
INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER COMMITTEE (PDF)
Stimulate industrial interest and participation in Association activities and emphasize the need and concerns of the industrial community with respect to water pollution control.
LABORATORY PRACTICES COMMITTEE (PDF)
The Laboratory Practices Committee was formed in 1993 in order to identify the needs and foster a network of resources for laboratory professionals in the state. The committee strives, through increased training, education, and voluntary analyst certification, to elevate the professional status of wastewater laboratory personnel.
LOCAL ARRANGEMENTS COMMITTEE (PDF)
Secure meeting facilities and rooms, plan meal functions, provide audio-visual equipment, support Spouses’ Program, and fulfill other Association needs for the Annual meeting.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE (PDF)
Stimulate public interest in the Association’s programs and activities to enhance individual and organizational membership, recommend activities to promote membership, and encourage individual members to actively participate in Association committee work.
NEWSLETTER COMMITTEE (PDF)
To develop, produce, and disseminate a periodic newsletter and maintain an internet website that informs the membership of the activities of the Missouri Water Environment Association and of items of interest related to the water environment profession.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE (PDF)
Report at least 120 days before the annual meeting to the Executive Committee recommending at least one (1) name for each elective office about to become vacant.
PLANT MANAGERS COMMITTEE (PDF)
To provide a forum for the exchange of information and experience among plant managers and other interested individuals to advance and improve the operation and management for the treatment or reclamation of wastewater.
PLANT OPERATORS COMMITTEE (PDF)
To provide an opportunity for operators, collection system personnel, plant engineers, and vendors to become more active in the Association.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE (PDF)
Develop a meaningful and stimulating program for the Annual Meeting, solicit papers on current topics, obtain effective speakers, and provide for qualified individuals to preside over various program sessions.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE (PDF)
Stimulate interest in the Association by timely dissemination of information and publicizing programs and activities plus educate the public concerning current pollution control issues.
REGISTRATION COMMITTEE (PDF)
Handle registration for the Fall Technical Workshops and of the Annual Meeting. To provide assistance at the registration table and answer questions.
SAFETY, SECURITY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH COMMITTEE (PDF)
Stimulate an interest in and an awareness of safety in the Association membership and the community through publications, seminars, and other safety oriented activities.
SELECT SOCIETY OF SANITARY SLUDGE SHOVELERS (PDF)
Select Society of Sanitary Sludge Shovelers (SSSSS) members are selected by previous members in recognition of "Outstanding Meritorious Service above and beyond the Call of Duty" to the Missouri Water Environment Association. The goal is to encourage "excellence and bring out the best." Performance of projects of service and merit by the membership are encouraged.
SMALL FLOWS COMMITTEE (PDF)
To provide information and support for new technologies in the treatment of wastewater for small decentralized facilities.
STORMWATER & WATERSHED COMMITTEE (PDF)
Clarification and understanding between State/Federal regulators and stakeholders, development and implementation of technologies and practices which work towards compliance and improvements in stormwater quality and overall watershed health.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE (PDF)
Stimulate interest and participation in Association activities and programs within the student community by encouraging presentation of technical papers, promoting active participation in committee work, promoting attendance at Association functions and recommending other student-related activities.
TELLERS COMMITTEE (PDF)
Receive membership votes for elective office, tally and report the tabulation of votes to the Executive Committee at its meeting held on the day preceding the Association Annual Meeting.
WATER FOR PEOPLE COMMITTEE (PDF)
Raise funds to undertake activities and programs in support of Water For People’s (WFP) charitable mission and to provide direct funding to WFP. The Committee may also raise funds for other charitable endeavors such as the MWEA Scholarship Fund.
WEBSITE COMMITTEE (PDF)
To develop and maintain an internet website that informs the membership of the activities of the Missouri Water Environment Association and of items of interest related to the water environment profession.
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COMMITTEE (PDF)
The YP Committee strives to stimulate interest in the Associations and the program activities among Young Professionals. The Committee’s goals are consistent with the Association’s objectives and provide a forum that encourages involvement of college students and water quality professionals under 35 years of age or with less than 10 years of industry experience.
