Operation, maintenance, and management (OMM) of our wastewater collection and treatment systems is a critical part of the long-term success in effective sewer service for some communities. This session will discuss some of the details of various decentralized community wastewater management programs and models. Both successful and unsuccessful elements of a program will be shared. Various choices as to how to structure your management and oversight of community systems will also be discussed. Much of this presentation will be applicable to both publicly and privately owned wastewater collection and treatment systems. This session is useful for designers, operators, developers, and local units of government as they plan for cluster and community wastewater systems.
After this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Decide which management model might be the best option for their community system.
2. Evaluate the structure of their own management program for potential omissions or conflicts.
3. Incorporate safeguards against insufficient oversight or lack of funding.
4. Delineate the necessary roles and responsibilities of each person involved in the community system management process.
Ideal Audience: Designers, operators, and owners.
Level: Basic to intermediate