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$2,000 Scholarship st March 1 Deadline The TN Utility Education Corporation (TUEC) Scholarship Program in conjunction with TN Association of Utility Districts is offering a one year, $2,000 dollar scholarship in each of the three grand divisions of TN. They are the: • • •

Harold Clark Scholarship for West TN - $2,000 Henry Elrod Scholarship for Middle TN - $2,000 Sam Bruce Scholarship for East TN - $2,000

Requirements: The Scholarships will be awarded to students intending to major in a field related t o operations of a public utility at an accredited college or university. The recipient must be a dependent child of a full-time employee (part-time may be considered under certain circumstances) of a TAUD member or a TAUD governing board member. Or, the recipient must be an employee of a TAUD member. Each applicant’s ranking will be based on leadership responsibilities, awards, honors, academic record, career goals and financial need. The recipient must intend to study a major which is related to or can be used by the student in the operations of a public utility. Deadline for submission is March 1st of each year If you have questions, contact Brent Ogles at 615-900-1000 or by e-mail at brentogles@taud.org.

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Welcome New TAUD Members: CDM Smith Dynetics, Inc. Fairfield Glade Community Club Field’s Engineering Consultant Services KESSCO, LLC McLean Technology Group Pavement Restorations of East TN PHG Energy Southwest Securities Swallows Insurance Agency Swan Analytical Instruments Test America Laboratories

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Tennessee Association of Utility Districts 2013 Officers & Board of Directors Tom Atchley, President Hendersonville Utility District Freddie Weston, Vice-President West Wilson Utility District Pat Riley, Secretary Gibson County Utility District Freddie Weston, Treasurer West Wilson Utility District John Brown Harpeth Valley Utilities District Nick Newman Memphis Light, Gas & Water Charlie Anderson Bloomingdale Utility District Drexel Heidel West Knox Utility District David Callahan Soddy Daisy Utility District Phillip Combs Alpha-Talbott Utility District Tim Pelham West Warren-Viola Utility District Don Stafford Eastside Utility District Mike Green Warren County Utility District

Phillip Combs, NRWA Director Larry Kidwell, Associate Advisor Kidwell & Co.

TAUD STAFF Bob Freudenthal, Executive Director BobFreudenthal@taud.org Penny Funk, Office Manager PennyFunk@taud.org Brent Ogles, Education Manager BrentOgles@taud.org (615) 556-6002 John Hall, Advocacy/Finance JohnHall@taud.org (931) 607-1014 Tonia Pass, Education Assistant ToniaPass@taud.org Carol Mims, Accountant CarolMims@taud.org Beth Hardiman, Meeting Planner/Member Services BethHardiman@taud.org Colleen SauvĂŠ, Publications Colleen@taud.org John Shadwick, Training Specialist JohnShadwick@taud.org (615) 804-4069 Vanessa SolĂs, Publications Assistant VanessaSolis@taud.org

Tony Wyatt, West, TN Field Supervisor TonyWyatt@taud.org (731) 415-9101 Steve Roberts, East TN, Water Circuit Rider SteveRoberts@taud.org (865) 256-5383 Kevin Gilliam, Middle TN, Water Circuit Rider Kevin Gilliam@taud.org (931) 636-1672 Larry Lewis, Source Water Protection Technician LarryLewis@taud.org (731) 234-0360 Greg Baker, Groundwater Specialist/IT Specialist GregBaker@taud.org (731) 225-5240 Dewayne Culpepper, West TN, Wastewater Technician DewayneCulpepper@taud.org (931) 607-6981 Dan Martin, East TN, Wastewater Technician DanMartin@taud.org (931) 312-9405

Upcoming Events Legislative Rally February 18 -19

Sheraton Hotel, Downtown Nashville

Utility Technology Conference March 13 - 15 Park Vista, Gatlinburg 3rd Annual Operator Expo Bass Fishing Tournament May 15 Schutes Branch Recreation Area, Old Hickory Lake Operator Expo May 16

James E. Ward Agriculture Center, Lebanon

Conference information is subject to change. For the most current information and online registration, please visit www.taud.org. 1st Quarter, volume 27

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Table of Contents Can you find the frog hidden somewhere in the graphics or photos of this issue? same size & color as shown here. Answer on page 38. Happy Hunting!

9 Region Recap 13 2012 Administrative Professionals Conference Recap 14 NRWA Launches Smartphone App for Water Operators 17 Does Water Grow on Trees? Bruceton Water Department learns it’s possible... 18 TAUD Conducts Compensation & Benefit Survey 19 $17 Million and Counting... 20 Funding Made Possible by TUA 23 NEW! Electronic Consumer Confidence Reporting 24 Franklin Tennessee’s Potential Framework for EPA’s Integrated Wastewater & Stormwater Permitting 27 New Standards for Pipes, Fittings & Meters 28 Nominations for 2013 TAUD Awards of Excellence 29 2013 Utility Technology Conference 31 2013 Utility Technology Registration 32 Upcoming Classes - TAUD Training Station 34 2013 3rd Annual Operator Expo Bass Tournament 37 Operator Expo Registration Form 38 Word Search

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Tennessee Utility News is published four times a year by the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts (TAUD). Article submissions & accompanying artwork are welcomed. Please contact the publisher, Colleen Sauvé, (615) 900-1015 or colleen@taud.org. Additional graphic design this issue provided by Vanessa Solis. The right to edit or deny publishing and material submitted for publication is reserved by TAUD.

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Thank You TAUD Associate Superboosters

Diamond Affinity Benefits American Development Corp. HDSupply Waterworks Kidwell & Company Next Generation Underwriters Southeastern Tank, Inc. Tennessee Utility Alliance United Systems & Software, Inc. Wascon, Inc. Wiley Bros.-Aintree Capital LLC Platinum Alliance Water Resources C.I. Thornburg Co., Inc. Crom Corp. ECO-TECH, Inc. Energy Systems Group Garney Companies Inc. GRW Engineers, Inc. Jackson Thornton & Co., P.C. McWane Cast Iron Pipe Co. Regions Bank Corporate Trust S & S Utility Sales, LLC Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. Southern Pipe & Supply Tennessee 811 United Utilities, Inc. W & W Engineering, LLC 1st Quarter, volume 27

Gold John Bouchard & Sons Company M&H Kennedy Valve Master Meter, Inc. Southern Sales Co. The Haskell Co. Silver Barge Waggoner Sumner & Cannon Branstetter, Stranch & Jennings Garver Gresham Smith & Partners Insituform Technologies, Inc. Jacobs Engineering Kazmier & Associates, Inc. Kentucky Glass Lined Tank Systems, Inc. McGill Associates, P.A. Piper Jaffray Stringfellow Inc. Veteran Management Services

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Region Recap

Region meetings are held quarterly throughout the year. These meetings provide a unique opportunity to network with people in the utility industry. Speakers discuss topics that are current, informative and beneficial to utilities and related industries. Some recent topics include: updates on training, industry rules, reporting and regulation, insurance provisions, workplace safety, and what’s upcoming in new and innovative smart technology. TAUD encourages you to be ‘in-the-know’ and get involved in your region. Region 1 Fred Hicks, Region Leader October 18, 2012 Meeting Location: Farmhouse Gallery & Gardens in Unicoi Attendance: 67 Speakers/Presenters: Jeff Rose and Ben Simerl of McGill Associates, TN811, the Johnson City EFO, USDA RD, FTDD, Corps of Engineers, and Dan Martin and Steve Roberts of TAUD. Thank You: Our meeting sponsor 1st Quarter, volume 27

was McGill Associates. Thank you to our door prize contributors: ADC, McGill Associates, Trilec, Michael Brady Inc, and TN811. Training: TN811 presented a program on Trench Safety and Call Before You Dig Next Meeting: TBA Region 2 Bruce Giles, Region Leader December 12, 2012 Meeting Location: Bass Pro Shop in Kodak Attendance: 114 Speakers/Presenters: Roy Stroud of Trilec, Will Taylor of United Systems and Software, Ken Rickvalsky of McWane Cast Iron Pipe, Dr. Sandra Dudley of the Division of Water Resources, Erich Webber of the Knoxville EFO, Jimmy Langley of Luttrell Blaine Utility District, Mary Short of USDA RD, and Bob Freudenthal and Larry Lewis of TAUD. Special Presentations: Bruce Giles thanked Gregg Morgan for his service to Region 2. Mike Wetherington discussed future scholarship oppor-

tunities in memory of Jay Rogers. Thank You: Our meeting sponsors were United Systems and Software, McWane Cast Iron Pipe and Trilec. Thank you to our door prize contributors: ADC, HD Supply, Trilec, Rye Engineering, CTI Engineering, Test America, Michael Brady Inc, Scientific Sales, Southern Underwater Services, George Paris Company, Littlejohn Engineering, Aulick Chemical Solutions, Consolidated Pipe, Brown Painting, and United Systems and Software Next Meeting: March 6, 2013 Region 3 Jimmy Langley, Region Leader Region 3 did not meet between Nov. 2012 and Jan. 2013. Next Meeting: March 7, 2013 Region 4 Penny Sutherland, Region Leader Region 4 did not meet between Nov. 2012 and Jan. 2013. Next Meeting: February 20, 2013 Best Tasting Water Contest

Region 5 Tom Faulk, Region Leader November 1, 2012 Meeting Location: West Wilson Utility District Office Attendance: 45 Speakers/Presenters: Kelly Tralongo of Lexis Nexus/Vital Check, Bob Starr of Lemna Technologies, Scott Holder of TN811, Michael Murphy of the Nashville EFO, Lola Maratita of USDA RD, and Bob Freudenthal and Larry Lewis of TAUD. Thank You: Our meeting sponsors were BAR Environmental and Vital Check. Thank you to our door prize contributors: ADC, Bar Environmental, H2O Technologies, George Paris Co, Microbac, and TN811

Caldwell Tanks, Holly Austin of TN811, Will Pride of the Columbia EFO, Doug Shelton of USDA RD, and Bob Freudenthal, Kevin Gilliam, and Larry Lewis of TAUD. Special Presentations: AWWA Water Loss Software Thank You: Our meeting sponsors were Caldwell Tanks and TN811. Thank you to our door prize contributors: ADC, Heartland Pump, Caldwell Tanks, Trilec, and Rye Engineering Next Meeting: March 23, 2013 Region 7 Annie Chiodo, Region Leader

Next Meeting: April 4, 2013 Region 8 J. D. Dethloff, Region Leader October 10, 2012 Meeting Location: Paris Landing State Park Inn Attendance: 34 Speakers/Presenters: Dan Sanders of Energy Systems Group, Matt Finney of Caldwell Tanks, Brian Caton of the Jackson EFO, Tyler Hayes of USDA RD, and Bob Freudenthal, Dewayne Culpepper, Tony Wyatt, and Larry Lewis of TAUD. Thank You: Our meeting sponsors were Energy Systems Group and Caldwell Tanks. Thank you to our door prize contributors: ADC, Wascon, Energy Systems Group, Southeastern Tank, and Rye Engineering

Next Meeting: February 6, 2013

Next Meeting: April 10, 2013

Bob Freudenthal presents Tom Faulk with a certificate of appreciation for his leadership in Region 5.

Region 6 Kenneth Carr, Region Leader October 24, 2012 Meeting Location: Tullahoma Utility Board Office Attendance: 56 Speakers/Presenters: Chris Leauber of Wilson County Water Authority, Mike Stull and Matt Finney of

Region 6 Meeting attendees listen to a presentation of the AWWA Water Loss Software given by Chris Leauber of WCWA.

Region 9 Scott Miller, Region Leader

October 3, 2012

Region 9 did not meet between Nov. 2012 and Jan. 2013.

Meeting Location: Bradleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant in Waynesboro

Next Meeting: March 21, 2013

Attendance: 23 Speakers/Presenters: Larry Vannozzi of the National Weather Service, Holly Austin of TN811, Doug Shelton of USDA RD, and Kevin Gilliam, Tony Wyatt, and Larry Lewis of TAUD. Thank You: Our meeting sponsors were G&C Supply, Rye Engineering, and Southeastern Tank. Thank you to our door prize contributor: ADC

Region 10 Tim Lawson, Region Leader November 28, 2012 Meeting Location: Benton Sporting Clay Facility in Charleston Attendance: 53

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Speakers/Presenters: Billy Keck of AY McDonald, William Shows of Reed and Shows Meter Repair and Supply, Dustin Dowdy of Southeastern Tank, Holly Austin of TN811, Gary Burris of the Chattanooga EFO, Clay Copeland of USDA RD, Chuck Hammonds of SETDD, and Kevin Gilliam and Steve Roberts of TAUD. Thank You: Our meeting sponsors were AY McDonald, Reed and Shows Meter Repair and Supply, and Southeastern Tank. Thank you to our door prize contributors: Michael Brady, Inc., Crom Corp., Southeastern Tank, McGill Associates, Test America, AY McDonald, Trilec, ADC, Walter A. Wood, Microbac, C.I. Thornburg, Rye Engineering, and George Paris Co. Next Meeting: February 27, 2013 Region 11 Chandrika Winston, Region Leader Region 9 did not meet between Nov. 2012 and Jan. 2013. Next Meeting: February 13, 2013

The 2013 Best Tasting Water Contest will be conducted at upcoming region meetings from now until mid-Summer. To be sure you do not miss your opportunity to compete, be sure to visit the www.taud.org website and click the â&#x20AC;&#x153;regionsâ&#x20AC;? tab for the most current information.

For more information on becoming involved in region meetings, please contact Larry Lewis, (731) 234-0380 or at larrylewis@taud.org.

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2012 Administrative Professionals Conference Recap By Beth Hardiman, Meetings/Membership The 2012 Administrative Professionals Conference was held December 6th and 7th at the Inn at Opryland in Nashville. Over 100 attendees attended the conference and participated in sessions earning credit towards the TAP (TAUD Administrative Professionals) program. This year TAUD partnered with the Tennessee Department of Human Resources (TDHR) to implement their new Human Resources Certificate Training, “The Three Pillars of Human Resources.” Pillar 3 presented on Thursday afternoon included the following topics: Ethics, Hiring and Interviewing Skills, Applications and Announcements, Orientation and Onboarding of Employees, Classification and Compensation, and Voluntary and Involuntary Separation. Other conference sessions included: Cyber Terrorism with FBI Agent Scott Augenbaum; HR Competencies with Trish Pulley of the Tennessee Department of Human Resources; Taking Angry Customers from Unreasonable to Reasonable, Webinar with Debra Ballard of Continuum Education and Training; and Healthier Holidays – Emotionally, Physically and Financially with Wayne Maddox of Magellan Health Services. The 2013 Administrative Professionals Conference will be December 4-6, 2013 at the Inn at Opryland. TAUD will hold a training class this spring for those interested in completing the other two pillars of the Human Resources Certificate Training, see 2012 below. Information willcomplete be sent out as available on our website onceManagement details are final. Attendees of the APC Conference theas3rdwell Pillar of the Tennessee Personnel If youAssociation are interested in becoming a certified Tennessee Administrative Professional (TAP) contact Beth Hardiman at (TPMA) certification while also earning Tennessee Administrative Professionals (TAP) credit. bethhardiman@taud.orgSee fortopics more information. to be discussed in Pillar 3 as well as topics in Pillars 1 & 2.

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The Role of Human Resources in the Public Sector

Legal Issues in Human Resources

Human Resources Adminitration

Participants gain knowledge of state & federal laws that impact the workplace. Human Resources staff learns how an organization creates & maintains an environment of fair consistent treatment. Modules: • Employee Law Basics • Title VII & the TN Human Rights Commission • Fair Labor Standard Act • Family & Medical Leave Act • Americans with Disabilities Act • Drug Free Workplace • Uniformed Services Employee & Re-employments Rights Act • Age Discrimination in Employment Act • Workplace Safety

Participants gain an understanding of basic human resources functions & issues related to people such as compensation, hiring, performance management, organizational development and employee engagement. Modules: • Ethics • Hiring & Interviewing Skills • Applications & Announcements • Orientation & Onboarding of employees • Classification & Compensation • Separations - Voluntary & Involuntary

Participants learn how the role of human resources can contribute to the success of the overall organization and the accomplishment of its goals. Modules: • Human Resources as a Trusted Advisor • Management Skills • Human Resources as a Strategic Business Partner • Employee & Leadership Development

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NRWA Launches a Smartphone App for Water Operators By Vanessa Solís, Publications Assistant In the summer of 2012, the National Rural Water Association released the NRWA Water Operations App, available for both Android smartphones and Apple’s iPhone series. Boasting a wide variety of functions and resources, this app was specifically designed to aid operators in the water and wastewater industry.

“The calculators are very useful and I love [the] access to the on-line resource center. The news feed is a nice extra too.” -a Google user

The NRWA Water Operations app features 14 calculators to assist operators with common water-related functions (see list at right). This app also provides access to the NRWA News Pipeline feed, featuring updates about state associations, NRWA’s annual WaterPro Conference (H2O-XPO), Water University, as well as other industry-related news.

Additionally, this app provides users with access to the NRWA online resource center. The resource center includes access to a collection of industry-related links, documents, and media The NRWA Water Operations App is available on iTunes and the Google Play store for $2.99. Visit www.nrwa.org/app for more information. Compatible with: Android devices; iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch (3rd - 5th generations), and iPad. Requires iOS 4.0 or later.

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Does Water Grow on Trees? Bruceton Water Department learns itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible... By Tony Wyatt, Circuit Rider In Bruceton, Tennessee, Shirley Arnold was walking with the child she babysits, when they noticed something unusual. Water appeared to be running from the limb of a large oak tree in her front yard. The tree is approximately 25 feet tall and 2 1/2 to 3 feet in diameter. Water was steadily running from a six inch diameter limb about eight feet above the ground. Puzzled by the situation, Ms. Arnold asked a neighbor to look at it. Noticing that the water meter was located near the base of the tree about midway of the treeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trunk, the neighbor turned off the water meter. To their surprise, the water stopped running from the tree limb.

A close up view of the water running from the tree limb.

Ms Arnold then contacted the Bruceton Water Department. After arriving and learning what was happening, system personnel turned the water service on again and water began running from the limb. Bruceton Director of Public Works, Brian Edwards said he has never seen anything like this in his 33 years in the water industry. He speculated that the tree, which was likely planted after the house was built in the late 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, grew and a root punctured the water service line. The limb had a hollow place in it that may have been connected to a hollow vein in the trunk. To remedy the problem, the water system relocated the water meter a few feet away from the tree and the home owner had a new service line installed. It makes you wonder, could a similar situation have inspired early water professionals to create the wooden water lines that were used years ago? Could this also be a good argument for residential cross connection protection to prevent sap from getting in the public water system?

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TAUD Conducts Compensation & Benefits Survey where we need to grow as an industry, but also how we can achieve that growth. The survey covers all facets of utility employment, including but not limited to:

By Colleen Sauvé, Publications In 2008, TAUD conducted a salary/ benefit survey for water, wastewater and natural gas utilities. This survey assisted hundreds of utilities to meet the criteria of the competitive utility industry job market. With changes to the economy, now is a great time to review how utilities are meeting the criteria of today. According to our previous survey, the average age of utility operators was of men and women who will retire over the next decade. As a result, there may be a shortage of certified operators in the state to fill the positions that will become available over the next 10 years. Utilities need to see where this statistic is today and gauge how to meet compensation and benefit standards that will attract younger professionals, technicians and operators.

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general manager assistant general manager finance director human resources manager customer service representative office manager/customer service manager accountant/bookkeeper clerk chief engineer water/wastewater plant superintendent distribution/collection superintendent chief operator laboratory technician utility operator (certified & non-certified) meter reader/technician GIS coordinator

Response forms will be mailed to all utilities by midFebruary, but responses can also be submitted online. Additional information will be provided in the mailed survey packets with easy to follow instructions. Both print & electronic response methods are 100% confidential and are received by a trusted third-party survey compilation institution. Utilities will have sixty (60) days to submit responses. Participating utilities will be offered a discount on purchasing the completed surveys when they become available. For more information, contact TAUD office at 615-896-9022 or email taud@taud.org.

This year’s survey is called the 2013 Compensation & Benefit Survey and the results will available for purchase after July. Though participation is voluntary, the highest volume of surveys submitted will yield the best results. It is our hope that you will take this opportunity to participate. This not only gives us an understanding of

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$17 Million & Counting...

By John Hall, Finance/Advocacy TAUD’s former “Flexible Loan Program” allowed utilities and their customers to save over $17,000,000 by refinancing high interest rate debt to unprecedented low interest rates over the last several years. In 2011, the program was dissolved and the Tennessee Utility Assistance LLC (TUA) program was created to continue fulfilling utility’s finance needs. The transition has provided a solid venue for this program, while also offering additional services to utilities. For utilities that have not been able to reduce their rate, the terms of their loan may be reduced while keeping the payments the same. If your utility has debt with a higher interest rate than 4% you should consider refinancing. Rates will not remain this low for much longer. If you have a new project you would like to start, John Hall and Dan Martin of TUA can assist you. Again, rates are at an all time low, and now is a great time to move forward. We have approved financing for metering systems, pipeline construction, tanks, office remodeling and equipment and much more. The loan process takes less than 90 days with terms anywhere from 1 to 25 years and loans from $100,000 to $100,000,000. TUA has five underwriters and seven banks that will compete for your loan. This ensures that you get the best deal that is available. If you have questions, please contact Dan Martin at 931-312 9405, danmartin@taud.org or John Hall at 931-607-1014, Johnhall@taud.org. TUA, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of TAUD and is a federally registered “Municipal Advisor” with the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB).”

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made possible BY Tennessee Utility Assistance, LLC (TUA) is a registered municipal advisor that provides multiple services to Tennessee’s utilities. TUA, LLC helps utilities reduce costs and increase efficiencies for day-to-day operations through obtaining financing for capital improvement projects or consolidating existing debt. TUA, LLC also provides advisory services including water audits, water loss corrective action plans, cross connection programs and other management advisory services. In addition, TUA, LLC provides access to safety and compliance training. TUA, LLC provides action on behalf of Tennessee utilities. Contact John Hall for more information at (931) 607-1014. Read about TUA’s recent loan closings below: BEAN STATION UTILITY DISTRICT RECEIVES LOAN FOR BOND REFINANCING The Bean Station Utility District of Grainger County successfully refinanced $1.440 million of outstanding bonds to produce gross savings of nearly five hundred thousand dollars and net present value savings of $305,809 or 21.3%. With the assistance of TUA, LLC as its Municipal Advisor, and Piper Jaffray & Co., as its Underwriter, the District issued tax-exempt bonds to refinance several outstanding Rural Development Bonds at a true interest cost of 2.80% for twenty years. The District received a rating of A3 from Moody’s. This was the District’s first rating. Teresa Perrin is the District’s General Manager and has held that position since 1988. Members of the Board of Commissioners include Eddie Holbrook, Jr., Debbie Wilder, and Lawrence Ritter.

Pictured left to right: Rick Kirby – Jacobs JJG, Keener Billups and Julianne Graham -Wiley Bros.—Aintree Capital, LLC, Knox Chapman U.D. President Greg Logue and Secretary Sue Atchley, Gary JonesGeneral Manager & Jeff Oldham – Bass, Berry & Sims.

KNOX CHAPMAN UTILITY DISTRICT RECEIVES LOAN FOR BOND REFINANCING Officials at the Tennessee Utility Assistance, LLC (TUA) recently announced that the Knox-Chapman Utility District of Knox, Blount and Sevier Counties, Tenn., has TENNESSEE UTILITY NEWS

closed on a $18.095 million loan through the TUA, LLC municipal finance program. The loan will be used to refinance outstanding obligations for significant interest cost savings and fund completion of the District’s water treatment plant and other system improvements. Standard and Poor’s, one of the major credit rating agencies, assigned its “AA-“ rating with a stable outlook to the Utility District’s Series 2012 Bonds. The agency cited sound financials, including liquidity levels, and strong economic fundamentals of the service area in the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area as the District’s strengths. It is also a reflection of careful decisionmaking from the District’s Board of Commissioners and leadership from District management to foresee future needs and make ample preparations. Gary Jones has served as the District’s General Manager since 2005. Current members of the Board of Commissioners are President Greg Logue, Treasurer Richard Montgomery and Secretary Sue Atchley. The District serves more than 13,000 water customers and more than 2,300 sewer customers in parts of Knox, Blount and Sevier Counties. It covers an area of approximately 60 square miles immediately adjacent to Knoxville lying roughly between Knoxville, Maryville, Alcoa and Sevierville. It also serves Loudon and Monroe Counties. TUA, LLC served the City as Financial Advisor, and Wiley Bros.—Aintree Capital, LLC underwrote the bonds. Wiley Bros. is a 67 year-old partnership headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee specializing in underwriting utility bonds. NORTH UTILITY DISTRICT RECEIVES LOAN FOR DEBT REFINANCING Officials at the Tennessee Utility Assistance, LLC (TUA) recently announced that the North Utility District of Benton and Decatur counties, Tenn., has closed on a $1.95 million loan through the TUA, LLC municipal finance program. The loan will be used to refinance outstanding Waterworks revenue refunding bonds for significant interest cost savings of more than $289,000. Standard and Poor’s, one of the major credit rating agencies, assigned its “A“ Rating to the Series 2012 Bonds. The agency cited strong financial and operating profiles, including healthy debt service coverage and limited future borrowing needs, as the District’s strengths. It is also a reflection of careful decisionmaking from the District’s Board of Commissioners and 1st Quarter, volume 27

Pictured left to right: Philip Spence- President, Dick Adams-General Manager, F.B. Cain-Secretary/Treasurer, Betty Vitt-Office Manager & Lillian Blackshear- Bass Berry & Sims.

leadership from District management to foresee future needs and make ample preparations. Comprising the Board of Commissioners are Philip Spence, Grafton Dodd and F. B. Cain. TUA, LLC served the District as Municipal Advisor, Duncan-Williams, Inc. underwrote the bonds and Bass, Berry & Sims PLC, of Nashville served as bond counsel.

PLATEAU UTILITY DISTRICT RECEIVES LOAN FOR BOND REFINANCING Officials at the Tennessee Utility Assistance, LLC (TUA) recently announced that the Plateau Utility District of Wartburg, Tenn., has closed on a $5.552 million loan through the TUA, LLC municipal finance program. The loan will be used to refinance outstanding Rural Development Bonds and its Series 2003 Bonds at a true interest cost of 2.75 percent for twenty years, equaling a gross savings of $2.268 million and net present value savings of $1.169 million, or 21 percent. Moody’s, one of the major credit rating agencies, recently upgraded its rating of the District from “Baa1“ to an “A3” rating. The agency cited sound financials, ample debt service coverage and solid reserves as the District’s strengths. It is also a reflection of careful decisionmaking from the District’s Board of Commissioners and leadership from District management to foresee future needs and make ample preparations. Mike Monroe is the District’s General Manager and has held that position since 2003. Members of the Board 21

Let TUA answer your utility questions. From finance to technical services, TUA offers years of experience and excellence. Pictured left to right: John Davis-Secretary/Treasurer, Tony DuncanPresident & Mike Monroe-General Manager.

Contact John Hall 931-607-1014 johnhall@taud.org

of Commissioners include Tony Duncan, John Davis, Bacel Gunter, Carl Jones and Albert Lane. TUA, LLC served the District as Municipal Advisor, and Piper Jaffray & Co. underwrote the bonds.

Contact Dan Martin 931-312-9405 danmartin@taud.org

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NEW! Electronic Consumer Confidence Reporting

By Colleen Sauvé, Publications According to a memorandum from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), issued January 3, 2013, the delivery options for the Consumer Confidence Report Rule (CCR) have been modified to allow electronic delivery. This change comes after stakeholders cited that communication methods have advanced since 1998 when the rule became effective. As many business and government entities now illicit the use of electronic submission & delivery, the transition from paper to digital media becomes less complicated. Thereby, proving that these advances provide a more efficient way to share information with the public. These changes not only improve communication between utilities and their customer, but they may also yield savings for the utility. Each year, community water systems as well as utilities have the task of issuing a CCR as mandated by the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) to report water quality to their customers. The report provides customers with information, including but not limited to, water contaminants and health in relation to violations with drinking water standards. CCR’s traditionally have been required to be mailed or delivered directly to customers. With executive approval from a governing body, other means specified in the regulation may be allowed for CCR’s for community water systems and utilities serving less than 10,000 customers. In late 2011, the EPA’s Retrospective Review Plan acknowledged a need for improved communication given the rapid movement of information today. After confirmation that the SDWA statute and CCR regulations are not limiting “mail” or “directly deliver” to post office or hand delivered methods, the EPA acknowledges that “good faith efforts” can be made utilizing current methods. According to the memorandum:

The Report states Congressional intent that the EPA may allow the CCR requirement “to be satisfied by a means other than postal delivery, such as personal delivery or electronic mail, if the Administrator determines that the alternative means will provide equivalent notice to individuals customers.

Several limitations have already been determined in review of possible alternatives. Such as, social media will not be an acceptable form of delivery of the CCR, specifically because it “would require a customer to join the website ” to have access. Also, automated phone calls will not suffice as the complete CCR could not be provided effectively during the duration of a phone call. To see how these changes comply with the CCR regulations, review the complete proposed framework in the January 3rd memorandum. You may download the PDF from http://water.epa.gov/lawsregs/ rulesregs/sdwa/ccr/upload/ccrdeliveryoptionsmemo.pdf or you may, scan this QR code for Get the free mobile app at immediate access. http:/ / gettag.mobi

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Franklin Tennessee’s Potential Framework for EPA’s Integrated Wastewater & Stormwater Permitting

By David Mason, P.E. D.WRE CDM Smith In October of 2011, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a memorandum to all EPA Regional Administrators titled “Achieving Water Quality Through Integrated Municipal Stormwater and Wastewater.” The memorandum recognizes the stress on local governments today to keep pace with ever-increasing water quality regulations in the face of population growth, aging infrastructure and the current economic challenges. It also recognizes that the current complexities resulting from separate regulatory processes may have the unintended consequence of constraining a municipality from addressing, in a costeffective manner, its most serious water quality issues first. Ultimately, the memorandum was an introduction to and an announcement for a new EPA initiative to assist states and local governments in the development of integrated municipal stormwater and wastewater plans to provide sustainable and comprehensive solutions to water quality problems (EPA, 2011).

On June 5, 2012, EPA released the final Integrated Municipal Stormwater and Wastewater Planning Approach Framework. The framework was developed in conjunction with the October 2011 memorandum to provide further guidance for EPA, States and local governments in developing and implementing effective integrated plans under the Clean Water Act (CWA). This framework was finalized after extensive public input including a series of workshops across the country. However, the framework is just that….a framework and not a regulatory mandate for communities to act. The EPA is now looking for states to identify partnering communities willing to explore this integrated permitting strategy. Long before this memorandum and framework was released, the leadership at the City of Franklin, TN (the City) recognized these challenges. Franklin, a suburb of Nashville, relies on the Harpeth River, which flows northwest through the center of the city, for a number of things critical to the quality of life in this growing city. The river provides part of the city’s source of

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water supply, is the receiving water for its wastewater treatment facility, provides primary drainage conveyance for a majority of the city’s impervious areas, and is the centerpiece of recreational activity. Seasonal low flows, particularly in the dry summer months, create challenges for the river to meet all of the demands placed on it. For example, the river does not meet all of the water quality criteria for its designated uses and EPA issued total maximum daily loads (TMDLs) for numerous pollutants (including nutrients, sediment, dissolved oxygen, bacteria and metals). Also, excessive erosion along the river threatens aquatic habitats, public access, and the overall quality of life for Franklin’s citizens. As one of the fastest growing communities in Tennessee, the City recognized the need to address each of these problems in a systematic way. In 2009, the City hired CDM Smith, a national leader in developing integrated water resource plans, to assist in the development of an Integrated Water Resources Plan (IWRP) to address the city’s often competing water resource needs. The City’s IWRP evaluation, which is the first of its kind in Tennessee, primarily focused on water treatment plant (WTP) upgrades to provide more water to customers, wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) upgrades to increase the City’s wastewater capacity and improve the quality of treated effluent, and demand for the city’s water reuse system. In addition, the City’s plan also evaluated the benefits provided by improvements to the stormwater management program. It is this evaluation of stormwater management program improvements and their benefits regarding other water resources challenges facing the City where we see the potential for future integrated permitting strategies. The stormwater evaluations included green infrastructure (GI)/low-impact development (LID), best management practice (BMP) retrofits, and stream/ ecological restoration opportunities. Combined, these stormwater management improvement alternatives provide city-wide water quality improvements while also helping to reduce the burden on long-term water supply needs and wastewater treatment upgrades. The study generated a cost vs. benefit analysis of pollutant reductions that could be achieved by these stormwater improvements, which can then be compared to the more traditional wastewater alternatives. By doing this comparison, a community can determine which projects (whether they be wastewater or stormwater improvements) provide the most “bang for the buck” in the pursuit of pollutant reductions. 1st Quarter, volume 27

Save the Date! Find conference information online at w w w.taud.org or in the 2013 Conference & Event Guide

Legislative Rally February 18 - 19 2013 Sheraton Hotel, Nashville Technology Conference March 13 - 15 Park Vista Hotel, Gatlinburg TAUD CRAM Sessions April 29 - May 1 Knoxville / Murfreesboro 2013 OPERATOR EXPO May 16 Lebanon Fair Grounds For more information, you may also call (615)896-9022 or email taud@taud.org

The Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IWRP project wrapped up in the early 2012. Based on the goals of the program and scoring criteria developed by the staff and stakeholders, long-term program options that included progressive stormwater management alternatives have â&#x20AC;&#x153;rose to the topâ&#x20AC;? and are an integral part of the overall recommended Integrated Plan. It was proven that requiring GI/LID for new development, water quality retrofits to past proposed regional BMP plans, and targeted ecological restoration produced quantifiable improvements in pollutant reductions. Historically, water quality improvements have been mostly sought in a silo as it pertains to wastewater treatment plant upgrades and non-point stormwater runoff . However, with the increased focus on costly TMDL development and compliance, it is becoming increasingly important to develop total solutions to water resources management issues which may eventually lead to the integrated permitting approach being considered by EPA. While TMDL allocations can sometimes be met exclusively and cost-effectively though reductions in pollutant loads from point source discharges, the results often provide limited benefits to overall water quality. By integrating progressive stormwater management approaches to meet water resource challenges, water quality improvements can be achieved City-wide, while allowing for the comparison of traditional infrastructure upgrades at water and wastewater treatment plants to stormwater management projects aimed at achieving similar water quality goals.

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Bio: David Mason, P.E., D.WRE is a Senior Project Manager in the CDM Smith Nashville office. Mr. Mason has 12 years of progressive water resources experience, specializing in stormwater master planning, stormwater design, stormwater utility development and water supply planning. Mr. Mason holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech and a M.S. in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering from the University of Texas @ Austin.

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New Standards for Pipes, Fittings & Meters By Larry Lewis, Source Water Specialist Requirements for weighted average lead content in drinking water system components are becoming even more stringent, and there are new standards for allowable lead content. Lead may be present in pipes, fittings and meters. National Science Foundation (NSF)/ American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Standard 61 Annex G was adopted which stipulates a weighted average lead content of 0.25 percent or less, based on wetted surface area. One of the problems faced by many utilities is to determine if their inventory of components that they have on-hand will meet the new standards. All inventory that does not meet the SDWA (NSF 372) lead free requirements on January 1, 2014 will have to be returned to the manufacturer or scrapped. If a utility physically removes a meter from service for testing or repair that does not comply with the new rules, it cannot be re-installed. It too will have to be scrapped. Many manufacturers have already begun to change the process to meet these new standards. Utilities are encouraged to check with each individual manufacturer to see if their products meet the new standards. According to the EPA:

Lead, a metal found in natural deposits, is commonly used in household plumbing materials and water service lines. The greatest exposure to lead is swallowing or breathing in lead paint chips and dust. But lead in drinking water can also cause a variety of adverse health effects. In babies and children, exposure to lead in drinking water above the action level can result in delays in physical and mental development, along with slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. In adults, it can cause increases in blood pressure.

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Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.

Lead is rarely found in source water, but enters tap water through corrosion of plumbing materials. Homes built before 1986 are more likely to have lead pipes, fixtures and solder.

For more information on NSF/ANSI Standard 61 Annex G visit water.epa.gov or shedthelead.com.

Nominations for 2013 TAUD Awards of Excellence By Beth Hardiman, Meetings/Member Services

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Every year, TAUD has the distinguished pleasure of honoring individuals who exhibit the highest integrity & performance as a utility industry professional. In 2012, these awards were updated to honor the Associations founding members. This is one of the highlights of the year at both the annual Operator Expo and Business of Running a Utility Conference. Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize professionals who you believe deserve high honor. To enter your nominee, visit taud.org and click the link provided under “Latest News” on the homepage. Criteria for each of the awards and nomination ballots will be e-mailed to our members and available on our website. Please don’t miss your opportunity to recognize someone who is deserving and goes above and beyond for your utility. The following awards are given each year:

Alan Gill Leadership Award – given to a member utility manager or assistant manager in the water, wastewater or gas industry that exemplifies character, hard work and dedication. This individual should be active within TAUD and their utility. The utility should be in excellent financial and operational standing with the state of Tennessee. Office Manager of the Year – given to an office manager of a member utility in the water, wastewater or gas industry that is instrumental to their utility providing excellent administrative support to their manager and to other utility employees. This individual should be active within TAUD. Roger Booher Young Professional Award – given to a young professional from a member utility. This individual should be under the age of 35 and can serve their utility in various capacities i.e. operator, engineer, GIS/GPS etc. The young professional should be active within TAUD and respected by their fellow employees as an up and coming leader. Water, Wastewater and Gas Operators of the Year – given to certified operators that go above and beyond the normal means of service to their utility. This individual should possess a high level of knowledge and skill and be instrumental in their contribution to their utility. The operator should be active within TAUD attending training classes and conferences to better themselves and their utility. Associate Member of the Year – given to an Associate Member who gives great support to the Association and its members. This individual should be active within TAUD attending conferences and region meetings and should be respected by other associate and utility members for their dedication to TAUD. Associate Wall of Fame – this award is given to one Associate Member who has dedicated their professional career to the betterment of TAUD and to the service of TAUD’s member utilities. Cecil Branstetter Legacy Award – this award is given to a utility member who has dedicated their lives to the betterment of TAUD and its members. This is the most prestigious award given annually by TAUD. 28

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2013 Utility Technology Conference March 13-15 Topics are subject to change. Starred (*) topics are shared by multiple tracks and not all intended topics are listed. These are highlights of planned sessions as of 12/12.

Water Treatment

Issues Facing the Water & Wastewater Industry in 2013* Experiences with Xenon Filtration Systems Design Considerations in Chemical Storage Applications The Use of UV/Peroxide for Taste & Odor Treatment Replacing Gas Chlorine with Onsite Sodium Hypochlorite Generation

Case Studies in WEF’s Energy Roundup for Utility Energy Independence & Sustainability* Creating & Designing Treatment Facilities to Live on After Construction with Building Information Modeling* Total Dynamic Storage Operator Certification Update Experiences with Pall Filtration Systems

Overview of the Natural Gas Market & Natural Gas Vehicles* Pump Station Electrical Design* Reducing Real Losses in Rural Systems Using A Bottom-Up Approach What to Look for When Completing an AWWA Water Audit for the First Time FAQ in Leak Detection, Distribution System Testing, & Water Audits THM Removal Inside of Water Storage Tanks

Residential Metering Technology Distribution Valve Excercising A Practical Approach to Leak Detection & Water Audits Implementing S.M.A.R.T. Technology in the Advancement of Water Quality Management Pressure Management Control Valves for Water Distribution Systems Operator Certification Update

Odor & Corrosion Control in Wastewater Collection Systems 10 Things I Didn’t Know I Already Knew About Running a Sewer Rehabilitation Program CIPP

Integrating Various Methods of Leak Detection in Sanitary Sewer Systems Automatic Flow Sampling Operator Certification Update Manhole Restoration

Distribution

Collection

Wastewater

New Wastewater Laboratory & Process Control Technology Air Valves for the 21st Century High Solids Pumping Systems Startup of the Nation’s First Combined BioMag/ CoMag Treatment Facility: Challenges & Successes

WKU Water Training Institute Operator Certification Update New EPA Guidelines for Water Reuse & Case Studies from Water-Rich Areas Jar Testing* Why Safety Matters in Utility Operations*

See next pages for event details and registration! Early Registration due March 1st 1st Quarter, volume 27

Utility Technology Conference March 13-15

12 Hours of continuing education towards any operator certification & 12 Hours of continuing education for Professional Engineers The Utility Technology Conference provides attendees the opportunity to hear about and see the latest technology and trends available to utilities and operators today. In an ever changing industry such as ours, operators need to be informed of the most current tools that will help them ensure the utilities plant operations run as smoothly and efficiently as possible. In addition to learning about new technology available, operators may acquire Continuing Education credits for certified operators in Tennessee as well as Professional Development hours for professional engineers. For more details or to register for this conference, visit www.taud.org, click on the “Conferences” tab and then choose “Utility Technology”.

Member fee

$200

Non-member fee

$375

$250

$475

Hotel Information Hotel reservation cut-off: February 19, 2013 Park Vista Hotel by DoubleTree 705 Cherokee Orchard Rd. Gatlinburg, TN 37738 (865) 436-9211 www.parkvista.com Room rate: $ 94.00 S/D

Wednesday, March 13, 2013 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Registration 1:00 pm - 4:45 pm Sessions Thursday, March 14, 2013 7:00 am Registration 7:00 am - 8:30 am Breakfast 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Sessions 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Lunch 1:00 pm - 4:45 pm Sessions Friday, March 15, 2013 7:00 am - 8:30 am Breakfast Buffet 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Sessions 12:00 pm Adjourn

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Utility Technology Conference - Registration Form Utility Technology Conference March 13 -15, 2013 Park Vista Hotel - Gatlinburg, TN You may also register on-line at www.taud.org Registrant 1:__________________________________________________ Registrant 2:___________________________________________________ Registrant 3:___________________________________________________ Registrant 4:___________________________________________________ Utility/Company:________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________ City:____________________________State: ____

Zip: ______________

Utility Phone: (_______) - _______ - ______________ E-mail:

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Registration Fees: By March 1, 2013 Number of Registrants Enter Fee TAUD Member $200 X_____ $_________ TAUD Non-Member $375 X_____ $_________ One day only $100 X_____ $_________ After March 1, 2013 Number of Registrants Enter Fee TAUD Member $250 X_____ $_________ TAUD Non-Member $475 X_____ $_________ One day only $200 X_____ $_________ TOTAL REGISTRATION FEES= $_________ If you prefer, you can use your Master Card, American Express, Discover or Visa. Credit Card Number: __________________________Exp. Date:_________Amount: ____________ Card Holder Name: __________________________Signature: _____________________________ Billing Address: ______________________________________________ Zip:_________________ Send your payment information or check, made payable to TAUD to: TAUD P.O. Box 8041 Murfreesboro, Tennessee 37133-8041 Fax: (615) 898-8283 Questions? (615) 896-9022

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Upcoming Classes - TAUD Training Station

Call the TAUD Training Station (615) 900-1000

You may register for any of these courses online at: www.taud.org, click “Training”, then click “List All” or select your desired category: -Water Treatment/ Distribution -Wastewater/ Collection -Certification Prep -Conferences -Backflow Training -Safety -Natural Gas -Commissioner’s Training

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CHATTANOOGA Safe Drinking Water Act Update for WT 3 & 4 Safe Drinking Water Act Update for All WT Safe Drinking Water Act Update for Dist. Cross Connection Renewal Cross Connection Basic

6 hrs. WT 6 hrs. WT 6 hrs. Dist. 6 hrs. All 15 hrs. All

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CLARKSVILLE Cross Connection Renewal Cross Connection Basic

6 hrs. All 15 hrs. All

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GRAY Fundamentals of Water Treatment

12 hrs. WT

3/13

GATLINBURG Utility Technology Conference

12 hrs. All

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JACKSON Cross Connection Renewal 6 hrs. All Cross Connection Basic 15 hrs. All Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Update 6 hrs. WW Pretreatment Regulatory Review & Update 6 hrs. Coll. / WW Fundamentals of Water Treatment 12 hrs. WT Fundamentals of Water Distribution 6 hrs. Dist. Water Loss: Assessment & Solutions 6 hrs. WT / Dist.

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KNOXVILLE Cross Connection Renewal Cross Connection Basic CRAM SESSIONS

6 hrs. All 15 hrs. All 12 hrs. All

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MEMPHIS Cross Connection Renewal

6 hrs. All

MURFREESBORO 2/5 Basic Chemistry for Water & Wastewater 12 hrs. WT /WW 2/21 Water Quality After the Meter & Customer Complaints 6 hrs. WT / Dist. 2/25 Fundamentals of Water Treatment 12 hrs. WT 2/25 Fundamentals of Collection 12 hrs. Coll.

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Upcoming Classes - TAUD Training Station 3/4 3/5 3/18 4/9 4/10 4/15 4/17 4/29

Fundamentals of Wastewater Basic Microbiology for Drinking Water Personnel Water Loss: Assessment & Solutions Practical Math for Wastewater Operations Bacteriological Sampling & Monitoring Crane Safety/Qualified Rigger & Signal Person Confined Space - Most Advanced CRAM SESSIONS

12 hrs. WW 12 hrs. WT / Dist. 6 hrs. WT / Dist. 12 hrs. WW 6 hrs. WT / Dist. 12 hrs. All 12 hrs. All 12 hrs. All

Apply for the State Operator Certification Exam by March 1st Download application here:

http://www.tn.gov/environment/fleming/docs/application_cbexam.pdf

Then Visit, www.taud.org to Register for CRAM Sessions held in Murfreesboro & th st Knoxville, April 29 - May 1 1st Quarter, volume 27

Don’t Miss it! 3rd Annual

Tournament May 15th, Old Hickory Lake. $65 per team or boat. Registeration form next page or register online at www.taud.org

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May 15th 2013 -‐ Old Hickory Lake Shutes Branch Recreation Area Deadline for registration & $65.00 entry fee is May 1, 2013 (Postmarked). Cookout included. Order of blastoff will be based on the order of entry fee payment received by on-‐line or mailed using Credit Card or Check in the offices of the Tennessee Association of Utility Districts, Murfreesboro, Tennessee. If using on-‐line payment and entry form, you will also need to sign the release form and mail it to TAUD or bring it to the tournament. After May 1, register on-‐site! $75.00 on-‐site fee, CASH ONLY. For more information or additional entry forms visit www.taud.org

Official Entry Form Fisherman #1 (must be a TAUD member) Circle One Name ______________________________________ Age ______ T Shirt Size: M L XL XXL XXXL Utility/Business Name ______________________________________________ Home Address __________________________________________ City _____________________ State ____ Zip ___________ Phone (_____) ______ -‐ _________ Emergency Phone (_____) ______ -‐ _________ Email ______________________________ Fisherman #2 (can be a TAUD member or a guest) Circle One Name ______________________________________ Age ______ T Shirt Size: M L XL XXL XXXL Utility/Business Name ______________________________________________ Home Address __________________________________________ City _____________________ State ____ Zip ___________ Phone (_____) ______ -‐ _________ Emergency Phone (_____) ______ -‐ _________ Email ______________________________ Boat Information Boat Manufacturer ____________________________ Motor Model __________________________________ Register on line with credit card payment or mail entry forms with entry fee of $65.00 in check or money order only to: TAUD Attn: Bass Tournament, Beth Hardiman P.O. Box 2529 Murfreesboro, TN 37133-‐2529

Read Carefully I am enclosing this application with the entry fee (non-‐refundable) payable to TAUD. I am aware that outdoor recreational activities can be hazardous. I assume all risks of injury, loss of life, and damage to persons and property during such activity, fully realizing that TAUD or its agents, employees, and successors are held harmless from all liabilities, claims, demands, costs, losses, expenses, or compensation of whatever nature for loss, damage or injuries to persons and property sustained by me, my heirs, personal representative, successors and assigns and all other persons, resulting from this event. I further agree to reimburse TAUD for all court costs and attorney fees in defending action. _______________________________ ______________________________ _______________

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Rules and Regulations Launch: Safe Light May 15, 2013 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22.

This is a team tournament or you may fish alone at same entry fee of $65.00 per boat. Each team (1 - 2 people per boat) will consist of at least one TAUD member, either through a utility or an associate membership. The second person on the team can be a guest (Family member, Friend, etc.) Any participant who fails to sign release of liability form will NOT be allowed to fish. Safe boating conduct will be observed AT ALL TIMES. Each competitor is required to wear a Coast Guard approved P.F.D while operating gas engine. NO alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs will be allowed during tournament hours. Violators will be disqualified. Interpretation of these rules will be exclusively at the discretion of the tournament officials. Only largemouth, smallmouth or spotted bass will be weighed. Largemouth bass must be 14 inches or more, spotted bass must be 12 inches or more and smallmouth at least 18 inches or more. Bass will be measured with mouth closed. Golden Rule will be the official measuring board used. Measurement of fish by tournament officials only. FIVE (5) fish limit per boat. Only artificial lures may be used. Exception being prepared pork trailers. One rod and reel may be used at a time with an 8 foot maximum length. Trolling is not permitted. Live wells WILL be checked by tournament officials prior to start of the tournament. Have live well open at inspection point. Late penalty will be 1 pound per minute late. Disqualification after 15 minutes late. Half (O.5O) pound penalty for each dead fish off of total weight. Big fish fee of $10.00 cash per boat is optional. Fee will be collected morning of tournament. If tournament pays for 1st and 2nd big fish places, only one big fish per boat. Meaning if a boat comes in and they have the 1ST and the 2ND big fish of the tournament they would only get the money for the first big fish, and the boat with the next largest fish would get the 2nd big fish money. Competition waters to only include Old Hickory Lake (no locking through the dam). ALL state boating and fishing regulations will apply. Officials have the right to delay launch due to fog or inclement weather. Weigh-in time may be adjusted due to weather delay. At least one team member must be present to win any prize offered.

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2013 OPERATOR EXPO REGISTRATION FORM If you are looking to exhibit at the 2013 Operator Expo, please visit www.taud.org or call 615-896-9022 for more information.

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