EVERGREEN RURAL WATER OF WASHINGTON

Usda source water protection develop and implement a plan to address state specific source water protection needs of rural and small community water systems in the state. Provides technical assistance to rural and small communities in the formation of source water protection plans, acts as a liaison to create better coordination, communication and collaboration between rural and small community multi-jurisdictional entities and local, county, state and federal agencies. The program had over 360 on-site hours and 3 source water plans completed in 2024. The expenses of the program are funded by contribution and grant income.

Other program services consist of paid training, membership dues, apprenticeship, energy efficiency, sustainability and related services provided to water and wastewater operators on all different levels. This includes continuing education, as well as back flow assembly tester exam courses and other training courses. In 2024 we provided mentor wage reimbursements for 21 mentors to our apprentices and also further expanded our apprenticeship program.